Nick’s Picks

Nick Haines shares the upcoming week’s biggest news stories, before they unfold.

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Nick’s Picks: Top Headlines for Sept. 9

ABORTION AMENDMENT COULD BE AXED FROM THE MO BALLOT  A public vote on abortion in Missouri is now in danger of being kicked off the November ballot.  A judge ruled Friday that the proposed amendment, which was placed on the ballot after 380,000 Missourians signed a petition, violates state law because it fails to mention…

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Nick’s Picks | Dolly Parton in KC, Stadium Tax Revisited and More…

It’s been more than four months since voters rejected funding for a new Royals ballpark and improvements at Arrowhead Stadium. Now Jackson County lawmakers are one step away from putting the issue back on the ballot. But this time with a big twist. ANOTHER STADIUM SALES TAX VOTE Later today, county lawmakers will vote on…

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Nick’s Picks | DNC in Chicago, KC Symphony Takes Europe, KCPS Seeks New Funds

Trump VP pick in KC  The road to the White House finally cuts through Kansas City this week.  Republican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance will be in Johnson County on Thursday.  He is headlining a fundraising reception at a private home in Mission Hills.  Currently, Vance has no plans to meet with the public while he’s…

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Nick’s Picks | KC Current, State Fair and Taylor Swift

Stay busy this week in Kansas City with local celebrations and sporting events. There are also several local issues to keep your eye on.

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Nick’s Picks | Primary Elections, Kamala’s Pick and Chiefs

Get ready for primary elections that are being held in Missouri and Kansas this week. There are plenty of summer entertainment options as well.

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Nick’s Picks | Robert Courtney, Primary Elections and Heat

Scorching heat, primary election season and the release of Robert Courtney from prison top this week’s news in Kansas City.

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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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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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Nick’s Picks | Missouri Scrambles to Keep Chiefs, Royals

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson is in Kansas City for a series of closed-door meetings aimed at coming up with a plan to keep the Chiefs and Royals in the state.

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Nick’s Picks | Country Club Plaza Sale, Presidential Debate

This week’s news in Kansas City include the sale of the Country Club Plaza, the first presidential debate and a big soccer tournament. It’s going to be hot.

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