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NPR's A Martinez speaks with Lawfare editor in chief Benjamin Wittes, a friend of James Comey, about the former FBI director's indictment on charges of obstructing justice and making a false statement to Congress.
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The Justice Department indicted former FBI Director James Comey Thursday, after President Trump demanded prosecutors speed up their investigation into one of his most prominent critics.
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NPR speaks with Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., following the Trump administration's indictment of former FBI Director James Comey.
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Fifty years ago, on Sept. 26, 1975, The Rocky Horror Picture Show flopped at the U.S. box office — then became the longest-running theatrical release in history. -
The Justice Department indicts former FBI Director James Comey, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth calls top military officials to meet, Trump threatens large-scale layoffs if government shuts down.
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NPR-Ipsos poll: Americans don't broadly support Trump's National Guard deployments
Americans are concerned about crime, but don't broadly support President Trump's deployment of the National Guard to U.S. cities, according to a new NPR-IPSOS poll.
Gov. Lee: Federal crime fighting task force hits Memphis streets Monday
Calling it a "generational opportunity" to fight crime, Gov. Lee said National Guard troops would be unarmed and work with MPD in a support capacity.
An influx of federal agents will arrive in Memphis next week, governor says
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said National Guard troops will serve in support roles to local law enforcement and not be tasked with making arrests.
Mary K VanGieson: Chasing the Ephemeral | Dixon Gallery & Gardens
"Mary K VanGieson: Chasing the Ephemeral" is on view now through Sunday, January 4, 2026, in the Mallory/Wurzburger Galleries at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens.
TN Politics: Local governments move forward on National Guard, MATA and schools
Government bodies are making decisions on various civic matters, from buses to school consolidation.
30 Years Strong: Hope House Expands Its Impact
Celebrating its 30 anniversary this year, Hope House has, for three decades, been a haven for Memphis families affected by HIV and poverty. It began as a daycare for children living with HIV, offering love and care when others turned them away.
53rd Annual Pink Palace Crafts Fair
First held in 1973, the "Pink Palace Crafts Fair" has been a highlight of Memphis’s fall season for more than 50 years. This year’s fair runs Friday through Sunday, September 26–28, at Audubon Park.
Arts Agenda: A celebration of different cultures
Featured: Hispanic Heritage Month on Main Street; Afro Soul Fest at Court Square Park
Pure Prairie League | Buckman Performing and Fine Arts Center
The performance season is in full swing at the Buckman Performing and Fine Arts Center at St. Mary’s Episcopal School. Pure Prairie League takes the stage on Sunday, September 28, with tickets nearly sold out.
Start with Forgiveness
Jimmy Kimmel recently said, "The world would be a lot easier if we started with forgiveness instead of ending with it."