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The president first stopped in Lake Charles, La., before heading to Orange, Texas. In both stops, he met with local public officials to talk about the devastation from Hurricane Laura.

The prominent voice in the news this past week was resident Clinton remembering his friend, Commerce Secretary Ron Brown, who died n a plane crash in Croatia.

By Joe Donahuehttp://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/wamc/local-wamc-868039.mp3Albany, NY – Not the Godfather of Soul, but the Godfather of…

Ron Brown's resume shows a list of firsts, including first African American chairman of a major political party, first African American manager of a presidential campaign and first African American partner at his Washington law firm. NPR's Mara Liasson has a profile.

By Joe Donahuehttp://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/wamc/local-wamc-855637.mp3Albany, NY – Joe and Sandra talk about her latest novel,…

One of the most powerful storms to hit the state in living memory leaves destruction and misery in its wake, with debris from homes and businesses scattered about and at least one death.

Noah Adams talks with Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown, who's happily playing the blues at 72. He has a new album out called Long Way Home. Gatemouth is on the album by some new and old friends like Eric Clapton, Leon Russell, Ry Cooder and Maria Maldon. [GITANES JAZZ PRODUCTIONS] (6:00) (IN S

The North Country is alive with culture as evidenced by the three remarkable institutions we welcome to the program this morning.Adirondack Film brings world cinema to local audiences, showcasing international films and fostering conversations about art and storytelling. John Brown Lives! honors the abolitionist’s Adirondack legacy by connecting history with today’s struggles for justice and equality through education and cultural programming. The Adirondack Center for Writing champions writers and readers of all backgrounds with workshops, residencies, and events that celebrate the power of words.Together, these organizations enrich the Adirondacks, making the region a hub for film, history, and literature.

NPR's Scott Simon talks with the actor about season three of the televsion drama about a family laundering money for a drug cartel, as well as how she and loved ones are living now.

This Fourth of July, forget about buying sparklers. We can show you how to make your own sparks... and a darn good tuna steak... with just a few simple household tools. Join host Korva Coleman and mad food scientist Alton Brown for a backyard barbecue unlike any other.