https://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-tornado-watch-has-been-issued-for-the-kansas2026-04-15https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/28c7110f-b14d-44c9-8946-305723817be4.jpgKansas City StarA tornado watch has been issued for the Kansas City area on Wednesday afternoon as thunderstorms begin to fire up in the area. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/28c7110f-b14d-44c9-8946-305723817be4-1776289877355.mp42026-04-15T22:10:14.177Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-tornado-touched-down-in-paola-kansas-monday2026-04-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/1af945f9-bb1a-44e1-a9a8-d5dd2f59a78f-1776131358697.jpgKansas City StarA tornado touched down in Paola, Kansas, Monday evening and the National Weather Service issued tornado warnings and watches in several other metro counties.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/1af945f9-bb1a-44e1-a9a8-d5dd2f59a78f-1776131358697.mp42026-04-14T01:49:19.886Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kris-saim-has-stage-4-terminal-cancer-and-is2026-04-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1776169649394.pngKansas City StarKris Saim has Stage 4 terminal cancer and is recording a podcast, “Dying Out Loud,” that talks about death. His goal is to provide an avenue for people that want to confront the reality of death.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/0f1654ec-8b6d-4b24-8774-84e2e66c6547-1776098776872.mp42026-04-14T12:27:50.32Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-city-royals-are-having-trouble-with2026-04-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1776169692124.pngKansas City StarThe Kansas City Royals are having trouble with their hitting and pitching early in the season, only winning one of their first five series. Star shortstop Bobby Witt describes the team's mindset going into their next road trip.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/1d7abebd-028e-40df-b1ed-6212df9f6866-1776087144057.mp42026-04-14T12:28:30.478Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/waldo-pizza-brgr-taco-republic-cafe-trio-gram-dun2026-04-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1776169719701.pngKansas City StarWaldo Pizza. BRGR. Taco Republic. Cafe Trio, Gram & Dun, Va Bene, Heritage at Bo Lings: These restaurants and more have one man in common.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/c3f9922f-9aed-493b-a508-af922a54fcaf-1776028176684.mp42026-04-14T12:28:57.82Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/while-celebrating-the-approval-of-kansas-citys-12026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/b2bf211d-8716-44a4-a047-7947baa7bbbb-1776025968776.jpgKansas City StarWhile celebrating the approval of Kansas City's 1% earnings tax, Quinton Lucas also asked the Missouri Legislature to change state law and eliminate the requirement to have to renew the tax every five years.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/b2bf211d-8716-44a4-a047-7947baa7bbbb-1776025968776.mp42026-04-12T20:32:50.001Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-april-7-election-covers-mayoral-city-council2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/88980569-3875-4486-9047-1f51a4d06118-1776025915682.jpgKansas City StarThe April 7 election covers mayoral, city council and school board races in Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties, as well as the Kansas City earnings tax ballot question. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/88980569-3875-4486-9047-1f51a4d06118-1776025915682.mp42026-04-12T20:31:57.46Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-2026-parade-of-hearts-kicked-off-with-a2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/8b098c0f-570d-40dd-aff4-bb396bb1d9ef-1776025874481.jpgKansas City StarThe 2026 Parade of Hearts kicked off with a public exhibition at the Overland Park Convention Center. 150 artists showcased their take on the new heart designs that will be placed around the city later this month.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/8b098c0f-570d-40dd-aff4-bb396bb1d9ef-1776025874481.mp42026-04-12T20:31:17.257Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/senior-columnist-mar-rose-williams-discusses2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/75a25af6-2b09-4093-a2c5-c8bb5cf7666b-1776025822433.jpgKansas City StarSenior columnist Mará Rose Williams discusses Generating Income For Tomorrow, an organization that hands out grants to allow Black people to start and grow businesses in Kansas City.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/75a25af6-2b09-4093-a2c5-c8bb5cf7666b-1776025822433.mp42026-04-12T20:30:24.403Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/casio-mccombs-was-hoping-to-open-a-hifi-lounge-on2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/254cb10a-9e56-4f8c-8351-ca1c7b255e4d-1776025779647.jpgKansas City StarCasio McCombs was hoping to open a hifi lounge on Current Landing until a social media torrent over his business's name led to the project being halted. Some called the name racist, due to its association with violent, discriminatory sundown towns.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/254cb10a-9e56-4f8c-8351-ca1c7b255e4d-1776025779647.mp42026-04-12T20:29:41.043Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/bubble-cup-tea-zone-in-overland-park-has-been2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/c3d33dce-332a-48a5-8b9f-97722f797aac-1776025742583.jpgKansas City StarBubble Cup Tea Zone in Overland Park has been forced to shut down after a car drove through its front window and wall. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/c3d33dce-332a-48a5-8b9f-97722f797aac-1776025742583.mp42026-04-12T20:29:03.047Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-latest-coffee-shop-selling-yemeni-coffee-as2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/edce99c7-40b5-48de-8af5-0b2c99bdf5da-1776025678755.jpgKansas City StarThe latest coffee shop selling Yemeni coffee — as well as other drinks from Arabic nations — has opened in Overland Park. Check out Turath coffee and its wide-ranging menu.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/edce99c7-40b5-48de-8af5-0b2c99bdf5da-1776025678755.mp42026-04-12T20:27:59.875Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-fire-that-demolished-a-smithville-strip-mall2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/3f597756-d69b-4568-a54e-63d2b3633514-1776025624285.jpgKansas City StarThe fire that demolished a Smithville strip mall started in a local restaurant’s kitchen and spread rapidly due to strong winds Monday afternoon, the chief of the Smithville Fire Department said. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/3f597756-d69b-4568-a54e-63d2b3633514-1776025624285.mp42026-04-12T20:27:05.991Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/at-the-kansas-city-royals-home-opener-against-the2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/10e148c6-1686-4671-9cbf-d7f330ef2016-1776025576055.jpgKansas City StarAt the Kansas City Royals' home opener against the Minnesota Twins, we asked fans what we should expect from their home team this season.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/10e148c6-1686-4671-9cbf-d7f330ef2016-1776025576055.mp42026-04-12T20:26:18Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-city-royals-play-for-the-first-time-at2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/94b8f458-cec6-4986-959d-a207a3b11783-1776025514874.jpgKansas City StarThe Kansas City Royals play for the first time at home in 2026 against the Minnesota Twins Monday afternoon.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/94b8f458-cec6-4986-959d-a207a3b11783-1776025514874.mp42026-04-12T20:25:15.689Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/senior-columnist-mar-rose-williams-was-at-the-no2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/85fc1f3e-0175-44cb-8619-4194b3f395e5-1776025479353.jpgKansas City StarSenior columnist Mará Rose Williams was at the No Kings 3.0 rally on KC's Plaza speaking to protesters about what it was like to be out demonstrating and which of the Trump administration's actions they took issue with.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/85fc1f3e-0175-44cb-8619-4194b3f395e5-1776025479353.mp42026-04-12T20:24:40.9Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/thousands-of-protesters-flooded-the-plaza-area-on2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/a1a62346-8fd6-4c08-a345-7bbe5d543223-1776025426856.jpgKansas City StarThousands of protesters flooded the Plaza area on Saturday, March 28, as part of more No Kings rallies against the Trump administration.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/a1a62346-8fd6-4c08-a345-7bbe5d543223-1776025426856.mp42026-04-12T20:23:49.134Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/projectionist-ethan-foster-gives-an-inside-look2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/b8016eaf-af4a-4c7f-a953-3254a170b2cb-1776025386964.jpgKansas City StarProjectionist Ethan Foster gives an inside look at how 70mm film is projected for a screening of “Sinners” at Screenland Armour Theatre in North Kansas City. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/b8016eaf-af4a-4c7f-a953-3254a170b2cb-1776025386964.mp42026-04-12T20:23:08.749Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-citys-womens-tackle-football-team-wants-to2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/d8ad4f98-d78f-41e9-9803-abedb33b9a15-1776025089485.jpgKansas City StarKansas City’s women’s tackle football team wants to empower young girls to play the sport. They start their 7th season in Women’s National Football Conference.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/d8ad4f98-d78f-41e9-9803-abedb33b9a15-1776025089485.mp42026-04-12T20:18:12.007Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-city-royals-are-hoping-to-make-the2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/7bf69287-623a-402f-89a7-88d739572db4-1776024967444.jpgKansas City StarThe Kansas City Royals are hoping to make the playoffs again after missing them in 2025. Royals reporter Jaylon Thompson breaks down what to know. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/7bf69287-623a-402f-89a7-88d739572db4-1776024967444.mp42026-04-12T20:16:09.049Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/chefs-and-james-beard-nominees-johnny-leach-and2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/cd901a01-0be8-410a-ba65-0e1e094e2bad-1776024941832.jpgKansas City StarChefs and James Beard nominees Johnny Leach and Helen Jo Leach of The Town Company at Hotel Kansas City share how they met in New York and built a life together in Kansas City. