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In 1964, President Johnson traveled to Martin County, Ky., to try to sell his "war on poverty" to the American public. What residents say they need now is steady work.

Houston Grand Opera presents one of music's greatest rarities — a successful opera based on Shakespeare. It's Charles Gounod's Romeo and Juliet, in a production starring soprano Ana Maria Martinez and tenor Ramon Vargas in the title roles.

Ryan joined KNAU's newsroom in 2013. He covers a broad range of stories from local, state and tribal politics to education, economy, energy and public lands issues, and frequently interviews internationally known and regional musicians. Ryan is an Edward R. Murrow Award winner and a frequent contributor to NPR News and National Native News.

Radio Express, a California-based production company, produces and exports pre-packaged music radio programming to more than 130 countries, including several in Africa. The company has just created "Jammin' Africa," a program that helps African artists get exposure across the continent. NPR's Tony Cox visited Radio Express, and spoke with members of the staff, including CEO Tom Rounds.

Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019On the next Charlotte Talks, Mike delves into the science of meetings with two guests who have studied meetings extensively.…

The Charlotte 2040 plan hits a snag as does a bill in Raleigh mandating the reopening of all schools. The governor vetoes it, and the legislature fails to override it. Those stories and more.

North Carolina ties an incentive involving masks to the vaccination rate. Apple comes to North Carolina, and electric buses will soon be on the streets of Charlotte. Those stories and more on the Local News Roundup.

On this edition of Mike and the Mayor ... Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and City Manager Marcus Jones talk about the newly proposed city budget, CATS, transparency and the latest on Eastland Mall redevelopment.

Mike Collins hosts a conversation with the mayors of Pineville, Matthews and Mint Hill. We hear about their achievements and their challenges.

A look at structural racism from slavery to Reconstruction, through urban renewal to today. Charlotte resident Greg Jarrell has examined the roles that race, policy, geography and theology have played in our past — and how it impacts our present — in his new book, “Our Trespasses: White Churches and the Taking of American Neighborhoods.”

We focus on the Republican National Convention, its presumptive nominee, his possible vice presidential nominee, and the party platform. Plus a document to change the nation: Project 2025.

A discussion with the chairs of Charlotte City Council's committees that help govern the Queen City, including transportation, jobs and economic development, and housing and safety. We hear about the priorities each committee has set, why they’ve set those goals and where they are in achieving them.

In April, the president put $450 million on hold for Guatemala as well as Honduras and El Salvador over what he described as the failure of their governments to stem the flow of migrants to the U.S.

Vocalist René Marie, this month’s JAZZ ROOM headliner, spends an hour speaking to us about her unique, storytelling approach to jazz and the roots that her music spring from.
René Marie was born in Virginia and has spent her life across this region. She didn’t begin her musical career until after age 40, and has since released 8 CDs, culminating in a Grammy nomination, plus a theater production.
Join us on the YouTube livestream for this rich conversation, or be in person at the Stage Door Theater to participate in person.
Through free panels, discussions, and workshops, JazzArts Charlotte is committed to bringing nationally acclaimed artists to Charlotte to enhance the experience of the music.
Join us in one-on-one conversation for a glimpse at the story behind the song.

A little more about Rene Marie:
Website: https://renemarie.com/
interview with Sanctuary magazine just after Grammy nomination. https://www.sanctuary-magazine.com/interview-w-rene-marie.html
Most recent album, Sound of Red, released April 2016, represents her first album of all-original material.

"I was reassured Wednesday of why I have no faith in the legal system, in the police, in the law," Tamika Palmer said in a statement. "They are not made to protect us Black and brown people."

Here are two absolutes about politics in Kentucky: The state is reliably Republican, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is a political heavyweight in his home state. Tuesday, he made only his second appearance at a Tea Party event. Since some of McConnell's hand-picked candidates have been beaten easily in recent elections, he's reaching out to his entire party. Phillip Bailey reports from member station WFPL in Louisville.

Local officials said three people were still unaccounted for after the most destructive wildfires in Colorado history. Authorities also raised the count of homes destroyed to nearly 1,000.

Weekend Edition Saturday host Scott Simon speaks with NPR's Tom Goldman about the scandal at Rutgers University, and the NCAA basketball finals for both men and women this weekend.

The Food and Drug Administration says it will step up surveillance of "green leafy products" from Mexico in the wake of the multistate outbreak.

One Man Show That Honors Famed Tuskegee Airman, Ben Davis -- Watch
Him Fly, to Premiere at the Carolina Theatre
Take flight this September at the newly restored Carolina Theatre with the unforgettable story of
General Benjamin O. Davis Jr., the trailblazing leader of the legendary Tuskegee Airmen. In the
powerful one-man show, Ben Davis – Watch Him Fly, writer, producer, and performer J. Leon
Pridgen II brings to life the courage, resilience, and groundbreaking achievements of a true
American hero. The one-night-only performance is at 7 p.m. on Sept. 20, 2025.
From Davis’s lonely days as the only Black cadet at West Point in the 1930s to his historic role
integrating the U.S. military, this compelling production tells a story that soars beyond history
books—into the heart and soul of a man who refused to be grounded by racism or doubt.
The choice of venue is also notable. The Carolina Theatre – like most Southern theatres –
prohibited Black guests from entering for decades. Once permitted inside, Black guests were
then relegated to the Balcony before the theatre fully integrated in the 1960s.
Don’t miss your chance to witness this masterful performance—live and in person—for one night
only at the newly restored historic Carolina Theatre!
Directed by the acclaimed actress, writer and producer Karen Abercrombie, this play is both a
tribute and a triumph—an emotional journey that will leave you inspired, uplifted, and deeply
moved.
Whether you're a history buff, aviation enthusiast or simply a lover of powerful storytelling, this
is the kind of show that stays with you long after the curtain falls. Tickets go on sale to the
general public on Friday, Aug. 15 at 10 a.m. Guests can purchase tickets through https://www.thecarolina.com/events
About the Carolina Theatre at Belk Place
Originally opened in 1927, the Carolina Theatre in Uptown Charlotte reopened in 2025 after
nearly 50 years of vacancy. Lovingly restored to its original glory by Foundation For The
Carolinas, the Carolina Theatre serves as a dynamic civic and entertainment hub in one of
America’s fastest-growing cities. Visit TheCarolina.com to learn more. Media contact: Jared
Misner, communications director, 980-502-5876 or jared@thecarolina.com.