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In poll after poll, former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are the top two Republicans want as their 2024 nominee. In dueling events in Iowa, they pitch themselves to voters.

The top legal adviser to New York City Mayor Eric Adams resigned over the weekend, the latest sign of instability in the Democrat's administration as it deals with multiple federal investigations.

Planet Money attended the annual meeting of American economists — and the most popular topic this year was artificial intelligence.

The Democratic National Convention began Tuesday in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Siegel talks with Mara Liasson about the day's events.

From NPR's yearly reading list, Books We Love, we hear suggestions for four memoirs that are well worth your time.

Only 7 percent of the nation's hospitals assessed by Medicare were good enough to win 5-star ratings. The government used patient reviews to come up with the grades.

One of the most rewarding years for music in recent memory.

Senators excoriated Navy Department witnesses, including the commandant and sergeant major of the Marine Corps, over an online ring in which service members shared explicit photos of their female colleagues. The Pentagon is investigating a scandal that now appears to go beyond just the Marine Corps as first believed.

Republican Barry Loudermilk denies he showed people around the complex before the insurrectionists laid siege. The committee says it has evidence contradicting that denial.

Join us for an inspiring and empowering evening as we spotlight mental well-being through the arts and education to raise money and awareness for child and family mental health initiatives. An all-star lineup of celebrities and acclaimed speakers and experts will captivate you during this virtual event. Hollywood actresses Darby Camp, known for her roles in the Netflix film The Christmas Chronicles and HBO’s Big Little Lies, and Chandler Head, known for her roles in The Glass Castle and The Right Stuff, will star in a sketch comedy skit; Josh Daniel will debut an original song; speakers and experts, including Emmy-award winning anchor Molly Grantham, will share stories of resilience; and the silent auction will be one you won’t want to miss. Mitchell’s Fund, a Charlotte-based nonprofit, seeks to improve the mental well-being – or resiliency – of children and families who have experienced trauma. Regardless of the type of mental wellness struggles, the organization’s mantra is that resilient people make thriving communities. There is no cost to attend but donations are appreciated; it will stream on Facebook and YouTube (@mitchellsfund). More information & silent auction preview at bit.ly/mitchellsevents.

JazzArts Charlotte’s monthly virtual live music series is excited to present bassist Dave Vergato and his quartet, playing some of your favorite jazz standards. Charlotte-based bass Dave Vergato is the name you call when you want a bassist, with extensive performance experience in a wide variety of musical styles from jazz to classical, musical theater, rock, funk, and contemporary Christian music. Dave Vergato has been offering his knowledge to the next generation in schools for years, and is also currently an Adjunct Professor at Wynthrop. Tune in to Keep Jazz A-Live-Streaming to hear local jazz musicians live, straight to your living room via YouTube and Facebook Live, directly from Crown Station. Featuring: Sean Higgins, piano Tim Scott, drums Troy Conn, guitar Free Event - Thanks to our sponsors, Knight Foundation, O’s Place Jazz, Arts and Science Council, NC Arts Council, Crown Station and our many donors who keep jazz thriving.

This month, we gather with a few of the influential jazz trumpet players in the region, to talk all things trumpet. Ashlin Parker, founder of the Trumpet Mafia, will give us insights into the role of trumpet, what the Trumpet Mafia has been up to, and key moments in his career. We look forward to sharing insights that get us ready to celebrate the reopening of the JAZZ ROOM with a Trumpet Summit, later in the week. Tune in to the monthly Conversation with Curtis series to discover outstanding musicians, past and present, regional and international. Our interactive events are a chance for you to engage with the artists who are usually up on the stage. These conversations are led by jazz expert, JAZZ ROOM MC, and CurtJazz radio host Curtis Davenport. Join us free on YouTube or Facebook at the downbeat of the show. Thank you to our sponsors, Knight Foundation, O’s Place Jazz, Infusion Fund, NC Arts Council, Dorris Duke Foundation and our many donors who keep jazz thriving. Want to support? https://www.thejazzarts.org/support/

JazzArts Charlotte’s virtual live music series is excited to present Menastree, a fusion of jazz, hip-hop, funk and soul. Menastree is a group of Carolina natives that have come together to reinforce the Queen City music scene. You heard them at the May Jazz at Victoria Yards Summer Series, and we welcome them again on our virtual platform to provide their “feel good music” with an eclectic blend of jazz, hip hop, soul funk and every genre in between. Featuring: Braxton Bateman - trumpet Jesse Lamar Williams - drums Stefan Kallander - guitar Jeremy Maher - bass and vocals Zach Wheeler - sax and keys Tune in to Keep Jazz A-Live-Streaming to hear local jazz musicians live, straight to your living room via Facebook Live & YouTube Live. Performances for this series, introduced by our host Braxton Bateman, come to you from Neighborhood Theater. Free Event - Donations and tips can be made at www.thejazzarts.org/donate Thank you to our sponsors, @Knight Foundation, O’s Place Jazz, @Infusion Fund, @NC Arts Council, @Dorris Duke Foundationand our many donors who keep jazz thriving.

JazzArts Charlotte’s virtual live music series is excited to present Greensboro-native saxophonist Shane Wheeler with a set of his progressive jazz originals. Shane Wheeler is part of a new wave of young jazz musicians on the scene today. His playing and writing is steeped in blues with a more modern harmonic and rhythmic take. This premiere will showcase Shane’s first album, “Unheard,” released earlier this year Featuring: Shane Wheeler, saxophone Ramon Garcia Martinez, Bass Emerson Borg, trumpet Colin Moser, Guitar Carlos Garcia, Piano Xavier Ware, Drums Tune in to Keep Jazz A-Live-Streaming to hear local jazz musicians live, straight to your living room via Facebook Live & YouTube Live. Performances for this series, introduced by our host Braxton Bateman, come to you from Neighborhood Theater. Free Event - Donations and tips can be made at www.thejazzarts.org/support Thank you to our sponsors, Knight Foundation, Infusion Fund, NC Arts Council, Dorris Duke Foundation and our many donors who keep jazz thriving.

A popular cafe in Shanghai named after Sherlock Holmes' London address opened last year and features near-shrine-like treatment of the show's actor, Benedict Cumberbatch.

The strike against Qassem Soleimani raises thorny legal questions — and experts disagree over whether the U.S. had the legal authority to do it.

Suicide killed more U.S. troops last year than combat in Afghanistan, a trend that's likely to continue this year. The causes and remedies are complicated, but Fort Bliss in Texas has bucked the trend. Suicides have declined there, after implementation of an interactive suicide prevention program.