Kansas City Faces Two Big Questions After Riots
Kansas City residents confront two perplexing questions after last week's unprecedented racial violence. Officials seek causes, remedies, and ways to prevent further unrest as the city reels from the bloody events. Local leaders and community groups urge calm and prompt investigations.
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Riots prompt calls to shoot looters and curb unrest
Senator Russell Long urged police to shoot looters fleeing arrest during riot suppression. He argued strong enforcement may cost lives but favors harsh action against arsonists and thieves. The Kansas City riots after Martin Luther King Jr. death left six dead, 100+ injured, 500+ arrested, and widespread fire damage.
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April 30 Deadline Set for Homestead Tax Filing
Property owners must render property for taxation and apply for the residence homestead exemption by April 30. The exemption allows up to 3000 dollars of property valuation off state taxes. county or special district taxes are not included. Only the owner may file. mortgage holders cannot render or apply. The minimum exemption equals 14.10 dollars at the current 47 cent rate per 100 of valuation.
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