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Storm photographer Stephen Locke chases raging weather beauty (with video)

Stephen Locke has created a niche that sets his Tempest Gallery apart from other storm chasers. He sells IMAX-quality, hi-def time-lapse videos to producers around the world for science programming.

Local

Report notes terrorist encounters at KCI

The report on terrorism threats in the Kansas City area lists Kansas City International Airport as a key hub for terrorist travel, but authorities say that doesn’t mean travelers need to panic.

Royals

Billy Butler’s pinch-hit blast lifts Royals past Indians

Billy Butler swung the baseball bat Friday like he wants back in the lineup. On the bench to start a game for the second time in three days, Butler watched the Royals surrender a three-run lead. But his two-run blast over the left-field bullpen in the eighth inning broke a tie and paved the way for a 6-4 Royals triumph.

Local

Chefs from across the country learn about Kansas City barbecue

More than 1,000 chefs are in Kansas City for the American Culinary Federation’s National Convention. Before the convention, ACF chefs were invited to participate in a Kansas City Barbeque Society-sanctioned competition.

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Chow Town

Soda pop strikes back

Authentic root beers, ginger ales, citrus and herbal soft drinks made with real sugar and bottled in glass are bringing back long-lost tastes of summer.

Chow Town

Soda pop strikes back

Authentic root beers, ginger ales, citrus and herbal soft drinks made with real sugar and bottled in glass are bringing back long-lost tastes of summer.

Stargazing

Eric Stonestreet refused to be photographed with Rick Santorum

Here’s a heads-up to any politician out there who doesn’t support gay marriage: Please don’t ask Eric Stonestreet to pose with you.

Red Zone

Chiefs will hold junior training camp as part of Family Fun Day on Saturday

Saturday’s event, filled on a first come, first serve basis, is limited to 250 participants. The camp is designed for boys and girls in grades three through eight to learn and practice football skills through multiple drills.

Stargazing

Morgan Freeman sucks on helium, hilarity ensues

Morgan Freeman is such a good sport. When Jimmy Fallon asked him to take a drag on a helium balloon, the velvet-voiced actor obliged. And we’re so glad that he did.

Chow Town

Not too sweet or sour make huckleberries perfect fit for recipes

Huckleberries are typically smaller than a blueberry, not too sweet, not too sour, just right.

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