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Happy Friday! Catch up on the biggest stories of the week with our Friday Top 5. Let’s dive into the headlines.
This Week’s Top Stories:
- Wichita’s Juneteenth parade was the largest thus far
- The Wiz is coming to Kansas City with Topeka native, Kyla Jade
- Trump is causing America’s global image to decline
- How to recognize early signs of a heart attack
- Major changes proposed to Section 8 could affect millions
💡 Black Trivia Question: Who was the first Black woman to star in her own TV series?
A. Diahann Carroll B. Ethel Waters C. Lena Horne D. Gordon Parks *See answer after “In Other News”*
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WICHITA NEWS
1. Wichita Juneteenth Parade 2025 the Longest Ever
The 2025 Juneteenth Parade in Wichita was a symbol of community-wide support. From churches, to politicians, and community organizations, the community showed wide-spread support for the parade.
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We’ve curated a new online calendar for you to stay informed on events happening in your area! Check it out today and see what’s going on this weekend. Start your Juneteenth celebrations! Tap the image above to access the calendar.
KANSAS CITY NEWS
2. ‘The Wiz’ Preview: Q&A with Kyla Jade
When “The Wiz” follows the yellow-brick road to Kansas City’s Music Hall July 8-13, it brings with it a homecoming. Kyla Jade, the powerhouse vocalist playing Aunt Em and the villainous Evillene in “The Wiz,” has deep Kansas roots.
Learn more about Kyla Jade and The Wiz
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NATIONAL NEWS
3. ‘Arrogant, Dangerous, Dishonest’: Trump’s Global Image Tanks as U.S. Reputation Plummets
As Donald Trump settles into his second term as president, a blistering new Pew Research Center survey reveals that much of the world sees him as a dangerous and arrogant leader unfit to handle global challenges—and it’s dragging down America’s image abroad.
HEALTH
4. 7 Early Signs of a Heart Attack
Recognizing early heart attack symptoms could save your life or the life of someone around you. Here are the red flags that deserve your attention.
NATIONAL NEWS
5. Section 8 Housing Cuts Explained: Complete Guide to 2025 Changes Under Trump Budget Proposal
Millions of Americans who rely on Section 8 housing assistance could soon face major changes. Here’s everything you need to know about how these proposed changes could impact you.
What is happening to Section 8?
China confirms details of U.S. trade deal. The U.S. and China have confirmed details of a trade framework that seeks to allow rare earth exports and easing of tech restrictions. (CNBC)
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial updates: Defense begins closing argument. The hip-hop mogul is charged with sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy. (ABC)
Kansas Tourism Announces 2025 Sunflower Summer Attraction Lineup. Program offers free admission for children and one accompanying adult at more than 230 tourist attractions across Kansas. (The Voice)
💡Trivia Answer: B. Ethel Waters. The first Black woman to star in her own television series was Ethel Waters, with “The Ethel Waters Show” in 1939. She was also the first African American to be nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award. While Diahann Carroll’s “Julia” in 1968 is often cited, Waters’s show predates it by nearly 30 years.
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