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/cd901a01-0be8-410a-ba65-0e1e094e2bad-1776024941832.mp42026-04-12T20:15:43.241Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/executive-chef-johnny-leach-and-executive-pastry2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/d0fb5811-e0b4-4719-ac43-ff564a75ef29-1776024911783.jpgKansas City StarExecutive chef Johnny Leach and executive pastry chef Helen Jo Leach of The Town Company at Hotel Kansas City react to their 2026 James Beard nominations and share what inspires their work.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/d0fb5811-e0b4-4719-ac43-ff564a75ef29-1776024911783.mp42026-04-12T20:15:14.163Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/jackson-county-leaders-announced-a-new-task-force2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/4e501267-9cb4-43c8-ac64-6c359f7d61f4-1776024880613.jpgKansas City StarJackson County leaders announced a new task force to guide the future of the Truman Sports Complex, focusing on redevelopment and long-term economic impact.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/4e501267-9cb4-43c8-ac64-6c359f7d61f4-1776024880613.mp42026-04-12T20:14:42.18Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/north-kansas-city-high-school-fondly-referred-to2026-04-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/60fd1587-8482-4b0d-8356-abf70165f64b-1776024745107.jpgKansas City StarNorth Kansas City High School, fondly referred to as "Northtown," is recognizing the milestone this year with various celebrations. See how the century old school has evolved over the years.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/60fd1587-8482-4b0d-8356-abf70165f64b-1776024745107.mp42026-04-12T20:12:26.858Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-proposed-royals-stadium-plan-is-built-around2026-04-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1776169793632.pngKansas City StarThe proposed Royals stadium plan is built around a specific location: Washington Square Park. It calls for a $1.9 billion stadium and surrounding district at the downtown site near Crown Center and Union Station. Kansas City would contribute roughly $600 million of the project, according to a copy of the proposal obtained by The Star.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/f6f2a673-710b-48eb-896c-79fbcc507b5b-1775844684794.mp42026-04-14T12:30:13.907Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/bethany-and-ben-bezanson-give-a-tour-of-their2026-04-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1776169836964.pngKansas City StarBethany and Ben Bezanson give a tour of their restored Victorian home in Pendleton Heights, highlighting standout features and personal touches throughout the space.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/dcafe0a6-7ba5-4d5a-ab59-fb7bf0ea4f10-1775773249451.mp42026-04-14T12:30:51.828Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-royals-released-a-look-at-their-new-city2026-04-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1775839955978.pngKansas City StarThe Royals released a look at their new City Connect uniforms, and the players will be wearing white with blue and purple touches. They are being dubbed “Forever Fountains” by the team.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/104b2834-5d49-4f06-8354-f0f6b9b4ed7e-1775765426073.mp42026-04-10T16:54:11.769Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-highways-construction-tore-through-majority2026-04-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1775840085063.pngKansas City StarThe highway’s construction tore through majority-Black neighborhoods in east Kansas City decades ago. Now, a city and community project called Reconnect the East Side could change how it looks.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/f94b83b2-2e82-4bb2-83a7-ffe3dca59846-1775753268257.mp42026-04-10T16:55:10.385Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/gracie-hunt-the-eldest-daughter-of-kansas-city2026-04-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1775840397734.pngKansas City StarGracie Hunt, the eldest daughter of Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt, is expanding her public profile beyond the NFL franchise through pageantry, philanthropy and advocacy. The SMU grad will be a hospitality captain during FIFA World Cup 2026 in KC.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/8226b84d-5bba-4610-b2da-e65a03f0de63-1775604177987.mp42026-04-10T17:00:18.696Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/in-answering-questions-monday-night-on-facebook2026-04-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1775843086794.pngKansas City StarIn answering questions Monday night on Facebook live, Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas was asked if he had any updates on the proposed plan to change KC's midtown Costco to a business center.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/0d9d6322-5cd6-4d88-ab78-c564b8050e34-1775591072863.mp42026-04-10T17:45:00.268Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/erik-stalcup-a-nasa-engineer-from-wellington2026-04-03https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/ec5d9712-aa04-4577-8781-6f5ab43c0761-1775245770381.jpgKansas City StarErik Stalcup, a NASA engineer from Wellington, Kansas, will be monitoring the Artemis II mission during its 10-day journey through space.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/ec5d9712-aa04-4577-8781-6f5ab43c0761-1775245770381.mp42026-04-03T19:49:31.053Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/olivia-bloomfield-born-with-congenital-muscular2026-04-03https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/62b585f6-d9fa-4426-a98a-79f7d4605f5c-1775245761922.jpgKansas City StarOlivia Bloomfield, born with Congenital Muscular Dystrophy, championed accessibility and inclusion in her short life. After her death, her mother, Sara Bloomfield, continues that mission through the Olivia Bloomfield Foundation, working to increase accessibility and make the world more inclusive for all. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/62b585f6-d9fa-4426-a98a-79f7d4605f5c-1775245761922.mp42026-04-03T19:49:23.378Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/quarterback-patrick-mahomes-made-his-annual-trip2026-04-03https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/f7774e03-382c-4ac1-afb4-bb4b7f896b06-1775163000319.jpgKansas City StarQuarterback Patrick Mahomes made his annual trip to the T-Mobile Center on Thursday to do something special for kids in Kansas City. Mahomes was at Lead to Read KC’s Reading Rally, which was attended by 3,000 students from 27 Kansas City-area schools.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/f7774e03-382c-4ac1-afb4-bb4b7f896b06-1775163000319.mp42026-04-03T16:48:23.874Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/on-tuesday-april-7-voters-will-be-asked-whether2026-04-03https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/99e413d9-8095-40fb-ba16-6b009b776649-1774994713011.jpgKansas City StarOn Tuesday, April 7, voters will be asked whether to renew the 1% earnings tax on the wages of people who live or work in Kansas City.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/99e413d9-8095-40fb-ba16-6b009b776649-1774994713011.mp42026-04-03T16:30:23.232Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-proposal-in-kansas-city-to-ban-mini-liquor2026-03-27https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/04f9a6da-ce34-43b0-a2fa-5a886ced597a-1774631047202.jpgKansas City StarA proposal in Kansas City to ban mini liquor bottles, single-can beer and 40-ounce malt liquor in certain areas aims to curb crime, but store owners and customers say it will not work and could lead to larger purchases.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/04f9a6da-ce34-43b0-a2fa-5a886ced597a-1774631047202.mp42026-03-27T17:04:09.679Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/from-national-championships-in-2008-and-2022-to2026-03-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/200a3112-e7f8-4757-a210-2ef306228d8c-1774535639934.jpgKansas City StarFrom national championships in 2008 and 2022 to 17 Big 12 titles, Hall of Fame honors, and developing NBA stars like Andrew Wiggins, Bill Self has had a huge impact on the Kansas basketball program.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/200a3112-e7f8-4757-a210-2ef306228d8c-1774535639934.mp42026-03-26T21:29:05.265Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-area-business-leaders-got-their-first2026-03-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/e2bc3857-2fb4-4ed9-8fa8-571178ba97ff-1774533746667.jpgKansas City StarKansas City area business leaders got their first peek at the soon-to-be open Rock Island Bridge during a Wednesday luncheon. The Star got a first look, too.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/e2bc3857-2fb4-4ed9-8fa8-571178ba97ff-1774533746667.mp42026-03-26T21:27:11.52Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-proposed-inflatable-soccer-dome-at-the-planned2026-03-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/9cf8b82f-a0b4-4834-a087-123ae4783d02-1774377468408.jpgKansas City StarA proposed inflatable soccer dome at the planned View High Sports and Entertainment complex is dividing a Lee’s Summit neighborhood. Some residents say the nearly 60-foot-tall structure would be too large for the area and could hurt property values, while developers and soccer supporters argue it would meet demand for winter indoor training and reduce travel for local families. The Planning Commission voted against the request, and the City Council is set to take up the proposal Tuesday.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/9cf8b82f-a0b4-4834-a087-123ae4783d02-1774377468408.mp42026-03-26T21:25:36.132Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-city-of-blue-springs-has-been-taking-people2026-03-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/b5fb76b0-26a6-4ea8-b8f9-e6f2b3ddeadf-1774373850517.jpgKansas City StarThe city of Blue Springs has been taking people inside this local bald eagle nest for about a year, and now there are two new babies.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/b5fb76b0-26a6-4ea8-b8f9-e6f2b3ddeadf-1774373850517.mp42026-03-26T21:23:52.806Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-national-transportation-safety-board-says2026-03-24https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/uploadThumbnail_1774374393495.pngKansas City StarThe National Transportation Safety Board says every plane crash investigation follows a detailed process, from the first notification to on-scene evidence gathering, analysis, final reports and safety recommendations. This video breaks down 10 key parts of an NTSB investigation, including how investigators determine probable cause and why many cases take 12 to 24 months to complete.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/abe8b581-81bb-4be0-8e79-c0389797ede1-1774366936983.mp42026-03-24T17:48:22.421Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/max-crawford-22-started-max-mix-gourmet-spice2026-03-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/8625f103-d0ab-4dee-be86-b60e61711847-1774360584178.jpgKansas City StarMax Crawford, 22, started Max Mix Gourmet Spice Blends — a seasoning blend business that's now sold in 150 Hy-Vee stores across the Midwest.