The Truth & Justice Podcast is listener driven show, devoted to the pursuit of truth and justice. Host, Bob Ruff, investigates potential wrongful conviction and cold cases using a unique crowdsourcing approach. Bob invites listeners to participate in the investigations, as he breaks down a new case in each season in real time. Truth & Justice season 15 follows and investigates the potential wrongful conviction of Jodi (Joseph) Hill, and the divide between the people of Benton Harbor Michigan ...
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Innocence Project Podcasts
Hosted by celebrated criminal justice reform advocate and founding board member of the Innocence Project Jason Flom, Pulitzer prize-winning podcast host and producer Maggie Freleng, and Emmy Award-winning writer, producer, and podcast host Lauren Bright Pacheco, Wrongful Conviction features intimate conversations with men and women who have spent years in prison for crimes they maintain they did not commit. Some have been fully exonerated and reunited with family and friends while others con ...
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This Line Isn’t Secure is an actual play Delta Green podcast blending high production value, immersive sound design, and slow-burning dread. Inspired by Archive 81 and Malevolent, it drags listeners into a world of conspiracies, cosmic horror, and paranoia. Nothing stays hidden forever.
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What if you or someone you loved were arrested, convicted and incarcerated for a crime --a crime for which you or that person was innocent? What if the lawyer you hired was incompetent and you were out of funds and out of options? What if years and decades had gone by and you or your loved one were still behind bars? Where would you find help? Wrongful conviction in the United States occurs more often than you might think. In 2022, the National Registry of Exonerations recorded 417 people wh ...
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Twenty-two-year-old Elma Sands is found murdered in a Manhattan well on January 2nd, 1800. Her lover, wealthy and well-connected Levi Weeks, is accused of the barbaric offense. Weeks brings in the nation’s best legal defense team – none other than Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr – to clear his name while a pandemic-stricken New York City buzzes with scandal. This six-episode true story unfolds over the unbelievable two-day trial that laid the sexist roots of today’s justice system. Through ...
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Attorneys Colin Miller and Rabia Chaudry investigate and report on wrongful conviction cases in an effort to exonerate innocent incarcerated defendants.
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Miami-based, bookish, eclectic; very nervous; interviews with writers; digressions. Shower thoughts and bar banter. Anxious. You should listen.
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The Innocence Project London (IPL) is a pro bono organisation where students work with lawyers and academics to deconstruct claims of innocence from convicted individuals who have exhausted the criminal appeals process, with the aim of submitting applications to the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) .
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In Season Two of her true crime series, The God Hook, journalist Carol Costello investigates the complex case of the Ohio Craigslist Killings—and in doing so, unearths the untold story of the crimes that preceded the murders—and the victims who’ve never received justice. Richard Beasley was convicted of murdering three men and attempting to kill a fourth in the fall of 2011, but before that heinous spree, authorities were building a human trafficking case against him. Now, working with the c ...
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We began with 15 photos, 15 questions and 15 memories; it ended with 15 true stories. Listen to discover 15 writers and the stories we'll never forget. The Memory Project is a narrative storytelling experiment from Zetz Publishing, an affiliate of Columbia Journalism School.
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At Project Purpose our overarching mandate is to renew and rebuild family, community and relationships. Our social media platforms, like YouTube and Spotify, provide us with a space to have discussions and debates that center around the institutions that have, and have had, a large impact on our sense of self, largely within the arenas of Mental Wellness, Mental Health, and Education. Join in and weigh in on the discussion, with knowledge we are better equipped to be the #GameChangers that t ...
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Courtroom Confidential is a podcast that takes you inside the courtroom here and abroad on compelling cases featuring exclusive interviews with the attorneys and litigants and showcasing riveting special series such as Inside Innocence with the California Innocence Project, The Right Stuff Series, and Until Court Do Us Part Series on the cautionary tales of divorce in the modern era. Hosted by lawyer Tara Shah and produced by Stiletto Mafia Productions and Cloudcast Media.
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The Innocence Project estimates that there are currently over 20,000 innocent people locked away in US prisons. These cases remain unsolved. Each week, Investigative Journalist Maggie Freleng tells the story of one of those people and takes a deep dive into the crime they were convicted of. Through her original interviews with the convicted, their lawyers, families, and friends, Freleng chronicles each inmate’s fight for exoneration and their hope that justice can still be served.
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A beloved couple brutally murdered in their home. Their daughter's boyfriend, Jens Soering, confessed to the crime and was sentenced to life in prison. But decades later, DNA evidence tells a different story. So who really killed Derek and Nancy Haysom and why?
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After a groundbreaking event changes the world, all clones— familiar and unknown— must face the consequences. Starring Emmy award-winning actress Tatiana Maslany, Realm presents the official continuation of the hit TV series Orphan Black. “The sequel fans deserve.” —Comicbook.com “Wildly fun, sexy sci-fi.” —Chicago Sun-Times Since their victory against Project Leda eight years ago, the original sestras—Sarah, Alison, Cosima, and those they love—have been free to live quiet, anonymous lives. ...
