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The Missouri Tigers will close out their regular-season SEC slate with the Battle Line Rivalry.
Mizzou football vs. Arkansas: Five things to know about regular-season finale
The Missouri Tigers will close out their regular-season SEC slate with the Battle Line Rivalry.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:10 PM
The Missouri Tigers will close out their regular-season SEC slate with the Battle Line Rivalry.
“My family’s worked really hard, so for something like this to happen, it just doesn’t feel believable,” the teacher said.
This Kansas City teacher just got a big surprise: Free rent for two years
“My family’s worked really hard, so for something like this to happen, it just doesn’t feel believable,” the teacher said.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
“My family’s worked really hard, so for something like this to happen, it just doesn’t feel believable,” the teacher said.
Kansas City tackles illegal dumping by increasing investigations, resolving 3,536 cases. New bus service could support World Cup tourists long term.
Community-driven change reshapes Kansas City life in 6 stories
Kansas City tackles illegal dumping by increasing investigations, resolving 3,536 cases. New bus service could support World Cup tourists long term.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Kansas City tackles illegal dumping by increasing investigations, resolving 3,536 cases. New bus service could support World Cup tourists long term.
Officials urged residents to take precautions to protect their deliveries, including by installing surveillance cameras at their homes.
Accused KC porch pirate charged with 6 felonies; officials urge holiday caution
Officials urged residents to take precautions to protect their deliveries, including by installing surveillance cameras at their homes.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Officials urged residents to take precautions to protect their deliveries, including by installing surveillance cameras at their homes.
His mom, Brittany Mahomes, posted an Instagram Story video showing off her son’s new prowess.
Days before he turns 3, Patrick Mahomes’ son, Bronze, shows unique football skill
His mom, Brittany Mahomes, posted an Instagram Story video showing off her son’s new prowess.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:30 PM
His mom, Brittany Mahomes, posted an Instagram Story video showing off her son’s new prowess.
Kansas coach Lance Leipold said he reached out to offer support after an emotional press conference by K-State coach Chris Klieman.
Why Kansas coach Lance Leipold reached out to K-State’s Chris Klieman this week
Kansas coach Lance Leipold said he reached out to offer support after an emotional press conference by K-State coach Chris Klieman.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Kansas coach Lance Leipold said he reached out to offer support after an emotional press conference by K-State coach Chris Klieman.
The piecemeal approach designed to protect elections has raised eyebrows from some voting rights advocates.
Kansas & Missouri officials are sharing voter registration info. Is that normal?
The piecemeal approach designed to protect elections has raised eyebrows from some voting rights advocates.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:10 PM
The piecemeal approach designed to protect elections has raised eyebrows from some voting rights advocates.
It’s been a disappointing season for K-State football, but players will still have something to play for on senior day
‘It means a lot’: Why bowl eligibility still matters to K-State football players
It’s been a disappointing season for K-State football, but players will still have something to play for on senior day
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November 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM
It’s been a disappointing season for K-State football, but players will still have something to play for on senior day
The bus service linking Overland Park, Lenexa and Kansas City International Airport is expected to run from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.
Johnson County to launch new KCI bus service for World Cup. Could it stick around?
The bus service linking Overland Park, Lenexa and Kansas City International Airport is expected to run from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The bus service linking Overland Park, Lenexa and Kansas City International Airport is expected to run from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.
The NFL had its eye on making the Chiefs-Cowboys game into something special.
The NFL had Chiefs-Cowboys game circled on the schedule before the 2025 season
The NFL had its eye on making the Chiefs-Cowboys game into something special.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The NFL had its eye on making the Chiefs-Cowboys game into something special.
The ruling in Kansas District Court paves the way for the iconic burger joint, Cozy Inn, to finish its mural of flying saucers in downtown Salina.
Judge says Kansas town violated burger joint’s free speech by halting UFO mural
The ruling in Kansas District Court paves the way for the iconic burger joint, Cozy Inn, to finish its mural of flying saucers in downtown Salina.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The ruling in Kansas District Court paves the way for the iconic burger joint, Cozy Inn, to finish its mural of flying saucers in downtown Salina.
Kansas’ junior senator wants to kill the Netflix bid. Paramount is also bidding, and its owner is a friend of Donald Trump. | Opinion
Roger Marshall targets Netflix but not Paramount in Warner Bros. deal. Why? | Opinion
Kansas’ junior senator wants to kill the Netflix bid. Paramount is also bidding, and its owner is a friend of Donald Trump. | Opinion
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November 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Kansas’ junior senator wants to kill the Netflix bid. Paramount is also bidding, and its owner is a friend of Donald Trump. | Opinion
Will Taylor Swift be at the Chiefs-Cowboys game? Dallas owner Jerry Jones hopes so as speculation rises that she could take part in halftime show.
Jerry Jones will roll out red carpet for Taylor Swift if she is at Chiefs game
Will Taylor Swift be at the Chiefs-Cowboys game? Dallas owner Jerry Jones hopes so as speculation rises that she could take part in halftime show.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Will Taylor Swift be at the Chiefs-Cowboys game? Dallas owner Jerry Jones hopes so as speculation rises that she could take part in halftime show.
