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Segment 1: How hyper-connectivity and technology have democratized power. Our world has changed a lot in the 21st century. New technologies like Twitter and KickStarter have enabled worldwide social movements. But how does this new power work? One activist described the ways public influence is shifting, and what it might mean for our future. Jeremy Heimans , co-author, " New Power: How Power Works in Our Hyperconnected World — and How to Make It Work for You " Segment 2 beginning at 22:26: How

Segment 1: New mayor and CEO of Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, says he's tapped into family's "longstanding commitment to the community." In his first Up To Date interview since taking office, David Alvey admits he's doing a lot of listening as he settles into his new role. Today, he explained how he's approaching several issues facing his city and county, including the continuing call for a new grocery store and YMCA downtown, "shift-trading" by firefighters,

Segment 1: Criminal charges in Schlitterbahn death come amid push for tighter regulations on Kansas amusement parks. Last week, three Schlitterbahn employees were indicted on criminal charges related to a boy's death in 2016 at the Kansas City, Kansas, water park. Today, we discussed the merits of cases, and found out how state law is evolving in response to the incident. Steve Vockrodt , Kansas City Star reporter Blaine LeCesne , Loyola University New Orleans professor of law Segment 2

Segment 1: With deadline looming, Kansas lawmakers struggle to find funding plan that satisfies the state's legislature and supreme court. After a report commissioned by legislative leaders recommended Kansas spend more money on its public schools — as much as $2 billion more — conservative enthusiasm for the study's merit dried up . Now, lawmakers have until April 30 to find an adequate, equitable and politically-tolerable solution to the conundrum. We spoke with state reps from both sides of

Despite some disappointing off-season roster changes and a freak knee injury for veteran catcher Salvador Perez, at least a few Kansas City Royals fans are excited for the 2018 season to get under way. In what has become a tradition, we spent opening day at Kauffman Stadium speaking with everyone from announcers and reporters to chefs and brewers to get a sense for what's new — on the field and off. Steve Physioc , Kansas City Royals play-by-play sportscaster Greg Echlin , KCUR sports

Segment 1: Recent local cases of the highly-contagious virus have some parents on edge. With at least eight recently-reported cases of measles in Johnson County, Kansas, many parents want to do everything they can to ensure their little ones aren't at risk. Today, we got advice for limiting a child's exposure to the virus, even if they're not yet old enough to be vaccinated against it. Dr. Robyn Livingston , director of Infection Control and Prevention Program, Children's Mercy Hospital Dr.

Segment 1: With an understanding in place, city officials and airport developer work on next steps at KCI. Last month Kansas City officials and the developer of the planned single-terminal setup, Edgemoor, put a memorandum of understanding in place, but negotiations and planning continue. Today, we got an update on the potential timeline and project costs. Geoff Stricker, managing director, Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate Justin Meyer , deputy director of Marketing and Air Service

Segment 1: Newly-appointed secretary of troubled Kansas child welfare agency on transparency, missing foster kids, and reports of cover-ups and gag orders. With reports of children sleeping in department offices , ignored child abuse , and missing foster children hanging over the Kansas Department for Children and Families, newly-appointed Secretary Gina Meier-Hummel has some battles ahead of her. Today, we explored what steps the agency needs to take to ensure the safety and well-being of the

With March coming to a close, Up To Date 's Film Critics returned to get us caught up on the flicks showing around town. But first, we met the writer and director of " Into the Night: Portraits of Life and Death ," which chronicles how nine individuals, including a Prairie Village surgeon , reconcile themselves with their own mortality. Then, the critics review recent movies, including "Madame," "Oh Lucy!" "I Kill Giants," "Flower," "The Death of Stalin," "Thoroughbreds," "November," "The Party,

Segment 1: How has our relationship with social media has changed over time? In light of a report that data was harvested from 50 million unknowing Facebook users , many are rethinking their relationships with social media. Today, we explored the changing public perception of online social networks. Ethan Kross , professor of psychology, University of Michigan Segment 2 beginning at 21:37: New Kansas City, Missouri, fire chief shares his vision for the department. Last week, the Kansas City Fire