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Kansas City Reacts To The Killing Of George Floyd In Minneapolis

Black and white protesters with bullhorn and signs face a line of Kansas City, Missouri police officers wearing helmets, face shields and vests with some holding cans of pepper spray.
Carlos Moreno
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Protesters go face-to-face with police officers in Kansas City, Missouri on May 31.

As protests over police violence spread from coast to coast, we hear what listeners have to say about the tension, and speak with a journalist, faith leader and criminal justice expert.

When I host Up To Date each morning at 9, my aim is to engage the community in conversations about the Kansas City area’s challenges, hopes and opportunities. I try to ask the questions that listeners want answered about the day’s most pressing issues and provide a place for residents to engage directly with newsmakers. Reach me at steve@kcur.org or on Twitter @stevekraske.
As culture editor, I help you embrace what makes Kansas City fun and vibrant, whether it’s a championship sports franchise or a little-known wonder. I work with reporters to ensure KCUR stories on art, culture, and race fully reflect our diverse home so readers and listeners can take full advantage of what the metro has to offer. Email me at luke@kcur.org.