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August 4, 2026

• KC restaurant on verge of closing feared all hope was lost. Customers saved the day
• KC planning staff oppose 20-story downtown data center ahead of public hearing
• Historic penthouse condo in downtown KC drops listing price about $255,000
• A pair of Royals starters will undergo Tommy John surgery on Wednesday
• Was the Plaza trying to claim 816 Day? A KC promoter started it 10 years ago | Williams
• What to know about the AG’s effort to remove Ray County prosecutor | Porter
• Kansas boy, 12, severely injured in racing accident. ‘Biggest battle of his life’
• Midtown Kansas City Costco pharmacy spared for now as conversion plans move ahead
• Fire breaks out at Lee’s Summit trash facility, large pile of recyclables burns
• Jackson County says no issues with Raytown ballots despite candidate’s statement
• Police identify teen killed in motorbike collision in KCK’s Coronado neighborhood
• Missouri’s top election official blocks referendum on gerrymandered map
• Where a James Beard-nominated bartender orders a beer and a shot in KC
• Driver dies after motorcycle runs off highway, collides into tree in Kansas City
• Kansas City heats up; midweek storms could cool things down, bring heavy rain
• Top city officials rally behind online calls to retire ‘Killa City’ nickname
• Some Clay County voters got incorrect ballots, election officials investigating
• KC convention center, City Hall to see upgrades after voters OK $100 million bond
• Around KC area, voters weigh in on MO Amendment 5 to eliminate income tax: No, no, no
• Sheriff identifies man who died after medical emergency at new Jackson County jail
• Lee’s Summit voters face long lines, sites low on ballots ahead of polls closing
• Here’s why some Kansas City polling places hired Election Day security guards
• Missouri election results: See vote tallies on Amendment 4, Amendment 5 & more
• Kansas laws restricting abortion providers are unconstitutional, judge rules
• Kansas City voters approve $100 million to help build more affordable homes
• ‘Ted Lasso’ Season 4 is really the story of ‘Wizard of Oz,’ says Jason Sudeikis
• Another KC area news outlet sues Independence for former police chief’s pay agreement
• KC voters extend sales tax for East Side housing, blight removal & business growth
• Police identify Independence woman as victim of fiery crash in north KCK
• Kansas City Royals DFA Matt Strahm amid frustrating season of bullpen struggles
• Observations from Chiefs camp Day 6: Rashee Rice, L’Jarius Sneed take next steps
• Real evaluations begin when pads come on. Who’s looking good for the Chiefs?
• Kansas football opens preseason camp with a new format. Lance Leipold explains
• How former KU basketball forward Flory Bidunga looked in Louisville debut
• J.J. Picollo says reports of interest in Royals pitchers were greatly exaggerated
• Pausing to celebrate Sal Perez’s improbable journey to becoming Royals home-run king
• As Royals prepare to honor Salvador Perez, here’s a story about his love of catching
• Ode to former Chiefs exec pivotal in Dick Vermeil’s career, part of 4 Super Bowls
• Kids were brought to tears after getting Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce autographs
• Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia receives injection for left-hand injury
• Kansas City voters approve $1.5 billion for water and sewer improvements
• Sen. Rick Brattin wins primary in district designed to unseat Emanuel Cleaver
• See who is staying in the running for Clay County presiding commissioner, board
• Pastor Adam Hamilton wins Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Kansas
• Missouri voters reject Amendment 5, striking down Kehoe’s income tax plan
• Platte County voters narrow presiding commissioner race down to 3. See who won
• All Missouri counties will elect their assessors after voters approve Amendment 2
• Jackson County voters unseat longtime incumbent, narrow field for Legislature
• What Sleep Apnea Could Be Doing to Your Brain While You Sleep, From Memory to Dementia Risk
• Mix of familiar, new faces advance in primary to represent Wyandotte in Topeka
• Missouri Congressman Mark Alford thanks Trump after primary win
• Stacy Lake clinches crowded Jackson County executive primary: ‘I feel vindicated’
• Missouri maintains sales tax that funds state parks and conservation programs
• Jim McMullen defeats Steve Roberts in KS Board of Education District 3 GOP primary
• Fitzpatrick wins Missouri Auditor primary, matchup set for November election
• Embattled Wyandotte judge race too close to call: See all county judicial results
• Full Wyandotte County election results: Who will represent KCK in Congress?
• Full election results: Will Kansas Supreme Court amendment pass?
• Full Kansas election results: U.S. Senate, U.S. House, KS governor & more
• Kansas election results: Which governor candidates won primaries?
• Full Missouri election results: Who’s winning primaries for U.S. House seats?
• Full Missouri election results: Amendments, U.S. House, & more
• Full Jackson County election results: Executive, KC ballot questions & more
• Full Platte County election results: County commission, MO Senate & more
• Full Clay County election results: County commission, MO statehouse & more
• Full Johnson County election results: County commission, Kansas House & more
• Lawrence location of Kansas City pizzeria closes after 14 years in business
• Raytown man told relatives he ‘snapped’ prior to fatal shooting: court documents
• Suspect arrested after police find man killed inside Excelsior Springs home
• Photos: Former players visit training camp to support Kansas City Chiefs
• Kansas basketball signs deal to participate in Vegas tournament through 2030-31
• Bobby Witt Jr. returns and guides Royals in series-opening victory over Twins
• Radio host Chris Stigall wins GOP primary for Rep. Sam Graves’ Northland seat
• Kansas’ Roger Marshall cruises to victory in GOP Senate race amid reelection bid
• Controversial Wyandotte County judge’s reelection bid too close to call
• Actually, Missouri AG’s right: Ray County prosecutor should step down | Porter
• Missouri voters reject Amendment 4, protecting main tool for direct democracy
• Lenexa police say missing teen last seen at grocery store is found safe
• Trump-endorsed Ty Masterson wins crowded Kansas Republican governor primary
• Incumbent Mike Kelly, Karen Crnkovich will face off to lead Johnson County board
• Voters decisively reject ballot measure seeking to overhaul Kansas Supreme Court
• ‘We’ll hold it down for you’: Eric Bieniemy’s presence felt at Chiefs camp
• Mizzou coach Eli Drinkwitz gives glimpse inside day of Ahmad Hardy shooting
• Cindy Holscher victorious in Democratic primary to succeed Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly
• These are the 5 best hospitals in the Kansas City area, new ranking says
• These KC stores got rent help during the World Cup. The real test starts now
• Lawsuit alleges KC police officers shot, killed man as he fled, cites video
• Data center developers owe Kansas City promises — enforceable ones | Opinion
• Missouri fire department had to remove Christian Flag for everyone’s freedom | Opinion
• England game? Border War? Top 5 Kansas football games to watch in 2026 season
• Here are some of the KC-specific sights to look for in new season of ‘Ted Lasso’
• The Kansas City Star Editorial Board’s recommendations for Aug. 4 primary | Opinion
• Crown Center rezoning for Royals stadium district heads to City Hall
• Is controversial ex-police chief still working for Independence? Here’s what we know