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How hot is too hot? New weather forecasting tool can help figure that out
Released on Earth Day, the federal government's new "HeatRisk" tool can help people assess when heat goes from uncomfortable to dangerous.
U.K. Parliament approves a plan to deport asylum-seekers to Rwanda
The British government has pushed the plan as a way to deter asylum-seekers from taking boats to Britain. But the U.N. human rights office has warned aviation authorities not to take part.
TikTok ban expected to become law, but it's not so simple. What's next?
The Senate is poised to pass the bill the House advanced over the weekend. President Biden is set to sign it. From there, TikTok says the battle will move to the courts.
Massive thick seaweed patches are again drifting toward South Florida beaches
Another huge patch of seaweed from the Sargasso Sea is floating towards Caribbean and South Florida beaches. Scientists are trying to predict where and when it will reach the shore.
Clothing store Express, a mall favorite, has filed for bankruptcy
Express, which dressed generations of mall shoppers in slacks and blouses, now owns Bonobos and UpWest. It's closing dozens of stores but also plans to get sold to a consortium to survive.
California proposes law to allow Arizona doctors to perform abortions as ban proceeds
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says his administration is working on emergency legislation. Earlier this month, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that a near-total abortion ban could take effect.
How the Founding Fathers' concept of 'Minority Rule' is alive and well today
Journalist Ari Berman says the founding fathers created a system that concentrated power in the hands of an elite minority — and that their decisions continue to impact American democracy today.
First day of Trump's hush money trial kicks off with opening statements and a witness
The prosecution is arguing that Donald Trump wanted to keep information out of the public fearing that it would turn off voters in 2016. The defense argues Trump did nothing illegal.
With close calls mounting, the FAA will require more rest for air traffic controllers
Federal regulators are increasing the amount of required rest between shifts for air traffic controllers. The changes come as two recent close calls on runways add to concerns about aviation safety.
Columbia University shifts classes to remote-only after a wave of protests on campus
Yale University, Emerson College and New York University are among the few schools where students are staging encampments calling for divestment from Israel.
Pillen Vows To Call Special Session To Focus On Property Taxes
Pillen Vows To Call Special Session To Focus On Property Taxes
Taylor Swift and 'Tortured Poets' smash the Spotify album streaming record
On Friday — the day Swift released her 11th album, The Tortured Poets Department — she smashed the all-time Spotify record for most album streams in a single day, with more than 300 million.
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EPA Allows High-Ethanol Blend Of Gasoline Again This Summer
EPA Allows High-Ethanol Blend Of Gasoline Again This Summer
UP Chastised For Misusing Temporary Limit System
UP Chastised For Misusing Temporary Limit System
Record-Breaking Scam Befalls Elderly Couple
Record-Breaking Scam Befalls Elderly Couple
Caitlin Clark and Fever frenzy hit the WNBA, boosting ticket prices and jersey sales
Demand is skyrocketing to see Caitlin Clark play with the Indiana Fever. Ahead of her WNBA debut, ticket sales are soaring and some teams are relocating their games to larger venues.
Israel 'spoofs' GPS to deter attacks, but it also throws off planes, ships and apps
GPS "spoofing" sends false location signals to satellites to deter rockets and missiles. It also increases risks for planes, ships and technology that rely on the system.
Looking for new ways to appreciate nature? 2 new birding books may help
Novelist Amy Tan's The Backyard Bird Chronicles centers on an array of birds that visit her yard, as Trish O'Kane's Birding to Change the World recalls lessons from birds that galvanized her teaching.
Oncologists' meetings with drug reps don't help cancer patients live longer
Drug company reps commonly visit doctors to talk about new medications. A team of economists wanted to know if that helps patients live longer. They found that for cancer patients, the answer is no.
Library Construction Update
We hear an update on the progress on the new Central Library, as well as a land purchase for a new southwest library branch. We also get a book talk from Angela Fernandez on Pathogenesis by Jonathan Kennedy.
Freedom Monument Park tells honest story of enslaved people
The new Freedom Monument Sculpture Park in Montgomery, Alabama, is designed to get visitors closer to the experiences of enslaved people in America.
How two good friends became sworn siblings — with the revival of an ancient ritual
Thousands of years ago, there was a ceremony to bind close friends together as sworn siblings. Could the practice be resurrected today to strengthen modern friendships? Two women did just that.
