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Omar Higine/Haskell Indian Nations UniversityHaskell Indian Nations University women's basketball coach Adam Strom learned he would be laid off in February due to the Trump Administration's federal workforce cuts. He's kept coaching as a volunteer since, leading the team to a conference championship and an NAIA tournament berth. -
Carlos Moreno/KCUR 89.3Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas announced on Thursday night that City Manager Brian Platt has been suspended from his position. This comes after a whistleblower lawsuit alleged Platt told the city communications department to lie to the media. -
Lawrence Brooks IV/KCUR 89.3Muslims around the world are celebrating the holy month of Ramadan. Three members of Kansas City's diverse Muslim community talk about the ritual of daily fasting, teaching the traditions to their children and the experience of community — all part of Ramadan. -
Mike MahoneyFor more than 40 years, Mike Mahoney reported on government and politics for KMBC 9 News. Mahoney joined KCUR's Up To Date for the series "5 Questions."
Previous Segments
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Americans have increasingly been choosing where they spend their money based on social and political values. KU marketing and psychology professor Dr. Jessica Li shares what's behind this trend. -
Political scientists from universities in Missouri and Kansas are noticing more participation at town halls and legislative committee hearings since President Donald Trump took office last month. But whether that trend holds will depend on how future actions play out. -
Joel Goldberg, the in-game reporter fans see throughout the season on Kansas City Royals television broadcasts, is out with a new book, titled "Small Ball Big Dreams." -
Jackson County legislator Sean Smith, who along with a handful of local lawmakers met with Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe last week, says it's essential for the county to "straighten out the property tax debacles" if it wants voters to pass a future stadium sales tax measure to keep the teams in town. -
Whether you're looking for an Oscar-worthy film or a good series to stream at home, Up To Date's film critics dish on what's worth your time. Find out what Academy nominations they think deserve more attention and what streaming series has them hooked.
