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Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Many Northeast News readers have been concerned about an increase in reported ICE sightings in and around the Kansas City area, including Northeast neighborhoods. This morning, federal, state…
adminBryan StalderContributor A neighborhood art crawl celebrating local creativity will bring music, food and community together in Columbus Park Friday evening as proXimity returns for a night of art and…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Authorities have released the booking photos for Ashley Mack and Mia Shaw, the two sisters charged in connection with a violent shootout at a Northeast Kansas City smoke…
adminRyan Millan-PulleyEditorial Intern Parade of Hearts is in full swing once again, with dozens of heart-shaped sculptures appearing throughout the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. According to its website, Parade of…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor The final extension of the downtown KC Streetcar will link stops from the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) to Berkley Riverfront Park with a Grand Opening celebration…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Kansas City’s spring sports scene is in full swing, with several local teams giving fans plenty to follow as the weather warms. The Kansas City Current continue to…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor During a ceremony on Friday, May 1, representatives from numerous organizations came together to turn shovels of dirt for a $1 million construction project to bring new…
adminBryan StalderContributor Full Disclosure: Manny Abarca IV serves on the board of Historic Northeast Media, the parent organization of this publication.Jackson County Legislative Chair and Indian Mound resident Manny Abarca…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor A young child is dead after being struck by a delivery vehicle Monday evening in the Pendleton Heights neighborhood, according to the Kansas City Police Department. Officers were…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor The Pendleton Heights neighborhood recently marked a milestone week of growth and resilience, celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Community Orchard alongside Earth Day and Arbor Day festivities.…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor As the Historic Northeast community prepares for a summer of growth and professional development, a new regional initiative is seeking direct input from the local business owners and…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor A series of violent incidents in Northeast last weekend left multiple people injured, one man dead in a homicide, and another killed in an officer-involved shooting, raising concerns…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor The rhythmic clack of rolling balls and the echo of measuring calls filled the courts at the American Sons of Columbus as the 2026 men’s bocce league wrapped…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Northeast is proud of our “International Marketplace.” We are a neighborhood of many languages, where a single block on Independence Avenue can take you from the highlands of…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Recent events have once again forced the nation to confront the chilling reality of political violence, reminding us that the safety of the President of the United States…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Since last summer, families headed to Budd Park’s southeast playground have been met with fencing and “Playground Closed” signage. The north playground, accessible from St. John Ave.…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor From a greenhouse filled with lush tropical plants and blooming flowers to fresh turkey eggs mixed into cookie dough, East High School agriculture students are enjoying the…
adminDr. Adrienne B. Haynes, Esq.Contributor We are fortunate to live in a state that values entrepreneurship and providing aspiring and existing owners with resources and education. For business owners in…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Northeast area neighborhood associations are doing their part to help residents keep trash and bulky waste items from taking over curbs and alleyways by providing free opportunities…
adminThe Northeast News Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson announced on Tuesday, April 28, the office charged two people in connection with a shooting that injured one individual at a smoke…
adminDaisy Garcia Montoya Education Reporter La fiesta anual de Cinco de Mayo patrocinada por Guadalupe Centers está de regreso y este año estará celebrando su edición centenario. Este evento gratuito,…
Daisy Garcia MontoyaDaisy Garcia Montoya Education Reporter Guadalupe Centers annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta is back and this year will be celebrating its centennial edition. This free annual event hosted by Guadalupe Centers…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Across the Northeast, residents are reporting that metal plaques – located in parks and even attached to homes- are suddenly going missing as metal thieves strike under…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Northeast resident and clay artist Rebecca Koop invited friends, students and other guests to Back Door Pottery (3922 St. John Ave.) on Saturday, April 18, to celebrate…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor In recent months, a series of high-profile ordinances and development projects has left many Kansas City residents—particularly in the Historic Northeast—questioning whether their voices are being heard. From…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Kansas City’s proposal to build a new downtown stadium for the Kansas City Royals has officially moved forward, with City Council approving an ordinance on April 16 to…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor During a tree-planting session on Friday, April 10, volunteers planted a selection of native tree species to create pedestrian shade inside the historic Elmwood Cemetery (4900 E.…
