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Congressional Democrats raise alarm over Trump's comments on Iran
Dozens of congressional Democrats raised alarm Tuesday over President Trump's rhetoric about Iran. Most Republican lawmakers have been silent.
Eric McDaniel | Apr 7, 2026, 9:01 PM UTC

ICE acknowledges it is using powerful spyware
In a letter sent last week, ICE's top official indicated to members of Congress that the agency is using a spyware tool to intercept encrypted messages of fentanyl traffickers.
Jude Joffe-Block | Apr 7, 2026, 9:01 PM UTC

U.K. issues Ye travel ban over antisemitism, leading to festival cancellation
The rapper previously known as Kanye West, scheduled to perform this summer in London, was denied entry into the U.K. on the grounds that his presence "would not be conducive to the public good."
Isabella Gomez Sarmiento | Apr 7, 2026, 7:25 PM UTC

Now cancer-free, 'Roastmaster' comic Jeff Ross still finds humor in loss
Known for his ruthless celebrity roasts, Ross turns inward in his Netflix special, Take a Banana for the Ride, which details the loss of his parents and grandfather.
Terry Gross | Apr 7, 2026, 5:13 PM UTC

Astronauts suggest naming a moon crater 'Carroll' after their commander's late wife
The Artemis II crew, led by Reid Wiseman, was the first to lay eyes on several craters on the far side of the moon. The astronauts want to name one of them after Carroll Wiseman, who died of cancer in 2020.
Rachel Treisman | Apr 7, 2026, 5:09 PM UTC

4/7 KVCR Midday News: Two Baby Eaglets Hatch Over Easter Weekend, & More
Stories highlighted for April 7, 2026.
Shareen Awad | Apr 7, 2026, 4:37 PM UTC

Drive slower, go electric, don't drive at all? Americans weigh options for saving gas
With gasoline prices averaging above $4 a gallon nationally, drivers are grappling with a sharp rise in fuel costs. Here are some ideas to consider if you're trying to cut your fuel costs.
Camila Domonoske, Stephan Bisaha | Apr 7, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC

Australia charges ex‑soldier with 5 war‑crime murders in Afghanistan
Roberts-Smith is only the second Australian veteran of the Afghanistan campaign to be charged with a war crime.
The Associated Press | Apr 7, 2026, 12:46 PM UTC

U.S. and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire, suspending Trump's threat to annihilate Iran
After Iran ceded to President Trump's demand to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Trump backed down from his threat of wide-scale destruction of Iran's civilian and military infrastructure.
NPR Staff | Apr 7, 2026, 10:40 AM UTC

KVC-Arts 4/5 26 - Lukather & Gilmour via Ritenour, RCC Concerts and More
David Fleming speaks with Lee Ritenour... about his time with Steve Lukather... about a tune many associate with Jeff Beck... which originally came from Stevie Wonder. Also, a quick story about helping David Gilmour of all people out of a musical jam - he was stuck on where to go with the solo on one of Pink Floyd's MOST well-known tunes! Also - addressing the Ritenour release, Six-String Theory... which involves Lukather yet again!
Also, Peter Curtis joins us once again to talk about SEVERAL outstanding concerts coming up through the RCC Department of Music guitar program... Triada Guitar Trio, jazz guitarist Mimi Fox, and several RCC ensembles. More at rccguitar.com, and more still at rcccoilschoolforthearts.com
SO much in the world of guitar once again on the next KVC-Arts!
Also, Peter Curtis joins us once again to talk about SEVERAL outstanding concerts coming up through the RCC Department of Music guitar program... Triada Guitar Trio, jazz guitarist Mimi Fox, and several RCC ensembles. More at rccguitar.com, and more still at rcccoilschoolforthearts.com
SO much in the world of guitar once again on the next KVC-Arts!
David Fleming | Apr 7, 2026, 7:02 AM UTC



