With Wichita temperature running way above normal, the City of Wichita made a move to help us cool off and enjoy the earlier than usual warm weather. Today, they opened […]
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Kanbe’s Working to End Food Deserts Through Innovative Partnerships with Local Corner Stores
People are constantly walking in and out of the In-N-Out on Walrond Ave. and E. 51st St. and one of the first things that catches your eye inside is the […]
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KS Board of Education Focuses on Zero-tolerance Policies, Alternative Education in Equity Board
The State Board of Education is focusing on recommendations from a state commission report on racial equity issues, particularly ways to update or address zero-tolerance policies in Kansas schools. The […]
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Kansas Governor Signs Law Legalizing Sports Betting
After years of waiting, Kansans will soon be able to legally wager on sporting events under a new law signed Thursday by Gov. Laura Kelly. Senate Bill 84 allows for the […]
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Bill Requiring Missouri Schools to Cut Down Lead in Drinking Water Heading to Governor
Legislation on its way to Gov. Mike Parson’s desk could drastically cut down on the amount of lead allowed in school drinking water in an effort to protect children from […]
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What’s Behind the Baby Formula Shortage?
WASHINGTON (AP) — Many parents are hunting for infant formula because of a combination of short- and long-term problems that has hit most of the biggest U.S. brands. Millions of babies in […]
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Voter ID Bill Clears Missouri Legislature Despite Fierce Criticism From Black Democrats
Missouri voters will be required to present a government-issued photo ID to cast a ballot under a wide-ranging elections bill headed to Gov. Mike Parson’s desk. The bill includes several other provisions […]
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City Union Employees Set to Receive Raise in New Contract
Local 500 city employees including front-line city workers who resurface roads, maintain water treatment plants, collect the city’s waste, and deliver other essential services will soon receive a raise of […]
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Two Black Female Officers Sue KCPD for Discrimination
Two Black female officers with the Kansas City Police Department are suing the KC Board of Police Commissioners (BOPC) citing discrimination and a hostile work environment. Officers Rashawnda Williams and […]
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GOP Eyes Bill Forcing Kansas City to Put More Money Toward Police as Session Nears End
After the Democratic mayors of Kansas City and St. Louis last year moved to shift police funds towards community outreach and crime prevention initiatives, Republican lawmakers in Jefferson City vowed a […]