We ask David Cook about touring, recording and coming home

A year ago this month David Cook decided to ride shotgun with his younger brother, Andrew, on a rainy, early morning trip to Omaha, where Andrew was going to audition for Season 7 of “American Idol.” Someone with the show persuaded David to try out, too. He did. And … we know what happened. This weekend Cook, a Blue Springs native and this year’s “Idol” champ, returns to his hometown for two shows in the American... [read full story]