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Prosecutor Johnson Announces 20 Felony Charges Against Man Who Planted Explosive Devices

Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson this week announced 20 felony charges against a man who allegedly placed explosive devices in a trash can near the Liberty Memorial last week.Owen I. Canizales Argueta faces 20 counts of Possession of an Illegal Explosive.* Each count carries a penalty of up...

Rep. Cleaver’s Statement on Vote for War Powers Resolution

March 5, 2026 (Washington, D.C.) – March 5, 2026--Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) released the following statement after voting in favor of the War Powers Resolution to stop the President's unauthorized war in the Middle East.

Ghana Mourns a Son of the African World

By Claudette Perry,Co-Founder and Board Member, Diaspora African Forum Diplomatic MissionAccra, Ghana — “Reverend Jackson’s legacy, his spirit, belonged to the world,” said Kofi Okyere Darko, Director of the Diaspora Affairs Office of the President, during a ceremony honoring the life of Reverend...

Civil Rights TV Launches in Selma

Is World’s First 24/7 Civil Rights Television NetworkSELMA, Ala. — Civil Rights TV, the world’s first 24-hour television network dedicated exclusively to civil rights history, education, and future equity, has officially launched on the Connect To Your City OTT platform powered by Connect2OTT.The...

No Kings 3.0 Protest Announced for March 28

The next nationwide No Kings event has been set for Saturday, Mar. 28.

City Manager Mario Vasquez Appoints Lace Cline as Assistant City Manager for Public Safety

KCMO City Manager Mario Vasquez is announcing the appointment of LaceShionna “Lace” Cline as Assistant City Manager for Public Safety, bringing nearly 15 years of leadership experience in prosecution, litigation, policy development, and executive strategy.Cline most recently served as Deputy Chief...

Mayor Lucas, Councilwoman Robinson Introduce Retail Alcohol Impact Area Ordinance to Address Quality of Life Concerns

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Mayor Quinton Lucas and Third District Councilwoman Melissa Robinson introduced Ordinance 260250 to establish a Retail Alcohol Impact Area Plan in specific Kansas City neighborhoods where residents have long voiced concerns about safety, public disorder, and quality of life.

Prosecutor Johnson announces charges against KC man after stealing bus

Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson today announced charges against a Kansas City man who allegedly stole a bus and led police on a chase before he was taken into custody this week.Preston R. Reiff faces one count of Stealing, one count of 1st Degree Tampering with a Motor Vehicle, and one...

Acclaimed Christopher Burnett Quartet to Perform Free Midday Jazz Concert in Leavenworth

Acclaimed Christopher Burnett Quartet to Perform Free Midday Jazz Concert in LeavenworthLEAVENWORTH, KS – In honor of Women's History Month, the Christopher Burnett Quartet will perform a special midday concert of instrumental jazz ballads on March 25, 2026, at JW Crancers Event Space.