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Join me on 'Projects to Paris,' a podcast where I share raw and riveting stories from my life – everything from the gritty projects to the glamorous streets of Paris. Navigate gun deals gone wrong, sex escapades, run-ins with the Colombian military, and more in this unpredictable journey of this adventure I call life.
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Poetry has been defined as “words that want to break into song.” Musicians who make music seek to “say something”. Parlando will put spoken words (often, but not always, poetry) and music (different kinds, limited only by the abilities of the performing participants) together. The resulting performances will be short, 2 to 10 minutes in length. The podcast will present them un-adorned. How much variety can we find in this combination? Listen to a few episodes and see. At least at first, the ...
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From Embers is a show about anarchist and anti-authoritarian politics in so-called Canada. We are part of the Channel Zero Anarchist Podcast Network.
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A devastating double murder is discovered in Seminole County, Florida. Clemente Aguirre-Jarquin, a young, illegal immigrant, is quickly arrested and convicted of the crime in what appears to be a clear-cut case… but does the evidence support this, or could it have simply been a rush to judgment that led to an innocent man’s life on death row? Join us as we venture down this true crime story of murder, deceit, and injustice on the first season of Secrets, Lies & Alibis. Check out our website ...
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In 1991, seven black and five white jurors convicted Troy Davis of murder in the shooting death of Savannah police officer Mark MacPhail. Davis sat on Georgia’s deathrow for 20 years. Leading up to his execution, there were mass protests. Some of Davis’ supporters included Pope Benedict XVI, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, and former Republican Congressman Bob Barr of Georiga. Their efforts to stop the execution weren’t successful. On September 21, 2011, the state of Georgia executed Tro ...
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What Kansas City cares about. Up To Date brings people together for daily conversations about what’s happening in our region and how it affects our lives. Featuring interviews with artists, lawmakers, experts and everyday residents, plus original reporting from the KCUR newsroom, Up To Date keeps our city connected.
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Are we ready for the future of work? 1Huddle’s original podcast series tackles all things jobs, innovation, and future of work. Hear from CEOs, coaches, educators, elected officials, entrepreneurs, and startups as they share their experiences, perspective, and advice for today's workforce. Ready to get to work?
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Good art - especially independent art - doesn't just happen. Host Garret Godfrey explores some of the best ways we all can be more supportive of faith-based independent music, including interviews and the latest crowdfunding campaigns.
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Nationally recognized thought leader, April Dinwoodie, hosts a personal journey while exploring her adoption experience. We follow her as she examines her efforts to find love, identity, family, and connection. Each month April will candidly interview, discuss, and unravel, all matters surrounding adoption.
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A group of friends get together once a month thanks to the wonder of modern technology to discuss one topic. That topic can come in the form of either a question, a subject, a claim, or a statement. The thing is, only one of us knows what that topic is going to be. That person shall henceforth be known as the Dimbleby. (It's a long story.) The Dimbleby has two topics in their pocket. They tell us the first one and then the rest of us have the opportunity to veto it based on a majority vote. ...
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After losing her 21-year-old daughter, Emily, to fentanyl poisoning, veteran journalist Angela Kennecke made it her life’s mission to break the silence surrounding substance use disorder and the overdose crisis. Grieving Out Loud is a heartfelt and unflinching podcast where Angela shares stories of devastating loss, hard-earned hope, and the journey toward healing. Through powerful interviews with other grieving families, experts, advocates, and people in recovery, this podcast sheds light o ...
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Peer into the minds of the greatest creative geniuses in history. Join us as we explore the mystery of how creativity works, art history and how you can improve your own creative process. The labyrinth awaits. Creative Codex is one-part podcast and one-part imaginative lecture series, featuring thoroughly researched insights into the creative process mixed with captivating soundscapes and original music. Produced & Written by MJDorian
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Adoptees telling their own stories of life in adoption, their search for their birth family, and how their reunion attempt turned out. Stories that make you laugh, cry, or simply say "wow". This podcast has two purposes: 1) To help you explore your own feelings about your adoption, accept your desire understand your own personal history, and decide for yourself whether reunification with your biological relatives is right for you. It will help you understand how others have dealt with issues ...
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Innocent until proven guilty or no smoke without fire? Which one accurately describes your perception of the UK Criminal Justice system? What does; “beyond reasonable doubt” mean? Can you ever be sure? In this series, I talk to people who were victims of high profile miscarriage of justice cases including; Michael O'Brien (one of the Cardiff Newsagent Three), John Actie wrongly charged with the murder of Lynette White and remanded for nearly two years until his trial, victims of the Post Off ...
