Columbus, OH

We kick off the 864th Episode of Neon Jazz with new music from a Kansas City treasure, E.E Pointer with the song "Uprights" off his 2024 album Worm. From there, we go old school Kansas City with the great Andy Kirk. The rest of the show focuses on a host of veteran musicians with new work out like Rosemary Load, Jihee Heo, Lisa Rich, Gabriel Evan and Harry Skoler. In between, we hear from legends Mose Allison, Count Basie, Joe Henderson and Miles Davis. We tie all of it together with new music from Philip Weberndoerfer. Dig the jazz, my friends.

Mose Allison, Lisa Rich, Harry Skoler & Jihee Heo

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Enduring connections. UK free music veterans, drummer Eddie Prevost and saxophonist John Butcher first shared a stage in 1990, as part of guitarist Derek Bailey's famed Company weeks, but they still find plenty of worthwhile things to say to each other on Unearthed. Their encounters have been many over the intervening years, including several previous duo efforts. However, what lends this occasion its distinctive flavor is Prėvost 's decision to bring along a full kit rather than the pared-down elements that he has favored in the past.

John Butcher / Eddie Prevost: Higher Lever Levitations Vol 1 Unearthed

Eric Alexander and Mike LeDonne's album Together is an acknowledgment of the magic that can emerge when two masterful musicians collaborate in a duo setting. This release, featuring nine tracks, captures the essence of their longstanding musical relationship, offering a rich tapestry of spontaneous interplay, deep grooves and expressive storytelling through sound. And that sound was captured as the session was recorded at the iconic Van Gelder Studio at Englewood Cliffs, NJ, with LeDonne performing on Rudy Van Gelder's nine-foot Steinway concert grand.

Eric Alexander & Mike LeDonne: Together

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Massachusetts is home to many “firsts” in the U.S.: the first public park, the first university, and even the first basketball game. Soon, it might also boast the first state-appointed choreographer laureate. The honorary position was first proposed by state senator Rebecca Rausch in legislation filed last year....

Massachusetts Hopes to Appoint the First-Ever State Choreographer Laureate

New York State

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“The boyfriend” is finally the husband!

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy’s daughter Mariah Kennedy Cuomo married her longtime beau, Tellef Lundevall, on Saturday night, sources tell Page Six exclusively.

Lundevall became a household figure of sorts during the COVID-19 pandemic when he moved into Cuomo’s mansion and was routinely referred to as “the boyfriend” during the then-New York governor’s infamous daily briefings.







The Cuomo family gathered in the Kennedy stronghold of Hyannis Port, Mass., where “nearly 400 Cuomos, Kennedys and their friends” were “at the Kennedy compound over the weekend to toast the happy couple,” a spy tells us.

Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy’s daughter Mariah marries...

Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy’s daughter Mariah marries longtime beau Tellef Lundevall at Kennedy compound

Boston, MA

CBS Boston

BOSTON – The 2024 Summer Olympic Games are underway in Paris - not Boston as originally planned. So how do Massachusetts politicians feel about the failed Olympic plans?Gin Dumcius, veteran local political reporter for the website CommonWealth Beacon, joined WBZ-TV and looked back at Boston 2024, looked ahead to an upcoming Beacon Hill deadline, and also spoke about the state of migrant shelters in Massachusetts.Boston 2024 Olympics that never wereAs the 2024 Summer Olympic Games get underway in Paris, there's been a range of local reflection on the fact that Boston was once the choice to host the Games. A...

2024 Olympics spark local reflection on Boston's botched bid

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

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Los Angeles County, CA

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CALIFORNIA – Optum, a health care services subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, reported to the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) report, July 18, that they would be laying off 524 employees across San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange and Alameda counties.

Optum laying off 524 employees in San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange counties

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Although reedman Rob Brown has a string of small group leadership outings to his name, dating back to his first, Breath Rhyme (Silkheart) in 1990, Oblongata may be one of his finest. The 2022 studio session reunites him with some of his most enduring collaborators, the same crew responsible for From Here To Hear (Rogue Art, 2019), as well as an outstanding appearance at the 2019 Vision Festival, namely trombonist Steve Swell, bassist Chris Lightcap and drummer Chad Taylor.

Rob Brown Quartet: Oblongata

Charisma reveals that Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has been criticized again for what are considered to be insensitive comments. On his Twitter/X account, the Texas preacher said the following.

Virginia ministers weigh in on Joel Osteen's comments about blessings

Aurora, CO

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

APD reports person of interest in custody. Four family members were killed and others injured Wednesday night, July 10, in the 400 block of Kitty Hawk Road in Alameda. The Alameda Post was at the scene Thursday morning, where Alameda Police Lieutenant Alan Kuboyama confirmed three adults and one child have died, and another child is in critical condition.

UPDATED: Four Family Members Killed in Alameda Shooting

Our guest embraces her newfound freedom with a classic recording that encapsulates an illustrious 20-year career since the release of her debut album, Salt. She's become renowned for her deep contralto and personal composing style, has had a remarkable career as a refined, soulful original, working with a variety of esteemed artists on various projects. Lizz Wright is also a trained chef who founded and manages her own wellness restaurant and café in her hometown of Chicago. She embraces Shadow as an eloquent opening of an inspiring new chapter, this is her latest project which features musicians Angelique Kidjo, MeShell NdegeOcello and Brandee Younger amongst many other incredible musicians. The New York Times touts as, "a smooth, dark alto possessed of qualities you might associate with barrel-aged bourbon or butter-soft leather We got to spend time with her, as our featured guest musician.

Holding space with Lizz Wright

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The latest Aurora Clara, Mark Lettieri, Casiopea, Mauro Hector and Scott Henderson

New music with Aurora Clara from Spain, Mark Lettieri, Japanese band Casiopea, James Morgan, Gary Husband, and Hadrien Feraud. Brazilian guitarist Mauro Hector with drummer Igor...

The latest Aurora Clara, Mark Lettieri, Casiopea, Mauro Hector and Scott Henderson

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