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Segment 1: "Our infrastructure isn't an asset, it's a liability," said architect Dennis Strait. In recent years many cities, including our own, have become seemingly unaffordable, not just for the people responsible for running and operating them, but for those who live and work in them as well. So what can be done to make Kansas City a more budget-friendly place? Dennis Strait , managing principal for Gould Evans' Kansas City studio Segment 2, beginning at 27:46: How one musician mixes ancient

Segment 1: Kansas State University could be a testing ground for rebranding white nationalism, a new report says. A report from the Institute for Research & Education on Human Rights concluded that white nationalists are attempting to mainstream their image and ideology, and they're using college campuses to do so. Not only are college campuses full of people ready to learn about different ideas, they're also notable platforms for protecting free speech. Kaylie McLaughlin , editor-in-chief

Segment 1: Almost 35,000 Missourians have received medical marijuana ID cards but have nowhere to buy legally. Despite being approved by voters in late 2018, state officials estimate that the earliest medical cannabis will be available for purchase will be this June or July. It could be a year for all 192 state-certified dispensaries to be up and running. Once open the price of products will be determined by market forces and competing with marijuana sold on the street. Dr. George Edwards ,

Segment 1: Is it time for voters to select Johnson County's election commissioner? In the four most populous counties in Kansas voters do not select their election commissioner. Johnson County is one of those where the position is filled by appointment by the secretary of state. County commissioners explained why that is, whether that process should continue and what some alternatives would look like. Michael Ashcraft , member of the Johnson County Board of Commissioners - 5th District Janee

The Chiefs are champions, and fans are still flying high. But now that the confetti has settled it’s time to confront a difficult question: What’s in a name? Commentator Victor Wishna offers a modest proposal in this post-Super Bowl edition of 'A Fan’s Notes.' Spring training is underway. March and its madness loom. But many of us are still stuck on our Chiefs. After 50 years, three weeks is hardly enough time to savor a Super Bowl championship. (Speaking of which, DVR isn’t like tape, is it? I

Segment 1: The rise of mass media has changed a president's ability to communicate. Advancements in technology have provided modern presidents a more direct means of communication with their countrymen. Today, a leading expert in presidential rhetoric explores the rise of mass media and how presidents have adapted to communication innovations. Denise Bostdorff , department chair and professor of communication, The College of Wooster Denise Bostdorff will discuss social media and contemporary

Segment 1: What is a non-disclosure agreement? After Sen. Elizabeth Warren publicly questioned fellow Democratic presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg's use of NDAs, these contractual documents made headlines around the country. Today, we discussed what the agreements are, how they are used and who they benefit. Athena Dickson , partner at Siro Smith Dickson PC and board president of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association Segment 2, beginning at 20:58: How the mother of forensic science

Segment 1: Why one teacher decided to call it quits. Amid much tension and back-and-forth between the Shawnee Mission School District and the teacher's union, one middle school teacher decided she could be a better advocate for her colleagues and students from outside the system. Her very public resignation unleashed a torrent of online and media attention. Amanda Coffman , former Shawnee Mission School District teacher Segment 2, beginning at 22:30: What's showing now in independent film Actors

Segment 1: "We need to make sure that we're being responsible with every dollar," said Mayor Quinton Lucas. Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas wants to allocate $1.7 billion in the latest city budget , but key stakeholders worry it isn't enough to do everything that needs to be done. He's also catching heat for a proposed budget that cuts a great deal of funding to the arts. Mayor Quinton Lucas , Kansas City, Missouri Residents can attend any of several citywide budget hearings: Saturday

Segment 1: Missouri looks to start opening medical marijuana dispensaries in June. Missouri's Department of Health and Senior Services has issued licenses for 192 medical marijuana dispensaries since a voter approved initiative for medical cannabis passed in 2018. Once patients are able to start purchasing, and in some cases growing, the product, the state could look to issue more dispensary licenses based on supply and demand. Lyndall Fraker , director of medical marijuana for Missouri