News & Issues
Nick’s Picks | Stadium Fatigue, Bus Fares and Murders
Kansas City newsmakers will deal with stadium issues, free bus fares and a mounting murder count in the week before Christmas. We also mark the winter solstice.
Nick’s Picks | Royals Stadium and Housing Issues
A Royals stadium town hall, housing issues in Johnson County and Kansas City and a would-be president’s rally top the news agenda this week.
Nick’s Picks | Holiday Shopping and Other News
It’s Cyber Monday, the year’s biggest holiday shopping day. This week’s news also includes a first lady funeral, a new American Royal and abortion in Missouri.
Nick’s Picks | Thanksgiving and All the News
It’s Thanksgiving week. But Nick’s Picks is here to fill you in on the rest of the news about the United Government and the Royals ballpark.
Country Club Plaza Confronted with Dozens of Vacant Shops
Prospective new owners of the Country Club Plaza would be buying an iconic shopping district with dozens of vacancies. Some see open spaces as opportunities.
Nick’s Picks | Government Shutdown, United Government Debate and Streetcar Expansion
The week ahead in Kansas City includes a possible federal government shutdown, a possible United Government breakup and talk of streetcar expansion.
Country Club Plaza Diners Seek More Local Flavors
The prospect of new owners for the Country Club Plaza has sparked hope the iconic shopping district may soon offer more local flavor in its mix of restaurants.
Nick’s Picks | Local Elections, ‘Nichols’ Folly’ and Veterans Day
The week ahead in Kansas City includes local elections, a new documentary about the Country Club Plaza and Veterans Day.
Nick’s Picks | Tricks, Treats and News of the Week
This week’s news preview includes Halloween, daylight savings time and more Kansas City Royals ballpark drama.
Nick’s Picks | Here’s Your Kansas City News Forecast
This week’s Kansas City news forecast calls for changes in the unseasonably warm weather and a slew of local elections in early November.