A new child tax credit could benefit hundreds of thousands of kids in Kansas according to a new report from one of the state’s Washington lawmakers, but taxpayers need to […]
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What Kansas lawmakers would do if they really wanted to improve elections
The conversation about how public policies affect the day-to-day lives of people throughout our state. Nadine Johnson is the executive director of the ACLU of Kansas. The shameful legislative override of […]
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NAACP EMPOWERS AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY WITH COVID-19 INFORMATION
With the country showing increasing signs of reopening each day, the tendency exists among some to forget the most devastating impacts of COVID-19. In many of our most vulnerable communities, […]
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Missouri has the Highest Black Homicide Victimization Rate in the Nation for the Fifth Year in a Row
More Than 85 Percent of Black Homicide Victims Killed With Guns, Study Finds Washington, DC — Guns are by far the most common weapon used to kill Black homicide victims […]
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Missouri Republicans Pass Bill to Counter Calls to ‘Defund the Police’
Missouri Republicans have pushed through a bill that would penalize cities that cut police budgets and bolster protections for officers under investigation for misconduct. The House took a final vote on Friday afternoon, sending […]
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Trump Supporter Charged With Voter Fraud and Murder
A Colorado man arrested this month for allegedly murdering his missing wife has also been accused of voting for former President Donald Trump in her name. Barry Morphew, 53, was charged with felony forgery […]
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Topeka Announces Juneteenth Schedule of Events
The following events in April and May are intended to lead up to the main events in June. Season Openers: Sign the petition to make Juneteenth a national holiday! […]
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MISSOURI MAN WHO SERVED 42 YEARS FOR TRIPLE MURDER IS ACTUALLY INNOCENT ACCORDING TO PROSECUTOR
– Kevin Strickland is 61 years old. He now uses a wheelchair. A new legal petition says the state robbed him of his youth, health and freedom. The Midwest Innocence […]
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YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A 0 MONTHLY CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC DISCOUNT ON YOUR HOME BROADBAND BILL STARTING NEXT WEEK
Broadband connectivity has been a must-have during the coronavirus pandemic. Now, the Federal Communications Commission has a program to help you pay your monthly internet bill – at least for […]
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JADEN SMITH OPENS A RESTURANT FOR HOMELESS PEOPLE
Jaden Smith is expanding his “I Love You” food truck initiative into a full-fledged restaurant. According to reports, the MSFTS founder’s new philanthropic project will continue to the goal of its predecessor […]