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Kharissa Parker
Feb 81 min read
Vine Street Brewing in the running for USA TODAY's Best New Brewery
Did you know Vine Street Brewing is the first Black-owned brewery in the state of Missouri? In addition to really good beer, they also...


Kharissa Parker
Feb 61 min read
Former NFL cornerback invents impact safety technology; Underground at Kauffman Center
Following his retirement in 2010, former NFL cornerback Shawn Springs invented a technology that protects players from the damages caused...

Kharissa Parker
Feb 51 min read
Morning Brunch: Hattie McDaniel and Black women who have won an Oscar
Well, today will be added to the list of my FOX4 firsts as I made my on camera debut! We have a new streaming app called WDAF+ available...


Kharissa Parker
Feb 51 min read
Ruby Jean's expands, The Black Pantry moves
This story is about two Black-owned businesses making big moves that inspire, empower, and build up our community. Take a look as Pat...


Kharissa Parker
Feb 41 min read
Black Movie Hall of Fame: Hattie McDaniel
In honor of Black History Month, I teamed up with our resident film critic Shawn Edwards to create Black Movie Hall of Fame segments....


Kharissa Parker
Jan 311 min read
Dwayne Wade opens up about cancer scare
On this particular morning, my boyfriend sent me a text asking if I heard about Dwayne Wade having cancer. I hadn't heard anything about...


Kharissa Parker
Jan 291 min read
Interview with NFL Director of Experiences Nicki Ewell
This interview was my first time coordinating and producing a LIVE Zoom interview. I had no idea how many people were involved in making...


Kharissa Parker
Jan 241 min read
Startland News hosts 10 Startups to Watch in 2025 Summit
This year is off to a good start! I had the honor of speaking at “10 Startups to Watch in 2025 Summit” hosted by Startland News. I was...

Kharissa Parker
Dec 24, 20241 min read
The best Black Christmas movies, according to Entertainment Weekly
While movies like Elf (my favorite!) and A Christmas Story are super popular during the holidays, there are plenty of Black Christmas...


Kharissa Parker
Dec 13, 20241 min read
Kansas City G.I.F.T. brings Black Santa to Holiday Business Market
Representation matters — even on the holidays. That's why Kansas City G.I.F.T. will have Black Santa at this year's Holiday Black...


Kharissa Parker
Dec 13, 20241 min read
Giving Hope & Help's 12th Annual Feminine Hygiene Drive & Expo
Giving Hope & Help is a local non-profit organization on a mission to end period poverty. The organization also helps survivors of...

Kharissa Parker
Dec 11, 20241 min read
7th Celebration of Black Cinema & TV
The Critics Choice Association hosted its 7th Annual Celebration of Black Cinema & TV on Monday, December 9 — an event that originated in...

Kharissa Parker
Dec 11, 20241 min read
CNN selects Chiefs photo by The Star's Emily Curiel among top photos of 2024
A moment frozen in time was captured by Emily Curiel of the Kansas City Star during the coldest Chiefs game in franchise history.

Kharissa Parker
Dec 11, 20241 min read
The Carters stunt on the red carpet for the world premiere of "Mufasa: The Lion King"
Jay-Z, Tina Knowles, Beyoncé, and Blue Ivy Carter make a stunning appearance during the world premiere of "Mufasa: The Lion King."...

Kharissa Parker
Dec 11, 20241 min read
Remembering Nikki Giovanni
On FOX4 News at noon, we honored the life and legacy of Nikki Giovanni who passed away on Monday, December 9.


Kharissa Parker
Dec 6, 20241 min read
Belichick and girlfriend make first red carpet appearance, reports say he could return to coaching
Multiple reports have surfaced that Bill Belichick is entertaining the idea of coaching on a college level. According to sources, he...


Kharissa Parker
Dec 2, 20241 min read
Former KCK police detective Roger Golubski found dead on first day of federal trial
This particular story showed me just how fast news can change. I started the day expecting to cover day one of Golubski's federal trial...


Kharissa Parker
Nov 27, 20241 min read
KC G.I.F.T. brings back Small Business Saturday Black Business Market
Small Business Saturday is this weekend and KC G.I.F.T. is bringing back its Black Business Market. On FOX4 News at noon, we share how...


Kharissa Parker
Nov 22, 20241 min read
Election and X's new terms of service policy influences more users to join Bluesky app
I went down a little rabbit hole about the relatively new Bluesky app. Where did it come from? Why is it growing so fast? Who created it?...

Kharissa Parker
Nov 19, 20241 min read
Startland hosts 12th Social Change Showcase
Startland is getting ready for its 12th Social Change Showcase this Thursday and you're invited to support and network with the interns...
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