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On this day in 1845, Douglass Houghton, Michigan's state geologist, drowned in Lake Superior. He mapped much of the state and is honored with the namesake of Michigan's tallest waterfall, as well as the city, county, and lake of Houghton. A former mayor of Detroit, he lobbied for federal funding to study the territory's mineral wealth. Tragically, his boat capsized during an exploration, leading to his untimely death near Eagle River.

Today’s radio programming is made possible in part by a contribution in honor of all those who have served in the U.S. Navy on its 249th Birthday today.

A new podcast from member station KCUR showcases the unsung heroes of Kansas City history.

NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with Jesse Rudoy, director of the documentary "Dusty & Stones," about the African country music duo of the same name.

How Harris' racial identity is resonating with those who identify with her. NPR's Asma Khalid talks with Jolikha Ali, Hardeep Reddick and Jaya Krishnan.

Life Kit's Andee Tagle has tips on how to transition your wardrobe if you're going through life changes.

NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with Sarah Al-Charif, Lebanon director of the Ruwwad Al-Tanmeya organization, about the displacement that people there are experiencing as a result of Israeli strikes.

Jews in Florida are trying to observe Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish year, while dealing with the devastation of Hurricane Milton.

Some 1.4 million customers are still waiting to have their power turned on again in Florida, days after Hurricane Milton made landfall as a major storm.

A program in Oregon teaches incarcerated youth to train dogs, manage a kennel and help pups find forever homes out in the community.