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We want to capture what this snow and freezing cold looks like across the Kansas City area.
What’s this winter storm look like for you? Send us your snow pictures, KC
We want to capture what this snow and freezing cold looks like across the Kansas City area.
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January 24, 2026 at 4:20 PM
We want to capture what this snow and freezing cold looks like across the Kansas City area.
Trey Songz filed a lawsuit against the KCPD and an event services company following an altercation at a Kansas City Chiefs playoff game in 2021.
R&B singer sues KCPD after being kicked out of Chiefs playoff game
Trey Songz filed a lawsuit against the KCPD and an event services company following an altercation at a Kansas City Chiefs playoff game in 2021.
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January 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Trey Songz filed a lawsuit against the KCPD and an event services company following an altercation at a Kansas City Chiefs playoff game in 2021.
Here are all the websites, tools and apps you can use to stay safe even before you leave the house.
How to see road conditions in Kansas, Missouri and Kansas City amid snowfall
Here are all the websites, tools and apps you can use to stay safe even before you leave the house.
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January 24, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Here are all the websites, tools and apps you can use to stay safe even before you leave the house.
Missouri, Oklahoma and Colorado already license certified anesthesiologist assistants to practice. We are falling behind. | Opinion
This commonsense solution can help Kansas’ strained health care system | Opinion
Missouri, Oklahoma and Colorado already license certified anesthesiologist assistants to practice. We are falling behind. | Opinion
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January 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Missouri, Oklahoma and Colorado already license certified anesthesiologist assistants to practice. We are falling behind. | Opinion
Snow is falling across Kansas City—find out what the latest forecast says about how much we could get and how long it will last.
Kansas City wakes to falling snow — See updated forecast for new expected totals
Snow is falling across Kansas City—find out what the latest forecast says about how much we could get and how long it will last.
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January 24, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Snow is falling across Kansas City—find out what the latest forecast says about how much we could get and how long it will last.
“Saturday Night Live” announced at the end of the season last year that the Kansas City native would not be returning.
‘Humbled’ Heidi Gardner makes Broadway debut, talks high school with Seth Meyers
“Saturday Night Live” announced at the end of the season last year that the Kansas City native would not be returning.
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January 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM
“Saturday Night Live” announced at the end of the season last year that the Kansas City native would not be returning.
“My goal with this project was to show readers that the story of 7-OH is happening on our doorstep,” Hudnall said.
Star reporter David Hudnall wins National Press Foundation award for 7-OH series
“My goal with this project was to show readers that the story of 7-OH is happening on our doorstep,” Hudnall said.
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January 24, 2026 at 1:10 PM
“My goal with this project was to show readers that the story of 7-OH is happening on our doorstep,” Hudnall said.
Kansas City will the first city, in an eight-city tour, to exhibit multiple historic documents related to the founding of the United States 250 years ago.
KC to get Declaration of Independence and other historic docs for U.S. 250th
Kansas City will the first city, in an eight-city tour, to exhibit multiple historic documents related to the founding of the United States 250 years ago.
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January 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Kansas City will the first city, in an eight-city tour, to exhibit multiple historic documents related to the founding of the United States 250 years ago.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Sunflower Showdown
K-State Wildcats vs. KU Jayhawks: Big 12 basketball game time, TV, odds and pick
Here’s everything you need to know about the Sunflower Showdown
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January 24, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Here’s everything you need to know about the Sunflower Showdown
Colton has fun designing and constructing with Legos and enjoys projects that let him use his hands and build or fix things.
Family wanted: Bright and personable, Colton, 13, hopes for a nurturing family
Colton has fun designing and constructing with Legos and enjoys projects that let him use his hands and build or fix things.
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January 24, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Colton has fun designing and constructing with Legos and enjoys projects that let him use his hands and build or fix things.
Preview and probable starters for Kansas vs. Kansas State at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan. Tipoff 7 p.m. Saturday; TV on FOX and radio coverage included.
Kansas vs. Kansas State basketball: Probable starters, tipoff, TV
Preview and probable starters for Kansas vs. Kansas State at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan. Tipoff 7 p.m. Saturday; TV on FOX and radio coverage included.
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January 24, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Preview and probable starters for Kansas vs. Kansas State at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan. Tipoff 7 p.m. Saturday; TV on FOX and radio coverage included.
A pizzeria, buffet and Chinese restaurant had some of the most health code violations in the metro recently.
Moldy strawberries, missing soap: Latest Kansas City-area restaurant inspections
A pizzeria, buffet and Chinese restaurant had some of the most health code violations in the metro recently.
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January 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM
A pizzeria, buffet and Chinese restaurant had some of the most health code violations in the metro recently.
Here’s our game prediction and betting odds for KU basketball’s road game vs. rival K-State.
KU Jayhawks can end losing streak to K-State in Manhattan Saturday. Here’s how
Here’s our game prediction and betting odds for KU basketball’s road game vs. rival K-State.
