Woman killed in traffic accident was Benedictine student
Becca Lueke, who graduated last spring from St. Teresa’s Academy, was a star basketball player. She was a freshman at Benedictine College in Atchison.
Sporting KC celebrates MLS Cup
Fans filled the Sprint Festival Plaza at Union Station from wall to wall Monday evening to help the team enjoy the Major League Soccer championship won on Saturday. To a loud reception, Sporting KC players lined the stage and passed the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy down the line, some taking a moment to kiss the cup.
World leaders, South Africans honor Mandela
U.S. President Barack Obama exhorted the world Tuesday to embrace Nelson Mandela's universal message of peace and justice, electrifying tens of thousands of rain-lashed spectators and prompting a standing ovation by scores of heads of state in a South African stadium.
It’s gotta be the shoes: Chiefs say longer cleats helped in win at snowy Washington
There were a record 90 total touchdowns in the 14 NFL games Sunday, six by the Chiefs in their 45-10 triumph at Washington. What made the record so astounding were the frightful weather conditions at most of the games. But footing was not an issue for the Chiefs, whose equipment manager Allen Wright changed his players’ cleats for longer ones before the game.
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Roller Warriors Girls Flat Track Derby
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Pipefitters union Local 533 Christmas Party
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Ugly Sweater Run
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Merriam’s Santa Arrival and Christmas Dinner
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Red Stocking Breakfast
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Mission’s Holiday Lights and Festive Sights
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Prairie Village Tree Lighting 2013
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Red X Wine Tasting
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Kanye West concertgoers at the Sprint Center
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Chiefs vs. Broncos tailgaters
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Toys and crafts shows at KCI Expo
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City Market’s Whoville Holidays
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Time magazine: Missouri No. 1 state for drinking
Last week, Time magazine published a list of “The 3 Best and 3 Worst States in America for Drinking” — and Missouri was at the top of the “best” list.
KU’s Embiid grows as a basketball player
Kansas coach Bill Self compares Joel Embiid to a young Hakeem Olajuwon, another African center who grew up playing soccer, and Embiid appears to improve a little more each day.
President of Missouri Education Board defends Chris Nicastro amid calls for resignation
Eight Democratic lawmakers on Monday called on Chris Nicastro to resign as Missouri’s education commissioner, accusing her of abusing her power. In response, Peter Herschend, the president of the state’s Board of Education, said people are reacting prematurely to an evolving process to change the Kansas City Public Schools.
You can live the suite life in KC’s fanciest hotel rooms
A night in a luxury hotel suite can set you back more than a few greenbacks. But to our way of thinking, what a way to escape reality for one night. Luxe everywhere you look. Incredible views. Room service! Maybe a crackling fire, some flowing Champagne, a Jacuzzi tub and king-size bed awaiting.
Pioneering politician Sarah Snow, KC’s first woman candidate for mayor, dies at age 91
Sarah Snow, a former Kansas City councilwoman and the city’s first woman candidate for mayor, died Saturday in her sleep at age 91. People fondly remember Snow, who was defeated in 1975 by incumbent Mayor Charles Wheeler, as a devoted advocate for the Northland and for the city as a whole.
'Sound of Music' actress Eleanor Parker dies at 91
Eleanor Parker, who was nominated for Academy Awards three times for her portrayals of strong-willed women and played a scheming baroness in "The Sound of Music," has died at 91.
Royals’ Yost says Hochevar, Davis in line for jobs in 2014 rotation
The working plan for putting together the Royals’ rotation, two weeks prior to Christmas, is to give a long spring look to Luke Hochevar and Wade Davis for the final two slots. Either Hochevar, Davis or both could return to the bullpen if any of the club’s three young starters — Danny Duffy, Yordano Ventura and Kyle Zimmer — pitch their way into the rotation in spring training.
Sam Montague, age 101 ‘and a half,’ has been a campaigner all his life
Sam Montague is 101 “and a half,” says his daughter Lisa Montague. When a father lives that long, the half-years become vitally important to count. Dementia has taken some of Montague’s ability to recall the events of his life, but it’s a long list that deserves recognition from Kansas Citians.
Defensive player of the year Michael Sam leads four Tigers on all-SEC team
Missouri’s Michael Sam was chosen Southeastern Conference defensive player of the year Monday by the Associated Press. Sam led the SEC in sacks with 10 1/2 and tackles for loss with 18.
GSA bringing 900 employees to Two Pershing Square near Union Station
The federal government has picked the new home for 900 employees currently at the Bannister Federal Complex with the move expected to begin one year from now. The decision to lease about 140,000 square feet in the 11-story building at 2300 Main St. was made after a year-long search of downtown properties.
Battle of creative chili fanatics warms a cold night (with recipes)
Just like the next Food Network or Bravo addict, I enjoy a good food fight. But more than anything in this entire world (except for an all-expense paid trip to Aruba for the winter), the cockles of my heart are warmed when people gather for their sheer, unadulterated Love of Food — and have fun with it. Especially in the name of chili.
Hoping for a hiring surge in 2014
Hiring is slowly increasing in some industries, but the new jobs generally aren’t the same as the old jobs. Anxiety is mixing with hope that 2014 will be a better year for job hunters and workers whose wages have stagnated.
Former altar boy sues national Catholic group, alleges defamation
Jon David Couzens, whose case prompted a wrongful-death lawsuit against the Kansas City-St. Joseph Diocese that resulted in a $2.25 million settlement, is suing the Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights. The lawsuit alleges that Catholic League President Bill Donohue published false statements about Couzens in news releases.
