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Canada's retaliatory tariffs against U.S. imports went into effect early Tuesday, escalating the trade war between former close allies.
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Chrystia Freeland understands the U.S.-Canada relationship from her time at the negotiating table. Here's what she sees now. -
Hurricane Lowell triggers hurricane warnings on its approach to western Hawaii as a major Category 3 storm.
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Canada's retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. go into effect, Republicans prepare for Trump's unconventional midterm convention, officials say victims in Miami airport crash were inside vehicles.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with journalist Peter Bergen about his latest book, "All The Presidents' Wars," a history of the United States' war on terror across four presidential administrations.
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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.
More than 120 detained in Memphis ICE raid, one of the largest nationwide this year
An ICE raid of a Memphis bar recently was one of the largest this year and left children without a parent.
Shell Yeah! Benefit Series presents Booker T. Jones
The Overton Park Shell is celebrating 90 years of bringing outstanding musical artists to its historic stage with a series of events Thursday, September 10, through Sunday, September 13.
TN Politics: Will Memphis leaders take tougher stance against federal agencies?
The National Guard and ICE are operating in legal gray areas with little to no accountability. Otis Sanford says its time for mayors to speak out.
Michael Bollinger discusses BPACC's second half of the 2026-27 season
The Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center (BPACC) is about to kick off its 28th season, and Artistic Director Michael Bollinger spoke to Darel Snodgrass about performances from September through December. Now he joins Kacky Walton to talk about the second half of the season.
Responsive Grants available
Nonprofits across our region are stretched thin right now—facing funding cuts, rising costs, and growing demand for services. The Community Foundation of Greater Memphis wants to help.
Arts Agenda: Heavy on metal and funk
Featured: The Metal Museums' opening weekend celebration; WYXR's Stereo Session featuring KWICK