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Variety KC's Ten Parks Project spearheaded by $30 million commitment
1+ day, 46+ min ago (661+ words) KANSAS CITY, Mo. " Variety KC is launching its Ten Parks Project, a $30 million-plus initiative they promise will be family fun for everyone. At a Tuesday morning press conference, the non-profit charity announced plans to build 10 all-accessible parks that are inclusive…...
Austin named No. 1 coffee city in the U. S.
3+ hour, 57+ min ago (189+ words) AUSTIN, Texas " Culinary magazine Food & Wine named Austin the top U. S. city for coffee in the nation. The city seems to have a coffee shop on every corner, with some operating out of unique locations. Mercado Sin Nombre in East Austin…...
Royals stadium proposal introduced for downtown ballpark
5+ day, 23+ hour ago (322+ words) Spectrum News Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More Royals stadium proposal introduced for downtown ballpark KANSAS CITY, Mo. "Kansas City's Council is furthering its efforts to keep the Royals…...
Missouri Sen. Luetkemeyer files for Platte County prosecutor
5+ day, 21+ hour ago (494+ words) PARKVILLE, Mo. " After another round of political musical chairs, Missouri Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer is now running to become Platte County's next prosecuting attorney. Filing on Thursday just before the April 10 deadline as a Republican, Luetkemeyer is a familiar face to…...
Budget frustrations boil over at St. Louis County Council meeting
1+ week, 3+ hour ago (490+ words) CLAYTON, Mo. Frustrations began flaring up during public comment in last night's Saint Louis County Council meeting since news broke that the budget crisis worsened. Sam Page, St. Louis County Executive, stated during a press conference earlier in the day…...
Visit KC hosts Cultural & Hospitality Training Series
1+ week, 23+ hour ago (271+ words) Visit KC hosts Cultural & Hos'pi'tality Training Series before World Cup'spectrumlocalnews. com Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More Visit KC hosts Cultural & Hospitality Training Series before World Cup KANSAS CITY,…...
Gov. Kehoe signs criminal justice reform bill
1+ week, 23+ hour ago (136+ words) JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. Gov. Mike Kehoe signed a criminal justice reform bill Tuesday. Some of the highlights include: "Missouri must address the revolving door for repeat violent offendersand that includes juveniles," said Gov. Kehoe. There are several components focusing on…...
Kansas governor vetoes tax credit programs for private schools
1+ week, 1+ day ago (325+ words) TOPEKA " Gov. Laura Kelly told Legislators Monday to focus on fully funding special education and to prioritize public schools instead of giving tax credits for youths attending private schools." Kelly vetoed"House Bill 2468, which changes tax credit limits for a…...
Kansas City's east side partners with EPA to develop new homes
1+ week, 1+ day ago (412+ words) KANSAS CITY, Mo. " A council member says an approximate $900, 000 investment by the Environmental Protection Agency could bring hundreds of new homes to Kansas City's east side. Representing the city's 3rd District at large, Melissa Patterson Hazley met with Blue Valley neighborhood…...
Kent County prosecutor declines criminal charges in fatal police shooting
1+ week, 5+ day ago (175+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich." Kent County Prosecutor Chris Becker has declined to file criminal charges against a Grand Rapids police officer who fatally shot a man in February. Da'Quain Johnson was shot following a police chase the night of Feb. 18. He…...