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Get to know the two candidates aiming to be the next mayor of Independence

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Meet the six candidates fighting for a spot on the North Kansas City Council

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Facing budget crisis, Hickman Mills seeks help from voters with $20 million bond

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Who is on your KC-area ballot? Your voter guide to the April 7 election

Who is on your KC-area ballot? Your voter guide to the April 7 election

Haven’t voted yet? Here’s what KC-area voters should know for April 7 election

Haven’t voted yet? Here’s what KC-area voters should know for April 7 election

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What is the tax question on Kansas City ballots? What to know about earnings tax

What is the tax question on Kansas City ballots? What to know about earnings tax

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What is at stake in the April 7 KC-area elections? A recap of our endorsements | Opinion

What is at stake in the April 7 KC-area elections? A recap of our endorsements | Opinion

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Kansas City audited The Star’s coverage for bias. Mayor denies ordering it

Kansas City audited The Star’s coverage for bias. Mayor denies ordering it

The extraordinary audit is unheard of in Kansas City politics, according to one former mayor, and has sparked concern from experts who question the use of city resources.

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A new Hawaiian Bros free meal promotion is tied to Royals’ batting success

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Why did this KC Council candidate walk 45 miles across Kansas City in a day? | Opinion

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One stat shows why Royals fans should be encouraged by Jac Caglianone’s start

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Loss of home, cancer diagnosis can’t extinguish hope for KC-area family, friends

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The eaglets in Blue Springs need names. You can help pick them now

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We don’t know what Trump will do to Iran tonight. But we do know this | Opinion

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Pressured by DOJ, Mizzou cuts funds for Black, Hispanic, Asian, queer groups

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Pressured by DOJ, Mizzou cuts funds for Black, Hispanic, Asian, queer groups

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Pressured by DOJ, Mizzou cuts funds for Black, Hispanic, Asian, queer groups

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KU suspends Alpha Tau Omega fraternity for 5 years following hazing investigation

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Despite 4 DWIs & child abuse plea, longtime KC firefighter remains on the job

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England coach explains why he chose Prairie Village hotel for World Cup lodging

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We don’t know what Trump will do to Iran tonight. But we do know this | Opinion

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This Kansas City murder is still unsolved 85 years later. What happened?

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This Kansas City murder is still unsolved 85 years later. What happened?

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Family-owned boba shop opens in JoCo: ‘See our community come together’

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Family-owned boba shop opens in JoCo: ‘See our community come together’

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MoDOT to replace 77-year-old Missouri River bridge. Here’s when work starts

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MoDOT to replace 77-year-old Missouri River bridge. Here’s when work starts

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KCK health officials brace for World Cup crowds after measles detected in metro

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One stat shows why Royals fans should be encouraged by Jac Caglianone’s start

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Loss of home, cancer diagnosis can’t extinguish hope for KC-area family, friends

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The eaglets in Blue Springs need names. You can help pick them now

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Why did this KC Council candidate walk 45 miles across Kansas City in a day? | Opinion

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KU suspends Alpha Tau Omega fraternity for 5 years following hazing investigation

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KU suspends Alpha Tau Omega fraternity for 5 years following hazing investigation

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KU coach Bill Self opens up about health issues, including scary incident last July

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Despite 4 DWIs & child abuse plea, longtime KC firefighter remains on the job

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