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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 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,…
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…
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 Kaldenburg, 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 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 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 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…
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 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…
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…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor The first public session seeking feedback to extend KC Streetcar services eastward was held on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at Keystone CoLab (800 E. 18th St.). This feedback…
adminRyan Millan- PulleyEditorial Intern Last month, Northeast High School announced a brand new boxing program for students. This program provides students with a positive outlet for stress, and teaches them…
Bryan Stalderphoto submitted by Life Recovery Church Bryan StalderContributor What began in a living room with seven people—six local residents and one participant joined by Zoom—has grown into a recovery-centered church…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor The legacy of one of Kansas City’s most influential civil rights icons is coming to the forefront this month as the Kansas City Public Library prepares to host…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor From jingling bells to beating on drums, making rhythmic noise is the sound of music created during a new class offered for children on Saturdays mornings. Led…
Daisy Garcia MontoyaPara leer esta historia en español, haga clic en el menú que se encuentra en la esquina superior derecha de la ventana de su navegador. Daisy Garcia Montoya Education Reporter Northeast’s…
adminGary GoebelCertified Property Manager For many residents, buying a home is one of the largest financial decisions they will ever make. But local real estate professionals say first-time and repeat…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Concerned residents and City government representatives came together on Thursday, January 29, to address questions amid the approval of City Council Ordinance #260061 passed on January 15,…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor To honor the Feast Day for St. John Bosco, the patron saint for magicians and school children, the Don Bosco Community Center (526 Campbell Ave.) hosted a…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor As the United States approaches a historic milestone — the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding — communities across the country are kicking off a yearlong series of…
adminDr. Adrienne B. Haynes, Esq. As Valentine’s Day approaches, I am thinking about the SEED Law client couples we’ve worked with over the years. It’s been great to learn from…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Kansas City has a robust lineup of events for Black History Month in February 2026. A major highlight this year is the celebration of the 100th anniversary of…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Kansas City’s most spirited Fat Tuesday tradition is back, and the beads are ready to fly. The Northeast Kansas City Chamber of Commerce invites the community to celebrate…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor The Pendleton Heights Community Garden may be blanketed with snow, but planning for the spring planting season is well underway, as neighbors and gardeners came together…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor The patron saint for magicians and school children will be honored during a celebration on Sunday, Feb.1, featuring a traditional Italian meal and performances by local magicians…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor As temperatures dip and winter weather settles into Kansas City, a few basic precautions can make the difference between a quiet cold snap and a costly or dangerous…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Jackson County Legislature Chair Manny Abarca announced plans on Tuesday, January 27 to advance new legislation aimed at limiting the expansion of private detention facilities, positioning the county…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Kansas City officials voted last week (Thursday , January 15) to relocate the site of a long-planned municipal detention center — a project approved by voters just nine…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor A multiple-block housing complex that is awaiting demolition and reconstruction has been the site for numerous arson fires as tenants were relocated and buildings have been vacated.…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Amid an afternoon of swirling snowflakes mixed with sawdust, crews with Alpha & Omega Complete Tree Care made the final cut that brought Frank the Liberty Tree…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor An incident at Independence Avenue and Monroe on Sunday, Jan. 4 has renewed a long-running and often contentious debate in Kansas City over food sharing, private property rights,…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor On the afternoon of Sunday, January 11, The Museum of Kansas City (3218 Gladstone Blvd) was filled with conversation, the soft rhythm of bamboo whisks, and the earthy…
Bryan StalderInvestigation Shows No Direct Threat to Community Bryan StalderContributor On the morning of Tuesday, January 6, several parents dropping off students at Garfield Elementary School (436 Prospect Ave) grew alarmed…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) envisions a new educational facility and campus to expand learning opportunities on the site of the current Woodland Elementary site. Funding for…
Dorri PartainDorri PartainManaging Editor Since the initial announcement last December that Frank — a 250-year-old burr oak known as “the Liberty Tree”— would need to be removed, an outpouring of memories…
adminFai BealContributor Hello neighbors. I am a Community Wellness Ambassador and I have been faithfully attending classes at the Kansas City Health Department, serving Kansas City, Missouri. I want to…
adminDr. Adrienne B. Haynes, Esq. Relationships are the lifeline of a business. Relationships help you better understand your client and customers, financially sustain your business, and ensure that you can…
Bryan StalderBryan StalderContributor Mattie Rhodes Center is expanding its community-based violence prevention efforts deeper into Historic Northeast Kansas City, announcing this month that its ParateXPaz program will now serve the Independence…
Bryan StalderPara leer esta historia en español, haga clic en el menú que se encuentra en la esquina superior derecha de la ventana de su navegador. Bryan StalderContributor For decades, Venezuela…
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