News across Cass County
Hispanic Scholars Invest In The Next Generation
A scholarship can help one student get to college. Over time, that investment can reach an entire family, and eventually, a community. After more than 40 years of helping Kansas […]
Kansas City Ballet Guild – Kick-off Party
Kansas City Ballet Guild kicked off its season at Boulevard Brewing Company on August 23rd, welcoming Guild members, guests, staff, and dancers. Guild President Edie Downing and Nutcracker Ball Co-chairman […]
Missouri doesn’t require asking pregnant patients about their mental health. New moms keep dying
Asking the right questions is just the first step. Actually getting support, especially for moms in rural Missouri, is where providers say things get even harder.
Missourians will vote again on abortion in November
If approved by voters on Nov. 3, Missouri Amendment 3 would repeal abortion rights guaranteed in the state Constitution. It also would ban gender-affirming care for transgender youth — something that's already prohibited by state law.
Kansas State agricultural economist predicts diesel prices will remain high through 2027
Elevated fuel costs are expected to squeeze farm profits and trickle down to consumers.
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…