News & Issues
Nick’s Picks | Chiefs Dominate Busy News Week Ahead
The Kansas City Chiefs and quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ injured ankle will dominate a busy news week.
Missouri Lawmakers Vow to Expand Child Care Access. Governor’s Speech May Lay Out the Plan
On Wednesday afternoon, Gov. Mike Parson is expected to lay out his vision for addressing what some legislators have framed as a child care crisis in Missouri.
‘This is Do or Die’: Western Kansas Farmers Push to Save the Ogallala Aquifer Before it’s Too Late
After decades of irrigation, the aquifer that makes life possible in dry western Kansas is reaching a critical point. But a new plan could save more of what’s left.
Nick’s Picks | Big Week Ahead for Politics and KC Restaurants
The week ahead will be dominated by political news at the local, state and national levels.
Nick’s Picks | Bitter Cold and Bitter Politics in the Forecast
An otherwise festive holiday week features bitter cold weather and the prospect of a chilling final report from the January 6 Committee.