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Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | Global Outrage Over Shooting of Black Teenager in KC

Kansas City has become the focus of national outrage over the shooting of a Black teenager.

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The Kansas City skyline from Percheron rooftop bar at the Crossroads Hotel.

Weekend Possibilities | Percheron, Cannafest and Art Course

It’s officially patio season in Kansas City, but that’s not the only form of outdoor fun in the works this weekend. Pick from KC Cannafest, Bar K Beer Fest or Art Course 2023 if you are in need of some positive vibes and sunshine.  Friday, April 14  Noon – 5 p.m. Friday marks the Grand Opening…

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Senate President Pro Tem Caleb Rowden, R-Columbia, chats with Sen. Brian Williams, D-University City, and Senate Minority Leader John Rizzo, D-Independence, on the opening day of the 2023 session in January.

Sports Wagering Bill Remains Mired in Missouri Senate Split Over Gambling Expansion

The odds that the Missouri General Assembly will pass sports gambling legislation during this year’s session area dwindling.

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Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | NFL Draft Prep Disruptions Begin

The NFL Draft is still more than two weeks away, but prep work on the huge event will start causing traffic headaches this week.

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A voter enters the Brush Creek Community Center gym in Kansas City, Missouri, where a polling location was set up on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

New Taxes on Recreational Marijuana, Airbnbs Win Voter Approval Across Kansas City

Customers purchasing recreational marijuana in Kansas City and neighboring municipalities will pay a 3% local tax on those retail sales, on top of the 6% state tax, following Tuesday’s election. New taxes and fees on short-term rentals also received Kansas City voter approval.

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