Family of first Black Kansas City, Kansas, police chief longs to revive namesake park Cortlynn Stark, The Kansas City Star
Feb. 28 Editor s note: During the month of February, in honor of Black History Month and the vibrant Black community in Kansas City, The Star will feature profiles of Black Kansas Citians by telling their stories and highlighting their businesses, causes, and passions.
As Karen Daniels pushed her 8-year-old grandson Leland on the now lopsided swing, its chains creaked.
Her 9-year-old granddaughter Queen swung beside him, legs going back and forward to propel herself higher. Three other grandchildren, 13-year-old King, 7-year-old Empress and 1-year-old Alonzo, waited for their turns.