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From the racial backlash against President Obama to the rise of white nationalism, a former Observer editor and a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist argue the changing politics and culture of the nation have deep roots in the South. We discuss their new book, “The Southernization of America: A Story of Democracy in the Balance.”

The fascinating story of artist Romare Bearden’s life — a Charlotte native — is detailed in a new book by Glenda Gilmore.

A leaked, draft opinion from the U.S. Supreme Court shows that Roe v. Wade may be struck down this summer. We discuss what the potential impact on abortion rights in North Carolina and beyond.

The racist shooting in Buffalo, New York, this weekend is not a first. It's happened across the country in recent years. We take a deeper look at this fear of the other and what it's continuing to do to our country.

Author Dan Chapman joins us to discuss his his new book "A Road Running Southward." He follows the environmental journey John Muir made through the south in the 1860s. He compares the region then to the region now and explores the price we are paying for industrial growth.

We look at the strides made in recent years by the LGBTQ+ community and the threats it continues to face. Is there reason for optimism or caution?

More than two years have passed since COVID-19 first arrived in the U.S., and the country is still learning how to live with the virus. We sit down with local experts to get the latest updates in Charlotte and beyond.

A new merger doubles the size of Atrium Health. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board releases a letter refuting claims being made by an attorney for recently fired Superintendent Earnest Winston. We'll also give you a recap of budget talks for the city of Charlotte, CMS and state of North Carolina.

Two big-name North Carolina Republicans lost their primaries this week: Pat McCrory and Madison Cawthorn. Meanwhile, the racist mass shooting in Buffalo reverberated around the nation. South Carolina's governor signed a bill banning transgender students from playing women’s sports. And yet another earthquake was felt just outside Charlotte.

Charlotte's latest city budget proposal was just released. It contains a lot of goodies but no tax increase. Mayor Vi Lyles and City Manager Marcus Jones will join us to go through the most important line items up for discussion.

The region has experienced a spate of earthquakes recently. These are not necessarily abnormal and once they happen, they could recur for months. We look at why the Carolinas are experiencing this, how the quakes compare to activity in the past and what they may mean.

We find out how advances in science and medicine have increased life expectancy and what that means for us and the planet.

With Roe v. Wade overturned by the Supreme Court, we look at the impact in North and South Carolina and across the United States. Plus, what the decision means for other rights across the country.

Historian Nathaniel Philbrick recreated the epic road trip traveled by George Washington in his quest to unify the fledgling United States. He shares what he learned in his book "Travels with George."

COVID-19 vaccines are available for our youngest children. NASCAR Hall of Famer and founder of Charlotte Motor Speedway Bruton Smith has died at age 95. North Carolina sees its first case of monkeypox. And, few answers emerge — even after two years — about a shooting on Beatties Ford Road.

There's a strong need for mental health care but, as the coronavirus pandemic revealed, getting that care can mean overcoming a number of obstacles. We help kick off WFAE’s series focusing on this challenge by talking to mental health care professionals.

Despite this past weekend’s rain, North Carolina is suffering through an abnormally dry start to summer. Farmers are feeling the effects. We take a close look at why the state is so dry.

Mecklenburg County is under-parked and struggling to keep pace with growth but now, $50 million has been allocated to parks and rec for future parks so enjoying the outdoors might improve soon.

We get some tips on good books to spend time with this summer at the beach or on your couch.

On the Charlotte Talks local news roundup, early voting for Charlotte city elections is underway. Public safety concerns escalate here following the July 4th shooting in Highland Park. CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings defends police actions after a high speed chase, and the driver shortages at CATS continue. Those stories and more.