The Supreme Court ruled Thursday, July 9, that a large chunk of eastern Oklahoma remains an American Indian reservation, a decision that state and federal officials have warned could throw […]
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Book Explores Life of Black Business Trailblazer with Topeka and KC Roots
Anthony Overton may have been the “Prince of Chicago” but he got his business start in Kansas City. Join author Dr. Robert E. Weems Jr. for a new-book Q&A online […]
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Renovations Underway on Historic Missionary Baptist Camp
In 1937, Camp Ascension was formed to meet a need by the Missionary Baptist State Convention of Kansas. Leaders felt that inner-city youth needed a space to unwind from busy […]
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TKAAM’s New Exhibit Highlights Kansas’ Women Artists of Color
When The Kansas African American Museum reopened June 2, they knew it was important to open with an exhibit that would draw the public back beyond virtual programming. “Shades of […]
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KC Friends of Alvin Ailey Adapting Their Programs to the Pandemic
In a time when Black Americans are facing two separate pandemics: a virus and one of systemic racism and oppression, art and dance are healthy ways to begin to heal […]
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KC Hospitals Partner to Provide Masks to Churches
After Eric Williams, pastor at Calvary Temple Church in Kansas City, and other local faith leaders expressed the need for masks for their congregations, local hospitals quickly made it possible. […]
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What Police Reforms Will Wichita Address After Community Input?
After getting input from community members in June about local police policies and reforms, the City of Wichita has released a report that reviews and responds to many (though not […]
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Wichita News Briefs: Free Masks, New DL Office, NAACP Youth Leadership, StoryCorps, Vouchers vs Fix-it Tickets
FREE MASKS AT WPD STATIONS Free KN95 masks are available at Wichita Police Dept. sub-stations while supplies last, thanks to a partnership with Air Capital Distribution and City of Wichita […]
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City of Wichita Names Pool after Local Architect Charles McAfee
During a surprise announcement, the Wichita City Council honored and recognized Wichita native and nationally recognized architect Charles McAfee by naming the soon-to-be-completed new pool in McAdams Park as the […]
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Beta Omega Chapter of AKA Urges Community Action on Police Reform
Members of the Beta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority are encouraging real action on police reform. More than just marching and posting social media, they’re asking community members […]