adminRyan Millan-PulleyEditorial Intern Kanbe’s Markets is a local non-profit organization partnering with businesses to eliminate food insecurity in Kansas City by supplying neighborhoods with fresh, healthy and affordable produce. The…
Daisy Garcia MontoyaDaisy Garcia Montoya Education Reporter Azul Esperanza organizó su primer festival adaptado a las necesidades sensoriales, ‘Celebrando la Diversidad’, en el noreste, con el fin de ofrecer un evento seguro…
adminNortheast News Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson announced on Wednesday, April 15, charges against a Kansas City man in connection with a shooting that occurred outside a funeral earlier this…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Independence Plaza Neighborhood Council and Neighborhood Legal Services announced on Thursday, April 9, a final judgement against Millenia Management, owners of Olive Park Village, to secure and…
Daisy Garcia MontoyaDaisy Garcia Montoya Education Reporter Azul Esperanza (Blue Hope) hosted its first sensory friendly festival, Celebrating Diversity, in the Northeast to bring a safe and welcoming event for neurodivergent children during…
adminDr. Adrienne B. Haynes, Esq. As the season turns from winter to spring, we can hear more residential, commercial, and industrial construction. For construction contractors, this is a great time…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor During a session on Thursday, April 9, Kansas City Council approved a new initiative aimed at accelerating the construction of affordable housing by cutting through permitting delays and…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor At 3509 Anderson Ave., the former Scarritt Elementary School still stands behind boarded windows and locked doors — a sturdy brick reminder of a different era in public…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Nearly 20 years after the screens went dark and doors were locked, Independence’s Englewood Theater (10917 E. Winner Rd.) has a nonprofit owner working to revitalize and…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor A panel discussion regarding finding solutions to reduce the number of fires occurring in Historic Northeast was held on Monday, April 6 at Don Bosco Community Center,…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Just days after Kansas City voters overwhelmingly approved the renewal of the city’s earnings tax—a key funding source for basic services—city leaders unveiled a new proposal to bring…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor On Thursday, April 9, the Kansas City Council approved an ordinance restricting the sale of “single serving” alcoholic beverages in several targeted areas, including the Independence Avenue corridor.…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, it’s worth remembering that not all of America’s most important pioneers carried rifles or wagon maps. Some carried saxophones. Few…
adminVolunteers from the Heartland Tree Alliance Planting a Tree. Photo courtesy of Bridging the Gap’s Facebook page. Ryan Millan-PulleyEditorial Intern Bridging The Gap, a non-profit organization focused on delivering “environmental…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Families gathered at The Concourse (200 Benton Blvd.) on Easter Sunday (April 5) as hundreds of colorful plastic eggs filled with candy were tossed on the grass…
Dorri PartainIndian Mound volunteers included Kay Hopkins, Missy Jones, Jimmy Fitzner and Sarah Kaldenberg, who spoke with residents and collected trash along the 100 N. block of Lawn. Dorri PartainManaging Editor…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor A Kansas City nonprofit dedicated to celebrating Asian culture and building community connections has found a permanent home in Columbus Park. Hella Good Deeds recently announced it signed…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor For many in the Historic Northeast, the stone steps of a church are a familiar sight only a couple times a year. Whether it’s the glow of Christmas…
Daisy Garcia MontoyaDaisy Garcia MontoyaEducation Reporter Teachers and educators often struggle with high turnover rates, burnout, shortages and in Missouri, a lower wage, ranking 49th in teacher pay according to the Missouri…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor For the first time in 30 years, East High School students are preparing to take to the stage thanks to a grant funding the production of a…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor As Easter approaches on Sunday, April 5, many families across Northeast are preparing for Holy Week traditions — palm branches, Lenten fish fries, sunrise services and packed pews.…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Northeast News is launching a series highlighting the people who helped shape the nation—especially those with deep ties to Kansas…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Representatives from University Health, Missouri Department of Mental Health and Office of Administration joined House of Representatives District 19 Legislator Wick Thomas for a panel discussion at…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Members of New Beginning Apostolic Church (200 N. Bales Ave.) are working to ensure every family and neighbor is able to receive healthy food and personal care…
