Happy Friday!
Here’s a recap of the top stories from the week. Have a great weekend!
In Today’s Newsletter:
- Wichita City Council reject tenant protections
- Gossip haunted man falsely accused of Kansas City Chiefs parade shooting
- Why the Supreme Court could reshape voting rights for minorities
- Harmon sisters return for an encore of Let’s Talk Shop this weekend
- How the federal shutdown centers on health insurance
💡 Black Trivia Question: Jada Pinkett Smith got her start on what sitcom?
A. The Cosby Show B. Good Times C. 227 D. A Different World *See answer after “In Other News”*
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WICHITA NEWS
1. Wichita Council Rejects Key Tenant Protections but Moves Ahead on Property Code
A split Wichita City Council rejected proposals Tuesday to protect tenants from income discrimination and to establish a registry of landlords with serial housing code violations, but will consider an updated property enforcement code.
KANSAS CITY NEWS
2. Gossip Haunted Kansas Man’s Final Days After Missouri Officials Made False Claims
Gossip haunted  Denton Loudermill Jr. in his last days when he was falsely accused in the 2024 shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs parade, leading to death threats and slander his family couldn’t escape.
NATIONAL NEWS
3. Why This Supreme Court Case Could Reshape Voting Rights
The law is back before the Court in Louisiana v. Callais, a case that could decide the future of the Voting Rights Act’s Section 2 — and with it, the balance of political power for minority voters across the country.
ENTERTAINMENT
4. Wichita’s Harmon Sisters Keep Local History Alive On ScreenÂ
Sisters Sara and Charity Harmon have turned their shared passion for film and Wichita history into an award-winning pursuit with Let’s Talk Shop. The film was so popular that it’s returning for an encore screening Saturday, Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. at the Tallgrass Film Center.
NATIONAL NEWS
5. Why the Government Shutdown Centers on Health Insurance Subsidies
The federal government shutdown has stretched into its third week as lawmakers remain divided over extending the enhanced health insurance subsidies enacted in 2021. These subsidies, which help millions afford coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), will expire at the end of this year unless Congress acts.
Get Out This Weekend:
KANSAS CITY
ENTERTAINMENT: Dracula. When the lines between predator and prey blur, the power of women’s strength rises from the shadows in this fearless adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic Dracula. (All month)
THEATER: Faith in the Fire Gospel Stage Play. When the lines between predator and prey blur, the power of women’s strength rises from the shadows in this fearless adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic Dracula. (Oct 25, 3pm)
WICHITA
COMMUNITY: NAACP Annual Freedom Fund Banquet. Annual Freedom Fund recognizing leaders throughout the Wichita community. (Oct 25, 6p.m.)
MUSIC: Beethoven’s Emperor. Enjoy an evening of bold, brilliant performances inspired by Beethoven’s journals. (Oct 25, 7:30p.m.)
ART: Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience. Take an awe-inspiring journey into the incomparable universe of Van Gogh, one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the 19th century. (All month)
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NBA stars and mafia among dozens arrested in illegal gambling crackdown. An NBA player and coach are among dozens of people arrested as part of a sweeping FBI investigation into illegal sports betting and allegedly rigged, mafia-linked poker games. (BBC)
Trump’s strike on alleged Venezuelan drug boat raises questions about his use of military power. It’s said those killed on the boat in the Caribbean included members of the Tren de Aragua gang, which operates from Venezuela, though details have been scarce. (PBS)
💡Trivia Answer: D. A Different World Jada Pinkett Smith got her start on the sitcom A Different World, where she played the role of Lena James in the final two seasons. This was her “big break” after a guest appearance on another sitcom, True Colors. Â
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