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/8625f103-d0ab-4dee-be86-b60e61711847-1774360584178.mp42026-03-26T21:35:40.925Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/take-a-peek-inside-anjin-a-20-seat-japanese2026-03-24https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1774371071704.pngKansas City StarTake a peek inside Anjin, a 20-seat Japanese-inspired izakaya in Kansas City and a 2026 James Beard Foundation “Best New Restaurant” semifinalist.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/727bc6a7-d55d-4925-9917-446a5250a30b-1774358197925.mp42026-03-24T19:43:23.198Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-st-johns-red-storm-have-advanced-to-the-sweet2026-03-23https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/c3eb4afd-190e-436b-9e6c-9773ae0f3fe9-1774303558564.jpgKansas City StarThe St. John’s Red Storm have advanced to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament after defeating the Kansas City Jayhawks 67-65. The Red Storm, who led by as many as 14 points at one stage, sealed the win with a Dylan Darling layup at the buzzer. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/c3eb4afd-190e-436b-9e6c-9773ae0f3fe9-1774303558564.mp42026-03-23T22:05:59.743Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/mexican-born-designer-and-artist-paulina-otero2026-03-24https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1774303262147.pngKansas City StarMexican-born designer and artist Paulina Otero creates bold, handcrafted jewelry in Kansas City. Otero shares the materials she uses and talks about the process behind her designs.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/3b1bd024-6d31-4eb3-9b1a-1df0b36dc81c-1774303038684.mp42026-03-24T18:47:37.606Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/follow-star-visual-journalist-dominick-williams2026-03-24https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/2ba72c3d-e356-43c8-b481-3b71875924fc-1774297842631.jpgKansas City StarFollow Star visual journalist Dominick Williams on his journey to St. Louis to photograph the Missouri Tigers in a rare 'home' NCAA Tournament game vs. the Miami Hurricanes.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/2ba72c3d-e356-43c8-b481-3b71875924fc-1774297842631.mp42026-03-24T18:43:00.762Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-mens-basketball-coach-bill-self-says-hes2026-03-23https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/21450257-5896-4cd5-8961-92145fe1b52c-1774232869694.jpgKansas City StarKansas men’s basketball coach Bill Self says he’s not yet made up his mind on whether he’ll coach a 24th season in Lawrence after the Jayhawks' 67-65 loss to St. John's in the Round of 32 of the NCAA Tournament.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/21450257-5896-4cd5-8961-92145fe1b52c-1774232869694.mp42026-03-23T02:27:51.2Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-up-and-down-season-ended-in-the-round-of2026-03-24https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/d31c3b54-01bb-4873-8f90-63b015f0cd05-1774230527926.jpgKansas City StarKansas' up-and-down season ended in the Round of 32 of the NCAA Tournament with a 67-65 loss to St. John's.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/d31c3b54-01bb-4873-8f90-63b015f0cd05-1774230527926.mp42026-03-24T18:38:19.821Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-freshman-phenom-said-ku-needs-to-focus2026-03-24https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/7959a213-0637-4bf9-a8bb-5e2f94cd2d3c-1774144016283.jpgKansas City StarThe Kansas freshman phenom said KU needs to focus on its defense against St. John's and acknowledge some late scoring difficulties against Cal Baptist in Round 1.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/7959a213-0637-4bf9-a8bb-5e2f94cd2d3c-1774144016283.mp42026-03-24T18:29:57.319Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-senior-now-at-st-johns-said-he-had-a-good2026-03-22https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/d4fcc701-cd22-4cd9-9f21-407c4f6a24c5-1774143811069.jpgKansas City StarThe senior now at St. John's said he had a good time at Kansas but had to leave for his growth. St. John's and Kansas play Sunday at 4:30 p.m. CT.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/d4fcc701-cd22-4cd9-9f21-407c4f6a24c5-1774143811069.mp42026-03-22T01:43:32.401Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-jayhawks-player-also-shouted-out-his2026-03-21https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/1c04d9bd-52e4-48ba-a570-b37d9402a868-1774074504505.jpgKansas City StarThe Kansas Jayhawks player also shouted out his teammate Paul Mbiya, who has a surprise standout performance in KU's win over Cal Baptist in the Round of 64 of the NCAA Tournament Friday.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/1c04d9bd-52e4-48ba-a570-b37d9402a868-1774074504505.mp42026-03-21T06:28:25.928Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-two-missouri-stars-both-shared-anecdotes2026-03-21https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/9030386f-0381-4227-8129-ae39d815648c-1774073113527.jpgKansas City StarThe two Missouri stars both shared anecdotes about head coach Dennis Gates after the Tigers fell to the Miami Hurricanes in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/9030386f-0381-4227-8129-ae39d815648c-1774073113527.mp42026-03-21T06:05:14.907Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/for-the-first-time-in-years-the-mizzou-tigers-are2026-03-21https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/11943dad-7706-4d71-922c-1eb3cbbf756c-1774060285887.jpgKansas City StarFor the first time in years, the Mizzou Tigers are playing in Missouri in March Madness.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/11943dad-7706-4d71-922c-1eb3cbbf756c-1774060285887.mp42026-03-21T02:31:27.514Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-westside-neighborhood-association-released-a2026-03-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/64110695-24a0-4a97-b355-8f9f5597aa30-1774033854495.jpgKansas City StarThe Westside Neighborhood Association released a statement Friday saying they want community input before they make any decisions. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/64110695-24a0-4a97-b355-8f9f5597aa30-1774033854495.mp42026-03-20T19:10:56.841Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-city-label-secured-a-scheels2026-03-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/eee4356b-aad9-48c4-9615-a34dfde40939-1774027951946.jpgKansas City StarThe Kansas City label secured a Scheels distribution deal, and will sell apparel in 24 stores across 16 states.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/eee4356b-aad9-48c4-9615-a34dfde40939-1774027951946.mp42026-03-20T17:32:34.444Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-legendary-civil-rights-leader-was-in-town-to2026-03-19https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/fe0f456a-d15a-429b-99f0-8f65720b4ac1-1773963942590.jpgKansas City StarThe legendary civil rights leader was in town to receive an award from Urban League of Greater Kansas City CEO Gwendolyn Grant. Grant also received an honor for her 30 years of service amidst her recent retirement announcement.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/fe0f456a-d15a-429b-99f0-8f65720b4ac1-1773963942590.mp42026-03-19T23:45:44.693Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/home-fires-can-turn-deadly-in-minutes-but-there2026-03-19https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/68915cd2-5ccc-487b-a5bb-fca2f9216e21-1773937008374.jpgKansas City StarHome fires can turn deadly in minutes, but there are simple steps you can take to lower the risk and protect your household. According to the American Red Cross, these 12 fire safety tips cover everything from cooking and heating to smoke alarms and escape plans. https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/68915cd2-5ccc-487b-a5bb-fca2f9216e21-1773937008374.mp42026-03-19T16:16:49.993Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/ed-and-mary-ellen-hughes-house-had-a-major-fire-a2026-03-23https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1774280133190.pngKansas City StarEd and Mary Ellen Hughes house had a major fire a year ago. They hired muralist Craig Greco to paint a Chiefs-themed mural in their basement of various Chiefs eras featuring Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid and Hank Stram among the legends.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/41cbf6fe-d135-4412-b468-4409dcb6359c-1773931213702.mp42026-03-23T15:38:10.852Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/for-much-of-the-season-kansas-jayhawks-mens2026-03-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b96788b4ca98425c3a375e_1773867412752.pngKansas City StarFor much of the season, Kansas Jayhawks men’s basketball star Darryn Peterson has dealt with a variety of health issues. The freshman guard missed 11 games during the 2025-26 season due to various health issues. The one constant? He’s dealt with cramping issues for months, a condition that many thought first surfaced when KU played Louisville in an October exhibition game. Multiple sources have told The Star for months that Peterson’s cramping started well before that. And after KU’s loss to Houston in the Big 12 Tournament semifinals over the weekend at T-Mobile Center, he opened up about what he’s gone through and when the cramping really began. “As much as I want to say I wasn’t (thinking about that experience),” he said, “it was traumatic for me.” Read more about Peterson’s experience of cramping this season at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #DarrynPeterson #KUHoops #NBADraft #Basketball #CollegeBasketballhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b96788b4ca98425c3a375e_1773867412752.mp42026-03-18T20:56:53.953466Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/as-ku-prepares-for-the-ncaa-tournament-darryn2026-03-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/753c8c2f-dd18-46a3-b408-5bf9f920eb07-1773866997717.jpgKansas City StarAs KU prepares for the NCAA Tournament, Darryn Peterson is setting the record straight: “A lot of people said wild stuff about me.”https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/753c8c2f-dd18-46a3-b408-5bf9f920eb07-1773866997717.mp42026-03-18T20:49:59.102Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/drastic-measures-is-again-a-james-beard-award2026-03-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1773866481599.pngKansas City StarDrastic Measures is again a James Beard Award semifinalist for Outstanding Bar. Owner Jay Sanders and bar manager Nate Tallman reflect on the recognition, what it means for their staff and why the bar’s hospitality-first approach keeps getting national attention.