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January 24, 2026 at 11:40 AM
Here’s our game prediction and betting odds for KU basketball’s road game vs. rival K-State.
Her children’s book is just the start of a decades-long mission.
Bullying hurt her — then her daughter. Now she’s working to eradicate it in KC
Her children’s book is just the start of a decades-long mission.
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January 24, 2026 at 11:20 AM
Her children’s book is just the start of a decades-long mission.
The City Council abruptly approved relocating a $250 million municipal detention center to the East Bottoms with no public hearings. From Toriano Porter:
Why did Kansas City relocate municipal jail without community engagement? | Opinion
The City Council abruptly approved relocating a $250 million municipal detention center to the East Bottoms with no public hearings. From Toriano Porter:
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January 24, 2026 at 11:10 AM
The City Council abruptly approved relocating a $250 million municipal detention center to the East Bottoms with no public hearings. From Toriano Porter:
Sporting Kansas City’s new majority owner, Peter Mallouk, says winning is “99.5%” of his priority.
‘Big, big financial commitment.’ New SKC owner Peter Mallouk shares plan for team
Sporting Kansas City’s new majority owner, Peter Mallouk, says winning is “99.5%” of his priority.
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January 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Sporting Kansas City’s new majority owner, Peter Mallouk, says winning is “99.5%” of his priority.
The $1.5 million complex at the Longview Community Center will have 12 regulation-size courts, lights, a large shade structure and seating.
‘A destination’: Lee’s Summit set to open large new pickleball complex
The $1.5 million complex at the Longview Community Center will have 12 regulation-size courts, lights, a large shade structure and seating.
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January 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM
The $1.5 million complex at the Longview Community Center will have 12 regulation-size courts, lights, a large shade structure and seating.
If you're looking for heated clothing, we've made a list of the top options from Amazon that will definitely keep you cozy.
Heated Clothing That Works: Top-Reviewed Options on Amazon
If you're looking for heated clothing, we've made a list of the top options from Amazon that will definitely keep you cozy.
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January 24, 2026 at 9:30 AM
If you're looking for heated clothing, we've made a list of the top options from Amazon that will definitely keep you cozy.
How is it that two bookkeepers were able to steal $1 million from the district court system? And how did it go on for five years without notice?
In the Dotte dispatch: How 2 friends stole $1M from KCK in casino scheme
How is it that two bookkeepers were able to steal $1 million from the district court system? And how did it go on for five years without notice?
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January 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM
How is it that two bookkeepers were able to steal $1 million from the district court system? And how did it go on for five years without notice?
England has officially asked FIFA for permission to set up a base camp for the 2026 World Cup in Kansas City, according to news outlets.
England has made formal request to FIFA to have base camp in KC, per reports
England has officially asked FIFA for permission to set up a base camp for the 2026 World Cup in Kansas City, according to news outlets.
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January 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM
England has officially asked FIFA for permission to set up a base camp for the 2026 World Cup in Kansas City, according to news outlets.
“Hush Jessica.” Kansas City firefighters issue sassy winter advice in advance of this weekend’s major snow storm.
Got 4WD? Read Kansas City firefighters’ snarky winter advice about snowy streets
“Hush Jessica.” Kansas City firefighters issue sassy winter advice in advance of this weekend’s major snow storm.
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January 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM
“Hush Jessica.” Kansas City firefighters issue sassy winter advice in advance of this weekend’s major snow storm.
A new guest commentary from the Missouri senator:
Eric Schmitt: 1 year in, President Trump restored law and order and put America first | Opinion
A new guest commentary from the Missouri senator:
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January 24, 2026 at 6:00 AM
A new guest commentary from the Missouri senator:
Chris Wells, a married father of four children, was shot at close range and died in the middle of the street, lying face down, with five bullet holes in the front of his body and eight in his back.
KC man accused of killing neighbor to seek ‘stand your ground’ defense: attorney
Chris Wells, a married father of four children, was shot at close range and died in the middle of the street, lying face down, with five bullet holes in the front of his body and eight in his back.
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January 24, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Chris Wells, a married father of four children, was shot at close range and died in the middle of the street, lying face down, with five bullet holes in the front of his body and eight in his back.
The longtime owner is credited with fueling the growth of downtown Lee’s Summit until her death last year.
Lee’s Summit store to close after death of owner: ‘A hole that cannot be filled’
The longtime owner is credited with fueling the growth of downtown Lee’s Summit until her death last year.
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January 24, 2026 at 4:00 AM
The longtime owner is credited with fueling the growth of downtown Lee’s Summit until her death last year.
PepsiCo has shared plans to cut about 20% of its snacks, sodas, and other products in order to appease an activist investor.
Pepsi quietly discontinued a popular cola flavor
PepsiCo has shared plans to cut about 20% of its snacks, sodas, and other products in order to appease an activist investor.
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January 24, 2026 at 3:00 AM
PepsiCo has shared plans to cut about 20% of its snacks, sodas, and other products in order to appease an activist investor.