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Before their day in court, poor people charged with crimes can spend years in jail

Crime

Before their day in court, poor people charged with crimes can spend years in jail

Viola Bowman is one of many in jail awaiting trial — it’s been four years.

November 20, 2019 5:00 AM

Defenseless: Missouri justice system violates the Constitution every day

Opinion

Defenseless: Missouri justice system violates the Constitution every day

November 20, 2019 5:00 AM

FBI agents asking questions about projects in Independence, two council members say

Local

FBI agents asking questions about projects in Independence, two council members say

November 20, 2019 11:59 AM

‘Clearly a great leader’: Kansas City names its first female fire department chief

Local

‘Clearly a great leader’: Kansas City names its first female fire department chief

November 20, 2019 12:14 PM

Pompeo is directly implicated in Ukraine scandal by Sondland in impeachment testimony

Government & Politics

Pompeo is directly implicated in Ukraine scandal by Sondland in impeachment testimony

November 20, 2019 10:05 AM

Kansas City schools falsified records to gain state accreditation, district says

Local

Kansas City schools falsified records to gain state accreditation, district says

November 20, 2019 5:00 AM

Artificial intelligence may disrupt many Kansas City jobs — and not the ones you think

Business

Artificial intelligence may disrupt many Kansas City jobs — and not the ones you think

November 20, 2019 5:00 AM

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Independence police announce 21 arrests in human trafficking, prostitution sting

November 20, 2019 10:21 PM

Temps will go from near 60 down to 40s in KC. Chance of rain, snow on Friday

November 20, 2019 9:38 PM

Mizzou comes alive late for 70-52 win over Morehead State; Hall of Fame Classic next

November 20, 2019 9:36 PM

Royals add four minor-leaguers to 40-man roster, including OF Heath, pitcher Griffin

November 20, 2019 6:52 PM

‘Slave for sale.’ Craigslist ad of black student gets teen arrested, Illinois cops say

November 20, 2019 5:19 PM

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K-State offensive lineman Adam Holtorf breaks down Texas Tech

November 20, 2019 4:22 PM

Mizzou coach Cuonzo Martin on 70-52 win over Morehead State

November 20, 2019 10:39 PM

Skylar Thompson wants to finish strong for K-State seniors

November 20, 2019 11:41 AM

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Mizzou comes alive late for 70-52 win over Morehead State; Hall of Fame Classic next

Sports

Mizzou comes alive late for 70-52 win over Morehead State; Hall of Fame Classic next

November 20, 2019 9:36 PM

Royals add four minor-leaguers to 40-man roster, including OF Heath, pitcher Griffin

November 20, 2019 6:52 PM

SportsBeat KC: Michael MacCambridge’s new book tells story of 1969 Chiefs and KC

November 20, 2019 5:05 PM

Mellinger Minutes: Mexico City Diablos (?), Chiefs’ crossroads, and Reid’s playcalls

November 20, 2019 5:00 AM

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Independence police announce 21 arrests in human trafficking, prostitution sting

Local

Independence police announce 21 arrests in human trafficking, prostitution sting

November 20, 2019 10:21 PM

Temps will go from near 60 down to 40s in KC. Chance of rain, snow on Friday

November 20, 2019 9:38 PM

Man shot and killed by Clay County deputy Monday is identified by KC police

November 20, 2019 2:22 PM

‘Clearly a great leader’: Kansas City names its first female fire department chief

November 20, 2019 12:14 PM

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UAW president steps down as GM sues rival over union bribery

Nation & world

UAW president steps down as GM sues rival over union bribery

November 20, 2019 7:58 PM

Bloomberg spending $15M-$20M to register half million voters

November 20, 2019 5:46 PM

Trump directed Ukraine quid pro quo, key witness says

November 20, 2019 8:28 PM

SEALs face review following death of Islamic State militant

November 20, 2019 9:37 PM

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‘This should frighten anyone’: Olathe official crossed the line in fight over LGBT rights

Opinion

‘This should frighten anyone’: Olathe official crossed the line in fight over LGBT rights

November 20, 2019 5:00 AM

Kansas City Public Schools could pay dearly for falsifying attendance records

November 20, 2019 5:30 AM

Defenseless: Missouri justice system violates the Constitution every day

November 20, 2019 5:00 AM

‘Constant injustice’: Missouri must fund and fix its broken public defender system

November 20, 2019 5:00 AM

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Kansas City economy has lagged the country since recession. Is that about to change?

As fears of a national recession rise, the Kansas City economy is finally starting to grow faster. The metro area and both Kansas and Missouri have lagged behind the U.S. economy during its economic expansion.

Blogs & Columns

No, Patrick Mahomes didn’t throw ball over Skycam camera. It was a trick of the eye

November 20, 2019 2:07 PM

KU’s Udoka Azubuike drains free throw after Bill Self’s on-court, um, advice

November 20, 2019 1:20 PM

National NFL pundits have mixed feelings about Chiefs after win in Mexico City

November 20, 2019 11:06 AM

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

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

November 14, 2019 8:26 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Nov. 4, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Nov. 4, 2019

November 07, 2019 9:13 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Oct. 28, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Oct. 28, 2019

October 31, 2019 8:59 PM

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These Kansas City musicians were just nominated for Grammy Awards

Kansas City musicians were nominated for Grammy Awards: Organist Jan Kraybill is up for three. Also Joyce DiDonato for classical solo vocal album, and Charles Bruffy and the Kansas City Chorale for producer.

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New acts rule Grammys as Lizzo, Lil Nas, Eilish lead in noms

Entertainment

New acts rule Grammys as Lizzo, Lil Nas, Eilish lead in noms

November 20, 2019 7:49 AM

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Your mega guide to holiday events around Kansas City: Lights, shows and much more

Entertainment

Your mega guide to holiday events around Kansas City: Lights, shows and much more

November 20, 2019 5:00 AM

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