Mary Sanchez

Reporter

Mary Sanchez is a nationally syndicated columnist with Tribune Content Agency. She has also been a metro columnist for The Kansas City Star and member of the Star’s editorial board, in addition to her years spent reporting on race, class, criminal justice and educational issues. Sanchez is a native of Kansas City.

Stories by Mary Sanchez

Mother and daughter, Jazmin Marmolejo and Erika Gaitan carried a supply of decorations to a site in Northeast Kansas City this week, items that they used to create a tribute to the memory of Victor Marmolejo, their son and brother.

Grappling with Grief During Día de los Muertos

By Mary Sanchez | November 3, 2023

Día de los Muertos as a festive, yet reverent Memorial Day. Some local Mexican Americans embrace it to honor loved ones lost to crime and violence.

Local elected and civic officials stood for photos at the conclusion of an update on Israel held in the boardroom of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce.

KC’s Support for Israel Built on Defining Antisemitism

By Mary Sanchez | October 31, 2023

Strong political support for Israel in Kansas City is the product of years of work in educating the public about antisemitism.

A row of homes in the Santa Fe neighborhood, where violent crime is on the decline.

New Program Offers Hope for Reducing Violent Crime in KC

By Mary Sanchez | October 11, 2023

Results from the first year of the KC 360 program are showing progress in reducing violent crime in Kansas City's historic Santa Fe neighborhood.

City Hall and the Jackson County Courthouse at the center of the downtown Kansas City skyline.

Local Governments Ponder Property Tax Levies, as Questions Swirl About Break for Seniors

By Mary Sanchez | October 5, 2023

Schools, libraries and other local units of governments are setting new levies to adjust for the impact of soaring property tax assessments.

Iola Riley reminisces while looking at the photo album commemorating her and her husband Ernest's 50-year wedding anniversary.

Aging in Place is a Struggle in Kansas City

By Mary Sanchez, Cody Boston | September 21, 2023

Caregiving is an act of love. Countless gestures of kindness are required. They are essential for people aging in place aging with dignity in Kansas City.