Jay McInerney has spent more than four decades chronicling ambition, desire, excess, and reinvention in New York City. Since the publication of his breakout novel, 'Bright Lights Big City,' in 1984, he's become one of the defining literary voices. He has become one of the defining literary voices of his generation, blending sharp social observation with an insider's eye for the worlds of publishing, wealth, and culture.His new novel, 'See You on the Other Side,' brings a long-running story to a close. The book is the fourth and final installment of McInerney's Callaway saga.

The February death of Nurul Amin Shah Alam on the streets of Buffalo days after his release from Border Patrol custody cannot be prosecuted by the state attorney general. But in a letter, AG Letitia James said the Erie County District Attorney can, and is offering support.

Consumer prices in July were up 3.4% from a year ago — a smaller annual increase than in May or June. The news makes it less likely the Fed will feel the need to raise interest rates in September.