TikTok faces its biggest threat yet; Earth Day tips for sustainable living
The House passed a bill that would ban TikTok unless the China-based ByteDance sells it. These small changes will help you live more sustainably.
Why haven't Kansas and Alabama — among other holdouts — expanded access to Medicaid?
Only 10 states have not joined the federal program that expands Medicaid to people who are still in the "coverage gap" for health care
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Live & Local
Daily interviews with people involved in local charities, arts organizations, government, medical groups, educational institutions, and more. Airs weekdays at 7:44 a.m. and 3:44 p.m. hosted by Mike Hogan.
Riverside Chats
Riverside Chats is a series of conversations exploring Midwest culture, from art to politics and everything in between. Each Monday at noon, hear an in-depth conversation hosted by Tom Knoblauch, Maria Corpuz, or Michael Griffin with the people making our culture interesting, important, and vibrant. From politicians and businesspeople to filmmakers and artists, Riverside Chats is dedicated to highlighting the fascinating figures right here in the Heartland. Listen on KIOS 91.5 Omaha or on your favorite podcast app.For bookings, contact Courtney Bierman at courtney.bierman@ops.org.
Off the Shelf
Off the Shelf is a weekly update on the news and events taking place at the Omaha Public Library. Locally produced at KIOS by David Koesters, it can be heard Mondays at 8:44am during Morning Edition, and again at 4:44pm on All Things Considered.
Lives with Stuart Chittenden
Lives, hosted by Omaha-based Squishtalks founder Stuart Chittenden is a conversation-based show focused on how to live well physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually across fields and disciplines. Lives tackles the big and noble questions of the human experience in a way that’s both practical and profound. Lives airs on Sunday mornings at 9.
The Omaha Sound
The Omaha Sound - Saturday nights at 9pm on 91-5 KIOS Omaha Public Radio.Host Ariann Anderson brings you two hours of the best in Americana, indie rock, folk, alt country, and more. She also engages in conversations with the people who contribute to the Omaha music community.
The Atomic Hour
The Atomic Hour is America's Museum of Midcentury Music.Featuring weekly wanderings throughout the groovy gamut of pop and rock from the 1950s and 1960s, not to mention Midcentury Leftovers from the 1970s, Rock 'N Roll Revivalists of the 1980s-1990s and Brand New Oldies from the 21st Century. Presented by the mysterious Mister 1960, the Midcentury Millennial, and produced at the studios of 91.5 KIOS FM Omaha.
Ambiology
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KIOS Profiles
KIOS Profiles’ goal is to highlight and learn more about the interesting places, history, and people that make this area what it is. Produced locally at KIOS by David Koesters, it airs weekly on Wednesdays during Morning Edition at 8:44am, and again in the afternoon at 4:44pm during All Things Considered.
Faturday Omaha
Faturday Omaha takes you to the delicious places to eat all around Omaha and elsewhere. Hosts Dave Zorko, Sam Rocha, and TJ dig into a smorgasbord of conversations with the people in the restaurant industry who make tasty creations happen, all with friendship and a sense of humor.Dave "The Optimist and Extrovert" Zorko is an Omaha native who's enjoyed food from Omaha and beyond for a long time. He's always on the lookout for new places to try...and to feature on Faturday Omaha! Dave's been known to mention his dislike of mayo and sour cream (although good aiolis and quality mayos may be granted a pass).Sam "Burger Specialist and Realist" Rocha is the Destroyer of Burgers...at least any in his path. Sam and Dave have been, in his words, "putting the hurt on food together for a long time, way back to 'Burrito Day.'" He's been known to tell it like it is, and is thankful that his voice sounds different than Dave's or TJ's.TJ "Dissertation Scientist" is the best cook in the crew, has the largest vocabulary, and possesses the quantity of research to match. He may sound a lot like Dave, but he isn't. TJ likes to break things down, and while his palate lines up with Dave's quite often, TJ likes his dishes with some spice.So join the Faturday Omaha crew every Saturday at 2 p.m. and tune in if you're hungry!
