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Primary elections have started in Louisiana, but votes cast in congressional races may not count as the Republican legislature is redrawing district lines to get one more Republican seat.
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Eric Holder, chairman of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, talks with NPR's Michel Martin about a Supreme Court ruling that could pave the way for a drop in Black representation in Congress. -
Many of the nation's overgrown forests are at high risk of burning. Under the Trump administration, work to reduce flammable vegetation fell by more than a million acres compared to previous years. -
The oldest millennials are turning 45 this year. The oldest Gen Xers are now 60. So how prepared will they be to thrive in the decades ahead? A new tool helps people assess beyond just savings. -
Trump says he's reviewing a new plan from Iran, Louisiana lawmakers redrawing districts after SCOTUS decision, a look at the Senate races to watch.
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Found in Translation | Memphis Choral Arts
Memphis Choral Arts (MCA) Assistant Director Joseph Powell joined Kacky Walton to talk about the ensemble's season finale performance, "Found in Translation," on Friday, May 8, at 7:00 p.m. at Lindenwood Christian Church.
“American Revival” Festival Brings Music, Storytelling, and Purpose to Memphis
The "American Revival" is coming to the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center with a new traveling festival of hope and connection, created by filmmaker Nicholas Ma, and featuring music by Arrested Development, T Bone Burnett, Valerie June, and Yo-Yo Ma.
Civil rights groups in the South respond to Supreme Court's blow to voting rights
We gauge reaction in the Deep South to the Supreme Court ruling that could upend Black representation in Congress.
67th Annual Memphis Greek Festival
Kacky Walton spoke with Kathy Zambelis, co-chair of the 67th Annual Memphis Greek Festival, which will be held on the grounds of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church on Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9.
TN Politics: Republicans push erasure of majority Black congressional district
A recent Supreme Court decision could lead to "Jim Crow 2.0," says Otis Sanford.
"Introvert navigates an extrovert world" | Gallery 1091
Artist Heather Parker Jones joined Kacky Walton to discuss her exhibit, "Introvert navigates an extrovert world," at WKNO's Gallery 1091, on view Friday, May 1, through Thursday, May 28.
Ballet Memphis marks 40 years with landmark 2026–2027 season
Ballet Memphis celebrates its 40th anniversary with the 2026-2027 season.
Turning the Tide for Youth: Heal 901
In Memphis neighborhoods affected by violence, Heal 901 is meeting young people where they are, and helping guide them toward where they can go.
Arts Agenda: The beginning of May features immersive art
Featured: BVO opens on Mud Island River Park; jazz collective ECHO Party at Crosstown Arts Green Room