The Kansas Jayhawks will take the court Tuesday against a powerhouse college basketball brand.
Probable starters & how to watch KU Jayhawks vs. Syracuse in Players Era event
The Kansas Jayhawks will take the court Tuesday against a powerhouse college basketball brand.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:40 PM
The Kansas Jayhawks will take the court Tuesday against a powerhouse college basketball brand.
The Lee’s Summit city councilmember and mayoral candidate has been accused of discrimination by a former Guadalupe Centers employee.
Ex-employee sues KC-area mayoral candidate, nonprofit leader for discrimination
The Lee’s Summit city councilmember and mayoral candidate has been accused of discrimination by a former Guadalupe Centers employee.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The Lee’s Summit city councilmember and mayoral candidate has been accused of discrimination by a former Guadalupe Centers employee.
Colder air is arriving for Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Post-holiday snow could impact travel plans in north-central and northeast Missouri.
Cold Turkey Day in KC. Could snow impact your post-holiday travel plans?
Colder air is arriving for Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Post-holiday snow could impact travel plans in north-central and northeast Missouri.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Colder air is arriving for Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Post-holiday snow could impact travel plans in north-central and northeast Missouri.
The man died at a hospital after a shooting at an apartment building in KCK Monday night, police said.
Man dies at hospital after shooting near shopping center in Kansas City, Kansas
The man died at a hospital after a shooting at an apartment building in KCK Monday night, police said.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:10 PM
The man died at a hospital after a shooting at an apartment building in KCK Monday night, police said.
Today, we’re taking a look at Gov. Mike Kehoe’s bold plan to eliminate the income tax in Missouri. Critics say an ill-fated tax experiment in Kansas should serve as a cautionary tale.
This tax reform bankrupted Kansas. Missouri wants to take it further
Today, we’re taking a look at Gov. Mike Kehoe’s bold plan to eliminate the income tax in Missouri. Critics say an ill-fated tax experiment in Kansas should serve as a cautionary tale.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Today, we’re taking a look at Gov. Mike Kehoe’s bold plan to eliminate the income tax in Missouri. Critics say an ill-fated tax experiment in Kansas should serve as a cautionary tale.
Leawood’s old City Hall could be demolished while the fire station could be preserved as part of a proposal going before the Planning Commission Tuesday night.
Leawood’s old City Hall to be demolished in proposed site plan. See the details
Leawood’s old City Hall could be demolished while the fire station could be preserved as part of a proposal going before the Planning Commission Tuesday night.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Leawood’s old City Hall could be demolished while the fire station could be preserved as part of a proposal going before the Planning Commission Tuesday night.
Paul Robeson Middle School, which closed in 2006 and was once a community center for Jewish residents, has sat vacant for about two decades.
This middle school in south KC could be historic. It could also get demolished
Paul Robeson Middle School, which closed in 2006 and was once a community center for Jewish residents, has sat vacant for about two decades.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Paul Robeson Middle School, which closed in 2006 and was once a community center for Jewish residents, has sat vacant for about two decades.
Jackie McClaskey, president of the nonprofit, said it’s waiting on a bond sale to happen before continuing construction.
American Royal’s move to KCK hits a snag. When construction could start back up
Jackie McClaskey, president of the nonprofit, said it’s waiting on a bond sale to happen before continuing construction.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Jackie McClaskey, president of the nonprofit, said it’s waiting on a bond sale to happen before continuing construction.
Jennifer West and her family have watched the day-before-Thanksgiving testing of Christmas lights on the Country Club Plaza for 40 years.
‘Your own private lighting.’ Here’s how to get a sneak peek at the Plaza Lights
Jennifer West and her family have watched the day-before-Thanksgiving testing of Christmas lights on the Country Club Plaza for 40 years.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Jennifer West and her family have watched the day-before-Thanksgiving testing of Christmas lights on the Country Club Plaza for 40 years.
Here’s everything you need to know about Kansas State’s next basketball game.
K-State Wildcats vs. Indiana Hoosiers: Tipoff time, TV, odds and game prediction
Here’s everything you need to know about Kansas State’s next basketball game.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Here’s everything you need to know about Kansas State’s next basketball game.
The restaurant’s owner said they’re working as fast as they can to repair the damage.
Historic Kansas City BBQ restaurant sustains ‘extensive’ damage. What we know
The restaurant’s owner said they’re working as fast as they can to repair the damage.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The restaurant’s owner said they’re working as fast as they can to repair the damage.
The annual lighting ceremony at the Country Club Plaza began with a modest string of lights in 1925.
The Plaza lights are a 100-year-old KC tradition. See ceremony through the years
The annual lighting ceremony at the Country Club Plaza began with a modest string of lights in 1925.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:50 AM
The annual lighting ceremony at the Country Club Plaza began with a modest string of lights in 1925.