WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Monday signed into law his $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill during a ceremony at the White House packed with some 800 supporters, heralding what he […]
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City, ASTEAM Village Launch Program to Improve Digital Equity in Urban Areas
When the pandemic first forced schools to shut down and begin virtual learning, everyone realized just how important Internet access is to navigating through society. Research from LEANLAB Education found […]
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US Racial Gap in Homeownership is Wider Now than During Segregation
The gap between Black and white homeownership is higher today than when segregation was legal, according to a report from the National Association of Real Estate Brokers. The homeownership rate […]
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Sisters Launch All-Natural Health and Skin Care Product Line
One local startup that’s setting itself apart from other wellness brands is OwnU’ Style LLC. Founded by two Hutchinson-born sisters Brittany and Jessica Gray, Own U’ demystifies everything from Black […]
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KC Daiquiri Shop’s Overland Park “Bistreaux” Location Offers Extensive Creole Menu
The KC Daiquiri Shop at 1116 Grand Blvd. has gained a great following in Kansas City since its 2018 opening. With more than 10 flavors of daiquiris, food and hookah, […]
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Help us Support Black Businesses This Holiday Season
WHAT WILL YOU BUY FROM BLACK BUSINESSES THIS HOLIDAY? Help us build a list. Share where and what you’ll buy from Black businesses. We’ll compile information and build a shopping […]
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Arbery Trial: Police Testimony Dominate Week 1
BRUNSWICK, Ga. (AP) — Jurors in the trial of three white men charged in Ahmaud Arbery’s killing saw graphic photos of the shotgun wounds that killed him. They heard a […]
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COVID Vaccines for Kids Ages 5 to 11 Now Available in KCK
COVID vaccines for children ages 5-11 are available at the Unified Government Public Health Department’s (UGPHD’s) vaccination site at the former Kmart building (78th and State in KCK). These vaccines […]
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Why US Inflation is So High, and When it May Ease
Inflation is starting to look like that unexpected — and unwanted — houseguest who just won’t leave. For months, many economists had sounded a reassuring message that a spike in […]
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Alexander/Madison Chapter of the Buffalo Soldiers Salute Veterans
Members of the Alexander/Madison Chapter of the Buffalo Soldiers welcomed veterans and community members to the Bruce R. Watkins Heritage Cultural Center where the chapter celebrated Veterans Day yesterday. “I’m […]