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Brando Williams has not been at the rallies and criticizes protesters for violence and property damage, but says police in Kanasas City are guilty of racial profiling.

Members Of Kansas City's Black Communities Reflect On A Week of Protests And Are Skeptical About Lasting Change

As the city promises body cams for police and investigations into alleged police brutality, some in the area's black community are taking a wait-and-see attitude before they believe in change.

Kansas schools face major uncertainty entering the 2020-21 school year, with many school administrators expecting drastic cuts in the fall once the state's budget fully absorbs the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

Kansas School Funding Looks Good On Paper, But Deep Cuts Are Expected Due To The Pandemic

In Shawnee Mission Schools, for instance, what is currently projected to be a $7 million surplus could end up being at least a $13 million deficit.

A combine harvester pumps wheat grains into a white bin, parked in a field.

Natural disasters, low crop prices raise pressure for new farm bill as 2018 bill expires

The extension of the 2018 Farm Bill expired in September. Pressure is mounting for Congress to pass new legislation, as tough weather and low crop prices challenge farm budgets.

The Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City, Mo., pictured in Sept. 2022. The Republican-controlled House began its new session by strengthening its dress code for women.

The Missouri House tightens its dress code for women, to the dismay of Democrats

As lawmakers met to debate House rules, one proposed requiring women to wear jackets. They ultimately passed a modified amendment (permitting cardigans), but not without vocal pushback from Democrats.

Kem Smith is an English teacher at McCluer North High School, in Florissant, Missouri. (Courtesy of Kem Smith)

A Missouri high school teacher's advice column helps celebrate students — 'and ourselves'

Kem Smith, an English teacher at McCluer North High School in Florissant, Missouri understands why many teachers may want to quit their jobs. Years ago, she did.

Two pictures of two town signs. One is brick and reads "Welcome to Holstein," the second is white and reads "Roseland, Enjoying the good Life!"

Hundreds of small Midwestern towns passed on federal COVID money rather than fight red tape

COVID relief money was supposed to be a lifeline for small towns recovering from the pandemic, but some found the paperwork too daunting and missed on on the funds.

Here are 5 takeaways from the World Cup draw, from the U.S. fate to the group of death

FIFA held a draw to determine who all 48 participating countries in the FIFA World Cup 2026 will face in the group phase of the tournament, which the U.S., Canada and Mexico are co-hosting.

Joe Biden speaks at a campaign stop in Columbus, Ohio, on March 10.

Biden Campaign Cements Strong Position With More Wins; Sanders' Path Narrows

Joe Biden increased his delegate lead with the March 10 primaries, and a top Democratic super PAC concluded he's on track for the nomination. Bernie Sanders didn't say what's next for him.

The furious pace of proposals comes as the spreading virus continues to pose a direct threat to Capitol building operations, as several lawmakers' offices remain closed as a result of at least two coronavirus cases among current D.C-based Hill staffers.

White House Seeks $1 Trillion From Congress In Coronavirus Relief Push

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said discussions included payments to small businesses, loan guarantees for industries like airlines and hotels, and a stimulus package for workers.

Captain Paul Lusczynski, of the Tampa, Florida, police department, sits across from an unidentified man at a table.

Kansas City Looks To Florida For Help Solving Its Gun Violence Problem

For years, Kansas City, Missouri, has suffered from one of the highest homicide rates among big American cities.And while it still hasn’t quite reached…

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