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Executive director Tricia Rojo Bushnell leaves the Midwest Innocence Project
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Tricia Rojo Bushnell spent the past 12 years bringing innocent incarcerated individuals home at the Midwest Innocence Project. Now, she's leaving to be the executive director at the Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice.By Steve Kraske, Georgia Kerrigan
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Jeff, from southern California, grew up with the knowledge of and separation anxiety about his adoption. In reunion, he found his birth mother who mirrored his looks, but who has pushed the boundaries of their relationship, and a birth father who is simply not his type of guy. Jeff is the inspirational photographer behind the adoptee focused inno…
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Sean from, Fishers, Indiana, grew up the only person of color in his entire rural town. Yet his ethnicity was hidden from him by his adoptive mother. In Reunion, Sean finally met his birth mother, but realized he needed to establish a special boundary with her to protect his adopted children. Lacking mirroring all his life, Sean finally heard one …
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss an update in the WM3 case, answer listener questions about Sandy and Jesse's case, and talk about the Undisclosed episode and the new theory in Adnan's case about Alonzo Sellers. Today’s Sponsors: ROYO - go to eatroyo.com and use promo code TRUTH for 20% off. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from li…
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5 Questions: Kevin Yoder, former Republican congressman from Kansas' 3rd District
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Kevin Yoder once represented Kansans from Wyandotte County south to Edgerton, Spring Hill and Louisburg. He joined KCUR's Up To Date for our series "5 Questions."By Steve Kraske, Elizabeth Ruiz
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Missouri congressman says Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' plays 'deadly game' with people's health
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As Republicans in the U.S. Senate work to pass President Donald Trump's budget bill, Democratic U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, from Missouri's 5th District, views its contents as dangerous for the health of Americans.By Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
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LGBTQ+ couples in Kansas City share their love stories, 10 years after winning marriage equality
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Today marks 10 years since the U.S. Supreme Court legalized gay marriage nationwide in the Obergefell v. Hodges decision. KCUR spoke to Kansas City couples about their love stories — and what the anniversary means to them.By Halle Jackson
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'American Ninja Warrior' hopeful from Kansas wants to prove no one is too old to be a ninja
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Greg Justice, a 64-year-old Prairie Village resident, recently competed on this season of NBC's obstacle course reality show "American Ninja Warrior."By Steve Kraske, Halle Jackson
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After 25 Years Behind Bars, Dario Pena Is Living A Full Life [Part 1]
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Dario Pena knows how to play an incarcerated man in the movie "Sing Sing" (on HBO MAX) because he did 17 years at Sing Sing Correctional Facility. He was paroled 5 years ago, having earned both a B.S. from Mercy University and a Masters Degree in Professional Studies from New York Theological Seminary. He is employed at Columbia University as a rec…
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On September 15, 1988, there was an argument inside of Philadelphia, PA row house. As one party tried to leave, Everton Meade Johnson followed while making threats and was fatally shot. The victim's brother only knew one man at the row house, Trevor Mattis. But Trevor maintained that he was just a bystander and another eyewitness corroborated Trevo…
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Grammy-winning rock 'n' roll group Chicago is coming to Kansas City
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Generations of rock 'n' roll fans have enjoyed the award-winning music of Chicago. In the band's 58th consecutive year of touring, they'll perform at Kansas City's Starlight Theatre.By Steve Kraske, Elizabeth Ruiz, Claudia Brancart
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Faces We Can't Forget: The INTO LIGHT Project
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Imagine walking into a room lined with hand-drawn graphite portraits—each one capturing the face of someone lost to fentanyl poisoning or a drug overdose. It’s a powerful experience, one that says more than statistics ever could. That’s the vision behind the INTO LIGHT Project, a nationwide nonprofit turning personal tragedy into public awareness t…
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Missouri Rep. Alford stands by Trump's decision to attack Iran: 'A surgical strike'
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As the ceasefire between Iran and Israel went into effect, U.S. Rep. Mark Alford, a Republican from Missouri, told KCUR that he backs President Trump's decision to bomb Iranian nuclear facilities. Alford's district includes Whiteman Air Force Base, where the bombers were launched.By Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
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A sonnet from a series I've been writing about Alzheimer's disease, recorded as the LYL Band has traditionally done this kind of spoken word performance: live in the studio with the band's two poets improvising on their instruments as the poem is performed. This kicks off your summer series where the Parlando Project will be doing things somewhat d…
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In this series finale, special prosecutors Emily and Paul reflect on the murder trial, and its lasting personal impact on them. Brogan Rafferty turns down a plea deal. Richard Beasley takes the stand, blaming everyone but himself for the murders. Watch the video trailer here! EPISODE CREDITS Host - Carol Costello Co-Host - Emily Pelphrey Producer…
