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KCUR Morning News 5-7-09

By Maria Carter

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Kansas City, MO – The Missouri House on Wednesday rejected part of the state budget, because it included an expansion of Medicaid. But a new compromise has been reached that's designed to bridge the impasse.

A Kansas legislative committee has cleared the way for lawmakers to vote on an agreement allowing a coal-fired power plant.

The Kansas City Human Relations Department responded to an April audit on a program for Minority and Women Owned businesses.

As the superstructure of Kansas City's new performing arts center begins to reveal its shape, the focus this week turns again to its parking facility.

The Kansas City Royals are on a five game winning streak, taking down the Seattle Mariners last night 9-1.

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