For TKC readers addicted to looking at all things local . . . Just a quick reminder that Kansas City police constantly work to protect the community and, in our view, the job really is public service despite attempts by some activists to villainize OR the blather right-wing talkers who forget that the impact of law enforcement is lost without community cooperation and support.
Accordingly . . . Forgive us a bit of nice news as we continue to struggle getting into the holiday spirit . . .
The Kansas City Police Department is hosted a coat giveaway Thursday night at the KCPD South Patrol Gym to distribute hundreds of new winter coats to those in need.The event aims to distribute 800 winter coats to children and adults, thanks to donations collected by the KCPD and the community.
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Free winter coats to be distributed by KCPD to support community
KCPD hands out 1,200 free coats, hot cocoa to help families stay warm in Kansas City
Kansas City police and partners handed out more than 1,200 free coats, gloves and hats to help families stay warm as temperatures drop across the metro.
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Kansas City, Mo., police officers bring holiday cheer by shopping with more than 100 kids
More than 130 children got to shop with Kansas City Missouri police officers Wednesday at a Target store. Each child received $100 to spend on gifts as part of the annual "Shop with a Cop" program.