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/7495697e-1f12-40e8-b757-d454c47b5b4f-1773865871481.mp42026-03-18T20:41:31.629Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/step-inside-drastic-measures-in-downtown-shawnee2026-03-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1773866518608.pngKansas City StarStep inside Drastic Measures in downtown Shawnee for a look at the bar’s laid-back “house party” hospitality, low-light cocktail lounge atmosphere, and the thoughtful craft behind its seasonal drinks and fan-favorite cocktails.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/af34d8c1-65cc-419b-8257-c3a4f5517f2e-1773865870185.mp42026-03-18T20:42:08.127Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/cardi-b-came-to-the-t-mobile-center-on-tuesday2026-03-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/thumbnail_1773851039176.pngKansas City StarCardi B came to the T-Mobile Center on Tuesday for her first arena tour ever. Check out why fans love her, how they dress and what Cardi sang. Note: This video contains explicit lyrics.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/318964b1-9cb4-4ddd-9634-d3cf210fae73-1773850408304.mp42026-03-18T16:24:07.965Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/its-been-kansas-city-chiefs-head-coach-andy-reids2026-03-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b9676a195ca370a47e0094_1773849387935.pngKansas City StarIt’s been Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid’s preference to have a reserve quarterback with NFL experience, and that is especially important this year because it’s unknown if Patrick Mahomes will return from knee surgery for the season’s opener. Mahomes tore the ACL and LCL in his left knee in mid-December, and the team has estimated a nine-month recovery. The Chiefs received a backup quarterback Monday, as multiple national outlets reported the New York Jets are set to trade quarterback Justin Fields to Kansas City. The Chiefs will send the Jets a 2027 sixth-round pick in exchange for the quarterback. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero added the Chiefs will pay just $3 million of the $10 million salary that Fields was guaranteed in 2026. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Fields, who must pass a physical, had other suitors, but his preference was the Chiefs. Read more about the Chiefs’ trade at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b9676a195ca370a47e0094_1773849387935.mp42026-03-18T15:56:28.775566Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kc-current-made-a-furious-comeback-in-their2026-03-16https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b864c27888b653d73f5005_1773699890343.pngKansas City StarThe KC Current made a furious comeback in their season opener at CPKC Stadium today, beating Utah Royals FC 2-1 in a sunny match on Kansas City’s riverfront. With temperatures in the high 60s, a sold-out crowd looked on as Croix Bethune and Ally Sentnor scored their debut goals for the club in the second half. The win also marked the debut game for new KC head coach Chris Armas. Get our game recap at the link in our bio. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@lexmadee)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b864c27888b653d73f5005_1773699890343.mp42026-03-16T22:24:51.498616Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-christmas-eve-drive-in-southwest-missouri-was2026-03-16https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b864c564a1d88e16bad8ea_1773699805887.pngKansas City StarA Christmas Eve drive in southwest Missouri was the last time two Guatemalan men living in Branson were free from the grasp of ICE. That morning, cars streamed down I-44 outside Springfield, taking in the record-breaking warm air. But the men’s truck inched along, allegedly driving as slow as 25 miles an hour on the interstate, where the minimum speed is 40, according to the citation of the incident. That was enough for a corporal with the Missouri Highway Patrol to pull over the truck, driven by a 38-year-old man living in Branson, who, according to court records, did not have a U.S. driver’s license or vehicle registration. His passengers were a 19-year-old and a 15-year-old. Instead of arresting the driver, the trooper transported all three to the Greene County Jail, where the older two remained for weeks. Along roads across the nation — including in Missouri and Kansas — people detained for minor violations are jailed indefinitely before possibly being deported. These stops are part of controversial agreements between ICE and local and state authorities that allow officers to detain people on behalf of ICE, in exchange for the promise of money to buy vehicles and equipment, as well as salary reimbursement. Because of the 287(g) program, ICE agents are free to descend on places like Minneapolis and Chicago, while local police officers make immigration arrests in cities and rural areas in Kansas, Missouri and all over. Read our full investigation at the link in our bio. 🎥: Eleanor Nash/The Star (@eleanorcnash)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b864c564a1d88e16bad8ea_1773699805887.mp42026-03-16T22:23:26.574582Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/after-much-anticipation-dear-donna-is-finally2026-03-16https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b864c8d5ea9feb1c76a8fd_1773699322535.pngKansas City StarAfter much anticipation, Dear Donna is finally welcoming customers inside its cozy space in the former Happy Gillis building in Columbus Park. The spot, anchored by James Beard-nominated chefs Johnny and Helen Jo Leach and their partner Sondy Bojanic, plan to serve customers from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’ll be a lunch menu with breakfast options, but Johnny and Helen Jo want to gather feedback from the neighborhood. “We’re not trying to puff our chests out or be chef-y with anything,” Johnny said, “but when you taste what we’re cooking, we want people to feel like we did it with a lot of intention and care.” Read more about the menu at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b864c8d5ea9feb1c76a8fd_1773699322535.mp42026-03-16T22:15:24.033784Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/after-ku-beat-tcu-in-the-final-game-of-the-big-122026-03-16https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b864b7029cd43333e26d4d_1773699003178.pngKansas City StarAfter KU beat TCU in the final game of the Big 12 men’s basketball tournament’s quarterfinal round last night, the league announced it is scrapping its LED glass court and returning to a traditional hardwood floor. That will be the case for Friday’s semifinals and Saturday’s final, with the change happening late Thursday night. The change comes in the wake of several notable complaints during both the men’s and women’s tournaments, the latter of which has already concluded. Players and coaches have consistently complained about a lack of traction, in addition to concerns about the LED lights being distracting and lines being hard to make out on the floor. This swap also comes hours after Texas Tech star Christian Anderson, an All-Big 12 standout, suffered a groin injury while slipping on the court. Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark issued a statement Thursday night: “After consultation with the coaches of our four semifinal teams, I have decided that in order to provide our student-athletes with the greatest level of comfort on a huge stage this weekend, we will transition to a hardwood court for the remainder of the Tournament. We look forward to a great semifinals and championship game.” Read more about the switch and controversy at the link in our bio. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@lexmadee)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b864b7029cd43333e26d4d_1773699003178.mp42026-03-16T22:10:03.837819Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/today-the-chiefs-introduced-marquee-free-agent2026-03-13https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b3faef61c34fefebb8cf64_1773417848345.pngKansas City StarToday, the Chiefs introduced marquee free agent running back Kenneth Walker to the media. Earlier this week, Kansas City agreed to terms with the reigning Super Bowl MVP on a three-year contract worth $43.05 million, including $28.7 million guaranteed profits. Walker, 25, who spent the first four years of his career with the Seattle Seahawks, said it was the Chiefs’ swift financial commitment that made him feel valued. “It means a lot,” he said. “You feel appreciated and wanted — that’s what everybody wants. So I’m just happy to get in here and get to know the guys and work.” One of the teammates Walker is referring to is a fellow Super Bowl MVP: quarterback Patrick Mahomes. As soon as the Chiefs made the splash signing, Mahomes posted, “LET’S GO!!” on his X account. Walker met Mahomes in person yesterday. “We talked on the phone and texted each other, and I was able to see him,” he said. “It was cool to meet him — a real genuine person.” Read more about Walker and what he’ll bring to the Chiefs at the link in our bio. 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b3faef61c34fefebb8cf64_1773417848345.mp42026-03-13T16:04:09.122181Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/dominic-m-miller-pleaded-guilty-to-one-count-of2026-03-13https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b32e3f9eb314ddbb73dd25_1773403343740.pngKansas City StarDominic M. Miller pleaded guilty to one count of unlawful use of a weapon in Jackson County Circuit Court Monday for his role in the 2024 Chiefs Super Bowl rally shooting that killed a Johnson County mother and injured dozens.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b32e3f9eb314ddbb73dd25_1773403343740.mp42026-03-13T12:02:24.317452Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/one-of-the-most-challenging-seasons-in-kansas2026-03-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b30efa6f3dbf5ef513f70f_1773350238292.pngKansas City StarOne of the most challenging seasons in Kansas State basketball history came to an end with a 105-91 loss to BYU in the opening round of the Big 12 Tournament on Tuesday at T-Mobile Center. All eyes are on the coaching search now that K-State has been eliminated from the Big 12 Tournament. BYU defeated K-State thanks to 40 points from freshman phenom AJ Dybantsa. The Wildcats countered with 27 points from PJ Haggerty and 19 points from Nate Johnson, but it wasn’t enough. Dybantsa broke Kevin Durant’s freshman scoring record in the Big 12 Tournament that Durant set in 2007 at Texas. BYU will face West Virginia in the second round of the Big 12 Tournament Wednesday. