News across Cass County
Missouri Medicaid enrollee challenges Trump rule on work requirement exemptions
A Kansas City plaintiff is among five Medicaid recipients and six medical organizations arguing a federal rule unlawfully narrows exemptions for adults with serious medical conditions.
What the Flock?
Flock Safety cameras have sparked bipartisan uproar with many worried that the cameras, which scan license plates, infringe on privacy. Misuse of the cameras and their data has been documented across Missouri, Kansas, Iowa and Nebraska. Also, more farmers are fixing up their…
How one Kansas City woman escaped an abusive relationship
Violent crime is going down in Kansas City, but cases of domestic violence are rising. Domestic violence often happens behind closed doors, and in some cases abuse begins subtly and progressively gets more intense. We'll hear from a survivor about what it took for her to leave…
Scuola Vita Nuova Welcomes Students Back with New Spaces, Expanded Opportunities, and Deep Neighborhood Roots
As families in Kansas City’s Historic Northeast welcome the start of another school year, Scuola Vita Nuova (SVN) Charter School continues to shine as a vibrant model of community-centered education.… The post Scuola Vita Nuova Welcomes Students Back with New Spaces, Expanded…
Forever A Star – Remembering Bruce “Melinda Ryder” Winter
Dani CooperCommunity Contributor Kansas City has lost an iconic staple in the drag community – Bruce Winter, known for his drag persona Melinda Ryder, recently passed away at 70 after… The post Forever A Star – Remembering Bruce “Melinda Ryder” Winter first appeared on Northeast…
Letter to the Editor: A Second Chance Includes a Voice
For many people returning home from incarceration, reentry is measured in practical milestones: finding housing, securing employment, reconnecting with family and establishing stability. Beginning this year, thousands of Missourians can… The post Letter to the Editor: A Second…
Paint Over of Avenue’s “Dragon” Mural Revealed as Mistake
Dorri PartainManaging Editor Communication is key, as proved with a recent painting contract to cover graffiti along the back wall of a business on Independence Avenue. When the error was… The post Paint Over of Avenue’s “Dragon” Mural Revealed as Mistake first appeared on…
Scarritt Renaissance Celebrates Fall With Food, Music and Families
Dorri PartainManaging Editor Families and neighbors gathered on the historic lawn of the Museum of Kansas City (3218 Gladstone Blvd.) on Sunday, Sept. 20, for the inaugural Scarritt Renaissance Fall… The post Scarritt Renaissance Celebrates Fall With Food, Music and Families…
Kansas City Public Library Places Spotlight on the Cultures that Make Kansas City Special
Dani CooperCreative Director On September 18, the North-East branch of the Kansas City Public Library (KCPL) hosted an event for Refugee & Immigrant Services & Empowerment (RISE). RISE is a… The post Kansas City Public Library Places Spotlight on the Cultures that Make Kansas…
Feasting at the RenFest
Susan PalmerCommunity Contributor Thinking of going to the Kansas City Renaissance Festival but not sure if you’ll like the food? It’s not just turkey legs anymore! This year’s RenFest features… The post Feasting at the RenFest first appeared on Northeast News .
Community Calendar
Wednesday, Sept. 23- Homework Club, 4 to 6 p.m., PH Coffee, 2200 Lexington Ave. Stop by after school to complete your homework and study with friends in the Public House… The post Community Calendar first appeared on Northeast News .
The latest in the legal back-and-forth over Missouri redistricting
A federal appeals court has again sided with Missouri Republicans, ruling the state must use the GOP-leaning congressional map passed by lawmakers last year. Plus: how new limits on federal student loans are impacting future physicians in Kansas.