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April 14, 2026

• National chain selling local art closes all locations, including 2 near KC
• After keeping contentious name, Johnson County adds new signs to Negro Creek
• Kansas town is lucky to see no tornado deaths. But manufacturing center is ‘gone’
• KU, MU, K-State players to compete in Portsmouth Invitational for pro prospects
• See photos of the damage a tornado wreaked on small Kansas town
• Smithville man put all he had into opening his business. Then it caught on fire
• What is a supercell? What to know about this uncommon and severe storm type
• Missouri parents’ mental health matters. There’s help available | Opinion
• Mike Kehoe: Phasing out income tax would make Missouri more competitive | Opinion
• Tornadoes touch down in Paola, Ottawa; warnings issued across KC metro
• If you squint, Trump has a certain genius in foolish war on Iran | Opinion
• Trump pardoned operator whose firm led Kansas to seize 15 nursing homes | Opinion
• Manufacturer on trial over fatal infection linked to surgery device at KU Med
• Why the Kansas City Royals’ hitting slump can be traced to just one thing
• Reported tornado Monday night in Ottawa downs power lines, causes structural damage
• Workers at Independence ammo plant are striking for basic quality of life | Opinion
• Royals stadium plans up for discussion at City Hall. What we know about proposal
• Kansas town was struck by a tornado Monday. How to help Hillsdale storm recovery
• KC homicide suspect added to FBI Ten Most Wanted; only 13th woman to make list
• One of These Rare Tiger Cubs Still Doesn’t Have a Name — And You Can Change That
• Jason Kelce and Wife Kylie Adopt German Shepherd Puppy — But Can't Agree on a Name
• Tick-Borne Illness in Kids Is Spreading Across the U.S. — What Every Parent Needs to Know This Season
• KC is one step closer to striking deal with Royals for new stadium near downtown
• Soccer star who ignited Chappell Roan bodyguard drama now calls it ‘misunderstanding’
• Airbnb says one of its most in-demand homes is a short drive from Kansas City
• McDonald’s has opened a new location in Kansas City’s Northland
• Tornado ripped through RV park, leveled homes in Kansas town: ‘All hell broke loose’
• New study says this Johnson County city is one of the best in the US
• Rory McIlroy's Heart Rate Spiked to 150 BPM After Sinking His Final Putt at the Masters
• A Crossroads building housing some of KC’s iconic eateries is up for sale
• Robot Birds Have Entered National Park in Conservation Effort Led by High School Students
• After suspected tornadoes, KC area faces severe weather Tuesday; more this week
• Data center opponents wanted new leaders in Independence. Then 2 incumbents lost
• Astronaut Christina Koch’s Dog Sadie Steals the Show in Emotional Reunion After Moon Mission
• KC weighs two plans to fund KCPD’s costly settlements. What to know before vote
• After 5 Days on the Loose, Escaped Zoo Wolf Is Finally Spotted — But the Search Is Still Ongoing
• Kansas singer-songwriter misses out on Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
• KC-area congressional reps pitch bill to secure Quindaro as a national landmark
• KU needs post players after portal departures. Here’s what that has looked like
• An update on how Arrowhead Stadium is being made ‘clean’ for the World Cup
• The World Cup trophy will be on display this weekend in Kansas City
• Ex-Chiefs player shares behind-the-scenes story of Andy Reid at Super Bowl LIV
• Bobby Witt Jr. is off to solid start, but viral stat about him shows KC’s struggles
• What to know before The Star’s Chiefs mock NFL Draft 5.0 is released this week
• KC moves closer to new downtown Royals stadium. But these questions remain
• Royals outfielder Isaac Collins exits Tuesday’s game after dive into stands
• If he can’t defend Trump, Eric Schmitt can always attack the Democrats | Opinion
• Kansas City archbishop: Pope a pastor, not a politician, as Trump attacks | Opinion
• Video shows massive storm system that produced destructive Kansas tornadoes
• Royals downtown KC stadium project takes two big steps. Here’s what’s left
• After tornado hits Kansas town, daylight shows wreckage. ‘You could hear the roar’
• Independence considers selling off 2 beloved historic homes as upkeep costs soar