News & Issues
Nick’s Picks | Super Bowl Week for the Chiefs
The week’s news will be dominated by another Super Bowl appearance by the Kansas City Chiefs. But there could be a downtown ballpark announcement by the Royals.
Passing the Baton | Groundbreaking African American Lawyer
Senior U.S. District Judge Fernando J. Gaitan Jr. reflects on a long, groundbreaking legal career as part of our “Passing the Baton” series.
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.
Critics Say Public Universities are Spending Too Much Outside the Classroom
Spending on administrative expenses at U.S. public universities has outpaced spending on academic roles in recent years, raising questions about priorities.
Agriculture Built High Plains Towns. Now, it Might Run Them Dry.
The Ogallala Aquifer, which spans eight states from South Dakota to the Texas Panhandle, is the primary water source for parts of the region. It’s running dry.