remembrances

The life and legacy of a former Kansas City councilwoman and activist, a Kansas City councilwoman looks to change how the city awards tax incentives and a preview of the second season of KCUR's podcast, "A People's History of Kansas City."

After fleeing political violence in Haiti, Annessoir Annelus came to Kansas City and worked his fingers to the bone building a better life for his family.

Vocalist Molly Hammer was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008 and learned in 2016 that cancer had spread to other parts of her body. She was known for her advocacy for cancer awareness and her support of Kansas City's music community.

Vincent Van Gogh loved to paint "en plein air" which meant battling the elements: rain, wind and ... grasshoppers? Today, we speak with the painting…

Starting with his own passion for homeownership, friends say James B. Nutter left his mark on Kansas City in the fields of business, politics and…

Do you remember the man who took your tickets at the Tivoli for 17 years? With a recent photo display and theater dedication at the Tivoli, we reflect on…

In Sedalia, Missouri, Marge Harlan spent $25,000 of her own money to build a "slave cabin." While she meant the cabin to honor the courage and resilience…

This past weekend, hundreds of Kansas Citians paid their respects to the family of community leader Adele Hall, who died January 26 at age 81.On Monday's…

Former South Dakota Senator and Presidential candidate George McGovern died in Souix Falls, S.D. on Sunday. He was 90. McGovern is perhaps best known for…

He's here forever, but gone for now, succumbing to a sudden heart attack.Excerpt from "Interiors: Getting to the End of the Line" by Tom RyanCol. Tom…

On Wednesday's Central Standard, we pay tribute to lives lost last year, including the late jazz singer Myra Taylor and late Fox 4 meteorologist Don…