Good Day, Kansas City!
We hope you’re ready to dive into the week’s most exciting news. Let’s get into the headlines.
In Today’s Newsletter:
- Royals stadium location works, but the final deal must deliver
- Thousands of Kansans are being asked to repay COVID unemployment benefits.
- Hall Of Fame Class Showcases Black Excellence Across Kansas
💡 Black Trivia Question: Who created “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” often called the Black national anthem?
A. Calvin Broadus B. James Bland C. James Joseph Brown D. James Weldon Johnson
*See the answer after “In Other News”*
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KANSAS CITY NEWS
Royals Stadium at Crown Center Gets a Thumbs Up — But the Details Matter
The Royals’ new stadium plan near Crown Center solves major concerns tied to past proposals, including parking and neighborhood impact. But the real test will be whether the final deal creates lasting benefits for the broader community.
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KANSAS STATE NEWS
Kansas Seeks $67.4M in Pandemic-Era Unemployment Repayments
Kansas is asking more than 8,500 people to repay a combined $67.4 million in unemployment benefits, some dating back to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly half owe more than $5,000, though the state says recipients can request payment plans or waivers.
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KANSAS SPORTS
Record Hall Of Fame Class Highlights Black Athletes From Wichita, KCK, Topeka And Beyond
The Kansas Sports Hall of Fame will induct its largest class ever, recognizing athletes and contributors from across the state. The group highlights generations of Black excellence, from Negro Leagues pioneers to modern professionals.
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Get Out This Week In Kansas City:
COMMUNITY CELEBRATION: 2026 Pathway to Possibility-Celebrating 5 years of Financial Empowerment. Celebrate 5 years of impact at Pathway to Possibility, honoring partners, supporters, and the futures we’ve supported over the years. (April 29 @ 5 pm – 8 pm)
COMMUNITY NETWORKING: Politics and Business Networking | Elevating Your Potential – Kansas City. Strive welcomes you to ‘Politics and Business Networking’, Kansas City’s hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location for all to join. (April 29 @ 6 pm – 8 pm)
COMMUNITY ENTERTAINMENT: Brunch & Mimosas With Chef Fish LFK. Join in for the hottest line dances, great exercise, energy and fun. (May 2 @ 11 am – 2 pm)
AFRICAN HISTORY SATURDAYS: Gathering for all ages, bring your children, elemntary thru high school. Get your mood in check starting at 11:00am with ESOKE followed by our Healthy Minute Food Demo Youth can engage with Kayden Chase and Leela Kesarwani as they share about two books. (May 2, 11 am – 2 pm)
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Press dinner shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate the president. Investigators are examining a note that the suspect’s family sent to law enforcement. (CNN)
US Supreme Court grapples with ‘geofence’ warrants in crime probes. Geofence searches allow law enforcement to find suspects and witnesses by sweeping up location data from cellphone users near crime scenes. (Politico)
Trivia Answer: D. James Weldon Johnson.
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