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It’s a soccer extravaganza in Kansas City, with the city reaching its halfway point as a host city and the City Council set to consider a bond package to expand…
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As America gets set to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the fireworks are not the only things that will be hot. Expect heat and humidity this week.
Restoration of Black church in Parkville inspires rainbow coalition
The community has rallied around the restoration of Parkville, Missouri's, Washington Chapel. Built in 1907, the chapel has been a haven for a Black population that has not always been welcome in town.
The Declaration at 250: How Expansionism Helped Fuel A Revolution
British restrictions on moving west of the Appalachian Mountains were one reason some Americans, including Patrick Henry, took up arms against the British.
Hundreds of Bee Species Face Decline in Missouri and Kansas
Missouri and Kansas are home to approximately 400 different bee species, but just like around the country, those populations are declining.
Kansas City Home Builders Push Back on Energy Efficiency Rules, Blame Them for Housing Crunch
Homebuilders say Kansas City’s energy efficiency standards hinder housing construction and increase costs. Environmentalists say they combat climate change.
A Better Big Blue Battlefield | Part I
Preservationists have cleared and restored the historic Civil War site and added interpretative panels on walking trails.
Caregivers in KC: Asen’s Story
Part of Kansas City PBS' "Caregivers in KC" project: how one student benefits from the services at Lakemary in Paola, KS.
Cracking Egg-flation
Restaurant owners credit their relationships with local producers as the reason they remain unaffected by the the spike in egg prices.
Tax Holiday, Supply Drives Help Families Burdened by Back-to-School Costs
As families deal with daunting back-to-school bills, governments, school foundations and community groups are helping folks get students ready for school.
Kansas v. Missouri Stadium Battle Shows How States are Reigniting Border Wars
A bidding war for the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals may undermine a 2019 compact struck by Kansas and Missouri to end an economic border war.
Blue River Cleanup Targets Trash, Invasive Species
The Heartland Conservation Alliance is spearheading a $5 million cleanup along the waterway that flows through Kansas City.
Specialized Staff Serving Influx of Homeless Library Patrons
Library systems in and around Kansas City, Missouri, are hiring specialized staff to provide social services to the growing number of homeless patrons.
A Better Big Blue Battlefield in Kansas City | Part III
Reconciliation between the two sides included Union commander John Phillips eulogizing Confederate commander Joseph O. (J.O.) Shelby at his funeral.
Caregivers in KC: A Community of Care
By 2030, it's predicted that adults over the age of 60 will outnumber those under 18 for the first time in U.S. history. How are older residents and their caregivers equipped to meet the challenges inherent...
Missouri Food Assistance Applicants Hit ‘Bottleneck’
Imagine you have just been evicted, and that any documentation you had regarding income, health care expenses, utility costs, or other relevant paperwork got lost in the shuffle. That is a problem in and of...
Meet the Kansas City Public Schools board candidates for the April 2025 election
This story was originally published by The Beacon, an online news outlet focused on local, in-depth journalism in the public interest. Meet the Kansas City Public Schools board candidates for the April 2025...
A Black Friday Romp Through the Metro’s Shoplifting History
From 1864 to the present, law enforcement authorities have played cat-and-mouse with sticky-fingered "shoppers" in Kansas City and its suburbs
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World Cup Begins The wait is finally over. The first ball of the 2026 World Cup will be kicked Thursday, ushering in 5 ½ weeks of competition across the United States, Canada and Mexico. It's also opening d...
Nick’s Picks | Map, Plaza, Liquor and More … Preparing you for the week ahead, before it happens…
The gerrymandered Missouri congressional map approved by the General Assembly's Republican majority goes before the state Supreme Court, and more ...
Nick’s Picks | Veep, Zoo, Fireworks and More … Preparing you for the week ahead, before it happens
A new giraffe exhibit at the Kansas City Zoo is just one of many happenings occurring in KC this week, including a visit from the U.S. vice president.
KU Center Helps Women Gain Foothold After Incarceration The Center for Digital Inclusion works with justice...
Staff member Jodi Whitt illustrates the power of KU's Center for Digital Inclusion in helping justice-involved women.
Nick’s Picks | Messi, Jail, Buses, and More … Preparing you for the week ahead, before it happens…
Big news in Kansas City includes the opening of the new transitional jail, the return of bus fares, the opening of a new concert venue, and more ...
World Cup ‘Statement Piece’ Evokes Best Version of Kansas City We can embrace diversity in welcoming in...
Local artist Jeremy Bell created “Heartland Rising: Golden Goal 2026” to commemorate Kansas City's role as a World Cup host city.