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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

Suspect charged in Crossroads gas station shooting not yet in custody, prosecutors say

Crime

Suspect charged in Crossroads gas station shooting not yet in custody, prosecutors say

February 15, 2019 04:53 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

‘Stay inside’: Hazardous travel expected in Kansas City area Friday afternoon

Local

‘Stay inside’: Hazardous travel expected in Kansas City area Friday afternoon

February 15, 2019 01:06 PM

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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Relief pitcher Drew Storen poised to return from Tommy John surgery with the Royals

February 15, 2019 06:18 PM

UMKC will retire Michael Watson’s jersey Saturday, an honor he’s long deserved

February 15, 2019 06:12 PM

Endorsement roundup: Leading black political group backs Lucas in KC mayor’s race

February 15, 2019 05:48 PM

The Legend of Jenna & Audriana: Stanford coach in KC for big-time volleyball weekend

February 15, 2019 05:47 PM

Big 12 winning streak comes with new challenges for first-place Wildcats

February 15, 2019 03:33 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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UMKC will retire Michael Watson’s jersey Saturday, an honor he’s long deserved

Sports

UMKC will retire Michael Watson’s jersey Saturday, an honor he’s long deserved

February 15, 2019 06:12 PM

The Legend of Jenna & Audriana: Stanford coach in KC for big-time volleyball weekend

February 15, 2019 05:47 PM

Big 12 winning streak comes with new challenges for first-place Wildcats

February 15, 2019 03:33 PM

KU’s four freshmen starters hope to continue winning ways vs. West Virginia

February 15, 2019 03:29 PM

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

Local

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

February 15, 2019 05:16 PM

Suspect charged in Crossroads gas station shooting not yet in custody, prosecutors say

February 15, 2019 04:53 PM

Man faces murder charges in shooting death of 24-year-old from Belton

February 15, 2019 02:24 PM

‘Stay inside’: Hazardous travel expected in Kansas City area Friday afternoon

February 15, 2019 01:06 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

Misguided changes to national liver allocation policy will hurt Kansas City-area patients

February 15, 2019 01:37 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

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

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 4 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 4 2019

February 05, 2019 11:34 AM

Photo gallery: K-State 74, Kansas 67

Photo gallery: K-State 74, Kansas 67

February 06, 2019 12:56 PM

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Entertainment

Entertainment

Why did Kanye West give Kim Kardashian a performance by Kenny G for Valentine’s Day?

Kanye West gave Kim Kardashian a private serenade by Kenny G standing among dozens of roses for Valentine’s Day. The video of the jazz saxophone player was posted to Twitter and turned into a trending topic.

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Spirit of two children powers Lebanese Oscar contender ‘Capernaum’

Movie News & Reviews

Spirit of two children powers Lebanese Oscar contender ‘Capernaum’

February 14, 2019 11:55 AM

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Hello, yellow brick road: Elton John dazzles in thrilling Kansas City show

Music News & Reviews

Hello, yellow brick road: Elton John dazzles in thrilling Kansas City show

February 14, 2019 08:00 AM

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