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Suspect Who Threatened Mass School Shooting Charged

Thanks to quick action by the Blue Springs police department and the FBI acting on a tip from a citizen who reported a social media post to law enforcement, the person suspected of making a credible mass shooting threat that closed eastern Jackson County schools this week has been arrested and...
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Beyoncé Announces New Album Title, Release Date

BIN-Beyoncé season is upon us. After making mysterious moves online to prepare her fans for what’s to come, the queen of the BeyHive has finally confirmed that her new album is arriving very soon.
SKCA to Host Monthly Meeting, June 13

SKCA to Host Monthly Meeting, June 13

SKCA to Host Monthly Meeting, June 13

The South Kansas City Alliance (SKCA) will host its monthly meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, June 13, in the community room in the front building of the South Patrol Police Campus, 9701 Marion Park Drive.
A Letter from KCPS Superintendent Dr. Mark T. Bedell

A Letter from KCPS Superintendent Dr. Mark T. Bedell

A Letter from KCPS Superintendent Dr. Mark T. Bedell

Dear students, families, staff and community members: We have accomplished so much together these last six years. It has been a phenomenal experience working alongside all of you to achieve accreditation for our students. However, the time has come for me to move on personally and professionally.
Area, National Leaders Reflect on Crompton’s Legacy

Area, National Leaders Reflect on Crompton’s Legacy

Area, National Leaders Reflect on Crompton’s Legacy

Local and national leaders this week reflected on a legacy of accomplishments left by Dwayne Crompton, retired longtime executive director of the KCMC Early Child Development Corporation and innovative trailblazer, credited with successfully bringing to Kansas City, the Children’s Defense Fund’s...
Memorial service June 18 for Dwayne Crompton

Memorial service June 18 for Dwayne Crompton

Memorial service June 18 for Dwayne Crompton

Dwayne Crompton, known locally and nationally for his innovative and tireless work in the area of early childhood education, and for his pioneering efforts that helped bring the national Freedom Schools program to Kansas City’s urban core, passed away peacefully this week.. A Memorial Service will...
Biden urges assault weapons ban, as U.S. House Democrats advance gun control bills

Biden urges assault weapons ban, as U.S. House Democrats advance gun control bills

Biden urges assault weapons ban, as U.S. House Democrats advance gun control bills

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden called on Congress to pass gun control legislation in a speech at the White House Thursday evening, following mass shootings in New York, Texas and Oklahoma during the last three weeks. “This isn’t about taking away anyone’s rights.
Pride flag raising ceremony at City Hall

Pride flag raising ceremony at City Hall

Pride flag raising ceremony at City Hall

KCMO elected officials, city leaders and staff, and LGBTQ+ Commission members on Thursday morning (today) at 2 p.m. will host a ceremonial flag raising on the City Hall Observation Deck to celebrate June as Pride Month in Kansas City.