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Dark Days is the latest release from Noah Preminger

Saxophonist and composer Noah Preminger's 'Dark Days' is Gary Walker's New Day New Play on WBGO February 2-6

WBGO's "Daybreak" host Gary Walker chats with saxophonist and composer Noah Preminger

Fans watch as the Washington Commanders face the Jacksonville Jaguars in an NFL football game on Sept. 11, 2022, in Landover, Md.

Group agrees to buy Washington Commanders from Snyder family for record $6 billion

The deal for $6.05 billion is the largest for a North American professional sports franchise. The deal is still pending approval of three-quarters of NFL owners and other customary closing conditions.

Workers break ground on new border wall construction about 20 miles west of Santa Teresa, N.M., last month. The Trump administration has started the arduous process of canceling $3.6 billion in military construction projects to fund its plans to build more of a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Trump Administration Diverts $3.6 Billion From Military Projects To Border Wall

Defense Secretary Mark Esper began notifying lawmakers which projects will be canceled in their districts. "It is a slap in the face to the members of the Armed Forces," Sen. Chuck Schumer said.

Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., and Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wy., will lead the public hearings for the House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the Capitol.

Jan. 6 panel promises 'previously unseen material' in prime-time hearing on June 9

The panel is expected to hold about a half dozen public hearings in June and release a report on its findings in September.

The first public hearing of the U.S. House Select Committee to Investigate the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on June 9, 2022.

Criminal referrals could be announced sooner than expected by the Jan. 6 panel

The House select panel investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol will vote Monday on plans to issue criminal referrals and other recommendations.

The U.S. Capitol Building is seen at sunrise as the remains of U.S. Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick lays in honor in the Rotunda on Feb. 3.

Acting Capitol Police Chief Promises 'Significant' Changes Following Deadly Riot

The Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol exposed a number of security shortfalls at the seat of American democracy. Acting Chief Yogananda Pittman released a video statement Friday evening.

Pro-Trump extremists, including Jacob Chansley, the "QAnon shaman" known for his painted face and horned hat, intended "to capture and assassinate elected officials," the Justice Department says in a new court filing. Chansley was taken into custody in Arizona.

U.S. Now Says No Direct Evidence Of 'Kill/Capture Teams' So Far In Capitol Riot

The top U.S. prosecutor for the District of Columbia cited a "disconnect" after federal prosecutors in Arizona said there was "strong evidence" that pro-Trump rioters intended to kill officials.

Paul Cavalconte

Paul Cavalconte grew up spinning discs from his parents’ expansive record collection in the basement of a big, old house in the Bronx. He had an eclectic musical palate from a young age, with interests spanning rock, pop, jazz, and more. Paul landed his first official radio gig as an on-air student volunteer at Fordham University’s WFUV - one of three New York City radio stations where he currently has hosting duties; Paul also is the weekend morning host of Classical WQXR-FM, and as of April 2025, he is the host and producer of WBGO's New Standards, Wednesday at 6 am and Saturday nights at 10.

K-pop group Twice during an autograph session on June 28, 2016 in Seoul, South Korea.

What The World Listened To Most In 2016

Deep within an annual report on the global music industry is a listing of the most popular songs and albums from around the world. We listen to 2016's biggest from Croatia, India, Ecuador and more.

The Top 10 Folk And Americana Albums Of 2013

It was a banner year for the acoustic guitar. NPR Music partner Folk Alley presents the best the genre had to offer.

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