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President Trump crisscrosses the country with scattershot closing messages ahead of the midterm elections.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with political analyst Larry Sabato about President Trump's messaging and the issues likely to determine the outcome of the midterm elections.
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The Tampa Bay Rays won a thrilling 12-inning game to keep their World Series hopes alive. The Milwaukee Brewers have a 3-1 lead as the Series goes to Game 5.
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NEA President Princess Moss wants to move her organization, the nation's largest labor union, toward issue-based advocacy — and away from party politics. -
President Trump crisscrosses the country with scattershot closing messages midterms approach, deadlock after Israeli election shows no clear winner, Fed expected to hold interest rates steady.
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Indie Memphis Film Festival returns for its 28th year
The 28th annual Indie Memphis Film Festival brings independent cinema to Memphis November 5–10. Joseph Carr and Brandon Harris joined Kacky Walton to discuss this year's film selections, special events, and how audiences can make the most of the festival.
"Music Makes a Difference" features Inventions Duo in benefit concerts for St. Jude
Pianist Bill Mays and cellist Alisa Horn joined Kacky Walton to discuss the Inventions Duo's upcoming benefit concerts at the Beethoven Club, blending jazz improvisation and classical chamber music in support of the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Biomedical Library.
Do Not Call Registry: What consumers should know
Tennessee ranked second nationally for unwanted call complaints, according to the latest Do Not Call Registry Data Book. Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, explains how the National Do Not Call Registry can help reduce unwanted calls and recognize potential scams
"Annealing" explores perseverance and strength at UrbanArt Commission's Tiny Gallery
"Annealing," a site-responsive installation by artist Soren at UrbanArt Commission's Tiny Gallery, explores the pressures women face and the strength required to persevere.
Can Black voting power and Trump fatigue break Mississippi's red wall?
Mississippi has the largest proportional Black population in the country. It's one reason the U.S. Senate race has seen millions in last-minute spending and high-profile campaign visits.
Tennessee joins 'Bird City' network to conserve species, habitat
“This really just gives you an on-the-ground, local-based grassroots opportunity to start to make a difference and conserve birds in their habitats,” a state bird conservation coordinator said.
Trump campaigns in Mississippi, highlighting Republicans' challenges
President Trump campaigned Monday in Mississippi, as he continued a closing midterm rally blitz that has highlighted Republicans' challenges ahead of an election that could drastically shift power in Washington.
Hotel Pontotoc marks 120 years of history with a Prohibition-era Halloween party
Hotel Pontotoc owner Joey Lewis joined Kacky Walton to discuss the downtown landmark's 120-year history and its upcoming Halloween celebration at The Dame.
University of Memphis brings "RENT" to the stage
The University of Memphis Department of Theatre & Dance presents "RENT," October 29 through November 1. Director Max Robinson joins Darel Snodgrass to discuss the award-winning musical and its enduring impact.