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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 | 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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"Kansas City Week in Review" host Nick Haines.

Nick’s Picks | Juneteenth, Stadium Drama and Summer Solstice

A busy week in Kansas City includes more stadium drama for the Chiefs and Royals, Juneteenth and the summer solstice. Here’s your agenda.

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Nick’s Picks | Kansas Makes a Play for Chiefs and Royals

This week’s news in Kansas City includes the latest on stadiums for the Chiefs and Royals, more woes for the Country Club Plaza and an update on Buc-ee’s.

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"Kansas City Week in Review" host Nick Haines.

Nick’s Picks | Hereford House Case, Jackson County Property Taxes

This week’s top news in Kansas City includes the Hereford House food contamination case and the Jackson County property tax assessment controversy.

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