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President Trump's stalemate in Iran spells trouble for the rest of his second term.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Republican strategist Rina Shah about the political ramifications of the war in Iran for President Trump.
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Legal experts say the indictment against former FBI Director James Comey lacks evidence of a true criminal threat.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams about President Trump's latest nominee for the role, Dr. Nicole Saphier.
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More Americans are turning to the train as gas prices reach their highest point since the war in Iran began. Brightline, the privately run railroad in Florida, had its best month ever in March.
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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
Explore 280-plus gardens with Experience Memphis Gardens
Kim Halyak joined Kacky Walton to discuss "Experience Memphis Gardens," a seven-week free event celebrating Memphis’ private and public green spaces and promoting the city as a premier garden tourism destination.
America's 250th Birthday Orchestral Celebration
The Memphis Symphony Orchestra (MSO) concludes its Masterworks season on Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, with "America's 250th Birthday Orchestral Celebration."
Where Life Matters Most
Frederick Bittner offers a powerful way to think of the way to find purpose in your life.
Spotting deceptive diet product claims
Scammers often target weight loss goals with misleading claims, fake endorsements, and hard-to-cancel “free trials.” Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, says that consumers should research products, read the fine print, and consult a doctor before buying.