News & Issues
Stories from around the Kansas City Metro area on a variety of topics.
Kansas Newspaper Raided by Marion Police Sues Officials for Attack on Free Press
The Marion County Record has sued local authorities who planned and carried out the raid last year of the Kansas newspaper’s office and the publishers’ home.
Nick’s Picks | April Fools’ Day, Stadium Tax Vote
Jackson County voters will decide Tuesday on a sales tax to help finance a new downtown Royals ballpark and upgrades for the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.
Nell Hill’s Founder Returns With ‘This Little Secret’ Shop
Nell Hill’s founder Mary Carol Garrity has returned to retail with a “little secret” shop in a Midtown Kansas City antique mall. Here are the details.
Kansas City Royals and Chiefs Flirt With ‘Options’
It’s not hard to find examples of big-time professional sports franchises leaving Kansas City for greener pastures. Could the Royals and Chiefs be next?
Kansas City Looks to Faith Leaders as First Responders
When catastrophe slams Kansas City, among the first responders are faith leaders stepping forward to offer comfort to the afflicted.