News & Issues
Nick’s Picks | Obama Visits KC, Debates and Fall’s Arrival
Obama in KC With Election Day just six weeks away, some of the nation’s top political names are now rolling through Kansas City. Last week, Vice President JD Vance was in town. This week, it’s Barack Obama. The former president takes the stage Saturday at the Overland Park Convention Center for a leadership event hosted…
Nick’s Picks: Top Headlines for Sept. 9
ABORTION AMENDMENT COULD BE AXED FROM THE MO BALLOT A public vote on abortion in Missouri is now in danger of being kicked off the November ballot. A judge ruled Friday that the proposed amendment, which was placed on the ballot after 380,000 Missourians signed a petition, violates state law because it fails to mention…
Nick’s Picks | Country Club Plaza Sale, Presidential Debate
This week’s news in Kansas City include the sale of the Country Club Plaza, the first presidential debate and a big soccer tournament. It’s going to be hot.
Nick’s Picks | Juneteenth, Stadium Drama and Summer Solstice
A busy week in Kansas City includes more stadium drama for the Chiefs and Royals, Juneteenth and the summer solstice. Here’s your agenda.
Nick’s Picks | Kansas Makes a Play for Chiefs and Royals
This week’s news in Kansas City includes the latest on stadiums for the Chiefs and Royals, more woes for the Country Club Plaza and an update on Buc-ee’s.
Nick’s Picks | Hereford House Case, Jackson County Property Taxes
This week’s top news in Kansas City includes the Hereford House food contamination case and the Jackson County property tax assessment controversy.
Neighborhood Blocks a Low-Barrier Shelter Addressing Homelessness in Kansas City
Kansas City is debating how to spend federal funds to shelter chronically homeless people. But plans for a new low-barrier shelter faced stiff opposition.
Nick’s Picks | School’s Out, Ballot Issues and Memorial Day
Kansas City area schools are closing for summer break, lawmakers in Missouri and Kansas are wrapping up business and Memorial Day beckons this week.
Nick’s Picks | Anniversaries, Legislative Drama and Concerts
As legislative work comes to an end in Kansas and Missouri, the Royals are preparing to celebrate the 2014 team that went to the World Series.
Nick’s Picks | City Hall Hack, Campus Protests and Ballot Issues
Hackers at City Hall, campus protests and Missouri Ballot issues top the news in Kansas City this week. Also, don’t forget Mother’s Day.