Missouri family turns 6-year-old’s rare cancer battle into new laws aimed at finding a cure

by: Malik Jackson

Posted: Jul 23, 2026 / 12:14 PM CDT

Updated: Jul 23, 2026 / 12:14 PM CDT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — What began as the worst day of one Missouri family’s life has become a statewide effort to help children facing rare diseases.

Last May, 5-year-old June Steinmeyer was taken to Children’s Mercy Hospital, where doctors delivered devastating news,continue reading …