adminRyan Millan-PulleyEditorial Intern Dutch technology company Nebius Group is slated to build an AI Data Center in Independence, Missouri. Set to be built at 501 N Bly Road, this 2.5-million-square-foot…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor KC Current It was a busy weekend for the Kansas City Current. The team traveled to Evanston, Illinois, where they dropped a hard-fought 2-1 decision to Chicago Stars…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor A proposal to restrict the sale of small, single-serve liquor bottles—commonly known as “nips”—in parts of Kansas City is drawing sharp reactions from residents, business owners, and community…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor When news of Joe Pace’s passing reached the Historic Northeast, it didn’t just mark the end of an era for local car culture; it felt like a mainstay…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor With trucks and trailers loaded with brush and yard waste bags collected during spring yard work, residents ready to dispose of their leaves and branches have faced…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Voters in Northeast will head to the polls on Tuesday, April 7, for a municipal election that, while limited in scope, carries significant implications for both city services…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor In every neighborhood, there are people who become part of the landscape—as constant and familiar as the landmarks themselves. In Northeast, that person was Kendall Kohr. Known affectionately…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor The world is remembering Chuck Norris today—a martial artist, actor, and cultural icon whose larger-than-life persona became the stuff of legend. But long before Hollywood and the Texas…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor We’ve all done it at one time or another- rushed out the door and left our cellphone behind, leaving us unconnected and inconvenienced. No way to call…
Bryan StalderBryan Stalder Contributor A new neighborhood restaurant is already finding its footing in Kansas City’s historic Northeast. After months of anticipation, Dear Donna, 549 Gillis St, held its soft opening weekend…
adminDr. Adrienne B. Haynes, Esq. When you start an LLC (Limited Liability Company), most states will require the preparation of an operating agreement. An operating agreement is an internal document…
adminGary GoebelCertified Property Manager If you want to understand the real estate market in Kansas City, you do not have to look far. A walk down almost any block in…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Kansas City has lost one of its most cherished creative spirits. Joe Pace, beloved custom car builder, maker of iconic movie replica cars, and longtime fixture of Northeast,…
Daisy Garcia MontoyaDaisy Garcia MontoyaEducation Reporter When people think about civic engagement, more often than not, voting is the first set of actions that may come to mind. Defining and exploring all…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributorPhotos submitted by Scuola Vita Nuova Charter School For the first time in its history, students at Scuola Vita Nuova Charter School, 535 Garfield Ave, had a team to…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributorPhotos by Bryan Stalder The Kansas City Current open their 2026 season on Saturday,March 14, at 3:00 p.m., hosting the Utah Royals at CPKC Stadium — the world’s first…
adminThe Kansas City School Board (KCPS) is taking their monthly meetings “On the Road” and their next stop is Northeast High School (415 van Brunt Blvd.) on Wednesday March 18,…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Three occupants were rescued from a burning apartment building last night (Tuesday, March 11) in the vacant Olive Park Village complex. A firefighter briefly issued a distress call…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor The Kansas City Public Library embraces creativity for all ages with free classes and activities. At the North-East Branch Library, a monthly Craft Circle invites local crafters…
Dorri PartainMissouri House of Representatives Wick Thomas (center) staff includes Edgar Palacios (left) in Kansas City and Hussein Amari (right) in Jefferson City. Dorri PartainManaging Editor Supporters, staff, and well-wishers gathered…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Community members and city officials gathered at the Zhou B. Art Center, 1801 E 18th St, on Saturday, March 7, for the 2026 State of the Third District…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor A recent national roundup by Tasting Table (tastingtable.com,) a digital media company focused on food and drink, set out to name the best Mexican restaurant in every state.…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributorPhotos by Larua Birdsong A police pursuit of a stolen vehicle ended in a dramatic rollover crash Wednesday morning, sending one person to the hospital and damaging a local…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor This Saturday, March 7, a new chapter begins in Columbus Park as Dear Donna opens its doors at 549 Gillis St. Longtime Kansas City diners may remember the…