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #AJDybantsa #BYUBasketball #Big12MBB #Big12basketball #KStateBasketball https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b30efa6f3dbf5ef513f70f_1773350238292.mp42026-03-12T21:17:18.764Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/in-its-three-decades-the-big-12-mens-basketball2026-03-12https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b30ef92a039523a35350db_1773350133663.pngKansas City StarIn its three decades, the Big 12 men’s basketball tournament has been a showcase for some of college basketball’s — and future NBA — top talent. Former event MVPs include such stars like future Hall of Famer Paul Pierce and 16-time All-Star Kevin Durant. With NBA mock drafts as a guide, this Big 12 tournament could be the site for more future pro talent than any before it. According to the big boards, as many as 15-20 draft selections will compete in Kansas City this week. The top two players in the draft are playing here: freshmen A.J. Dybantsa of BYU and Kansas’ Darryn Peterson. The Big 12 has produced three overall No. 1 picks — Oklahoma’s Blake Griffin in 2009, Kansas’ Andrew Wiggins in 2014 and Oklahoma State’s Cade Cunningham in 2021 — in its three-decade history. Who would you draft No. 1 in the NBA Draft this year? Read more of our Big 12 coverage at the link in our bio. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@lexmadee)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b30ef92a039523a35350db_1773350133663.mp42026-03-12T21:15:34.508285Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-has-now-confirmed-the-existence-of-a2026-03-11https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b1a5a5747918c566a2de27_1773262908750.pngKansas City StarKansas City has now confirmed the existence of a criminal investigation as City Hall grapples with speculation and fallout from revelations of a federal probe. The city’s legal department confirmed the investigation in an email to The Star in a striking acknowledgement that the probe remains ongoing. One focus of the probe centered on Mayor pro tem Ryana Parks-Shaw and her husband, Michael Shaw, the city’s director of public works, the sources said. That element of the investigation was the focus of a recent TV report, which tied the inquiry to whether the couple used their authority for financial and professional gain. But sources who spoke with The Star also detailed a host of other questions from the FBI, a sign that the exact target of the investigation is unclear. Read more about the investigation into City Hall at the link above. #KansasCitylocalnews #KansasCityCityHall #RyanaParksShaw #MichaelShawhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b1a5a5747918c566a2de27_1773262908750.mp42026-03-11T21:01:49.698946Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/police-arrested-at-least-two-protesters-at-the2026-03-11https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b1a5e2a88e4a3becd3f34b_1773262749848.pngKansas City StarPolice arrested at least two protesters at the tense Leavenworth City Commission meeting Tuesday in which leaders gave permission for private prison company CoreCivic to reopen its Kansas facility as an immigration detention center. Nineteen-year-old Jalen Brown and 33-year-old Adam Meysing were taken to the county jail and held on unspecified charges at $250 cash bail, sheriff’s office records show. They were both released after the meeting ended, when fellow protesters showed up at the jail and raised money to post their bail. One person interrupted the commissioner’s meeting by standing and shouting, “It will be your fault when people die in this facility.” As officers pulled him from his row, the protester yelled, “Detention without due process is a concentration camp.” Within days, immigrants arrested by federal authorities could find themselves locked inside CoreCivic’s prison on the outskirts of Leavenworth after the Leavenworth City Commission approved the private prison chain’s zoning permit. Read more at the link in our bio. 🎥: Tammy Ljungblad/The Star (@kctammy)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b1a5e2a88e4a3becd3f34b_1773262749848.mp42026-03-11T20:59:11.238624Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-nfl-free-agency-period-arrived-monday-and2026-03-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b056692ffd245394e64429_1773167556159.pngKansas City StarThe NFL free-agency period arrived Monday, and Chiefs news broke quickly from the gate. By noon, reports had Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III, the Super Bowl MVP, coming to Kansas City, and cornerback Jaylen Watson heading to the Los Angeles Rams. Also, the NFL Network reported tight end Travis Kelce would be back with the Chiefs. The list of Kansas City’s 2026 unrestricted free agents includes linebacker Leo Chenal, running back Isiah Pacheco, wide receiver Tyquan Thornton and more. Check out our Chiefs free-agency tracker at link in our bio. 🎥: Pete Sweeney/The Star (@pgsween)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b056692ffd245394e64429_1773167556159.mp42026-03-10T18:32:37.110731Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-sold-out-crowd-packed-the-upstairs-concourse-of2026-03-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69b056a4b85d4ebe986ff40c_1773167550921.pngKansas City StarA sold-out crowd packed the upstairs concourse of Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City’s on-site restaurant, LandShark Bar & Grill, for the first-ever Margarita Fest Saturday, an afternoon-long celebration of all things related to the distilled alcoholic beverage made in Mexico. Patrons got to get their hands on Patrón and 10 other brands of tequila, such as Espolòn, Teremana, backed by actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, or Código 1530, founded by country icon George Strait. Each patron was given 12 tokens upon entering and could use it to sample each tequila station — aka by taking a shot. There was one white token in each bag that would get you a full sized cocktail at your favorite station. Local brands Mean Mule distillery and Una Familia Tequila also were in the mix, providing some Kansas City flavor to the guests in attendance. Read more about this experience at Margaritaville at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #MargaritavilleKC #KCK #MargaritaFest #Tequila #KansasCityKansashttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69b056a4b85d4ebe986ff40c_1773167550921.mp42026-03-10T18:32:32.18047Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/for-more-than-20-years-as-prom-season-approaches2026-03-09https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69aee9e303f7ab00938f9506_1773080107733.pngKansas City StarFor more than 20 years, as prom season approaches, Lee’s Summit’s Woods Chapel United Methodist Church turns into a shopping center. Volunteers hang up hundreds of donated dresses and suits, all offered for free to area students, and then open their pop-up boutique. Teenagers walk the racks hunting determinedly for just the right style and fit and grinning as they try on their finds. “They go in, and they put that dress on, they come out and look at themselves in the mirror, and they smile … it’s amazing to see,” said Christy Barber, one of the many volunteers who make the church’s annual prom event possible. Each year, volunteers reach out to schools in the area and invite them to send students. Last year, the boutique served more than 1,000 students from 120 schools. Since 2005, the boutique has given away more than 26,000 dresses. Read more about the giveaway at the link above. #prom #tuxedo #promdress #kc #leessummithttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69aee9e303f7ab00938f9506_1773080107733.mp42026-03-09T18:15:08.224Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/if-kansas-city-got-a-wnba-team-what-should-it-be2026-03-09https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69aee9e0172666fb63a96d32_1773078171969.pngKansas City StarIf Kansas City got a WNBA team, what should it be called? The WNBA is playing a game in KC next month for the first time in two decades. And as the league eyes more expansion, we asked fans at the Big 12 Tournament in Kansas City this week to dream big. We also wouldn’t mind the “Kansas City Stars.” 👀 What would you name a team? Let us know in the comments. Check out the link in our bio for more of our coverage on the Big 12 Women’s and Men’s basketball tournament. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@lexmadee)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69aee9e0172666fb63a96d32_1773078171969.mp42026-03-09T17:42:52.630149Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-big-12-basketball-tournament-has-arrived-in2026-03-09https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69aac506ddf08135c01fc6db_1773077693782.pngKansas City StarThe Big 12 basketball tournament has arrived in Kansas City, and the women’s tournament tips off Wednesday. Women’s basketball is in the middle of a cultural surge, and the sport — and its athletes — have never been more explosive. The WNBA is expanding to more teams. New leagues like Unrivaled are selling out NBA arenas. And college players are building national brands in real time. Day 1 of the tournament kicks off with No. 12 Kansas State versus No. 13 Cincinnati at 11 a.m. and will wrap with No. 11 Kansas taking on No. 14 UCF at 8 p.m. Read our full list of eight players to watch in the Women’s Big 12 Tournament at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #Big12tournament #Big12WBB #KansasCity #Basketball #WomensBasketballhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69aac506ddf08135c01fc6db_1773077693782.mp42026-03-09T17:34:54.669454Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-city-international-airport-has-resumed2026-03-09https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69aee9d4bcc9f2a359802222_1773077164033.pngKansas City StarThe Kansas City International Airport has resumed operations after it was evacuated Sunday afternoon because of what officials called a bomb threat. The threat was determined not to be credible, according to FBI Director Kash Patel, who tweeted that the terminal was swept and cleared. As of 3 p.m., the parking lot across from the terminal remained closed as law enforcement worked to clear it. Read more about what we know so far at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69aee9d4bcc9f2a359802222_1773077164033.mp42026-03-09T17:26:04.633713Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/join-the-movement-as-this-inspiring-pickleball2026-03-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a8b1d6fc413e01c4b369ba_1772736214283.pngKansas City StarJoin the movement as this inspiring pickleball club in Kansas brings together diverse participants every Sunday! Discover the power of community and competition, as members share their journeys of fitness, friendship, and fun. Don’t miss out on joining this growing family!https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a8b1d6fc413e01c4b369ba_1772736214283.mp42026-03-05T18:43:35.167Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-temporary-jail-that-has-been-under-quick2026-03-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a8b26355091740a3915e26_1772665519034.pngKansas City StarThe temporary jail that has been under quick construction at 7740 E. Front Street is intended to be in use for three to five years until a planned $151 million permanent city jail is constructed.