Government & PoliticsKC congressional candidate was once accused of grooming. Here’s what he says nowA decade-old controversy threatens to upend a Democrat’s long shot campaign in a heavily Republican congressional district that includes the Northland. The Democratic hopeful firmly maintained his innocence in an interview with The Star.Updated June 11, 2026 at 7:59 AM
FBI offers large reward for man accused of firing shots on Kansas City highwaysJune 18, 2026 at 7:44 PM
Brother says KC manhunt subject set home on fire mid-standoff, displacing familyJune 18, 2026 at 3:09 PM
One of college softball’s best pitchers is embracing new role on KC DiamondsUpdated June 18, 2026 at 10:49 AM
KC property containing Ferris wheel and stalled Pennway Point sold. Future uncertainJune 18, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Tropical bird lost its way in Kansas City. Birders watch with awe, and some fearJune 18, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Government & PoliticsBonita Gooch, owner of The Community Voice, files to run against Rep. Ford CarrUpdated June 4, 2026 at 4:27 PM
ElectionsJohnson County fights election office proposal to close 8 early voting locationsUpdated June 3, 2026 at 11:47 AM
ElectionsUG official announces run for Kansas House. Would he keep his current role if elected?June 1, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Government & PoliticsMissourians legalized abortion in 2024. They could overturn it in NovemberUpdated May 23, 2026 at 9:37 AM
ElectionsHere’s what Crispin Rea says he’ll prioritize in his bid for Kansas City mayorMay 18, 2026 at 3:41 PM
ElectionsSee who’s entered the race so far to be the next mayor of Kansas CityMay 16, 2026 at 12:35 PM
Platte CountyFollowing ballot saga, Platte County Republicans disavow 4 independent candidatesMay 8, 2026 at 12:43 PM
Government & PoliticsCourt changes ballot language for effort to repeal Missouri maps — againUpdated May 3, 2026 at 8:46 AM
Government & PoliticsWill popular Kansas City-area pastor challenge Roger Marshall? Key decision loomsUpdated April 24, 2026 at 1:23 PM
Jackson CountyData center opponents wanted new leaders in Independence. Then 2 incumbents lostUpdated April 14, 2026 at 11:14 AM
LocalKC Mayor Quinton Lucas applauds city for passing earnings tax, asks for changeUpdated April 12, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Government & PoliticsPoll sign said only citizens can vote. KC voters wonder ‘what was the reason’April 10, 2026 at 6:00 AM
ElectionsThese are the Kansas City-area election results you might have missedUpdated April 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM
ElectionsVoters soundly pass bond for Independence schools. See who will serve on boardUpdated April 8, 2026 at 1:22 PM
ElectionsSee election results for Center School Board race in south KCUpdated April 8, 2026 at 1:20 AM
ElectionsSee which candidates won seats on Blue Springs school board in Tuesday electionUpdated April 8, 2026 at 12:30 AM
ElectionsSee who won and lost in election for Lee’s Summit School BoardUpdated April 7, 2026 at 11:41 PM
ElectionsVoters pass Lee’s Summit funding measure to raise teacher salariesUpdated April 7, 2026 at 10:43 PM
ElectionsNorth Kansas City parks advocate earns seat on City Council over incumbentUpdated April 7, 2026 at 10:27 PM
ElectionsSee Blue Springs election results, who won seats on City Council in close racesApril 7, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Elections3 candidates win Lee’s Summit City Council seats. 2 others lead by narrow marginApril 7, 2026 at 9:55 PM
ElectionsHickman Mills approves bond to help with budget crisis, taps new district leadersApril 7, 2026 at 9:50 PM
ElectionsIncumbents win 2 open seats on the North Kansas City Schools Board of EducationApril 7, 2026 at 9:46 PM
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