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18th & Vine Opens New Pedestrian Corridor Ahead of Juneteenth
The ribbon cutting marked the completion of years of planning and construction aimed at transforming the heart of the Jazz District into a destination where…
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New Medical Guidance Affirms Tylenol Safety During Pregnancy Months After Trump Sows Doubt
The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine published new clinical guidance this week affirming that acetaminophen, better known by its brand Tylenol, should be the “first-line” defense against pain and fever during pregnancy.
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Wichita’s Ta’Lyiah Lewis Crowned Miss Kansas’ Teen, Earns Spot at Nationals
Northwest High School student, mental health advocate and former Miss Juneteenth ICT contestant will represent Kansas at Miss America’s Teen 2027 in Florida.
Earth, Wind & Fire’s Story Takes Center Stage in New HBO Documentary
New film explores Maurice White’s vision, the band’s rise to global fame and a legacy that continues nearly six decades later.
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House Finally Approves Measure Challenging Trump’s Iran War Authority
Vote comes after repeated efforts to block action as congressional support for the conflict continues to erode.
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Can the White House Host a UFC Fight? A Lawsuit Says No
Critics call the event a misuse of public property, while the Trump administration says it’s part of America’s 250th birthday celebration.
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Two Stages, Two Stories: Theater Shines at 18th & Vine This Summer
From the Harlem Renaissance at the Blue Room to Sarah Rector’s remarkable journey at the Boone Theater, two productions spotlight Black history and culture in Kansas City’s historic district.
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America’s 250th Birthday Comes With Two Celebrations — And Plenty of Confusion
A congressionally created commission and a newer Trump-backed initiative are both marking the nation’s 250th anniversary, leaving many Americans unsure who’s behind what.
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From There To Here: How Much Smoking Has Declined — And How America Did It
New figures show just how dramatically cigarette use has fallen after decades of public health campaigns, changing attitudes and tobacco restrictions.
Pope Leo XIV Apologizes for Vatican’s Role in Slavery, Reparations Advocates Say More Is Needed
Historic acknowledgment addresses centuries of church involvement in slavery, but activists continue to push for reparations and additional action.
