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‘No Kings’ organizers say 60K people across Missouri, 17K in Kansas City attended protests

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Thousands of Kansas Citians joined in “No Kings Day” protests over the weekend, which organizers say garnered millions of participants nationwide. 50501 stands for “50 protests, 50 states, 1 movement” and is a volunteer-led …

‘Our nation is in distress’: Thousands protest Trump in ‘No Kings’ rally at Kansas Statehouse

Share this post or save for later TOPEKA — Thousands of Kansans rallied Saturday at the Statehouse in Topeka as part of a nationwide backlash to President Donald Trump, hoisting signs, joining in pro-democracy chants and speaking out against immigration …

Thousands gather in Kansas City area for 'No Kings' protest against the Trump Administration

Thousands of protesters gathered in Kansas City's Country Club Plaza, Lee's Summit, Topeka and other cities to protest the actions of the Trump Administration. Hundreds of those gathered in Kansas City marched down West 47th Street, around the …

No Kings protesters in Lawrence decry authoritarianism, call for democracy

Share this post or save for later Hundreds of No Kings protesters gathered in Watson Park Saturday to join a nationwide wave of demonstrations to “reject authoritarianism — and show the world what democracy really looks like,” according to organizers. …

Thousands gather at Kansas Statehouse for ‘No Kings’ protest

TOPEKA — Thousands of demonstrators gathered Saturday outside the Kansas Statehouse to protest a military parade for the Army’s 250th anniversary and President Donald Trump’s policies, which they call anti-democratic. The peaceful crowd began at the …

Kansas City mayor blasts Missouri governor for activating National Guard before anti-Trump protests

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas on Thursday criticized Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe for activating the state’s National Guard ahead of this weekend’s anti-Trump protests, calling the action an “unnecessary escalation.” Dozens of “No Kings” protests are …

Rally for Democracy Held at Veteran Memorial

INDEPENDENCE – Buchanan County Democrats organized a peaceful protest for May 31 at the Buchanan County Veteran Memorial at the Court House as a “Rally for Democracy.” The rally drew about 65 participants, many taking turns standing along Highway 150 with …

Our Voice: Americans, We aren’t in Kansas any More, And its Beginning Not to Feel Like America, Either

Gulag prisoners working on the white sea canal in the Soviet Union. Their crime — disagreeing with Joseph Stalin. Public domain Trump has stepped over the line. Again. It is by design. The obscene behavior has gone so far over the line that millions of …

Kansas City Public Library awarded $500,000 to expand literacy, teen programs

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Public Library (KCPL) has been awarded a $500,000 grant to expand its programs, the Carnegie Corporation of New York announced Tuesday. The KCPL is one of 11 public library systems to receive a grant from the Carnegie …

This is what democracy looks like in Kansas: The courage to protest

From Public Power to Public Grocers in Canada: ‘Zoning Out’ for Economic Democracy

In Ontario, the public won control over hydroelectric power in 1910, but the task of democratizing this essential utility and economic staple was not an easy process. It started five years earlier when James Whitney, the Conservative Premier of Ontario, …

What participants saw at No Kings protests across the country

With thousands of Americans showing up in 1,500 cities for “No Kings” protests against President Donald Trump Saturday, I wanted to know what motivated people and what they experienced. So I did what any modern journalist would do: I posted a question on …

Crowd gathers in Great Bend for No Kings Rally

No Kings rallies took place Saturday at locations across the United States, including outside of the courthouses in Barton and Pawnee counties. The Great Bend event in Jack Kilby Square drew an estimated 175 protesters and about a dozen counter-protesters. …

Topeka rally draws thousands

TOPEKA — Thousands of Kansans participated in “No Kings” rallies Saturday as part of a nationwide backlash to President Donald Trump’s administration.  In Kansas, demonstrations included those held in Pittsburg, Lawrence, Ottawa, Lenexa, Salina, Kansas …

Trump Admin Accused of 'Grievous Harm' to Groups Fighting Abuse of Women

A national group of 17 state domestic violence and sexual assault coalitions today sued the Trump administration today, accusing it of causing "grievous harm" by imposing unlawful restrictions on grants issued by the Department of Justice (DOJ). …

Local Catholics lobbying senator on food program

Catholic Relief Services is working with Catholics on the ground in Arkansas to lobby U.S. Sen. John Boozman to intervene in the cancellation of the McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program.  The U.S. Department of …

WalletHub nationwide study ranks Utah among top 15 of most patriotic states in America

LOGAN – Patriotism is in the air now, what with Flag Day and the birthday of the U.S. Army just past and the nationwide celebration of the 4th of July just a couple of weeks away. That means that it’s time for WalletHub’s annual report to determine which …

Business dean named interim president at Haskell

August Rudisell/Lawrence TimesHaskell Indian Nations University Share this post or save for later The dean of the Haskell Indian Nations University College of Business has been named as interim president of the university. The U.S. Bureau of Indian …

MIKE POMPEO: Trump delivers major win for American steel workers where Biden failed

Fox News correspondent Christina Coleman has the latest on President Donald Trump’s announcement of a steel manufacturing partnership between U.S. Steel and Japan’s Nippon Steel on ‘Fox News @ Night.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President …

How Historical U.S.-Iran Tensions and Global Events Influenced Today’s Middle East Crisis

