Dismantling of Dept. of Education creates uncertainty for WA schools President Donald Trump signed an executive order last week to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. Washington’s schools chief described the order as “cruel chaos.” We talk with KUOW education reporter Sami West about what this could mean for schools and students in Washington. Patricia Murphy
Why Canada is holding an election that will be a first for its prime minister Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is running for elected public office for the first time, as the country is roiled by turbulence set in motion by President Trump. Bill Chappell
Feeling scatterbrained? 5 ways to focus your attention What would you do if you had more hours in a day? Here's how to carve out time for your interests and passions — even when you have a lot of responsibilities. Life Kit
Facing a silver tsunami, Nevada home health care workers demand a $20 minimum wage Home health care workers in Nevada are lobbying the state legislature to raise caregivers' minimum wage from $16 to $20 an hour. Andrea Hsu
23andMe is filing for bankruptcy. Here's what it means for your genetic data The California biotech firm said in a statement that it is hoping to find a buyer to address its ongoing financial struggles. Joe Hernandez
Monday Evening Headlines UW lab tech detained by ICE in Tacoma, USPS workers protest job cuts, and we remember former Washington House Speaker Frank Chopp. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy. Patricia Murphy
USPS head Louis DeJoy steps down as Trump officials consider Postal Service overhaul The head of the U.S. Postal Service is stepping down. Louis DeJoy's exit comes after Trump officials floated controversial ideas for overhauling the agency. Hansi Lo Wang
Lindsay Vonn sets a record straight out of retirement The decorated skier returned to the sport after six years away due to an injury and has already made a splash. Manuela López Restrepo
The Fulbright is a diplomatic and educational feat, and some of its funding has been frozen For the past 80 years, the Fulbright Program has supported scholars, artists, writers, and professionals in connecting with international institutions to do cutting-edge work. We discuss what the Fulbright is, why it matters, and how federal funding freezes are impacting international research. Diana Opong
Supreme Court confronts another challenge to the Voting Rights Act The case is nearly identical to a case the court ruled on two years ago from Alabama, though the outcome could make it more difficult for minorities to prevail in redistricting cases. Nina Totenberg