Government & PoliticsMissouri judge to strike down language for direct democracy overhaul ballot measureThe proposal at the center of the legal battle would make it virtually impossible for most citizen-led ballot measures to pass on the ballot.February 20, 2026 at 12:33 PM
Neighbors sue Lenexa over Habitat for Humanity plan to build 50 affordable homesFebruary 20, 2026 at 5:52 PM
She was injured while filming ICE in Lawrence. Kansas police won’t press chargesUpdated February 20, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Downtown Overland Park will be home to new American restaurant, speakeasyFebruary 20, 2026 at 2:28 PM
KU basketball upset by Cincinnati at Allen Fieldhouse. Are Big 12 hopes done?Updated February 21, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Late Chiefs player received a posthumous pardon from President TrumpUpdated February 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Government & PoliticsMissouri left gun laws unchanged after 2024 shooting. KC now reels from anotherUpdated February 20, 2026 at 10:39 AM
EducationKC Schools’ taxing power could be lessened by Missouri bill. Will it cut revenue?February 20, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Government & PoliticsAt-home care keeps his life steady. Missouri budget cuts could upend itUpdated February 20, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Government & PoliticsGOP carved up Kansas City district. But who’s running to unseat Cleaver?Updated February 19, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Government & PoliticsOlathe arrest video, growing ICE presence raise fear in Johnson CountyUpdated February 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Government & PoliticsMissouri must improve its social services systems due to new federal regulations.February 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Government & PoliticsAs subsidies disappear, Obamacare enrollment drops in Missouri and KansasFebruary 18, 2026 at 3:29 PM
Government & PoliticsTwo years after Chiefs rally shooting, this family still seeks accountabilityFebruary 18, 2026 at 2:55 PM
Government & PoliticsKansas Republicans pass anti-trans bathroom bill into law over Gov. Kelly’s vetoUpdated February 18, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Olathe NewsHere’s what Olathe City Council members will discuss in Tuesday meetingUpdated February 17, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Government & PoliticsKansas City mayor to testify against Missouri gerrymander in key redistricting trialFebruary 17, 2026 at 1:28 PM
Government & PoliticsKansas governor vetos anti-trans bill, says bathroom usage shouldn’t be policedUpdated February 14, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Government & PoliticsTwo years after Chiefs rally shooting, this family still fights for accountabilityUpdated February 14, 2026 at 8:29 AM
LocalKC cop Blayne Newton who’s killed 3 people in ‘problem’ tenure resignsUpdated February 13, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Government & PoliticsControversial school meal income verification proposal divides Kansas RepublicansFebruary 15, 2026 at 7:00 AM
LocalICE concerns dominate Jackson County forum with sheriff, legislative chairFebruary 12, 2026 at 9:17 PM
LocalKansas City firm backs out of deal to sell warehouse to ICE for detention centerUpdated February 12, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Johnson CountyThese are the highest paid Johnson County employees. One made over $380KFebruary 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Government & PoliticsMissouri House passes permanent ban on gender-affirming care for minorsFebruary 12, 2026 at 12:46 PM
Government & PoliticsKansas Republican staunchly opposed nationalized voting. Does he back Trump now?Updated February 12, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Government & PoliticsKC & Independence look to ban ‘gas station drugs,’ calling 7-OH a health crisisFebruary 12, 2026 at 10:20 AM
LocalResidents upset as major concerns linger around planned Independence data centerUpdated February 12, 2026 at 9:32 AM
Government & PoliticsMissouri a harbor for predators, survivors say in ask to end time limit on claimsUpdated February 11, 2026 at 5:44 PM
RoyalsKansas City mayor vows to strike downtown Royals stadium deal this year in annual addressFebruary 11, 2026 at 3:31 PM