Travis Heying
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Wichita Journalism Collaborative
Joe Ceballos, former mayor of Coldwater, is a legal resident, but not a citizen. He pleaded guilty Monday to voting illegally, saying it was a mistake. It’s not yet clear if he’ll face deportation.
Catch up on the MO + KS legislatures
- El fútbol femenino convirtió a Estados Unidos en una potencia mundial, y Kansas City es la estrella del juego
- Kansas City anuncia fechas para su Festival de Aficionados gratuito de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA
- Un proyecto de diques en Kansas City, Kansas, podría proteger a los residentes. Pero es posible que no evite las inundaciones
- Para las personas que lo necesiten, Kansas City prometió transporte público gratuito. Pero no hay ningún plan
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Across the central U.S., nitrate from crop fertilizer and livestock facilities is seeping into water underground. Many family wells are no longer safe to drink from without pricey treatment. -
It's not just Kansas City's airport that expects to see an influx of visitors for this summer's World Cup. St. Louis also expects to field travelers, who will then need to trek across the state by car, Amtrak or bus. -
Severe weather is happening more frequently as the climate changes, adding to an ever-growing list of challenges for U.S. farmers. From sudden temperature swings to floods, these events can have serious consequences for farms and ranches. -
Creators of the iconic Kansas City brand will sell T-shirts, hoodies and other locally-branded accessories. A soft launch of the pop-up store at the Overland Park, Kansas, mall will take place in May. -
Brody’s Boundless Playground at the Blue Valley Rec Sports Complex is part of a national effort to address gaps in accessible recreation. While one in six children in the United States has a developmental or physical disability, fewer than one in five public playgrounds is considered fully inclusive. -
Events are planned throughout the tournament, featuring watch parties, live music, and cultural programs. Partnerships include the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and American Jazz Museum. -
Whether you’re jonesing to take some improv classes, hop on the open mic, or just catch a weekend show, Kansas City's clubs and theaters offer plenty of ways to flex your funny bone. -
Avoiding goose-human conflict and managing the birds' population in urban and suburban settings can be done in humane ways. -
A tornado hit Cass County on Friday night, causing significant damages to homes and other buildings in the early evening. The Friday storms capped off a week of extreme weather, bringing colder temperatures for the weekend and drier conditions next week.
Whether you’re a local or among the hundreds of thousands of people expected to travel into Kansas City for the 2026 World Cup, KCUR put together some pointers for what to expect from the tournament — and how to become a soccer fan.
