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Fireworks go off before a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.

Missouri Lawmakers Criticize Kansas Attempt to Poach Royals, Chiefs

State and local officials from Missouri denounced Kansas efforts to lure the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals across the state line.

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A woman looks at a bundle of drying flowers on a lettuce stalk in a hoop house.

Harvesting Change | Making Local Food Connections in the Heartland  

Meet the people who are making Kansas City’s increasingly interconnected local food system more sustainable on multiple fronts.

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A student works on a math problem with the help of a laptop and smart board in Vetta Manning's summer school class at Lee's Summit High School on June 11.

Technology is Reshaping Education. Are Schools Ready?

From laptops to AI software, technology is changing the education field. Educators at all levels are grappling with how to use new technology most effectively.

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An aerial view of Truman Sports Complex.

Kansas Legislature Passes Bill to Lure Kansas City Chiefs, Royals

Kansas lawmakers on Tuesday approved legislation to lure the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs from Missouri and build new stadiums across the state line.

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Patrick Mahomes throws a pass against the Buffalo Bills during the third quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium on Jan. 23, 2022.

Chiefs, Royals ask Kansas for Incentives to Help Teams Leave Missouri

The Kansas City Chiefs and Royals urged Kansas lawmakers to expand a tax incentive program to help the teams leave Missouri and move across the state line.

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