News across Greater Kansas City
Kansas City Ballet Guild – Kick-off Party
Kansas City Ballet Guild kicked off its season at Boulevard Brewing Company on August 23rd, welcoming Guild members, guests, staff, and dancers. Guild President Edie Downing and Nutcracker Ball Co-chairman […]
Unpaid medical bills land hundreds of patients around KC in court each year. It’s only getting worse
On Tuesdays at 9 a.m., Jackson County Circuit Judge R. Travis Willingham’s downtown courtroom fills up with defendants who are often guilty. They are guilty of missing credit card payments, falling behind on small loans or failing to pay down something bought on credit.…
Missouri vehicle sales boosted by strong purchasing of commercial vehicles in Jackson County
A Missouri Department of Revenue report shows Jackson County's 59 franchised dealers, just 9% of the state’s total number, accounted for 34.7% of new-vehicle sales in the state.
Lafayette County Launches GovWell, Online Permitting Portal
Lafayette County residents, contractors, and developers can now submit building and land-use applications online through GovWell. According to recently appointed County Planner Tristan Riddell, the web-based system modernizes how the County processes applications and communicates…
Found a Jury Summons in Your Mailbox? What to Expect in Lafayette County
Opening a jury summons often brings a wave of questions: How was I selected? What if I have a conflict? How long will this take? Jury service is one of our most essential civic duties, but navigating the administrative side shouldn’t be a headache. To clear up common…
Kansas City Star layoffs left the region with even less government accountability. It may get worse
Newspaper layoffs are nothing new, especially at the Kansas City Star, which cut another seven journalists in September. But as local journalism employment continues to decline, communities are losing ways to scrutinize public spending and hold government officials accountable.
'Free births' on the rise in Missouri and Kansas
Home births have been increasing in Missouri and Kansas. And "free birth," when a person gives birth without the help of a medical professional, has been popularized in recent years by influencers. Hear why experts are concerned, but women who have done it say the practice is…
Mayor's Christmas Tree Program
The city is now accepting applications for the Mayor's Christmas Tree Program. Applications are due by October 23, 2026.
Kansas dominance lifts Larson as Chase momentum swings
KANSAS CITY, Kan. - For a team that spent the better part of the NASCAR season getting grilled, the barbecue in Kansas Speedway‘s Victory Lane h...
Team Penske finds crucial 1.5-mile speed
KANSAS CITY, Kan. - Questions surrounded Team Penske on intermediate tracks entering Kansas Speedway. By the time Sunday's race ended, the organizatio...
Hispanic Scholars Invest In The Next Generation
A scholarship can help one student get to college. Over time, that investment can reach an entire family, and eventually, a community. After more than 40 years of helping Kansas […]
Missouri doesn’t require asking pregnant patients about their mental health. New moms keep dying
Asking the right questions is just the first step. Actually getting support, especially for moms in rural Missouri, is where providers say things get even harder.