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Kansas City music stores get down to brass taxes

Buying a new band or orchestra instrument could get a lot more expensive. Kansas City music store owners have been hit hard by President Trump's on-again, off-again tariffs with Europe and China, and the path forward remains unclear. Plus: A prominent Kansas abortion clinic has a new leader with plans to expand access.

Since taking office in January, the Trump administration has raised taxes on imports from dozens of countries. It’s been a rough ride for small businesses that import goods from abroad — which includes music stores in Kansas City. KCUR’s Julie Denesha reports.

Three new members are joining the board of Wichita, Kansas, health care provider Trust Women, including a new president and CEO. KMUW's Rose Conlon reports how the new leader of the nonprofit plans to protect reproductive rights.

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