Politics
Nick’s Picks: Veterans Day, Missouri Politicians, Billie Eilish and More …
Don’t Forget It Is Veterans Day If you thought this would be a good day to head to the DMV or the post office, you’re in for some serious disappointment…everything’s closed. America marks Veterans Day today. Government buildings and banks are closed. And there’s no mail delivery. The National WWI Museum is hosting special commemorative…
Nick’s Picks: Election Day, College Hoops, COVID Battle and More …
Election Day or Election Week? It’s nearly time to say goodbye to all the political ads that have appeared during every commercial break for the past couple of months. Are you going to miss them? What about all the candidate robocalls blowing up your phone? Election Day is finally here on Tuesday. But if you’re…
Johnson County Becomes Crucial Battleground in Election 2024
In Republican-dominated Kansas, Johnson County is increasingly seen as a toss-up by both Republicans and Democrats this election year.
Wanted: Poll Workers. Must Love Democracy.
A coalition is making a national push to encourage hundreds of thousands of Americans to serve as poll workers in November’s presidential election.
Kansas City Strikes Out on Big Bid for Sustainability Funds
The Kansas City area won’t get any of nearly $200 million it sought as part of a nationwide competition for $4.3 billion in federal sustainability grants.
Nick’s Picks | Biden Fallout, Summer Olympics and Olivia Rodrigo
President Joe Biden’s decision to end his reelection campaign has sent shockwaves through the political system. Here are nine stories to track this week.
Missouri Lawmakers Criticize Kansas Attempt to Poach Royals, Chiefs
State and local officials from Missouri denounced Kansas efforts to lure the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals across the state line.
Kansas Legislature Passes Bill to Lure Kansas City Chiefs, Royals
Kansas lawmakers on Tuesday approved legislation to lure the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs from Missouri and build new stadiums across the state line.
Chiefs, Royals ask Kansas for Incentives to Help Teams Leave Missouri
The Kansas City Chiefs and Royals urged Kansas lawmakers to expand a tax incentive program to help the teams leave Missouri and move across the state line.
Kansas Bill Offers Bonding to Cover 75% of Cost to Build Chiefs, Royals Stadiums
Kansas lawmakers will gather Monday to consider legislation that could finance up to 75% of the cost of new stadiums for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals.