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Leavenworth Detention Facility Reopens | Kansas City News
CoreCivic’s Leavenworth detention facility has reopened just nine days after city approval — sparking alarm among residents and officials. Despite strict conditions including a special use permit, performance agreement, and community oversight, the city is now scrambling to verify if those terms still hold after CoreCivic’s recent sale. Local leaders, including Mayor Janet Bauder, admit surprise and disappointment, while activists like Miranda Richards warn of operational risks based on past experiences. With legal teams racing to assess the validity of permits within days, the community…
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