Press Releases

Lake Responds to Kay Barnes Appointment: Jackson County Needs Real Solutions

KANSAS CITY, MO — October 2, 2025 — Following the appointment of former Kansas City Mayor Kay Barnes as temporary caretaker of Jackson County government, Stacy Lake issued the following statement:“Kay Barnes’ appointment will be a stabilizing force during this period of uncertainty.

Blue KC Donates $8,000 to Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – Another season-long effort has come to fruition for Blue Cross and BlueShield of Kansas City, the American Association Kansas City Monarchs, and the Negro LeaguesBaseball Museum.

The 18th & Vine Arts Festival Returns for 2025: A Renaissance on Vine to Celebrate Black Film, Television, & Dandyism

Kansas City, MO — The 18th & Vine Arts Festival Foundation is proud to announce the returnof its annual celebration of Black art, culture, and creativity with the 2025 18th & Vine ArtsFestival, taking place September 26–28 in the heart of Kansas City’s historic 18th & VineDistrict.

Mayor Lucas Comments on City Council Border War Repeal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 18, 2025  CONTACT: Megan Strickland | 816-766-5134     KANSAS CITY, Mo.

Congressman Cleaver’s Statement Condemning Special Session to Begin Mid-Decade Redistricting Without a New Census

Mayor Lucas Denounces a Redistricting Return to Kansas City Segregation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 29, 2025   Contact: Megan Strickland | 816-766-5134 KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Mayor Quinton Lucas today denounced the mid-decade redistricting map released this Friday afternoon before a holiday by Governor Mike Kehoe under pressure from DC special interests.

New Online Special Library Launches With a Focus on the Black Experience

Nationwide -- An online special library called The Quiet House Library, has been launched that focuses on the black experience. The need for realistic, interesting and validating literature is still evading the black community.

KANSAS DEMOCRATIC PARTY ANNOUNCES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CHANGE

The Kansas Democratic Party has announced that Andriy Bilyk, current Executive Director will be leaving his role with the party in August.Current Deputy Executive Director, Jonathan Jones, will serve as the interim Executive Director through the end of the calendar year.

Jackson County Executive Statement on Missouri Supreme Court Ruling Regarding Cannabis Revenue Collections

Jackson County Executive Statement on Missouri Supreme Court Ruling Regarding Cannabis Revenue Collections KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr.

Missouri Voter Advocates Host “Good Trouble Lives On” events on July 17 Demanding Access to Voting Rights Now To Realize John Lewis’ Vision For Democracy

[St. Louis] On Thursday, July 17, Missouri voter advocates will host John Lewis National Day of Action events to mark the five-year anniversary of the passing of Rep. John Lewis, including a flagship event in St.