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a8b26355091740a3915e26_1772665519034.mp42026-03-04T23:05:20.649901Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-chiefs-traded-the-all-pro-cornerback-to-the2026-03-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a8b1b226dcce5e131ec440_1772665280648.pngKansas City StarThe Chiefs traded the All-Pro cornerback to the Los Angeles Rams for four draft picks.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a8b1b226dcce5e131ec440_1772665280648.mp42026-03-04T23:01:22.020408Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/decades-ago-kansas-city-star-photographers-had2026-03-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a8b25bd73b8576730d7b23_1772665071935.pngKansas City StarDecades ago, Kansas City Star photographers had far more access to the team.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a8b25bd73b8576730d7b23_1772665071935.mp42026-03-04T22:57:53.115Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/chef-andy-f-matsuda-demonstrated-the-traditional2026-03-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a8b2421858e70ba154017a_1772664988176.pngKansas City StarChef Andy F. Matsuda demonstrated the traditional breakdown of a whole bluefin tuna at KC Craft Ramen in Overland Park. The 160-pound fish was prepared in a live cutting showcasing Japanese culinary technique.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a8b2421858e70ba154017a_1772664988176.mp42026-03-04T22:56:29.123128Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-big-12-womens-basketball-tournament-returns2026-03-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a8b27ce3d4f1557385b773_1772664895952.pngKansas City StarThe Big 12 women’s basketball tournament returns to Kansas City. Here are 8 players who shaped the conference title race this March, including KU’s Jaliya Davis.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a8b27ce3d4f1557385b773_1772664895952.mp42026-03-04T22:54:57.094493Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/star-reporter-rashad-alexander-made-his-first2026-03-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a8b1f4d8afb9bd0abfd4e6_1772664768667.pngKansas City StarStar reporter Rashad Alexander made his first trip to Imo's to experience Provel cheese, cracker crust and the sweet tomato sauce for the first time.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a8b1f4d8afb9bd0abfd4e6_1772664768667.mp42026-03-04T22:52:49.553349Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/inside-a-page-in-swetha-newcombs-childhood-diary2026-03-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a720b36c288e0744c7d829_1772641056854.pngKansas City StarInside a page in Swetha Newcomb’s childhood diary, second-grade script foretells her future. “I can’t wait till I’m older, and I can walk up and down in my restaurant in my fancy outfit,” wrote her younger self. Opening a restaurant is its own feat, but she never dreamed of catching the eye of the James Beard Foundation less than three years in. The young wife, mother and first-generation immigrant said she found out she was a 2026 James Beard semifinalist after everyone else. Now 31, Newcomb’s words from her childhood paint a picture that’s eerily similar to her present. On Tuesday, she sat in a leather booth, wrapped in a handmade apron, and chatted with The Star about her Indian-style restaurant: Of Course Kitchen & Co. in Overland Park. Read more about Of Course Kitchen and Co. at the link above. #JohnsonCountyKS #Kansas #OverlandPark #KansasCityFood #IndianCuisine 🎥: Tammy Ljungblad/The Star (@kctammy), Alexa Stone/The Star (@LexMadee)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a720b36c288e0744c7d829_1772641056854.mp42026-03-04T16:17:37.698271Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-independence-city-council-voted-5-2-to2026-03-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a855a2757cbfffc506d1a6_1772641045576.pngKansas City StarThe Independence City Council voted 5-2 to approve an incentive plan for a massive AI data center after nearly five hours of comments from residents last night. Councilmember Brice Stewart and Mayor Rory Rowland voted against the proposal. The data center will include four main buildings on about 400 acres, a site about twice the size of Arrowhead Stadium. It will cost $6.6 billion to construct and will contain up to $144 billion in specialized equipment, for a total project cost around $150 billion. Councilmembers approved about $6.2 billion in tax breaks for Nebius’ future U.S. flagship facility, forfeiting potential property tax revenue for the next 20 years. Residents packed the Independence council chambers to capacity and overflowed into the lobby, with security officers turning residents away starting 15 minutes before the meeting. Many carried “No Data Center” signs on their laps or stood against the wall for hours, waiting in a line 60 deep for a turn to speak. “This isn’t going to end with this vote,” Independence resident Griffin Harness-Clark said. “There will be citizen resistance. We are going to be out here... you sure won’t be seeing the last of the city of Independence about this issue.” Read more at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a855a2757cbfffc506d1a6_1772641045576.mp42026-03-04T16:17:26.344147Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-brand-new-experience-is-coming-to-the-big-122026-03-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a855ae05f022f7962c6eef_1772640577147.pngKansas City StarA brand-new experience is coming to the Big 12 men’s and women’s basketball tournaments this week when the conference unveils its new interactive LED video sports floor, marking the first time the floor has been used in official college basketball competition. ASB GlassFloor, the company behind the court, has already had its floors used for different sports and entertainment events around the world — some based in America — since 2011. The floor first premiered in knockout rounds of the 2023 FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup. Six months later, it was used during the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend. Later that year, they developed the second edition of the Athletes Lab, where NBA and college teams can train on the surface in Orlando in partnership with the professional league. The Germany-based manufacturer has been constructing the court since the early 2010s, constantly fine-tuning and upgrading with the rapid pace of evolving technology. And now it’s in KC. Read more about how it works at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a855ae05f022f7962c6eef_1772640577147.mp42026-03-04T16:09:38.018314Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/when-visitors-from-around-the-world-descend-upon2026-03-02https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a5c647f772be33fb2a98be_1772481866745.pngKansas City StarWhen visitors from around the world descend upon Kansas City for the World Cup this summer, the streets will be bustling with people seeking to take in all the city has to offer. And they’ll all need transportation to get around town. Enter E-Z Pedicabs. The local pedicab service, started in 2024 by Atticus Sloan and Mark Madden, offers an environmentally friendly, traffic-evading mode of transportation. It wants to be a go-to option this summer for traffic-weary travelers to get around the city. After starting the company with just two cabs, E-Z Pedicabs is now upgrading to eight cabs this spring, and will begin training a new crew of riders to account for the anticipated increase in demand for their services around the World Cup. They plan to ride all day and night. Read more at the link in our bio. 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a5c647f772be33fb2a98be_1772481866745.mp42026-03-02T20:04:28.958594Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/university-of-kansas-students-gathered-to-protest2026-03-02https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a5c64f06824d115123a870_1772481752133.pngKansas City StarUniversity of Kansas students gathered to protest today in response to reports about ICE activity in Lawrence. Social media posts spread online of a reported ICE sighting outside the Ambler Recreation Center on the KU campus at around 8 a.m. Friday. One person was detained by ICE near that location, local advocacy group Sanctuary Alliance of Lawrence confirmed. ICEout.org also reported an ICE sighting Friday morning on Iowa Street in Lawrence in a parking lot by a Dick’s Sporting Goods store. Sanctuary Alliance confirmed one other person was detained at that location. Another detention was also reported on I-70 toward Kansas City, though The Star has not been able to confirm this arrest. In a statement, KU said it is still inquiring about the nature of the detainments. Read what we know so far at the link above. #ICE #ICELawrence #ICEKU #KClocal #KCnewshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a5c64f06824d115123a870_1772481752133.mp42026-03-02T20:02:32.975421Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/discover-kansas-citys-newest-game-lounge-where2026-02-27https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a0c94a414cc80612827eab_1772233792179.pngKansas City StarDiscover Kansas City's newest game lounge, where nostalgia meets fun! Opened on February 24th, this 10,000 square foot haven offers classic games and free entry, perfect for friends and coworkers to reconnect. Unleash your competitive spirit and join the excitement today!https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a0c94a414cc80612827eab_1772233792179.mp42026-02-27T23:09:53.025Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/four-people-including-a-police-officer-were2026-02-27https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a21c910ae7dffeee61eae4_1772233769703.pngKansas City StarFour people, including a police officer, were injured in a shooting outside a funeral service at a church in Kansas City’s Scarritt Renaissance neighborhood Friday morning, police said.  Sgt. Phil DiMartino, a spokesman for the Kansas City Police Department, said three off-duty officers were working at the funeral service at the church — New Beginning Apostolic Church at 200 N. Bales Ave. — around 11:15 a.m. when “several” shots were fired from outside into the building.  Read more about what we know, including a witness account, at the link above.  #KansasCity #KC #Police #LocalNews https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a21c910ae7dffeee61eae4_1772233769703.mp42026-02-27T23:09:30.577152Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-has-officially-invalidated-drivers2026-02-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a0c98308c633410e35aa68_1772146441428.pngKansas City StarKansas has officially invalidated drivers' licenses for transgender residents, mandating costly replacements to align with sex assigned at birth. This controversial law, overriding a governor's veto, imposes new restrictions and potential misdemeanors on the community. Click to uncover the details of this unfolding story.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a0c98308c633410e35aa68_1772146441428.mp42026-02-26T22:54:02.806187Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/join-the-buzz-as-kansas-city-prepares-to-host2026-02-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a0c93f82f71667c2f49914_1772146098402.pngKansas City StarJoin the buzz as Kansas City prepares to host powerhouse teams for the once-in-a-lifetime World Cup! Discover the incredible facilities, vibrant community, and unique experiences that await international soccer fans. Don’t miss out on why this is the place to be!https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a0c93f82f71667c2f49914_1772146098402.mp42026-02-26T22:48:19.276104Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/there-are-a-few-big-questions-that-loom-over-the2026-02-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69a0b5d8f86cbe02190358b3_1772145432034.pngKansas City StarThere are a few big questions that loom over the Chiefs as they prepare for the 2026 season. Some of the biggest include: Travis Kelce’s possible retirement, Trent McDuffie’s future with the Chiefs and salary cap space. At this time last year — during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine — general manager Brett Veach essentially confirmed that tight end Travis Kelce would be back with the Kansas City Chiefs for another season. This time around, Kelce’s status seems to be a bit more up in the air. “I think we’ve taken a different approach with Travis in the sense that I think we’ve prepared for either scenario,” Veach said during his combine news conference on Tuesday.“ Coach (Andy Reid) had mentioned on Friday he’s had great dialogue with Travis.” Meanwhile, All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie is entering his fifth-year option season, and cornerback Jaylen Watson and safety Bryan Cook are due to become unrestricted free agents when the new league year begins on March 11. Read more of our Chiefs coverage at the link above. #KansasCityChiefs #BrettVeach #NFLCombine #TravisKelce #TrentMcDuffiehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69a0b5d8f86cbe02190358b3_1772145432034.mp42026-02-26T22:37:13.323005Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-police-chief-stacey-graves-is-calling2026-02-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/699f4eeb7566ebbee07dd76b_1772053142299.pngKansas City StarKansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves is calling for “drastic” cuts to the department as a result of the budget imbalance, according to an internal police memo. Graves plans to suspend overtime pay, pause all hiring for staff positions and halt all purchases for “non-critical supplies and equipment.” She told the Kansas City council members the primary cause for the budget shortfalls is a combination of legal settlements and staff overtime. In return, several council members said there needs to be more communication and transparency between the police department and the city. The City Council takes up the department’s budget tomorrow. Read more and meet The Star’s Ben Wheeler, our new law enforcement watchdog reporter, at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/699f4eeb7566ebbee07dd76b_1772053142299.mp42026-02-25T20:59:03.022452Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-mattel-themed-attraction-park-is-coming-to-the2026-02-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/699f4f0b340fabf533f615df_1772052296276.pngKansas City StarA Mattel themed attraction park is coming to the Kansas City metro area. The brand is popular for Barbie Dolls, Hot Wheels, American Girl, Fisher-Price and more. A group developing Mattel’s newest destination center recently acquired the needed land to begin construction, so the project can move forward, according to the City of Bonner Springs. The attraction will include a Mattel-themed adventure park, hotels and other family-friendly retail spaces. Bonner Springs City Council members approved entering a STAR bond agreement with the developers and Kansas Department of Commerce to help finance the project’s construction. Using the financing tool will allow officials to draw local and state sales tax revenues generated within the incoming development toward paying off the bond debt taken out to build it. Bonner Springs granted the project a total $221 million in tax incentives to help pay for the project’s construction. That includes about $175 million in net sales and transient guest tax revenue; $15 million in tax increment financing dollars; and $31 million from a community improvement district established in the project area. The project will start in 2027 and must be completed by 2030. Read more about this new entertainment district at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/699f4f0b340fabf533f615df_1772052296276.mp42026-02-25T20:44:57.438531Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-freshman-guard-darryn-peterson-followed2026-02-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/699f4f315bd771b32c554b1f_1772052120505.pngKansas City StarKansas freshman guard Darryn Peterson followed his 32-minute performance against Cincinnati on Saturday with a 30-minute outing against No. 5-ranked Houston on Monday night. The 6-foot-6, 205-pound native of Canton, Ohio, had no problems regarding the cramping issue that’s plagued him much of his one-and-done season at KU. There was one moment in the game against Houston in which it looked as if Peterson might be affected by the cramping issue. “Good. I’m feeling good,” Peterson said after scoring 14 points on 5-of-14 shooting (2-of-7 from 3) with four rebounds, one assist and two turnovers in the No. 14-ranked Jayhawks’ 69-56 victory over the Cougars. Peterson was asked about a stretch in the second half in which Houston guard Kingston Flemings hit a step back jumper in the paint guarded by Peterson. It cut KU’s lead to 49-39 with 10:54 to play. Peterson came down and drained a 3 on the ensuing possession to make it 52-39. KU men’s basketball head coach Bill Self said something to Peterson after his 3. “It was too loud, I’m not going to lie. I tried to read his lips,” Peterson said of his coach’s orders. “It was probably, ‘Just get back to playing defense.’” Read more about Peterson at the link above. #DarrynPeterson #BillSelf #KUHoops #KUbasketball #basketball https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/699f4f315bd771b32c554b1f_1772052120505.mp42026-02-25T20:42:01.27261Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/mary-and-howard-hoff-like-to-describe-their-82026-02-23https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/699c8acc36008603361f198d_1771880317941.pngKansas City StarMary and Howard Hoff like to describe their 8-acre property on Bly Road in eastern Independence — a former working cattle farm anchored by a stately house — as “a slice of heaven.”  Over the years, they’ve hosted family reunions, team banquets, chili cookouts and dozens of other outdoor gatherings. They frequently use golf carts to drive between neighbors, leaving their back gates open in case someone wants to say hello.  But now, when Howard Hoff pilots his golf cart from the top of his property to the bottom, he sees rows of bulldozers tearing into the earth where construction is soon set to begin on a data center that will fuel artificial intelligence.  European AI company Nebius plans to build a 400-acre data center in eastern Independence, in a rural patch of land off of U.S. Highway 24 and Little Blue Parkway zoned as an industrial corridor.  Since Nebius purchased the land from a Kansas City developer in November, some city leaders have touted the data center as a financial windfall and a mark of progress for Independence, expected to bring in significant tax revenue to the city and its school districts. But over on Bly Road, the Hoffs and their neighbors worry that the arrival of the data center could mean the end of their quiet, community-oriented way of life. Get the full story at the link above.  #Independence #DataCenter #AI #LocalNewshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/699c8acc36008603361f198d_1771880317941.mp42026-02-23T20:58:38.758339Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-chiefs-head-coach-andy-reid-shared2026-02-23https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/699c8a5326db092087c0628a_1771880153457.pngKansas City StarKansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid shared updates Friday on the NFL Combine, upcoming draft and the Chiefs’ offense. He sounded optimistic about tight end Travis Kelce potentially returning for a 14th NFL season. Reid wouldn’t confirm a decision, he told local reporters Kelce has remained in contact with the club. “There is communication,” Reid said via Zoom on Friday. “That’s the main thing. I’ve said this before to you: as long as there’s communication, I’m good. That means people want to move forward, and I think that’s where Trav is.” Reid also gave updates on receiver Rashee Rice and former Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill, who was released from the Miami Dolphins earlier this week. Hill was traded to the Dolphins in 2022 for five draft picks. He also signed a four-year, $120 million deal making him the highest-paid receiver at the time with his new team. Check out more of our Chiefs coverage at the link above. #KansasCityChiefs #NFL #TravisKelce #TyreekHill #RasheeRice https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/699c8a5326db092087c0628a_1771880153457.mp42026-02-23T20:55:53.865Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/to-those-whove-never-tasted-yemeni-coffee-the2026-02-23https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/699c8a4ee333e68d88a00d20_1771879945069.pngKansas City StarTo those who’ve never tasted Yemeni coffee: The taste is similar to its American counterpart, but it has a flavor profile commonly described as earthy and bold. In fact, Mocha, Yemen, is thought to be the birthplace of coffee as a beverage, and mochas are named as such because Europeans associated Mocha’s beans with a chocolatey flavor — though ordering a mocha in a U.S. coffee shop will likely produce a much different drink. Yemeni coffee drinks are also often made with spices like cardamom and nuts like pistachio, and they’ve not been widely accessible in the Kansas City metro. Until Tuesday evening, that is. The metro’s first Yemeni coffee shop just opened in Overland Park, much to the delight of Kansas Citians with Middle