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Kansas City travelers beware: Snowfall, slick road conditions to remain this weekend

Weather

Kansas City travelers beware: Snowfall, slick road conditions to remain this weekend

Most of the metro received between two and a half to four inches of snow on Friday.

February 15, 2019 05:16 PM

Missouri police violated own policy, let man keep belt in jail. He hanged himself

Crime

Missouri police violated own policy, let man keep belt in jail. He hanged himself

February 15, 2019 05:30 AM

DNA from facial tissue, Q-tip fingerprints lead to murder charge in Kansas City, prosecutors say

Crime

DNA from facial tissue, Q-tip fingerprints lead to murder charge in Kansas City, prosecutors say

February 15, 2019 04:53 PM

Missouri hospital suspends operations in another blow to former North KC chain

Health Care

Missouri hospital suspends operations in another blow to former North KC chain

February 15, 2019 06:24 PM

Smaller JoCo cities passing laws protecting LGBTQ residents. Why not Olathe, OP?

Government & Politics

Smaller JoCo cities passing laws protecting LGBTQ residents. Why not Olathe, OP?

February 15, 2019 05:30 AM

First Amendment ‘auditor’ injured during argument with security guard at LA synagogue

Crime

First Amendment ‘auditor’ injured during argument with security guard at LA synagogue

February 15, 2019 09:53 AM

Parents of 2 Ozarks boat crash victims file lawsuit, allege negligence led to deaths

Missouri

Parents of 2 Ozarks boat crash victims file lawsuit, allege negligence led to deaths

February 15, 2019 11:58 AM

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One killed in massive I-70 pileup near Oak Grove. Driver describes scary experience

February 16, 2019 09:39 AM

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

February 16, 2019 08:56 AM

Quick scout: Why the Vegas line for KU-West Virginia surprises me

February 16, 2019 07:00 AM

Staley’s Ella McMahon wins Missouri diving championship; other KC swimmers medal, too

February 15, 2019 08:47 PM

Even following 104-loss season, Ned Yost still loves his job with Royals. Here’s why

February 15, 2019 08:06 PM

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Watch woman crash into LAPD station with infant in the car

February 15, 2019 12:41 PM

Colorado man recounts killing mountain lion with his bare hands

February 15, 2019 12:39 PM

How a 50-foot T-rex will honor Elton John on John’s farewell tour

February 13, 2019 02:26 PM

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Quick scout: Why the Vegas line for KU-West Virginia surprises me

Sports

Quick scout: Why the Vegas line for KU-West Virginia surprises me

February 16, 2019 07:00 AM

Staley’s Ella McMahon wins Missouri diving championship; other KC swimmers medal, too

February 15, 2019 08:47 PM

Even following 104-loss season, Ned Yost still loves his job with Royals. Here’s why

February 15, 2019 08:06 PM

Royals, veteran pitcher Homer Bailey have placed a low-risk bet on each other

February 15, 2019 06:27 PM

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One killed in massive I-70 pileup near Oak Grove. Driver describes scary experience

Local

One killed in massive I-70 pileup near Oak Grove. Driver describes scary experience

February 16, 2019 09:39 AM

What’s on my desk: KC playwright and actress Vanessa Severo shows where she creates

February 15, 2019 06:27 PM

Missouri hospital suspends operations in another blow to former North KC chain

February 15, 2019 06:24 PM

Kansas City travelers beware: Snowfall, slick road conditions to remain this weekend

February 15, 2019 05:16 PM

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Trump tests presidential power, declares emergency at border

Nation & world

Trump tests presidential power, declares emergency at border

February 15, 2019 05:12 PM

Kaepernick, Eric Reid settle collusion grievances with NFL

February 15, 2019 05:58 PM

Colorado trail runner recounts life-or-death fight with mountain lion

February 14, 2019 07:18 PM

Driver tried to fake out the law with a carton of Camels. He got burned, police say

February 15, 2019 02:45 PM

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

Opinion

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

February 14, 2019 04:36 PM

Calling same-sex marriages ‘parody’? There’s nothing funny about bigoted Kansas bill

February 14, 2019 03:22 PM

Is runoff for KC mayor, council a ‘municipal election’? Incredibly, some officials say no

February 13, 2019 04:47 PM

Letters: Readers discuss Berkebile’s vision, Blunt and Hawley’s duty and KC weather

February 15, 2019 08:34 PM

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In Depth

In Depth

After meeting Brownback’s circle, firm was on ‘right path’ to $61M no-bid contract

Thousands of emails reveal how CGI Technologies landed a $61 million contract to overhaul Kansas tax systems. New Gov. Laura Kelly has promised to crack down on no-bid contracts.

Blogs & Columns

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

Some NASCAR drivers don’t believe men walked on the moon 50 years ago

February 15, 2019 11:29 AM

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. 15, 2019

Photo gallery: Royals spring training Feb. 15, 2019

February 15, 2019 07:10 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 11, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 11, 2019

February 15, 2019 10:47 AM

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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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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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What’s on my desk: KC playwright and actress Vanessa Severo shows where she creates

Entertainment

What’s on my desk: KC playwright and actress Vanessa Severo shows where she creates

February 15, 2019 06:27 PM

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