Intense winter storm strikes Kansas City
By Tere Siqueira Kansas City is currently grappling with a severe winter storm, which has been impacting the region since Jan. 9. This storm has brought significant snowfall, strong winds, and freezing temperatures, causing disruptions and hazardous conditions.This ongoing weather event is characterized by heavy, wet snow, as reported by The Kansas City Star. The […]
Demolition plan for Fort Leavenworth homes sparks controversy
By Tere Siqueira A cloud of uncertainty hangs over Fort Leavenworth, as the military post in Kansas faces the potential loss of 89 historic homes.The Michaels Organization, which manages Fort Leavenworth housing under a 50-year lease, has suggested demolishing the homes, as reported by Kansas City area media outlets. The homes, some of them dating […]
Kansas chooses new license plate design
By Chara Kansans will soon have a new design for their license plates.As the Associated Press and other media outlets reported, the Sunflower State launched a voting process to determine the design of its standard plate. Gov. Laura Kelly recently announced the winning design on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).“Kansans chose the design […]
Business investment in Kansas reaches $18 billion
By CharaSince 2019, Kansas has attracted more than $18 billion in private investments, leading to the creation and retention of more than 65,000 jobs and the development of 1,000 new economic initiatives, Gov. Laura Kelly announced in a December 2023 press release.“Our laser-sharp focus on making Kansas an attractive investment for businesses is delivering prosperity […]
KCFD warns against using generators indoors
By Angie Baldelomar Two recent incidents in the Kansas City area regarding carbon monoxide (CO) have prompted the Kansas City Fire Department (KCFD) to increase its communication to the Hispanic community about the dangers of using generators inside the house.On Nov. 6, 2023, three people died from carbon monoxide poisoning caused by a generator used […]
New observation wheel opens in KCMO
By Chara Area residents have a new way to see the Kansas City, Missouri, skyline: the KC Wheel.As multiple media outlets reported, the Ferris wheel – also called an observational wheel – officially opened Dec. 14 at 2485 Jefferson St. in Kansas City. By going up in one of the wheel’s climate-controlled gondolas, riders have […]
Kansas City Public Library begins celebrating sesquicentennial
By Tere Siqueira On Dec. 5, the Kansas City (Missouri) Public Library began marking a milestone in its history: its 150th anniversary.As media outlets reported, the library system began celebrating its sesquicentennial that day with a 150th anniversary kickoff party at multiple locations. The event is part of a series of commemorative events that will […]
Former KCMO mayor dies at 92
By Roberta Pardo Former Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Richard Berkley died Nov. 29 at age 92, as multiple media outlets reported.Born on June 19, 1931, Berkley served from 1979 to 1991 and was the city’s first Jewish mayor. As The Kansas City Jewish Chronicle and other media outlets reported, his three terms as mayor capped […]
Area offers many delightful holiday season options
Commentary by Tere Siqueira With Christmas approaching, the Kansas City area has become a wonderland of festive celebrations.If you’re looking for enjoyable activities to do this holiday season, you’ll be delighted to know that the area has an array of events to get you into the holiday spirit. Here’s a glimpse of what the area […]
Hispanic Catholic churches prepare to celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe
By Angie Baldelomar Dec. 12 is a big holiday for many Hispanic Catholics.That day marks the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a popular Catholic feast that celebrates the appearance of the Virgin Mary, also the patron saint of Mexico, to peasant Juan Diego Dec. 9-12, 1531. Every year, Catholics in Mexico and the United […]