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Carlos Moreno/KCUR 89.3Fans and artists around Kansas City are embracing the excitement around Missouri-born Chappell Roan, who will perform two sold-out concerts this weekend. Two local drag performers, Karmella Uchawi and Minti Varieties, were tapped to help open the shows. -
KCUR 89.3Artist Luis Quintanilla fled the Spanish Civil War to escape persecution, but most of his work was destroyed. Today, one of his two remaining murals sits in an otherwise ordinary corner of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Newly restored, Quintanilla’s bizarre and enthralling masterpiece stands as a testament to immigrants and the danger of authoritarianism.
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China is the source of 80% of toys purchased in the U.S. Two business owners in Kansas have been forced by the president's barrage of trade barriers to buy product early and in bulk, and deal with supply-chain issues. -
When the school year ends, the need for literacy support does not. Here’s help in finding in-person and online summer reading programs around the Kansas City area. -
Pools around the Kansas City metro officially opened this weekend, while Johnson County offers even more places to swim. This summer will see a blend of familiar favorites and some new places to try.
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Marwan Chebaro is no stranger to 39th Street's restaurant row. With a new space at Park 39 in midtown, Chebaro set a June opening for a new concept named after his daughter Nour. The restaurant has a small shrine to her in its corner, and encourages patrons to bring in mementos of their own loved ones. -
Twelve Kansas City restaurants, breweries and other businesses were chosen this week for grants to expand patio space — including adding furniture and lighting, painting murals and more. -
It can be difficult to enjoy a meal when you can't even hear yourself think. These Kansas City area restaurants and bars offer a more serene environment, with food that's plenty exciting on its own. -
Melissa Ferrer Civil found community, and a path toward better mental health, through poetry. Now, she’s spreading the good word. -
Despite its long history of valuable service to the community, recent challenges within the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council have cast doubt on the future of the organization and the residents of the neighborhood. Now, past and present generations of leadership are working to rebuild faith, and instill hope in residents of this east side community. -
Port KC has outsourced its lawn service needs to a herd of goats for the third year. They work for food while improving the environment, chewing away invasive brush and clearing the space for walkers and joggers. -
The Old Shawnee Days festival will host a qualifying event for Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest on Saturday, June 7 at 6 p.m. Emcee Sam Barclay said the contest “promises to be one of the greatest athletic events in the history of Kansas." -
Tattoo studios here in Kansas City are colorful environments, offering a sincere connection through unique art. Each one is stacked with several artists offering their own take on the form. -
When President Trump made deep cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities earlier this year, grants were cancelled and programs across the country were suspended. In Kansas City, one oral history project for Vietnam War veterans had to be scaled back.
