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In Memphis, safety is being reimagined—not through more policing, but through community power. -
Everystory, a Community Solutions grantee of the Community Foundation, uses the power of storytelling to bring people together. Through a model called Playback Theatre, artists and facilitators create spaces where individuals can share their experiences and see them reflected back on stage. -
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said he is immediately moving medical marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, which includes drugs like ketamine, Tylenol with codeine and anabolic steroids. -
Featured: New works by Alanna Brice at ANF Architects; the wives of Henry VIII are featured in SIX at Orpheum Theatre -
President Trump has extended the ceasefire, but Iran says it's not enough if the naval blockade is still in place.
Latest Local News & Features | WKNO 91.1
4 charts show where money is going in the midterms -- and who has the most cash
The latest campaign finance reports show Democratic enthusiasm in key House and Senate races, but national Republican groups have far more in the bank to potentially spend down the road.
How to spot and avoid impersonation scams
Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, discusses the rising threat of impersonation scams, which have become the most frequently reported type of fraud to the Federal Trade Commission.
Noises Off | Theatre Memphis
Director Ann Marie Hall discusses Theatre Memphis’ production of "Noises Off," a fast-paced farce about a chaotic backstage rehearsal gone wildly off track.
UofM presents "The Night Witches," a story of WWII women aviators
Director Kaylea Jo Egnor discusses the University of Memphis Theatre & Dance production of "The Night Witches," based on the true story of an all-female Soviet bomber regiment during World War II.
48th Annual Original Art Auction | Playhouse on the Square
Playhouse on the Square's Managing Director, Whitney Jo, joined Darel Snodgrass to talk about the theatre's upcoming "Original Art Auction" on Saturday, April 25.
National Chickpea Day is April 21st
I don’t know about you, but one of my favorite ways to enjoy chickpeas is hummus.
Cosas Diversas/Diverse Things | Gallery 1091
Photographer Bruce McGee joined Kacky Walton to talk about his exhibit at WKNO's Gallery 1091, "Cosa Diversas/Diverse Things," on view Wednesday, April 1, through Tuesday, April 28.
Iris Collective welcomes Awadagin Pratt to GPAC stage
The On Stage with Iris Collective series at Germantown Performing Arts Center (GPAC) continues with powerhouse pianist Awadagin Pratt on Thursday, April 23, at 7:00 p.m. All seating is on the stage in the Highland Capital Performance Hall at GPAC, so tickets are limited.
Data centers are expensive, unpopular — and could be a tipping point in the midterms
Anger over the data center boom has spilled into politics with voters unseating local politicians who support them. It's become an issue hard to ignore in the midterm elections.
Masterpiece Concert Series concludes with "Memories"
Pianist Dawson Hull is the Pastor of Instrumental Worship Arts and director of the Music Conservatory at Germantown Baptist Church, and he joined Kacky Walton to discuss the final performance of the Masterpiece Concert Series, "Memories," on Thursday, April 23.