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Storm Debris Cleanup Plan Expanded

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Kansas City on Wednesday expanded its temporary plan to assist residents with storm debris disposal and neighborhood cleanup efforts.Curbside pickup appointments will now be available City-wide:Service is by appointment onlyResidents must request a collection appointment via the myKCMO Mobile or...
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is back to its original title after a federal court ordered the removal of President Donald Trump's name from its official materials and website. (Courtesy photo)

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is back to its original title after a federal court ordered the removal of President Donald Trump's name from its official materials and website. (Courtesy photo)

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Kennedy Center Removes Trump’s Name After Court Orders Reversal

Stacy M. Brown
Thursday, June 11, 2026
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has removed President Donald Trump’s name from its website and official materials, complying with a federal court order that found the institution lacked the authority to rename the congressionally established memorial without approval from...
Rep. Mark A. Sharp

Rep. Mark A. Sharp

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Mo. Rep. Sharp Speaks at SKCA Meeting

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
Missouri State Representative Mark Sharp said the high rates of deaths and injuries caused by drunk drivers in Missouri should be significantly reduced by the recent passage of legislation he sponsored to require persons convicted of driving while intoxicated and causing injury or property damage...
A woman at a farmer’s market. (USDA photo/Wikimedia Commons license)

A woman at a farmer’s market. (USDA photo/Wikimedia Commons license)

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Judge Halts USDA From Tying SNAP Funds to Anti-DEI Policies

Sunita Sohrabji
Thursday, June 11, 2026
A federal court judge in Massachusetts June 5 issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump Administration from restricting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — SNAP — aid to states that do not cooperate with the Trump Administration’s anti-DEI policies.U. S. District Court Judge Myong...
Quinton Lucas

Quinton Lucas

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Mayor Lucas Targets Illegal Business Operations with New Nuisance Ordinance

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
Mayor Quinton Lucas unveiled a new ordinance that would give Kansas City new enforcement powers to shut down businesses operating without required licenses and permits, declaring such operations a nuisance under city code.Under the proposed ordinance, businesses operating without required licenses,...
Beta Omega Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. recently presented $1,000 awards to eight 'Distinguished Scholars.' Shown at the reception from left to right: Quentin King, Makayla McConnell, Kaleb Smith, Chloe Ervin, Christian Graham, Skylah Canady, Langston Humphrey, Davis Long.

Beta Omega Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. recently presented $1,000 awards to eight 'Distinguished Scholars.' Shown at the reception from left to right: Quentin King, Makayla McConnell, Kaleb Smith, Chloe Ervin, Christian Graham, Skylah Canady, Langston Humphrey, Davis Long.

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Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Honors Eight Distinguished Scholars

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
Established on the HBCU campus of Howard University on November 17, 1911, The founders of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. - Bishop Edgar A. Love, civil rights advocate; Dr. Oscar J. Cooper, physician, Dr. Frank Coleman, professor of Physics and Dr. Ernest E. Just professor of Biology - chose...
Frank Rushton Elementary School Named a Bright Spots School for Excellence in Literacy by The 74

Frank Rushton Elementary School Named a Bright Spots School for Excellence in Literacy by The 74

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Frank Rushton Elementary School Named a Bright Spots School for Excellence in Literacy by The 74

News Staff
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is proud to announce that Frank Rushton Elementary School has been named a Bright Spots school by The 74, a national nonprofi t newsroom covering American education, in recognition of the school's exceptional third-grade literacy outcomes.The recognition...
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