Politics

Jackson County Executive Frank White Jr. when he was named to the Kansas City Royals Hall of Fame.

Nick’s Picks | White, Garner, Lucas and More …

Frank Decision Jackson County Executive Frank White has done something no one else has been able to accomplish over the past year. He’s managed to knock the stadium story off the front page. White’s fate has become Kansas City’s newest and biggest political drama. This week, we are waiting for a judge to rule on…

Read More >
Kansas City Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. (7) is congratulated after scoring a run against the Cleveland Guardians during the eighth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, April 7, 2022 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Nick’s Picks | Spring Training, Abortions, Casinos, and More …

Winter Forever? Say it isn’t so… Another major snowstorm is on the way that could cause a big disruption to your commute and force school closures again. And brace yourself for Arctic-like temperatures. The National Weather Service says wind chills will be below zero from Monday night through Thursday morning. As for the snow…our TV…

Read More >

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…

Read More >

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…

Read More >
A Johnson County ballot drop box outside the Gardner branch of the Johnson County Public Library.

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.

Read More >
Poll workers check in a voter during Georgia’s May primary at a Marietta polling place.

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.

Read More >
In this Feb. 1, 2021 file photo, emissions from a coal-fired power plant are silhouetted against the setting sun in Kansas City, Missouri.

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.

Read More >
"Kansas City Week in Review" host Nick Haines.

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.

Read More >
Fireworks go off before a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.

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.

Read More >
An aerial view of Truman Sports Complex.

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.

Read More >

Local Storytelling. Fact-Based Reporting. Trustworthy Sources.

Help support the nonprofit media landscape in Kansas City and provide a platform for underrepresented voices across the region.