Veteran tech executive and geopolitical commentator Maury Blackman connects today’s crisis in the Middle East to decades of failed deterrence SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a compelling new opinion piece …

New Poll Alert: Amid Mixed Approval Ratings, Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson has Abundant Messaging Opportunities

New Survey shows Mayor Brandon Johnson has mixed approval ratings, but tremendous opportunity for growth CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A newly released poll conducted by the 2040 Strategy Group offers a nuanced …

Leadership Expert William B. Gilmore Announces the Release of Leadership: The Path to Success

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- William B. Gilmore, MRCP, MPA, a seasoned leader with decades of experience transforming public and private sector organizations, is pleased to announce the upcoming release of …

Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association Condemns Politicization of Federal Law Enforcement from Elected Officials

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) National President Mathew Silverman condemned the response to recent public remarks by elected officials that have …

43 Organizations Release Policy Guidelines for Congress, Trump to Improve Health Outcomes of Underserved Populations

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Health Equity Collaborative (HEC) united a diverse community of dozens of national, public health, patient advocacy, civil rights, and multicultural organizations to …

NCJAR Met with Lawmakers in DC to Advocate for Housing & Homeownership

NCJAR met with lawmakers to advocate for housing access during the 2025 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings in D.C. MORRISTOWN, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During the 2025 National Association of REALTORS® Legislative …

NYC Mayor Eric Adams & Dr Raj Bhayani FIPA President Honor Healthcare Achievers of New York

In a historic event, NYC Mayor Eric Adams & Dr Raj Bhayani FIPA President Honor Healthcare Achievers of New York at Gracie Mansion, Mayors official home. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York City Mayor …

Texas 5,000 Acre AI Data Center Site Fast Tracks 500 MW Behind-Meter Power

Texas Panhandle site offers 750 MW wind, 1 GW gas, and 250 MW BTM power—no PPAs signed, fully customizable to end-user load profiles. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A 5,000-acre Panhandle campus listed by Roxanne …

Food4Education Urges African Governments to Make School Feeding a Right, Not a Privilege

This Day of the African Child, nearly 60 million African children risk going hungry in school as government funding falls short. NAIROBI, KENYA, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Africa marks the Day of the African Child under the African …

K Altman Law Offers Support to Student-Athletes Following Historic NCAA $2.8 Billion Settlement

DETRIOT, MI, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the House v. NCAA settlement approved, which provides $2.8 billion in back damages and establishes a revenue-sharing model across Division I schools, K Altman Law is urging …

Mahmood Alam Launches Mission Mandu 2025, Focused on Education and Migration

Veteran Jharkhand agitator Mahmood Alam announces campaign agenda to address healthcare, education, industry, and worker migration in Mandu constituency. HAZARIBAGH, JHARKHAND, INDIA, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Political and social …

Sanctions are lifting, but Syrians still can’t go home

On May 23, President Donald Trump’s administration suspended the majority of sanctions on Syria, marking the most sweeping shift in the policy of the United States toward Damascus in over a decade. But lifting sanctions will not magically make Syria safe …

Law enforcement representatives from Ukraine build knowledge around Advance Passenger Information and passenger data ...

Law enforcement representatives from Ukraine built their knowledge of how to develop a passenger data system for the processing of Advance Passenger Information (API) during a study visit organized by the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, jointly with …

HKABA QLD & InvestHK hosted an event on Hong Kong's F&B sector, highlighting business opportunities

HKABA QLD and InvestHK’s Tourism and Hospitality Team co-organised an event on catering and food & beverage sector to promote Hong Kong business opportunities BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On 13 June, …

Patriot Mobile Congratulates Trump Mobile on Its New Launch

Grapevine, TX, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Patriot Mobile, America’s only Christian conservative wireless provider that has, for over 12 years, given back to organizations fighting for America’s freedom, today congratulates the Trump Mobile team on …

Patient Advocates to Issue Formal Complaint on Behalf of Patients Charged User Fees at Private Clinics

Attn: Newsdesk/Assignment Editor TORONTO, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Health Coalition will be joined by patients from across Ontario in a press conference (by Zoom) as they announce that they have filed formal complaints on behalf of …

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Leads Trusted Health Organizations in Urging Congress to Protect Investments in ...

Chicago, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals, sent a letter to key members of Congress on Friday, June 13, 2025, urging them to reject proposed cuts …

Wreaths Across America Executive Director Honored with Colonel Roger H.C. Donlon Patriot Award

COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine and KANSAS CITY, Kan., June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wreaths Across America (WAA) proudly announces that Karen Worcester, co-founder and executive director of the nonprofit organization, is the 2025 recipient of the Colonel Roger …

Animal Alliance of Canada Urges an Immediate Suspension of Manitoba’s Spring Bear Hunt in Response to Rampant Wildfires

TORONTO, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National animal protection organization Animal Alliance of Canada is calling on the government of Manitoba to order an immediate suspension of the current black bear hunt in light of continuing active wildfires. …

Young people from Central Asia, Afghanistan and Mongolia build knowledge on security sector governance and reform, ...

Students and young journalists from Central Asia took a deep dive into youth, security, and the role of media freedom at a summer school course organized by the OSCE in co-operation with the Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance (DCAF) from 8 to 13 …