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A polling location in Jefferson City (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent)

Missouri Clerks Say They Still Can’t Update Voter Rolls for Gerrymandered Map

Rudi Keller,

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Missouri election officials can’t revise voter rolls to reflect the state’s gerrymandered congressional map because Secretary of State Denny Hoskins’ office has not opened the statewide voter registration system to accept the changes, the president of Missouri’s county clerks association said...

NAACP, Congressional Black Caucus Urge College Sports Boycott in South Over Voting Rights

Shauneen Miranda,

Thursday, May 21, 2026

The Congressional Black Caucus and NAACP on Tuesday urged pushback against GOPled redistricting efforts in Southern states via college sports, including a boycott of public universities by athletes and supporters.U.S.

Cynthia Newsome

Longtime KSHB 41 Anchor Cynthia Newsome Passes Away

Denise E. Jordon

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Longtime KSHB 41 anchor Cynthia Newsome passed away recently, leaving an indelible mark on the news media industry and the Kansas City community. She transitioned on Tuesday following a courageous breast cancer battle.

Memorial Day Weekend Honors Nation’s Heroes and Commemorates Centennial of the National WWI Museum & Memorial

News Staff

Thursday, May 21, 2026

The National WWI Museum and Memorial serves as a fitting place to spend Memorial Day weekend, giving honor and special recognition to the individuals who sacrificed their lives while serving their country.

Kansas City Council Places Five Measures on August 4 Ballot

News Staff

Thursday, May 21, 2026

KANSAS CITY, Mo. 05/ The Kansas City Council today voted to send five measures to the August 4, 2026, ballot, covering water and sewer infrastructure, affordable housing, historic civic facilities, and East Side economic development.

Judge Grants Emergency Order Blocking Trump Administration from Disregarding Presidential Records Act

News Staff

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the US District Court for the District of Columbia granted emergency relief in the American Historical Association and American Oversight’s lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s effort to evade the Presidential Records Act (PRA).

House of Representatives Passes Bipartisan Housing Package with Numerous Bills Co-Authored by Congressman Cleaver

News Staff

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

(Washington, D.C.) – Wednesday, the House of Representatives passed a bipartisan amendment the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a legislative vehicle that was negotiated by, and includes seven bipartisan bills sponsored by, U.S.

Dr. Jasper Fullard, Jr.

News Staff

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Dr. Jasper Fullard, Jr. 86, retired Internal Medicine physician in the metropolitan area and co- founder of the Black Health Care Coalition passed May 12, 2026.Arrangements were pending at press time.

(Photo courtesy of the Brooks family and Dignified Digital)

Kansas City Honors Civic Icon Alvin Brooks at Landmark 94th Birthday Celebration

News Staff

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Community leaders, elected officials, and residents gathered at the Alvin L. Brooks Center for Faith-Justice at Rockhurst University to celebrate the 94th birthday of Alvin Brooks, a man whose life story is inextricably linked to the progress and spirit of Kansas City.

Emanuel Cleaver, II

U.S. Representative Cleaver Comments on Missouri Supreme Court Rulings

Emanuel Cleaver, Ii

Thursday, May 14, 2026

“ My commitment to representing the 5th District of Missouri remains unwavering and resolute. When filing for office opened I was first in line in our State to file demonstrating the commitment to running and winning in the 5th District of Missouri.

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