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More than $2 million in Kansas grant awards given to support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault

By Gabe Swartz Click here for updates on this story     TOPEKA, Kansas (KCTV) — Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly announced Monday that more than $2 million in grant awards will be given to improve how the state supports victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, rape and stalking. The grants are provided through the Federal

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Homicide at scene of apartment fire marks latest incident of violence against transgender women in Milwaukee

By Michele Fiore Click here for updates on this story     MILWAUKEE (WDJT) — A shocking discovery at an apartment fire this weekend has those in Milwaukee’s LGBTQ community, again, asking why. Cashay Henderson is now the fourth transgender woman whose life was taken in Milwaukee just in the last nine months. This latest death is

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Chicago leaders back measure to ensure uninterrupted next of kin benefits for fallen first responders

By CBS Chicago Team Click here for updates on this story     CHICAGO (WBBM) — Local leaders are coming together to show support for legislation benefitting the families of fallen first responders. Illinois State Rep. Dave Vella (D-Rockford) has introduced a measure to ensure families of fallen first responders and military will get uninterrupted state benefits.

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