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‘Violent tornado’ hits Jefferson City, governor says people are trapped amid damage

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‘Violent tornado’ hits Jefferson City, governor says people are trapped amid damage

A “large and destructive tornado” was observed over Jefferson City, the National Weather Service said.

May 23, 2019 12:14 AM

Three dead, several injuries reported after severe storms hit southwest Missouri

Missouri

Three dead, several injuries reported after severe storms hit southwest Missouri

May 22, 2019 11:42 PM

Former Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens says he will deploy with Navy, sources say

Government & Politics

Former Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens says he will deploy with Navy, sources say

May 22, 2019 05:00 PM

Many points on Kansas and Missouri rivers primed for dangerous flooding in next weeks

Weather

Many points on Kansas and Missouri rivers primed for dangerous flooding in next weeks

May 22, 2019 04:23 PM

‘Go Chiefs!’ Mayor, KC leaders celebrate NFL’s decision to host 2023 draft downtown

Government & Politics

‘Go Chiefs!’ Mayor, KC leaders celebrate NFL’s decision to host 2023 draft downtown

May 22, 2019 05:46 PM

Man freed in ‘doppelganger’ innocence case is now indicted on drug and gun charges

Crime

Man freed in ‘doppelganger’ innocence case is now indicted on drug and gun charges

May 22, 2019 05:23 PM

KCK police fired cadet after she reported sexual assault by her supervisor: lawsuit

Crime

KCK police fired cadet after she reported sexual assault by her supervisor: lawsuit

May 22, 2019 05:47 PM

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Could mystery of Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill be rooted in his complicated past?

May 23, 2019 12:00 AM

Tempers flare as Lee’s Summit school board revisits racial equity plan

May 23, 2019 05:00 AM

Lenexa couple are central characters in miniseries about America’s Ebola outbreak

May 23, 2019 05:00 AM

KU fumbled David Beaty’s dismissal. It’s time to pay fired coach’s $3 million buyout

May 23, 2019 05:00 AM

‘Extremely dangerous’ tornado reported in southwest MO as warnings go out across state

May 22, 2019 08:43 PM

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Billboard in Times Square catches fire

May 21, 2019 09:11 AM

Multiple tornadoes spotted, cars stranded by water in Oklahoma

May 21, 2019 08:54 AM

Hundreds protest Missouri abortion ban at Plaza in Kansas City

May 19, 2019 02:57 PM

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Could mystery of Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill be rooted in his complicated past?

Sports

Could mystery of Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill be rooted in his complicated past?

May 23, 2019 12:00 AM

Aquinas’ three-year run comes to a close as new boys golf champion crowned

May 22, 2019 07:41 PM

Michigan remains a possibility for KU target Jalen Wilson following hiring of Howard

May 22, 2019 07:17 PM

Kansas City lands NFL Draft in 2023, giving city, Chiefs some time to get ready

May 22, 2019 02:50 PM

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Tempers flare as Lee’s Summit school board revisits racial equity plan

Local

Tempers flare as Lee’s Summit school board revisits racial equity plan

May 23, 2019 05:00 AM

Seven tornadoes touched down in northeast Kansas on Tuesday, NWS says

May 21, 2019 06:15 PM

‘We’re police officers, not cowboys’: Video shows KCPD wrangling longhorns on patrol

May 22, 2019 07:19 PM

KCK man shoots at Leavenworth County deputy, gets more than 10 years in prison

May 22, 2019 07:02 PM

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Trump stalks out on Democrats, demands end of investigations

Nation & world

Trump stalks out on Democrats, demands end of investigations

May 22, 2019 09:40 PM

Kushner stares down uncompromising foes in fights over immigration, Middle East peace

May 22, 2019 02:29 PM

Michael Avenatti charged with defrauding Stormy Daniels

May 22, 2019 04:45 PM

Justice Department to turn over some Mueller documents

May 22, 2019 10:26 AM

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KU fumbled David Beaty’s dismissal. It’s time to pay fired coach’s $3 million buyout

Opinion

KU fumbled David Beaty’s dismissal. It’s time to pay fired coach’s $3 million buyout

May 23, 2019 05:00 AM

KU takes a needed step to protect student athletes. Will other schools follow suit?

May 22, 2019 04:32 PM

White House sends clear message to Kris Kobach with leak of his diva-esque demands

May 21, 2019 05:59 PM

Should Kansas City ban prospective employers from asking about your salary history?

May 21, 2019 05:30 PM

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Ex-Brownback, Sebelius aides among women weighing 2020 congressional runs in Kansas

Both Kansas parties are looking for women to run for Congress in 2020. Republicans look to win back the seat and Democrats want to expand their Midwest foothold. Potential candidates are former aides to Govs. Brownback and Sebelius.

Blogs & Columns

Chiefs share video promoting the 2023 NFL Draft in Kansas City

May 22, 2019 03:22 PM

Chiefs’ Sammy Watkins says his body feels so good, it’s like he’s in college again

May 22, 2019 12:10 PM

St. Louis fan could win $100,000 if Blues are crowned Stanley Cup champions

May 22, 2019 10:38 AM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 20, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 20, 2019

May 22, 2019 03:35 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 13, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 13, 2019

May 16, 2019 03:26 PM

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May 10, 2019 01:47 PM

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Give it an A+: Olivia Wilde’s ‘Booksmart’ one of the top high school films of all time

“Booksmart” review: For her directorial debut, Olivia Wilde comes out swinging with not only one of the best movies of the year, but one of the best high school movies of all time. Beanie Feldstein and Kaitlyn Dever star.

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Lenexa couple are central characters in miniseries about America’s Ebola outbreak

TV News & Reviews

Lenexa couple are central characters in miniseries about America’s Ebola outbreak

May 23, 2019 05:00 AM

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Olivia Wilde talks about her love for ‘Booksmart,’ Jason Sudeikis and Kansas City

Movie News & Reviews

Olivia Wilde talks about her love for ‘Booksmart,’ Jason Sudeikis and Kansas City

May 22, 2019 05:00 AM

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