Racism

County Executive Frank White's push for removal was vetoed by the legislature. The question will instead appear on November ballots.

Melissa Robinson says Teresa Loar's public apology failed to acknowledge that her actions were racist.

Furthering your understanding of power, privilege, supremacy, oppression and equity takes time and determination. But there's an abundance of resources to help empower those on the quest for equity and justice.

How to minimize risk and best express concerns about potential pandemic get-togethers, and a 21-day plan for those who want to build effective social justice practices.

The story has particular resonance to "the social arrangements that we experience today," said Edward Ball, which are a direct consequence of generations of violence against African Americans.

One author chronicles his ancestor's militant anti-Black legacy, and how the Kansas City Royals have adapted to pandemic challenges.

As cities around the country engage in deeper conversations about racial injustice in their communities, Kansas City is removing a controversial name from a street and fountain on the Country Club Plaza.

Looking for a way to spark meaningful conversations for families about race, the Coterie joined up with theaters across the country to present “A Kids Play About Racism.”

Protesters formed a circle around the intersection where Akinmoladun and others continued making speeches and leading chants directed at police, Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas, Kansas City Police Chief Rick Smith, politicians and others.

Coming from Wright City, Missouri, where he served as superintendent for five years, David Buck stepped into the same role for Lee's Summit schools this month.

Why several groups have called for the resignation of Kansas City Police Chief Rick Smith, and Lee's Summit schools welcome a new district superintendent.

The ordinances prohibit people from interfering with public safety officials. The ACLU of Missouri, which represents the protesters, say the laws are both unconstitutional on their face and as applied.