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Spun out of control: The desperate final days of skater John Coughlin

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Spun out of control: The desperate final days of skater John Coughlin

A month after Kansas City skating champion John Coughlin took his life, his family is defending his innocence and questioning how such cases are handled.

February 17, 2019 05:30 AM

Should Missouri felons have voting rights restored once they’re released from prison?

Editorials

Should Missouri felons have voting rights restored once they’re released from prison?

February 17, 2019 05:30 AM

Former KSHB reporter Lisa Benson Cooper challenged the system and won — sort of

Toriano Porter

Former KSHB reporter Lisa Benson Cooper challenged the system and won — sort of

February 17, 2019 05:30 AM

Amazon still isn’t coming to Missouri as long as we’re a state that discriminates

Editorials

Amazon still isn’t coming to Missouri as long as we’re a state that discriminates

February 17, 2019 05:30 AM

‘A Nana to everyone’: Family mourns Missouri woman killed in massive I-70 pileup

Local

‘A Nana to everyone’: Family mourns Missouri woman killed in massive I-70 pileup

February 16, 2019 04:43 PM

‘Y’all made it!’ Blake Shelton rewards fans who braved snow with raucous KC show

Music News & Reviews

‘Y’all made it!’ Blake Shelton rewards fans who braved snow with raucous KC show

February 16, 2019 08:56 AM

Now comes the part where everyone doubts the first-place Wildcats

Sam Mellinger

Now comes the part where everyone doubts the first-place Wildcats

February 16, 2019 07:43 PM

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Three killed, one injured in separate shootings over 12-hour period in Kansas City

February 17, 2019 11:38 AM

Woman in critical condition after traffic wreck on U.S. 169 in Olathe

February 17, 2019 10:29 AM

Lee Radziwill, stylish sister of Jackie Kennedy, dies at 85

February 17, 2019 10:18 AM

White House indicates Trump to veto disapproval of emergency

February 17, 2019 12:32 PM

Man killed, woman injured in shooting outside Kansas City Mingles nightclub

February 17, 2019 09:31 AM

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Notable figures in black history

February 17, 2019 11:26 AM

Trump announces national emergency to get border wall funding

February 17, 2019 11:26 AM

Watch woman crash into LAPD station with infant in the car

February 15, 2019 12:41 PM

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Alcides Escobar’s nine biggest playoff moments with the Royals

Sports

Alcides Escobar’s nine biggest playoff moments with the Royals

February 17, 2019 08:00 AM

Now comes the part where everyone doubts the first-place Wildcats

February 16, 2019 07:43 PM

Bill Self’s ‘Cats’ returned to Allen Fieldhouse. Why that was a big deal Saturday

February 16, 2019 09:08 PM

Kansas City high school swimmers make history at state meets

February 16, 2019 08:53 PM

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Three killed, one injured in separate shootings over 12-hour period in Kansas City

Local

Three killed, one injured in separate shootings over 12-hour period in Kansas City

February 17, 2019 11:38 AM

Woman in critical condition after traffic wreck on U.S. 169 in Olathe

February 17, 2019 10:29 AM

Man killed, woman injured in shooting outside Kansas City Mingles nightclub

February 17, 2019 09:31 AM

Suspect arrested in fatal shooting Saturday night on Manchester Avenue in Kansas City

February 17, 2019 09:14 AM

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White House indicates Trump to veto disapproval of emergency

Nation & world

White House indicates Trump to veto disapproval of emergency

February 17, 2019 12:32 PM

Pope asks for prayers for sex abuse summit at Vatican

February 17, 2019 05:27 AM

Lee Radziwill, stylish sister of Jackie Kennedy, dies at 85

February 17, 2019 10:18 AM

Chicago police: Jussie Smollett assault case has ‘shifted’

February 16, 2019 11:55 PM

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Should Missouri felons have voting rights restored once they’re released from prison?

Opinion

Should Missouri felons have voting rights restored once they’re released from prison?

February 17, 2019 05:30 AM

Former KSHB reporter Lisa Benson Cooper challenged the system and won — sort of

February 17, 2019 05:30 AM

Amazon still isn’t coming to Missouri as long as we’re a state that discriminates

February 17, 2019 05:30 AM

Could KCI terminal be first-of-its-kind eco-friendly hub? Pioneering architect thinks so

February 14, 2019 04:36 PM

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In Depth

In Depth

With eye on Supreme Court, Missouri Republicans file flurry of anti-abortion bills

The Missouri Republican party has filed 21 bills that would restrict or ban abortion. Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s ascent to the Supreme Court brought momentum to the anti-abortion cause.

Blogs & Columns

Alcides Escobar’s nine biggest playoff moments with the Royals

February 17, 2019 08:00 AM

NBA commissioner Adam Silver unveils ‘jersey of the future’

February 15, 2019 02:11 PM

Chiefs fans in green? With these ‘Saint Patrick’ T-shirts, it’s possible

February 15, 2019 01:06 PM

Photo gallery: Royals spring training Feb. 16, 2019

Photo gallery: Royals spring training Feb. 16, 2019

February 16, 2019 05:59 PM

Photo gallery: Royals spring training Feb. 15, 2019

Photo gallery: Royals spring training Feb. 15, 2019

February 15, 2019 07:10 PM

Photo gallery: Royals spring training Feb. 16, 2019

Photo gallery: Royals spring training Feb. 16, 2019

February 16, 2019 05:59 PM

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Music News & Reviews

Music News & Reviews

‘Y’all made it!’ Blake Shelton rewards fans who braved snow with raucous KC show

Blake Shelton’s hearty fans defied inclement weather to see his tour stop at Sprint Center in Kansas City. About 12,500 were treated to a fun show with some of Shelton’s “heroes.”

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From ‘Bosom Buddies’ to ‘Girls’ to New Theatre sergeant, this star keeps pushing

Performing Arts

From ‘Bosom Buddies’ to ‘Girls’ to New Theatre sergeant, this star keeps pushing

February 17, 2019 05:30 AM

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KC Symphony show invites you to relax and meditate; Seraphic Fire comes to JCCC

Arts & Culture

KC Symphony show invites you to relax and meditate; Seraphic Fire comes to JCCC

February 16, 2019 07:00 AM

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