Kansas City Friday News Firestorm: Local Inferno, Credit Card Debt & High Society

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Man being treated for severe burns after townhome fire Friday evening

SOURCE: KMBC A man was taken to a hospital Friday evening after he was hurt in a fire at a townhome.Firefighters were called about 6 p.m. to Northwest Mokane Avenue near Caney Creek Drive in Kansas City and reported smoke and fire coming from the structure when they arrived.Authorities said an older man suffered severe burns and was taken to a hospital for treatment.The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Kansas City-area businesses optimistic about Black Friday shopping

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The holiday shopping season arrives with hope. Black Friday serves as an economic indicator and a benchmark retailers use to set their annual expectations. Cash registers across the Kansas City metro had that familiar ring on Black Friday, as merchants of all sizes welcomed customers to begin their holiday shopping.

How Kansas City's 50-year-old airport ranks among midsize peers - Kansas City Business Journal

The return of WSJ's U.S. airport rankings offers a look at the good and bad of Kansas City International Airport's current configuration - as well as some areas that will and won't be improved by a new terminal at #KCI. #MCI

Federal judge rejects daughter's request to attend Kevin Johnson's execution

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A federal judge has rejected a 19-year-old's request to attend her father's execution next week in Missouri. Kevin Johnson faces death by injection Tuesday for killing Kirkwood, Missouri, Police Officer William McEntee in 2005.

Initiative backed by Shopify funding expected to boost 500 Black-owned businesses in KC

Editor's note: KC BizCare is a financial supporter of Startland News. This story was produced independently by Startland News. KC BizCare announced a series of inclusive entrepreneurship initiatives Thursday, including a partnership with Operation HOPE that will provide 500 Black-owned businesses in Kansas City with resources to grow their businesses.

A Kansas City nonprofit uses sports to encourage Black kids to become lawyers

People of color become involved in the criminal justice system and are incarcerated at a disproportionate rate compared to white individuals. A Kansas City nonprofit is working to change that by introducing young Black people to the other side of the legal system.

Artist to Watch: Hillary Clemens - KC STUDIO

Featuring new work from three Charlotte Street Fellows - Andrew Mcilvaine, Harold Smith, Jr., and Johanna Winters - this year's Charlotte Street Visual Artist Awards exhibition is a study in what it means to be seen.

The (R)evolution of the 'Soft Black Girl'

Cia Michelle stood resolute on stage, boldly declaring "here lies the body of a strong Black girl" next to an empty casket. The audience watching the unorthodox musical responded as instructed, with a resounding "may she rest in peace."

The 72nd BOTAR Ball

October 15th was the date for the 72nd BOTAR Ball, which was held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. The Ball had a chinoiserie theme, enhanced by panels commemorating Our Town's landmarks. The lovely floral design was created by The Little Flower Shop.

Widespread rain expected to move in Saturday evening

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