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Steve, a homeless vet in Missouri, asks for nothing. His town gifts him anyway

In Blue Springs, Missouri, homeless veteran Steve Arnold has been lighting up the town’s Facebook page. People want to know if he’s OK. Through their generosity, he’s received a tent, coat, boots and more.

November 22, 2018 05:30 AM

Shawnee man’s arrest by ICE has effects in Gambia, where his business supports many

Local

Shawnee man’s arrest by ICE has effects in Gambia, where his business supports many

November 21, 2018 04:15 PM

Here’s a brief history of the Country Club Plaza lighting ceremony, a KC tradition

Entertainment

Here’s a brief history of the Country Club Plaza lighting ceremony, a KC tradition

November 21, 2018 09:40 AM

Former Sears site in Overland Park could get apartments, theater, restaurants

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Former Sears site in Overland Park could get apartments, theater, restaurants

November 21, 2018 02:43 PM

Winter storm could make trip home from Thanksgiving hazardous for KC-area travelers

Weather

Winter storm could make trip home from Thanksgiving hazardous for KC-area travelers

November 21, 2018 10:00 AM

One of the worst bottlenecks in JoCo, on I-35, will get help

Government & Politics

One of the worst bottlenecks in JoCo, on I-35, will get help

November 20, 2018 07:36 PM

Something to be thankful for: The Buck O’Neil (Broadway) Bridge is fully open

Local

Something to be thankful for: The Buck O’Neil (Broadway) Bridge is fully open

November 21, 2018 11:10 AM

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How Devon Dotson helped KU shift its defensive identity vs. Marquette

November 21, 2018 10:55 PM

‘He always had our back.’ Tow trucks light up for fellow driver killed in hit-and-run

November 21, 2018 10:10 PM

Film review: Was Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes trying to do too much in loss to the Rams?

November 21, 2018 09:32 PM

Roos blow lead against Drake, take winless record into Saturday game against NAIA Avila

November 21, 2018 09:21 PM

Missouri’s seniors have been through a lot. Here’s how they hope to be remembered

November 21, 2018 08:57 PM

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Oregon car prowl suspect pinned under his own vehicle, breaks leg

November 21, 2018 04:45 PM

Swiss group attempts record for largest postcard in the world

November 21, 2018 04:12 PM

Missouri theft suspects knock over child on escalator

November 21, 2018 02:05 PM

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How Devon Dotson helped KU shift its defensive identity vs. Marquette

Sports

How Devon Dotson helped KU shift its defensive identity vs. Marquette

November 21, 2018 10:55 PM

Film review: Was Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes trying to do too much in loss to the Rams?

November 21, 2018 09:32 PM

Roos blow lead against Drake, take winless record into Saturday game against NAIA Avila

November 21, 2018 09:21 PM

Missouri’s seniors have been through a lot. Here’s how they hope to be remembered

November 21, 2018 08:57 PM

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‘He always had our back.’ Tow trucks light up for fellow driver killed in hit-and-run

Local

‘He always had our back.’ Tow trucks light up for fellow driver killed in hit-and-run

November 21, 2018 10:10 PM

After police beat man on live TV, KCPD won’t say if officers were disciplined or not

November 21, 2018 05:24 PM

Missouri Attorney General to drop stolen property charge against Cass County official

November 21, 2018 04:39 PM

Shawnee man’s arrest by ICE has effects in Gambia, where his business supports many

November 21, 2018 04:15 PM

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Razor wire is most visible result of $210M deployment

Nation & world

Razor wire is most visible result of $210M deployment

November 21, 2018 01:32 PM

Georgia woman spent three months in jail for possession – of cotton candy, lawsuit says

November 21, 2018 02:25 PM

Pelosi detractor now says he’ll back her for House speaker

November 21, 2018 03:49 PM

Facing criticism, Trump says he’ll visit troops in war zone

November 21, 2018 07:30 PM

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Did Hawley’s use of political consultants break state law? It’s up to Ashcroft to find out

Opinion

Did Hawley’s use of political consultants break state law? It’s up to Ashcroft to find out

November 21, 2018 05:51 PM

This Shawnee resident is a philanthropist and business owner. Why did ICE arrest him?

November 21, 2018 02:56 PM

Who holds all the power in Kansas City? No one person, and that’s causing problems

November 20, 2018 04:35 PM

Is Congress going to cut food stamps for hungry people and then skip town?

November 20, 2018 03:29 PM

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In Depth

In Depth

Group wants to relight the KCTV tower for ‘tallest public art piece in the world’

A group called The Tower KC wants to return lights to KCTV’s transmission tower on East 31st Street and create the tallest public art installation in the world. Many people have already voiced support.

Blogs & Columns

Here’s where the Chiefs landed in the NFL power rankings after loss to Rams

November 20, 2018 09:24 AM

Patrick Mahomes tweets message to Chiefs fans: ‘We will reset and reload’

November 20, 2018 08:49 AM

Nine bonkers statistics from the Chiefs’ 54-51 loss to the Rams on Monday

November 20, 2018 08:19 AM

Galleries

Photo gallery: Rams 54, Chiefs 51

Photo gallery: Rams 54, Chiefs 51

November 20, 2018 10:36 AM

Photo gallery: Rams 54, Chiefs 51

Photo gallery: Rams 54, Chiefs 51

November 20, 2018 10:36 AM

Photo gallery: Chiefs 26, Cardinals 14

Photo gallery: Chiefs 26, Cardinals 14

November 11, 2018 07:11 PM

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Entertainment

Entertainment

KC events Nov. 22-28: Plaza Lighting, Festival of Lights, Michael Jr., Jane Lynch

KC events Nov. 22-28, 2018:

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Here’s a brief history of the Country Club Plaza lighting ceremony, a KC tradition

Entertainment

Here’s a brief history of the Country Club Plaza lighting ceremony, a KC tradition

November 21, 2018 09:40 AM

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KC concerts Nov. 22-28: The Rainmakers, Bob Seger, Kasbo, Good Charlotte

Music News & Reviews

KC concerts Nov. 22-28: The Rainmakers, Bob Seger, Kasbo, Good Charlotte

November 21, 2018 01:14 PM

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