Julie Denesha
Reporter, PhotographerJulie Denesha is a freelance multimedia journalist based in Kansas City. Contact her at julie@kcur.org.
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A series of powerful murals have been popping up around the metro, depicting victims of police violence in the traditional style of religious icons. -
When local musicians faced canceled gigs and concerts this year, a newly-founded non-profit stepped up to help and get their creative juices flowing.
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More than 40 languages are spoken in North Kansas City. The new mural on the wall of an immigration law firm reflects the global perspectives of students at North Kansas City High.
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Robert "Cowboy" Culbertson owns American Frontier Production, a set where artists can imagine life on the prairie as it once was.
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With concerts canceled at Kauffman Center for Performing Arts, Grammy-nominated organist Jan Kraybill stops by to play and inspect the monumental pipe organ at the heart of the venue.
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Kansas City jazz clubs have been shut down since mid-March. Across the metro, veteran musicians are finding new ways to reach their fans as the virus continues to take its toll on the local music industry.
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With neighborhoods quieted by coronavirus fears and large gatherings still discouraged, one artist found a unique way to bring joy to the streets.
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With music venues shut down, some Kansas City musicians have been playing impromptu concerts for their neighbors.
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Back in March, flights in Europe were being cancelled and borders were closing due to COVID-19 fears. Two Kansas City musicians were in Paris, France, trying to get home.
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Kansas City, Missouri, mayor explains his plan to reopen the city, Kansas Labor Secretary on backlog of unemployment claims, how to get a proper night's sleep during COVID-19, and a musical bonding while staying at home.
