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This week on "Protecting Your Money," Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, explains how to research a company before you buy and the steps you can take to make sure the business you’re dealing with is reputable. -
The government shutdown's economic impact has been limited so far, but experts warn the costs -- and its burden on Americans -- could grow with time.
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The Democratic House Minority Leader tells NPR Americans will pressure Congress to extend Obamacare subsidies as they realize their health care costs are going up. -
In her new book Independent, former Biden press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre writes that party infighting, bias and disloyalty drove her to leave the Democratic Party. -
Analysts say the longer the shutdown drags on, the costlier it could become, tensions between the U.S. and Colombia continue to rise, authorities continue their investigation into the Louvre heist.
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National Apple Day is October 21
In my humble opinion, there is no better way to celebrate than with an apple pie!
3 takeaways from Saturday's No Kings nationwide protests
Organizers said some 2,600 protests were planned in the U.S. on Saturday. The protests were largely peaceful, as demonstrators united in their stated aim to safeguard the country's democratic values.
Orpheum Soiree 2025
The Orpheum Theatre Group’s biggest party—and biggest fundraiser— Orpheum Soiree, returns to Orpheum Theatre on Friday, November 14, at 7:00 p.m.
NPR 'founding mother' Susan Stamberg has died
Susan Stamberg, an original National Public Radio staffer who went on to become the first U.S. woman to anchor a nightly national news program, has died. WKNO 91.1 will air a one-hour special, "Remembering Susan Stamberg," Sunday, October 19, at 9 AM and Monday, October 20, at 7 PM
Memphis-made films, "Hoop Street" and "Hustle & Flow," to screen in Italy
Memphis is partnering as Sister City with Porretta Terme, Italy, leading to the debut of "Memphis Day" at the Festival del Cinema di Porretta Terme this December. The event will feature Craig Brewer's "Hustle & Flow" and Teresa Dickerson's "Hoop Street," celebrating Memphis filmmaking on an international stage.
I Hear America Singing | Opera Memphis
Opera Memphis opens its new season with "I Hear America Singing" on Saturday, October 18, at the Crosstown Theatre.
TN Politics: Law & Order, Memphis-style
Criminals are getting caught, jails are filling up, but can the justice system handle it?
Trump ties crime with immigration, blurring the lines with Guard deployment
As President Trump pushes to get National Guard troops patrolling American cities, his administration has, in effect, blurred the lines between the military, traditional law enforcement and immigration enforcement.
Calvary’s Friends of Music Present: APOLLO5
The widely acclaimed vocal quintet APOLLO5 performs at Calvary Episcopal Church in downtown Memphis on Friday, October 17, at 7:00 p.m., as part of the Calvary Friends of Music concert series.
The Drowning Girls | New Moon Theatre Company
New Moon Theatre Company presents "The Drowning Girls," Friday, October 17, through Sunday, November 2, at TheatreWorks@TheSquare. Written by Beth Graham, Daniela Vlaskalic, and Charlie Tomlinson, the play is based on the true story of three young brides murdered by the same husband.