Election 2024

"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.

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‘False Certitude’ Defines Our Religion, and Our Politics

Institutional religion has set a pattern for the sad reality of political divisions among our citizens — encouraging a false certitude about what we believe.

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Public Safety Debate Shapes Jackson County Prosecutor Race 

Concern about public safety makes the Jackson County prosecutor race one of the most consequential on the upcoming August primary ballot. Meet the candidates.

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Missouri Amendment 1: Child Care on August Primary Ballot

Amendment 1 on the upcoming Missouri primary ballot would help clear the way for child care businesses to be exempt from property taxes.

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"Kansas City Week in Review" host Nick Haines.

Nick’s Picks | Election Season and Weather Heat Up

The Republican National Convention begins today in Milwaukee, less than 48 hours after a gunman tried to assassinate the party’s expected nominee Donald Trump.

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Missouri Amendment 4: What to Know About the Kansas City Police Funding Ballot Question

Here’s an overview of Amendment 4, a police funding mandate targeting the Kansas City Police Department that will appear on the August primary ballot.

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FAQ: How to Vote in Kansas

It’s a big election year. Here’s a guide for Kansas residents to getting registered to vote, finding what’s on the ballot, locating a polling place, and more.

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FAQ: How to Vote in Missouri

It’s a big election year. Here’s a guide for Missouri residents to getting registered to vote, finding what’s on the ballot, locating a polling place, and more.

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Help With Navigating a Complex Media Landscape

As the U.S. enters another election year awash with information, how can folks improve their media literacy to help decide what is true and who to follow?

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