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Every 10 years, congressional and state legislative districts are redrawn, often for political benefit. We sit down with a top political scientist to learn what the redistricting process means for North Carolina’s future.

South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley says nearly 6 million residents had their social security and bank account numbers stolen by hackers in a September…

Hip-hop superstar Chance the Rapper returns to the show to play a game we call, "Chance? Meet Community Chest": Three questions about Monopoly.

Scott Simon talks with Rep. Bennie Thompson about the Jan. 6 hearings. The Mississippi Democrat chairs the committee investigating the attack on the Capitol.

The president's budget details his ambitious (and costly) plans to invest in infrastructure and the social safety net — the likes of which the country hasn't seen in decades.

The Biden administration plans to unveil another strategy to fight the latest COVID-19 surge driven by the delta variant, after a series of setbacks and missteps in the battle against the pandemic.

The federal trial against R. Kelly is nearing its end after six weeks of witness testimony. He's being charged with racketeering and trafficking, with accusations going back decades.

NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Rep. Stephanie Murphy (D-FL) about today's Jan. 6 House committee hearing on links between former President Donald Trump's inner circle and extremist groups.

Friday, Dec. 6, 2019Panthers Coach Ron Rivera is fired as owner David Tepper prepares for a new era and as he awaits a decision on Major League Soccer…

On the local news roundup, Jeff Jackson ends his campaign for U.S. Senate. Fear and frustration at the CMS school board meeting over guns in schools. Exotic animals are banned in Charlotte, and the Omicron variant reaches North Carolina. Those stories and more.

Mike Collins is joined by Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles for their once-a-month conversation. She and City Council are busy setting the agenda, priorities and the budget for the year. They'll discuss all those topics as well as the possibility of changing the length of council and mayor terms to four years, and more.

An individual wearing an Afghan uniform opened fire on the combined U.S. and Afghan force with a machine gun on Saturday. It's unknown if the shooter was an Afghan soldier or had stolen the uniform.

The summary of the committee's report included criminal referrals for the former president, who inspired the deadly insurrection that took place nearly two years ago.

Chill vibes, and heated rivalries! 🔥 Unleash the power of the Snow Moon at Charlotte Roller Derby's epic season opener. Mark Your Calendars! Don't miss the Snow Moon Showdown – a full day of high-speed, unforgettable roller derby action. On the enchanting day of February's full moon, join us for a triple-header extravaganza.

1 PM: Doors Open
2 PM: Royal Rumble: Purple vs White
4:15 PM: CLTRD Bad Assets vs FRD Rogue All-Stars
6:25 PM: Team North Carolina vs Team Kentucky

Break the ice with the coolest event in town! ❄️ Grab your tickets and join us for a day of thrills, spills, and chills. Proudly sponsored by CrossFit Mint Hill at Mint Hill Functional Fitness. Bring friends, family, and the derby spirit!

Formed in 2007 by mere happenstance, Balsam Range came together during an informal kitchen jam session in the rural depths of Western North Carolina. Since its inception, Balsam Range has become one of the most decorated and award-winning acts in the wide world of bluegrass music, including the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) honors: "Entertainer of the Year" (2014, 2018), "Album of the Year" (2013, 2017), "Song of the Year" (2011, 2015), "Vocal Group of the Year" (2014, 2015), "Male Vocalist of the Year" (2014, 2018) and "Bass Player of the Year" (2018).

Adult: $18 - $48
Youth (18 and under): $10

*Above prices include $3 per ticket facility fee
*PLUS 6.75% NC Sales tax
*All persons must have a ticket, including infants

Sunscreen is crucial for skin protection and the SPF is important. But dermatologists say the key to good summer skin care is applying plenty of lotion and reapplying it often, even when it's cloudy.

NPR's Scott Simon talks with Yale historian Timothy Snyder about what another 6-year presidential term for Russian leader Vladimir Putin might mean for Ukraine and the West.

Charlotte School of Law is on probation with the American Bar Association, has had its federal loan money yanked by the Department of Education and now…

American actor Regina King won an Emmy for her work in the HBO series Watchmen. It's her fourth Emmy in six years, all for different roles.

Rep. Bennie Thompson of Mississippi confirmed Sunday that an executive order was drafted for Trump to sign that would have used the military to seize machines in battleground states.