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Russian-American journalist Masha Gessen discusses the Soviet effort, in 1929, to create an autonomous Jewish state in the country's far eastern region. Gessen is the author of Where The Jews Aren't.

The memoir is a window into the seemingly superhuman reporting, researching, writing and will-power that have led Caro's reinvention of the political biography. But when's the next LBJ book coming?

The prolific singer-songwriter showcases some of his new songs — and many others from his long and frequently glorious catalog — during a live concert from Newport, R.I.

The song highlights Tesfaye's sonic progression from origins of brooding minimalistic R&B, into the coke-fueled, Giorgio Moroder, dance-floor bombast he's dipped his foot in on previous records.

Chocolate Genius is the brainchild of Marc Anthony Thompson. The music is a mixture of R&B and jazz experimentation — all topped off with a lyrical style more commonly heard in indie singer-songwriters. His new release is Black Yankee Rock.

The Dutch singer layers R&B, jazz and pop over hip-hop beats in his first-ever U.S. appearance.

From a buttery Bojangles biscuit to a classic cold bottle of Cheerwine — these brands do not just sell a product, they sell the “South.” Through commercials, slogans and stories, we’re diving into the world of Southern brands and how they shape identity, nostalgia, and market the region to itself and all around the world.

Blumenthal Arts is showing a production of “Immediate Family,” a play billed as “'Modern Family'” meets 'Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner.'” Led by the direction of two-time Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad, noted for her role as Clair Huxtable on “The Cosby Show,” and written by Paul Oakley Stovall, a Tony Award-winning actor and playwright who also worked in the Obama White House.

From a buttery Bojangles biscuit to a classic cold bottle of Cheerwine — these brands do not just sell a product, they sell the “South.” Through commercials, slogans and stories, we’re diving into the world of Southern brands and how they shape identity, nostalgia, and market the region to itself and all around the world.

Tamika Palmer says she wants the officers who killed her daughter to be charged. "Even in the very beginning of this year, she kept saying 2020 was her year," she said. "And she was absolutely right."

Kentucky is among several states that passed bans on street camping and it recently got a glimpse of how it works, in a video showing police giving a citation to a homeless woman going into labor.

Adrian Crutchfield's Private Party IV: Back to School Concert Edition, featuring Saxophonist Adrian Crutchfield with special guest vocalist and entertainer Jessica Macks. Join us for "A Celebration of Adrian Crutchfield Day", Sunday August 11th, 7pm Northwest School of Arts Auditorium, Charlotte NC.

Portion of proceeds to benefit Northwest School of Arts!

International Recording Artist Adrian Crutchfield comes back home to The Northwest School of Arts, for this exclusive concert and fundraising event. Limited "Gold Circle Tickets" are available.

Saxophonist Adrian Crutchfield is known around the world for creating and performing music in a variety of genres such as jazz, funk, hip-hop, rock, and more. Adrian’s star began shining at the age of four when he received his first saxophone during a concert in Roanoke, VA from acclaimed jazz artist Kenny G; who noticed Adrian’s interest from the audience, stopped the show, and invited him to the stage, playing a childish melody, and finally bestowing the sax to young Adrian.

Known as the last horn-man to perform and record (2012-2016) with Prince and the New Power Generation; Adrian is featured on many of Prince’s final masterpieces including the 2017 Grammy-Nominated Hit-N-Run Phase 2.

Adrian has also had the privilege of performing with many of today’s brightest stars such as Lionel Richie, Bette Midler, Ceelo Green, R&B icon Anthony Hamilton, Fantasia Barrino, KC and JoJo, and with hip hop superstar Young Jeezy. In jazz Mr. Crutchfield has been featured by names such as Brian Culbertson, Kim Waters, Mike Philips, Alex Bugnon, Jeff Lorber, and Branford Marsalis; and with legendary groups such as Fourplay and The Gap Band featuring Charlie Wilson.

Praised by saxophonist Dave Koz as a favorite and most highly anticipated up-and-coming artist; this saxophone aficionado is one of his generation’s most prolific and lauded musicians.

Don't miss this exclusive concert event!

Vice presidential debates have produced many memorable moments, but it’s hard to say any has made a decisive difference in the election outcome. It’s worth recalling how much media heat and drama they have generated.

The price tag to buy the tracks for the Red Line: $91 million. The Charlotte City Council will vote on that soon. It’s back to school at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools this week, with a lot to talk about including some controversies outside the classroom. Mike Collins and guests cover these stories and more.

Maryland plays Louisville and Stanford faces North Carolina tonight. The winners then head to Nashville for a chance at the NCAA women's basketball championship. Two undefeated teams are waiting.

The Elite 8 in the women's college basketball tournament will have a different look than expected. Top-seed Baylor was knocked out by Louisville on Sunday.

Brett Hankison, the former Louisville Police Department detective, has pleaded not guilty to all three counts of wanton endangerment against him, his attorney said on Monday.

The N.C. House is seeking to prohibit people under 21 years old from buying or using hemp, a step widely seen as a necessary first step to regulate an industry that is largely without laws.

The procedure has evolved at many points in history, clearing breakthroughs on civil rights and a recent GOP judicial spree. Those issues show why the two parties see changing it now as existential.

A church in the town of Nicholasville, Ky., held a fundraiser for humanitarian relief for Ukraine over the weekend. It raised $145,000.