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The U.S. military destroyed five Iranian oil tankers Tuesday and Iran struck back, targeting U.S. troops in Jordan.
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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with retired General Joseph Votel about the latest attacks and counterattacks from Iran.
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The redistricting that Republicans hoped would help them win a key House seat in Missouri is in limbo after contradictory court rulings.
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Calling it a "Trump dividend," the president announced a $5,000 payment for every adult citizen if the Republican Party maintains control of the House and Senate in the midterm election. -
The catastrophic 9/11 attacks forced the intelligence community to radically revamp its ways of doing business. Now, critics say, President Trump is dismantling much of what was built since then.
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What comes next? History gets breathing room at the National Civil Rights Museum
The National Civil Rights Museum has dedicated a redesigned space to chronicling more recent campaigns and struggles.
Central Gardens celebrates 50 years of its Home and Garden Tour
The 50th Annual Central Gardens Home and Garden Tour features eight grand residences, two historic churches, live music, food trucks, and more on Sunday, September 13.
Cazateatro celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with "Theatre in the Park"
Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15, and Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group is celebrating with a free family event, "Theatre in the Park," held at four city parks from Saturday, September 12, through Saturday, October 10.
Authentic friendship
We live in a world where it's possible to have hundreds of friends online and still wonder who we can call at two in the morning.
Approved for a loan you never applied for? It could be a scam
Randy Hutchinson of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South warns consumers about unsolicited loan offers that can lead to bogus fees, financial losses, and identity theft.
Slow-cooker Pork Carnitas
I love my slow cooker because I can prep my meal in the morning before we leave for the day, and when we get home, supper is ready!
Renovated space at National Civil Rights Museum connects the past and future
A new space at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis explores the recent past and future of the movement.
Jimmy Crosthwaite brings "Medallions, Magic, and Micro-Worlds" to The Circuit Playhouse
Jimmy Crosthwaite talks about his evolving art, his exhibition "Medallions, Magic, and Micro-Worlds," and his upcoming performance at the Overton Park Shell.
Artists' Link Autumn Showcase comes to Gallery 1091
WKNO's Gallery 1091 is hosting the Artists' Link Autumn Showcase by Artists' Link Memphis, on view now through Tuesday, September 29, at the WKNO Digital Media Center.
Anwesha Biswas brings "Of Forests & Florals" to Memphis Botanic Garden
This September, the Memphis Botanic Garden is featuring "Of Forests & Florals: Anwesha Biswas Art Exhibit" in the Visitors Center Gallery.