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To promote safety and support the economy, Kansas City has set rules for bars and restaurants during the FIFA World Cup. Missouri law lets these businesses serve alcohol for up to 23 hours a day during the World Cup events.

United Market KC, a new grocery store at 31st Street and Prospect Avenue, is set to open after SunFresh closed last year. After receiving over 400 applications for 63 jobs, hiring and training were finished quickly. The grand opening is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, at 10 a.m.

The University of Missouri-Kansas City men’s basketball program will return to historic Municipal Auditorium next season. The venue change ushers in a new era of UMKC men’s basketball led by new head coach Mark Turgeon.

Attorneys for voters challenging Missouri's new map focused on changes to a Kansas City-based district long represented by Democratic U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, who previously was the city’s first Black mayor. spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/st-louis/ne…

The Chiefs are preparing to hand over the keys to FIFA ahead of this summer's World Cup as they make major changes to the stadium. Changes include removed sponsor signs, bleacher space for additional media coverage and 3,500 fewer seats to make space for corner kicks.

It's a World Cup makeover! Arrowhead Stadium will soon become "Kansas City Stadium." FIFA regulations require all non-World Cup sponsor signage to be removed from venues across the U.S.

Officials with the team said in a statement that Ahmad underwent surgery Sunday in Mississippi. spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/st-louis/ne…

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas recommends keeping current local bar closing times during the World Cup instead of using a new state law to extend hours to 5 a.m., warning later closings could strain police, hospitals and traffic.

A ceremony was held Thursday morning in downtown Kansas City honoring all the fallen officers in KCPD’s 150-year history. 120 names of officers who lost their lives in the line of duty were read outside the Kansas City Police Headquarters.

A local educator with decades of experience was left in shock after receiving a surprise honor Wednesday afternoon. East High School math teacher Deanna Rogers has taught for over 50 years, teaching in different parts of the country, including Kansas City.

From legislature chairman to county executive. That's the goal for Jackson County Legislator Manny Abarca, who filed for the county's top seat late Tuesday afternoon, right before filing concluded.

Royals star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. paid a special visit to some students at Ingels Elementary School on Tuesday. The Major League All-Star came by to hear from the kids and answer some of their questions, while also sharing a positive message before he left.

Abarca released a statement saying he is running to return power to the people of Jackson County, not for the power of the office. spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/kansas-city…

The USPS is releasing eight stamps marking significant parts of the road in each of the states it traverses, passing by vintage diners, gas stations and motels, according to AP.

An employee with the Community Services League (CSL) was struck and killed by a pickup truck while working on a roadside litter crew Monday morning. spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/kansas-city…

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is next month and Kansas City is preparing for the surplus of fans coming to the City of Fountains. Crews have begun setting up for Fan Fest happening at the World War I Museum and Memorial.

Mansoor Delane met with the media on Friday and talked about how he’s trying to feel at home and get comfortable. The Maryland native also talked about having to abandon his fandom for one of the Chiefs AFC rivals now that he’s in Kansas City.

Route 66 turns 100 this year. The Mother Road, as author John Steinbeck called it, has developed over the years into a national and historic icon. Mo. Gov. Mike Kehoe spoke on the road's impact across generations.

Jeff Parson is a self-taught community artist from Riverside, Mo., recognized for his large roadside displays, which he calls the best gallery in the world. He was recently invited to create an orange-themed roadside display for Team Netherlands.

In front of friends and loved ones, the head pastor of Leadwood's United Methodist Church of Resurrection announced his bid for the U.S. Senate at Harmon Park. spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/kansas-city…