In this issue
• Mexico’s Andrea Meza crowned Miss Universe
• Ortiz serves community through work with KCPD
• UGPHD announces school poster contest winners
In this issue
• Mexico’s Andrea Meza crowned Miss Universe
• Ortiz serves community through work with KCPD
• UGPHD announces school poster contest winners

Federal shooting of American nurse sparks controversy By Tere Siqueira The fatal shooting of intensive care nurse Alex Pretti Jan. 24 by a U.S. Border

Commentary by Tere Siqueira The Greater Kansas City area is about to take center stage in front of the world. This summer, Kansas City, Missouri,

By Angie Baldelomar Mexican artist Hugo Ximello-Salido will have his art displayed at the Mexican Consulate in Kansas City, Missouri. Ximello-Salido — a multidisciplinary artist

By Angie Baldelomar | Photo courtesy of the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department Longtime police officer Octavio “Chato” Villalobos is retiring soon. After 26 years,

Uniting Cultures and Community: “Tejiendo Redes” Heading Toward World Cup 2026 The heart of Kansas City is beating with a special energy. This month, “Tejiendo

By Chara Parade of Hearts is expanding its impact across the Kansas City area. The organizers announced that 150 heart sculptures will be displayed throughout

In this issue • Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Nuestra Latina 2026 • Wyandotte County Ethnic Festival set for April 25 • KCMO leaders urge

Federal and state governments will hurt untold numbers of Missouri women and their kids. Last April, President Donald Trump’s Justice Department terminated 373 grants from