Local Government News

Emanuel Cleaver addresses healthcare costs and economic policies on social media

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver discusses key policy issues via tweets dated November 19, 2024.

By SE Kansas City News | Nov 19, 2024

Emanuel Cleaver discusses infrastructure law benefits and international support

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver highlights infrastructure improvements from a new law and stresses continued U.S. support for Ukraine amidst ongoing conflicts with Russia as of mid-November 2024.

By SE Kansas City News | Nov 19, 2024

Latest News

Local Government

Emanuel Cleaver discusses CDC report and economic policy concerns

By SE Kansas City News | Nov 18, 2024

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver shared insights on declining street drug deaths per a CDC report while criticizing economic policies benefiting wealthy individuals over working-class families in tweets dated November 18, 2024

Local Government

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver highlights legislative efforts against deed fraud

By SE Kansas City News | Nov 18, 2024

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver discusses critical issues like deed fraud and infrastructure development in recent tweets dated November 18, 2024.

Local Government

Infrastructure law supports Missouri projects says Rep. Emanuel Cleaver

By SE Kansas City News | Nov 18, 2024

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver discussed on November 18th how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is impacting Missouri's 5th district through job creation and vital project funding such as traffic safety improvements and lead pipe replacements

Local Government

Independence Fire Department Issues Burn Ban for February 29

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 28, 2024

The Independence Fire Department has issued a burn ban for Thursday, February 29, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The ban comes as a precautionary measure due to dry conditions and forecasted high winds.In a statement, the Independence Fire Department urged the community to take necessary precautions to prevent fires. They emphasized the importance of fire safety measures, stating, "Please help protect yourself and your property by practicing fire safety."As part of the safety guidelines, residents are advised to properly dispose of smoking materials, fireplace logs, and...

Local Government

Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Jackson County rise or fall in 2021?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Jackson County received $3 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

Local Government

Cities Respond to Recent Court Decision on Property Tax Assessments

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 27, 2024

The Cities of Blue Springs and Independence have responded to the recent court decision concerning property tax assessments in Jackson County. The court's ruling on the petition for a writ of mandamus related to the biennial property assessments conducted in 2023 has prompted the cities to consider alternative avenues for addressing the issues raised.According to an unnamed spokesperson for the Cities of Blue Springs and Independence, "The court has denied the petition, suggesting the issues raised should be addressed through the state legislature and the State Tax...

Local Government

5,324 Jackson County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 25, 2024

Farms in Jackson County received $11,089,845 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Local Government

How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Clay County receive in 2021?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Clay County received $11,418,597 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Local Government

Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Cass County farmers in 2021 reached $14,436,848

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Cass County received $14,436,848 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Local Government

Exciting March Activities and Events at Palmer Center in Independence, MO

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 23, 2024

The Palmer Center in Independence, MO has announced a range of activities and events for the month of March. The center, dedicated to improving the overall health of adults 60+, is set to host a variety of engaging programs throughout the month.One of the highlighted programs for March is the Aging Mastery Program (AMP), which will run from March 26 to May 28. According to the National Council on Aging, this program offers a comprehensive approach to living well in older age. Participants can expect sessions on topics such as healthy eating, financial fitness, medication...

Local Government

How much did farmers in Lafayette County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Lafayette County received $9,954,156 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Local Government

Reps. Cleaver, Chavez-DeRemer Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Affordable Housing, Remove Bureaucratic Barriers Within Housing Voucher Program

By SE Kansas City News Report | Jul 15, 2023

This week, U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO), Ranking Member of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance, and Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR) re-introduced the Choice in Affordable Housing Act to expand access to affordable housing for American families

Local Government

Rep. Cleaver, Senator Warner Introduce Legislation to Help First-Time, First-Generation Homebuyers Narrow the Wealth Gap

By SE Kansas City News Report | Jul 14, 2023

The LIFT Homebuyers Act establishes program to help first-time, first-generation homebuyers – disproportionately Americans of color – accelerate wealth building through homeownership

Local Government

Rep. Cleaver Introduces Bill to Ensure Incarcerated Individuals Have Greater Access to Support Services When Returning to Their Communities

By SE Kansas City News Report | Jul 1, 2023

Cleaver’s Reentry Resource Guide Act would support state efforts to maintain a digital resource center for incarcerated individuals ready for reentry to their community

Local Government

Rep. Cleaver Highlights Local Impact of $400,000 in Community Project Funding for SAVE, Inc., PRIDE Haven

By SE Kansas City News Report | Jun 30, 2023

On June 28, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (MO-05) hosted a check presentation and press conference to highlight the $400,000 in Community Project Funding he was able to secure for SAVE, Inc and PRIDE Haven

Local Government

Reps. Cleaver, Davids Announce $14,880,000 in Federal Transportation Funding for KCATA

By SE Kansas City News Report | Jun 29, 2023

The funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will support continued development of the SAMPLE Corridor and sustainable transportation in the Kansas City region

Local Government

Rep. Cleaver, Senator Booker Reintroduce Legislation to Bring Transparency to College and University Endowments, Ensure Equal Opportunity for Diverse Asset Managers

By SE Kansas City News Report | Jun 24, 2023

On June 22, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) reintroduced the Endowment Transparency Act to bring transparency and accountability to college and university endowment funds across the country

Local Government

Reps. Cleaver, Espaillat, Trone Lead Bicameral Action Urging Due Process for Unjustly Deported Individuals

By SE Kansas City News Report | Jun 23, 2023

This week, U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver, II (MO-05), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), David Trone (MD-06), and Senator Cory Booker (NJ) led colleagues in a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas urging DHS to conduct a centralized and more streamlined process for reviewing petitions from individuals who were unjustly or wrongfully deported from the United States

SE Kansas City News

Local Government News

Emanuel Cleaver addresses healthcare costs and economic policies on social media

Emanuel Cleaver discusses infrastructure law benefits and international support

Latest News

Emanuel Cleaver discusses CDC report and economic policy concerns

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver highlights legislative efforts against deed fraud

Infrastructure law supports Missouri projects says Rep. Emanuel Cleaver

Independence Fire Department Issues Burn Ban for February 29

Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Jackson County rise or fall in 2021?

Cities Respond to Recent Court Decision on Property Tax Assessments

5,324 Jackson County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Clay County receive in 2021?

Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Cass County farmers in 2021 reached $14,436,848

Exciting March Activities and Events at Palmer Center in Independence, MO

How much did farmers in Lafayette County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

Reps. Cleaver, Chavez-DeRemer Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Affordable Housing, Remove Bureaucratic Barriers Within Housing Voucher Program

Rep. Cleaver, Senator Warner Introduce Legislation to Help First-Time, First-Generation Homebuyers Narrow the Wealth Gap

Rep. Cleaver Introduces Bill to Ensure Incarcerated Individuals Have Greater Access to Support Services When Returning to Their Communities

Rep. Cleaver Highlights Local Impact of $400,000 in Community Project Funding for SAVE, Inc., PRIDE Haven

Reps. Cleaver, Davids Announce $14,880,000 in Federal Transportation Funding for KCATA

Rep. Cleaver, Senator Booker Reintroduce Legislation to Bring Transparency to College and University Endowments, Ensure Equal Opportunity for Diverse Asset Managers

Reps. Cleaver, Espaillat, Trone Lead Bicameral Action Urging Due Process for Unjustly Deported Individuals

Other Publications

News

Marketing

More Info