Sports

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum President Bob Kendrick speaks to members of the media May 29, 2024, about Major League Baseball’s decision to include Negro Leagues stats in official MLB record books.

For Negro Leagues Museum President, Stat Recognition is Bigger Than Baseball

The addition of Negro Leagues baseball players’ statistics to MLB’s record books is bigger than baseball. It’s a part of American history.

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An aerial view of Truman Sports Complex.

Kansas Lawmakers Mount Drive to Lure Chiefs, Royals

Kansas lawmakers are working on an economic development package to lure the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals across the state line.

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Kansas City Municipal Stadium

Kansas City Royals and Chiefs Flirt With ‘Options’

It’s not hard to find examples of big-time professional sports franchises leaving Kansas City for greener pastures. Could the Royals and Chiefs be next?

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A 1960s rendering of a proposed domed downtown stadium in the Crossroads District of Kansas City.

When it Comes to Stadiums in Kansas City, History Repeats

Before Truman Sports Complex was built, a domed stadium was considered in the Crossroads. Decades later, the Kansas City Royals want to build in the Crossroads.

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Haydn Williams, a guide on Grand Lake O' the Cherokees, displays the carrier of spring fever – a paddlefish.

‘Dinosaur’ Fish Season Begins in Missouri

This is peak season for anglers looking to snag paddlefish — the prehistoric dinosaur fish that can grow to more than 100 pounds.

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A view looking north from the proposed Kansas City Royals stadium with the downtown skyline in the background.

Kansas City Royals Downtown Ballpark Targets Crossroads

The Kansas City Royals announced plans to build a downtown ballpark within walking distance of the Power & Light District, T-Mobile Center and the Crossroads.

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A member of the Charlie Hustle team scans the Kansas City apparel brand's stock room for an item bound for an online order.

It’s Showtime for KC Makers as Demand for Chiefs Super Bowl Gear Hits Jackpot

Even though the Kansas City Chiefs are headed to their fourth Super Bowl appearance in five years, fans are snatching up merchandise like it’s the first time.

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A view from the east of a possible Royals ballpark in the East Village area of downtown.

Jackson County Set Royals Stadium Tax Vote. Now, Labor Gears Up for Tough Talks

The Kansas City Royals want voters to renew a sales tax to underwrite a new stadium. Stadium workers want more leverage on their wages.

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A view from the east of a possible Royals ballpark in the East Village area of downtown.

Jackson County Legislature Defies Frank White to put Chiefs and Royals Stadium Funding on Ballot

Jackson County voters in April will vote on whether to renew a crucial stadium sales tax for the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs.

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Aerial view of Truman Sports Complex

Concern Chiefs May Bolt to Kansas Prompts County Town Hall

Jackson County Legislator Manny Abarca has scheduled a community meeting to discuss the future of the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals at Truman Sports Complex.

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