Need something to watch? Check out these ideas from Joshua Labure's reviews for KIOS at the Movies
KIOS at the Movies
Filmmaker & KIOS producer, Joshua LaBure, discusses cinema with a rotating cast of filmmakers, cinephiles and critics. Every Friday! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.
“Yintah”
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure discusses the new canadian documentary “Yintah”, with the filmmakers and participants of the film. The documentary just premiered at the 2024 True / False Film Fest.
2024 Benson Film Fest with Michael Hennings
2024 Benson Film Fest with Michael Hennings
2024 True/False Film Fest: THERE WAS, THERE WAS NOT
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure discusses "There Was, There Was Not" with director Emily Mkrtichian.
(Rebroadcast) The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar / The Swan / No One Will Save You
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure, highlights the new Netflix short films by Wes Anderson based on the works of Roald Dahl, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and The Swan, as well as a new sci-fi thriller from HULU, No One Will Save You.
A conversation with Justin LaLiberty of Cinématographe.
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure, discusses boutique home video labels, the state of physical media in the age of streaming and the films “Little Darlings” and “Red Rock West” with, Justin LaLiberty of Cinématographe.
"Perfect Days" & "Demon Mineral"
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure highlights the new documentary "Demon Mineral," which just premiered at Slamdance, and the new film by legendary filmmaker Wim Wenders, "Perfect Days."
The Instrument in Six Movements
Today on KIOS at the Movies, guest host Tom Knoblauch, of “Riverside Chats” and “The Entertainment,” sits down with Joshua LaBure to discuss his latest film, “The Instrument in Six Movements,” set to premiere at Benson Theatre on February 23rd.
Red Rock West & Little Darlings from Cinématographe
Red Rock West & Little Darlings from Cinématographe.
“Chaperone” & “Poor Things”
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure, reviews the new indie drama “Chaperone” & the Oscar nominated film “Poor Things.”
Live & Local
Daily interviews with people involved in local charities, arts organizations, government, medical groups, educational institutions, and more. Airs weekdays at 7:44 a.m. and 3:44 p.m. hosted by Mike Hogan.
The City of Omaha has a Human Rights & Relations Department and Cailin Daly Dejillas is the Director, Meet Her on KIOS-FM
Interview with the Director of the City of Omaha's Human Rights & Relations Department Cailin Daly-Dejillas
Omaha Community Playhouse Opens “Chicken & Biscuits” and Director Tomica Jenkins Chats on “Live & Local”
Interview with Omaha Community Playhouse Guest Director Tomica Jenkins
Comedian Tom Papa is at Steelhouse Omaha on April 27th and His Full-Length Interview is Right Here on KIOS-FM Today
The Full-Length Interview with Comedian Tom Papa
Radio Talking Book Service celebrates 50 Years with its 8th Annual “Wining in the Dark” on April 21st, Bekah Jerde Explains
Interview with Radio Talking Book Service Executive Director Bekah Jerde
20th Annual artVenture Teams Girls With Pro Artists to Create Art, Fun, and Funds for Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska
Interview with Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska Fund Development Coordinator Jaimee Trobough
Tonight: “The Magic of Murals” at Film Streams’ Ruth Sokolof Theater, Director of Marketing Marie Schuett Discusses
Interview with the Director of Marketing at Film Streams Marie Schuett
“9 to 5 The Musical” Opens at Bellevue Little Theatre Bringing, Humor, Songs, and Women-Friendly Changes to the Office
Interview with Bellevue Little Theater Director Joey Hartshorn
Rosey Higgs, From Nonprofit Association of the Midlands, Discusses the 7th Annual Central Nebraska Nonprofit Conference
Interview with Nonprofit Association of the Midlands Director of Programs Rosey Higgs
Vesper Concerts Celebrates 35 Years of Free, World Class Music Including “The Queen’s Six” on Tuesday, 04/09/24
Interview with Vesper Concerts Executive Director Kristi Treu
Opera Omaha’s Next Offering is an Epic Celebration of the Life of Frida Kahlo, Lauren Medici Explains
Interview with Opera Omaha's Director of Engagement Programs Lauren Medici
How Better to Celebrate the One Year Anniversary of The Samuel Bak Museum Than With…Samuel Bak! Hillary Nather-Detisch Explains
Interview with the Executive Director of the Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center, Hillary Nather-Detisch
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