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What do you wonder about Kansas City, the region or its people that you would like us to investigate?

This double display case at the Country Club Plaza branch of the Kansas City Public Library holds books provided to the library by an interfaith group called Cultural Crossroads.

‘Canceled, Censored, Banned’ Sparks Questions About Government, Books and Public Libraries

Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s proposed rule addressing material at public libraries has sparked questions about book restrictions. Here are answers.

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Tony Quiroga is a Kansas City veteran and former ice plant worker. His family's story is one of a handful about a small Mexican community nestled between the 42nd Street bridge and main rail line. (Ji Stribling | Flatland)

curiousKC | How Mexican Communities Kept KC Boxcars Cold

This is the story of “La Hielera” aka “The Ice Plant,” the tiny Mexican community nestled behind the 42nd Street Bridge and Santa Fe Railroad main line.

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Viles of the new COVID-19 booster shot.

curiousKC | Here’s How to Stay Healthy These Days, Say KC Health Leaders

Here’s what local health care experts and public health researchers want you to know about COVID-19 right now.

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A group stands outside of the music academy building sometime in the 1950s. (Photo credit: Charlie Parker Memorial Foundation)

curiousKC | Where is the Charlie Parker Memorial Foundation’s Music School now?

The Charlie Parker Memorial Foundation school of music was lauded in the ’70s for getting kids “off the streets,” and “into the arts.” Local jazz artist asked: “What happened to it?”

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curious KC | What Questions Do You Have About Ballot Initiatives in Missouri? 

This month on Flatland, we’re examining ballot initiatives. We’ll talk to successful campaigns and failed campaigns to see what works, what doesn’t and why it’s important to many Missourians.

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Archival image shows cliff drive.

curiousKC | What Was Kansas City’s First City Park?

The story of George Kessler and the first city park in Kansas City.

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Marijuana plants

curiousKC | Have a Question About Legalizing Marijuana? Let Us Know.

What questions do you have about legalizing recreational marijuana in Missouri? Flatland’s curiousKC team will find the answers.

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A navy blue background with an orange outline of the state of Kansas with a ballot box inside. On Aug. 2, Kansans will vote on a constitutional amendment that would uphold or remove abortion protections.

curiousKC | A Guide to What You’ll See in the Aug. 2 Kansas Primary About Abortion

On Aug. 2, Kansans will vote on a constitutional amendment that would uphold or remove abortion protections. Here’s what you need to know.

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An advertisement of the KCMO-TV Tower from the '60s. (eBay)

curiousKC | A Quick History Lesson on the TV Tower Near 31st and Main Street

Here’s your brief history lesson on the red steel tower at 31st Street and Main Street.

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19-year-old Topekan Chole Easley, left, hugs her friends during a rally at the Statehouse Friday, June 24, 2022 in Topeka, Kansas.

curiousKC | Send Your Questions on Reproductive Rights and Abortion

Flatland is turning to audience members for their questions to help shape its July 21 episode airing on Kansas City PBS. 

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