Bryan StalderBryan Stalder Contributor The man charged after explosive devices were discovered in a trash can outside the National World War I Museum and Memorial near Liberty Memorial has previously unreported ties…
adminNortheast News Staff A man now charged with leaving explosive devices near the Liberty Memorial was arrested Wednesday afternoon in a parking lot on Independence Boulevard — an arrest witnessed…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor PH Coffee Neighborhood Nights are a simple but powerful idea: create a regular, welcoming space where neighbors can show up, share what they care about, and connect around…
adminDr. Adrienne B. Haynes, Esq. The first quarter of the year is a great time to get organized, make professional connections, and outline your company’s strategic plan and next steps.…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor As Kansas City experiences one of its warmest Februarys on record, residents in the Sheffield neighborhood turned the unusually pleasant weather into a weekend of meaningful community action.…
adminDaisy Garcia Montoya Education Reporter Photos by Dorri Partain With only 100 days away from the World Cup soccer championship games, Northeast youth soccer organizations are preparing their programs for the world’s…
adminRyan Millan-PulleyEditorial Intern Between Jackson Avenue and Chouteau Trafficway lies Kansas City’s Indian Mound neighborhood, where residents are taking housing concerns into their own hands. The Indian Mound Housing Committee,…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Nearly one million dollars in federal grant funding has been awarded to Mattie Rhodes Centers (148 N. Topping Ave.) to implement the Department of Justice’s STOP School…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor The American Sons of Columbus and American Daughters of Columbus (2615 Independence Blvd.) combined forces to host their Second Annual Feast of St. Joseph table on Saturday,…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor The NEKC Chamber of Commerce is delighted to welcome its newest member, Boujee Baker KC, to the Northeast business community. Just in time for National Women’s Month, this…
adminBREAKING – Two people injured in drive-by shooting at New Beginning Apostolic Church, 200 N. Bales Ave. Ryan Millan-PulleyEditorial Intern Two people were shot in a drive-by shooting shortly before…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Parents and Frontier Charter School staff gathered for a question and answer session on Tuesday, Feb. 17, as two city council members provided information to clarify concerns…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor In the neighborhoods of the Northeast, from the historic streets of Scarritt Renaissance to the bustling corridors of Independence Avenue, a complex conversation is unfolding. For the first…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Actor Idris Elba was born in London and is best known for his role as Stringer Bell in HBO’s groundbreaking series The Wire. Others recognize him as DCI…
adminChase Pray, Missouri News Network JEFFERSON CITY — Two proposed bills would permit Missouri vendors to round cash transactions to the nearest 5 cents. House Bill 2819 and Senate Bill…
adminRyan Millan- PulleyEditorial Intern Multiple Missouri House Representatives are pushing legislation that’d require schools to teach and grade cursive writing, with the goal of making students proficient at reading and…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Long before it became a vacant lot, a public housing complex, or the proposed site of a state-run mental health facility, the land at Independence Avenue and The…
adminGary GoebelCertified Property Manager For many families, home ownership remains a cornerstone of the American Dream. Whether you are purchasing your first home or expanding an investment portfolio, understanding your…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor The scenic view atop Northeast’s historic Indian Mound will soon include a paved walking trail that will lead park visitors on an hourglass-shaped loop designed to create…
Bryan StalderBryan Stalder Contributor Set your alarms and stock up on coffee. A spectacular celestial show is headed for our neighborhood skies in the early hours of Tuesday, March 3. A total…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor The celebration for Healing House KC’s new Family Enrichment Center (4600 St. John Avenue), spilled out into the street on Friday, Feb. 13 as wellwishers, staff and…
adminDr. Adrienne B. Haynes, Esq. Not for profit corporations are entities created for public benefit and a purpose that is either charitable, educational, religious, or political. To best protect the…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Across the nation, nonprofit organization Cleaning for a Reason provides free home cleanings for those battling cancer and one local business owner has recently partnered with this…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor As spring approaches, many families in the Northeast will observe religious celebrations such as Lent, Ramadan, or Passover. For members of the Baha’i Faith, however, February and March…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor As the chill of winter gives way to the promise of spring, our Northeast community enters a season rich with spiritual observance, cultural celebration, and historical reflection. Across…
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