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Immigration Lawyers Sound Alarm Over Laken Riley Bill As Trump Takes Office

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Immigration Lawyers Sound Alarm Over Laken Riley Bill As Trump Takes Office

The Laken Riley Act, a controversial piece of immigration legislation, has sparked significant concerns among immigration lawyers and advocates. As Donald Trump returns to the presidency, this bill could become a key tool in implementing stricter immigration policies, including mandatory detention, broad powers for state attorneys general, and the potential deportation of vulnerable individuals. Here’s … Read more

U.S. House Passes Controversial Bill Banning Trans Athletes In Women’s School Sports

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U.S. House Passes Controversial Bill Banning Trans Athletes In Women’s School Sports

In a highly contentious decision, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill barring transgender students from participating in women’s school sports consistent with their gender identity. The legislation, titled the “Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025,” has reignited nationwide debates over inclusion, fairness, and the rights of transgender athletes. … Read more

Parson Bids Farewell to Politics, Returns to Life on the Farm

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Parson Bids Farewell to Politics, Returns to Life on the Farm

Missouri Governor Mike Parson is preparing to close a chapter in his life that he never envisioned: his political career. After nearly seven years in the state’s highest offices, Parson is heading back to his roots—a life on the farm surrounded by family. As the state prepares to welcome its 58th Governor, Parson reflects on … Read more

Kansas House Speaker Restricts Press Access By Banning Reporters From Chamber Floor

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Kansas House Speaker Restricts Press Access By Banning Reporters From Chamber Floor

In a move that has raised concerns about press freedom and government transparency, Kansas House Speaker Dan Hawkins has implemented new rules prohibiting reporters from accessing the House chamber floor. This decision, made without public explanation, marks a significant departure from longstanding practices and has drawn criticism from journalists and lawmakers alike. Details of the … Read more

No Need To Provide An Avian Flu Vaccine For Humans Yet, Expert Says – H5N1 Risks And Current Measures

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No Need To Provide An Avian Flu Vaccine For Humans Yet, Expert Says - H5N1 Risks And Current Measures

As avian influenza (H5N1) continues to raise concerns globally, experts are stressing that there is no immediate need to provide a vaccine for humans, despite some recent cases among dairy workers and poultry farms. Dr. Shira Doron, an epidemiologist and chief infection control officer at Tufts Medicine in Boston, has emphasized that the situation remains … Read more

Shawnee Mission School District Implements New Personal Cell Phone Policy

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Shawnee Mission School District Implements New Personal Cell Phone Policy

In a decisive 6-1 vote, the Shawnee Mission School District (SMSD) Board of Education has approved significant changes to the district’s personal electronic device policy, set to take effect on February 3, 2025. This policy aims to address concerns regarding cell phone usage during school hours, tailoring guidelines to different educational levels to enhance the … Read more

Leslie Charleson, ‘General Hospital’ Icon And Kansas City Native, Dies At 79

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Leslie Charleson, 'General Hospital' Icon And Kansas City Native, Dies At 79

Leslie Charleson, the esteemed actress renowned for her nearly five-decade portrayal of Dr. Monica Quartermaine on ABC’s “General Hospital,” passed away on January 12, 2025, at the age of 79. Early Life and Career Beginnings Born on February 22, 1945, in Kansas City, Missouri, Charleson embarked on her acting career in the mid-1960s. She gained … Read more

Oklahoma Sooners Softball – 5 Key Highlights From The 2025 Preseason Rankings

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Oklahoma Sooners Softball - 5 Key Highlights From The 2025 Preseason Rankings

The Oklahoma Sooners, four-time defending national champions, enter the 2025 season with significant changes and challenges. Softball America’s preseason Top 25 poll ranks Oklahoma at No. 3, behind Florida and Texas. Preseason Ranking and Competition Oklahoma is ranked No. 3 in Softball America’s preseason Top 25, trailing Florida (No. 1) and Texas (No. 2). The … Read more

Shawnee Mission School District Implements New Cell Phone Policies: 5 Key Changes

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Shawnee Mission School District Implements New Cell Phone Policies: 5 Key Changes

The Shawnee Mission School District (SMSD) has recently approved significant changes to its personal cell phone policy, aiming to enhance the learning environment by minimizing distractions caused by electronic devices. These adjustments, effective from February 2025, introduce specific guidelines tailored to different educational levels within the district. Elementary Schools In elementary schools, all personal electronic … Read more

Johnson County Reports Decline in Narcan-Related EMS Calls Due to Prevention and Youth Education Initiatives

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Johnson County Reports Decline in Narcan-Related EMS Calls Due to Prevention and Youth Education Initiatives

The opioid crisis has been a pressing issue across the Kansas City metro, and Johnson County has been actively addressing it. In spring 2023, the county intensified its strategies, emphasizing prevention and community support to tackle the growing epidemic. From 2022 to 2024, Johnson County recorded a 23% drop in EMS calls involving the administration … Read more