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#137: Dr. Jerry Lynch — Author of “Lead With Love,” Founder and Director of Way of Champions, Former Naval Officer, Sports Psychologist, Philosopher
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We’re back! And who better to join us for our return, than one of the biggest stars on Bring It In: Dr. Jerry Lynch! A former Officer in the U.S. Navy and Nike sponsored competitive runner, Dr. Jerry Lynch is a Founder of Way of Champions, a performance consultancy that combines elite sports psychology, with international philosophy concepts, to ge…
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A Lenexa group was giving medical aid in the Middle East when the Israel-Iran war started
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Roxanne Jones is a nurse with Global Care Force, an organization based in Lenexa that provides medical aid around the world. She returned Saturday to the United States from Jordan, a country located in between Israel and Iran, and witnessed missiles fly between the two nations.By Steve Kraske, Halle Jackson
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The State v. Adnan Syed 2.0 - Episode 2 - New Eyes
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June 23, 2025 - New possibilities emerge about Alonzo Sellers involvement with the case after new eyes examine the murder of Hae Min Lee. Episode scoring music by Epidemic Sound. Theme music by Animal Weapon. Leave us a voice message at www.speakpipe.com/undisclosed Subscribe to our NEW YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/undisclosedpod Follow us on…
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Bob is joined by a team of lawyers from the Innocence Project of Texas. Mike Ware, Allison Clayton, Kaitlin Gilbert, and Danica Obregon take time out of their day of celebration as Mike is being inducted into the Texas Criminal Defense Attorney Hall of Fame to share some amazing updates about Sandy Melgar's case, Jesse Eldridge's case, and a great …
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Food recs: Kansas City’s best fried chicken, wings and more
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Chicken can sometimes get a bad rap but, fried, pan-seared, or smoked, it’s a versatile meat that sops up flavor like a sponge. Here’s where to find the tastiest broilers, fryers, and roasters in the metro, including crispy Korean fried chicken and succulent wings.By Brian Ellison, Claudia Brancart
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Truth, Timing & the Ties That Bind: La Tika Jeffery’s Journey to Her Father of Origin
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In this deeply moving June episode of Born in June, Raised in April: What Adoption Can Teach the World, host April Dinwoodie welcomes back La Tika Jeffrey—youth advocate, mother, and lived expert in foster care and adoption—for a raw and inspiring conversation about the power of uncovering truth and forging new family connections. Since her last vi…
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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Bobs student's finding on the Janette Roberson case, their process, and a new development in Adnan's case. Today’s Sponsors: 1st Phorm – Get free shipping on all orders over $75, and new customers get the 1st Phorm app for free for 30 days with purchase. You’ll receive an email with the app offer after your purchase. Get…
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Intermezzo | This Line Isn't Secure S1 E11 | Delta Green: Impossible Landscapes Actual Play
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New episodes premiere every other Thursday at 6 PM EST. All Links and Social Media: https://linktr.ee/nullproj Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenullproject ---------- #DeltaGreen #ActualPlay #TTRPG #CosmicHorror #Lovecraftian #HorrorPodcast #TabletopRPG #RPGPodcast #Unnatural #NullProject #HorrorCommunity #RoleplayingGames #Tableto…
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Advocating for Change: Ellie Williams and the Criminalization of Survivors [Part 2]
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Ellie Williams is an attorney who represents survivors of domestic violence whose convictions are connected to their abuse and women with wrongful conviction claims. She is a seasoned speaker and trainer using her skills to train professionals and community members across the U.S. on domestic violence. She graduated cum laude from both Furman Unive…
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Kansas City Zoo just welcomed baby tamarins — some of their latest conservation successes
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Cotton-top tamarins are a critically endangered species. Wyoming toads were once listed as extinct. Recent births of both animals at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium are a show of some progress in their wildlife conservation efforts.By Steve Kraske, Georgia Kerrigan
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On the morning of August 20, 2012, police and firefighters were called to a house fire in Detroit, MI. Bobby Cross and Darryl Simms died in the fire. Bobby’s long-term partner’s son, Duane Williams, was staying over the house that week, but he was not harmed in the fire. Rather, he was accused and ultimately charged with arson and felony murder. Af…
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We invited Missouri Rep. Mark Alford to a Q&A with his constituents. Here's what he said
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KCUR hosted a town hall in Belton, Missouri, with Republican U.S. Rep. Mark Alford of the 4th Congressional District. He answered questions from constituents about what's happening in Washington — including the Trump administration's immigration policies and tariffs, recent protests, and violence against lawmakers.…
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Forever 15, A Young Life Stolen By Fentanyl
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When parents find out their child is facing a serious challenge, most will do whatever it takes to help. That was certainly true for Janel Rodriguez after she learned her teenage son was battling a marijuana addiction. But despite her efforts, Janel's world was shattered in a way she never saw coming. Just weeks into his sophomore year, her son Noa…
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