Nick DeRiso

Nick DeRiso is UCR's assistant managing editor, and author of 'Journey: Worlds Apart.' He has been named columnist of the year five times by the Associated Press, Louisiana Press Association, and Louisiana Sports Writers Association, and previously oversaw a daily newspaper section that was named Top 10 in the nation by the AP.

Lou Ottens, Inventor of the Audio Cassette, Dies at 94

"I got annoyed with the clunky, user-unfriendly reel-to-reel system," the Dutch engineer once admitted.

35 Years Ago: Space Shuttle Challenger Breaks Apart on Live TV

We've been told that a nation watched in horror as the space shuttle exploded. But that's not exactly what happened.

Bill Withers Dies of ‘Heart Complications’ at 81

Singer-songwriter scored a string of ageless '70s-era hits, including "Lean on Me," "Use Me" and "Ain't No Sunshine."

Peter Tork of the Monkees Dies at 77

He was diagnosed with a rare cancer of the tongue in 2009.

Tom Petty Never Abandoned His Values, Or His Band, Over a Remarkable Career

Even as Tom Petty's career branched out, the Heartbreakers always remained a touchstone.

Here’s How Venues Are Working to Make Concerts Safer – And What You Can Do

Mass shootings at concerts in Las Vegas and Manchester, U.K., raise important questions about fan safety.

Paul Simon Says Goodbye to Carrie Fisher

Carrie Fisher and Paul Simon originally met during the filming for 1977's 'Star Wars,' and were later married between 1983-84.

Inside Carrie Fisher’s Turbulent, Inspirational Relationship with Paul Simon

Carrie Fisher‘s fame-charmed life inevitably brought her into rock circles, but a stormy, song-sparking intersection with Paul Simon remains the most memorable.

Sony to Buy Michael Jackson’s Publishing Company, Including Beatles Catalog

Michael Jackson outbid Paul McCartney for ATV Music in 1985, paying more than $40 million and fracturing their relationship.