SUMMARY: Kathy Kaiser reviews two movies and a mini-series worth watching. “Thunderbolts,” a new Marvel film, is a must-see in theaters, with a strong anti-hero cast including Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan, and a plot involving Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Kaiser rated it 4.5/5 and advises watching “Black Widow” as a prequel. “Nonnas,” a Netflix film starring Vince Vaughn, centers on family, Italian cooking, and heartfelt moments, ideal for Mother’s Day, rated 3.5/5. Lastly, a Netflix mini-series based on a 1981 Alan Alda film offers modernized group dynamics and relationships, rated 3/5. All are recommended for a weekend watch.

ST. LOUIS – Movie critic, Kathy Kaiser pops in to share her most recent reviews on “Thunderbolts” and “Nonnas.”

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SUMMARY: Olympic hopeful Alysa Liu is preparing for the 2026 US Figure Skating Championships in St. Louis, January 7-11, with the Winter Olympics in Italy 274 days away. The 19-year-old world champion recently visited St. Louis and shared her emotional journey, including a two-year retirement and honoring members of the US skating community lost in a tragic plane crash. Despite the pressure, Liu remains laidback, prioritizing family and friends. Her relaxed attitude even showed when she forgot her passport at the World Championships but still went on to win the title. Liu embodies resilience and dedication as she prepares for the upcoming championships.

Figure skater Alysa Liu joins Rene Knott to reflect on the tragic plane crash that shook the skating world and to look ahead to the 2026 U.S. Championships. The championships will take place Jan. 7-11 at the Enterprise Center.

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SUMMARY: Three former Memphis officers—Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith—were acquitted of all state charges, including second-degree murder, in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. Nichols, a Black man, died after being beaten by officers following a traffic stop in January 2023, sparking nationwide protests. The jury, selected from outside Memphis, took 8.5 hours over two days to reach the verdict after a nine-day trial. While acquitted in state court, the officers face federal charges. Nichols’ family, represented by civil rights attorney Ben Crump, called the verdict a miscarriage of justice. The case has highlighted concerns over police violence and reform.

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