Eastern ties who are used to driving several hours for the drinks. “We’ve had it in Dallas, but honestly, this is the best Yemeni coffee shop I’ve tried,” said a customer named Lena, whose family hails from Egypt. She asked not to give a last name. #coffee #yemenicoffee #newcoffeekc #kansascity https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/699c8a4ee333e68d88a00d20_1771879945069.mp42026-02-23T20:52:25.585991Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-bystander-was-filming-ice-activity-in-a-public2026-02-23https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/699c8a361be6d263b201967e_1771879772185.pngKansas City StarA bystander was filming ICE activity in a public Lawrence parking lot on Tuesday when she says an agent jumped on her with “all his weight,” injuring her arm. Alicia Kinuwan was leaving the Dollar Tree in Lawrence, Kansas, with her mother Tuesday morning when she noticed several unmarked vehicles near a fast-food chicken restaurant. Several individuals, wearing bulletproof vests marked “ICE,” were gathered near a Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers when she decided to start recording, she said. Immigration agents detained five people in Lawrence from five separate locations on Tuesday, according to video and photos captured by bystanders, including Kinuwan. Local police say they can’t press charges against the agent. Read the story at the link above. #ICE #ICEinKansas #Lawrence #KCNews #KClocalhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/699c8a361be6d263b201967e_1771879772185.mp42026-02-23T20:49:32.911814Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/its-one-of-the-biggest-questions-in-the2026-02-23https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/699c8a4f92fdab53b21cf11f_1771879585934.pngKansas City StarIt’s one of the biggest questions in the basketball world right now: What’s going on with Kansas Jayhawks freshman Darryn Peterson? A presumptive top-three pick in this year’s NBA Draft, Peterson started out red-hot against Oklahoma State on Wednesday. But he asked to come out of the game just three minutes into the second half because of cramping. He played just 18 minutes against the OSU Cowboys but still managed to score 23 points, and KU went on to win comfortably. The Jayhawks’ victory, however, wasn’t the focus of social-media chatter that night or Thursday morning. It seemed like everyone from national media to hoops fans in general had an opinion about Peterson and his early exit — and his season so far for the Jayhawks. Get beat reporter Shreyas Laddha’s latest at the link above. #KU #KUBasketball #DarrynPeterson #NCAA #CollegeHoops https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/699c8a4f92fdab53b21cf11f_1771879585934.mp42026-02-23T20:46:27.169018Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-wnba-is-coming-to-kansas-city-for-the-first2026-02-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6998940216d73a9a4c8fad99_1771629009551.pngKansas City StarThe WNBA is coming to Kansas City for the first time in two decades. The Minnesota Lynx will play the Nigerian Women’s National Team in a WNBA preseason game at T-Mobile Center on Monday, April 27, at 7 p.m. The game is hosted by ProHoops Sports & Events, a sports events company out of Wichita. The Lynx feature stars like forward Napheesa Collier, guard Kayla McBride and guards and social media stars Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman. They are led by U.S. Women’s National Team head coach Cheryl Reeve, who has led the team since 2010. The Nigeria national team, also known as D’Tigress, is currently ranked eighth in the FIBA World Rankings. The team reached the quarterfinals in the 2024 Olympics, becoming the first African basketball team, male or female, to qualify for the Olympic quarterfinals. Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 20, at 10 a.m. on the T-Mobile Center website. Read more at the link in our bio. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@lexmadee)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6998940216d73a9a4c8fad99_1771629009551.mp42026-02-20T23:10:10.43Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-19-year-old-us-citizen-pinned-to-the-ground-and2026-02-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6998941c0387b8893a319c3e_1771628967516.pngKansas City StarA 19-year-old U.S. citizen pinned to the ground and handcuffed outside an Olathe Walmart. Federal agents allegedly peering through the windows of a community center that houses the Boys & Girls Club. Five arrests in five different locations around Lawrence in the span of one day. ICE is making its presence known in northeast Kansas. Parts of Johnson County — Olathe in particular — are seeing increased immigration enforcement in recent days, following news that plans to transform a vacant south Kansas City warehouse into an ICE mega detention center had been scuttled. The arrival of federal immigration agents in diverse communities across and beyond the Kansas City metro has heightened anxiety among residents. “It is heartbreaking and horrific to know that we’ve got folks — I mean, we’ve seen it in other places, including Minneapolis and now here in Kansas — where people are scared to leave their homes,” Democratic U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids said Tuesday after an event in Overland Park. In an email statement to The Star, ICE spokesperson Rob Hughes declined to answer specific questions about the agency’s operations in the metro area. He suggested that doing so could jeopardize officers’ safety. Read more at the link above. #Olathe #Lawrence #Kansas #ICE #LocalNews https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6998941c0387b8893a319c3e_1771628967516.mp42026-02-20T23:09:28.338796Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/when-kck-police-chief-karl-oakman-learned-more2026-02-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69977dce71536e60496316b5_1771595825781.pngKansas City StarWhen KCK Police Chief Karl Oakman learned more about the person killed in a recent double homicide, he said he worried fear about ICE may have kept her from getting help. People need to know, Okaman said, that they shouldn’t let their immigration status keep them from seeking local assistance when they need it. Whether that’s from police or other agencies, especially domestic violence shelters. Ingris Carolina Damas Morales, 20, was shot and killed Jan. 31 by her ex-boyfriend, Josue Avila-Carcamo. Just eight days before, officers had picked up Avila-Carcamo on an outstanding warrant, the chief said, stemming from a July 2024 domestic violence incident involving Morales, who did not have legal residency status in the United States. In 2024, Oakman’s department supported Morales as she applied — and received — a temporary restraining order against Avila-Carcamo, the chief said. But when it came to going to court to obtain a full order, Morales didn’t show up for her court date, Oakman said. That temporary order expired sometime in 2024. “What’s concerning is that she may have not gotten the resources that she needed and that are available to her, probably because of her immigration status,” Oakman said. “I think that fear really probably reduced her chances of getting resources that she actually needed.” Read the full story at the link above. #ICE #news #kansascity #kansas #KCKhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69977dce71536e60496316b5_1771595825781.mp42026-02-20T13:57:07.028648Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/three-individuals-in-lawrence-kansas-were-stopped2026-02-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6995dc58f5e030b2332d6597_1771448474251.pngKansas City StarThree individuals in Lawrence, Kansas, were stopped, handcuffed and detained by ICE and other federal immigration agents today, according to video and photos captured by bystanders and distributed by a local activists group. “We have received reports of ICE activity in West Lawrence and South Lawrence,” Lawrence-based Sanctuary Alliance reported Tuesday, posting images on its social media. “We can confirm 5 total confirmed sighting (sic). We can confirm 3 detainments.” Images captured by an eyewitness show as many as four agents, with one in a vest marked ICE, for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and another marked ERO, for Enforcement and Removal Operations, taking individuals into custody at three locations. They included one individual detained between 6:30 and 7:30 a.m. at 23rd and Iowa streets, another taken into custody at about 8:30 a.m. in the parking lot for Hobby Lobby and El Potro Mexican cafe at 34th and Iowa streets, and a third taken into custody at about 9 a.m. in the parking lot for Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers and Kwik Trip at 25th and Iowa streets. The Lawrence Police Department did not confirm the detainments, and said on social media they had not been contacted by the Department of Homeland Security. Read what we know at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6995dc58f5e030b2332d6597_1771448474251.mp42026-02-18T21:01:15.35343Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/on-monday-the-miami-dolphins-released-wide2026-02-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6995dc6427fcb4d255d59f03_1771447309113.pngKansas City StarOn Monday, the Miami Dolphins released wide receiver Tyreek Hill as part of a flurry of salary-cap moves. Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones wasted no time putting on his recruiting hat, tagging Hill on Twitter/X and writing, “It’s (time),” with a clock emoji. But is a reunion with Hill and the Chiefs truly possible? When the Chiefs and Hill couldn’t agree to terms on a long-term extension in 2022, Kansas City traded him to Miami for five draft picks — a first, a second, two fourth-rounders and a sixth. Hill saw continued individual success in Miami but never reached the team success he had in KC. The Chiefs went on to win back-to-back Super Bowls in 2022-23 after moving on from the receiver. In Week 4 of 2025, Hill suffered a devastating knee injury that required surgery. Considering his age, some had wondered if that could lead him into retirement. But on Monday, Hill thanked the Dolphins via Instagram while hinting that he would make a return to the field in the future. Read more of our Chiefs coverage at the link above. #TyreekHill #KansasCityChiefs #ChrisJones #NFL #Football https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6995dc6427fcb4d255d59f03_1771447309113.mp42026-02-18T20:41:50.075681Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/eboni-silas-family-friends-and-former-classmates2026-02-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/uploadThumbnail_1771613808655.pngKansas City StarEboni Silas’ family, friends and former classmates on Monday gathered outside the Kansas City nightclub where she was killed over the weekend. One by one, they spoke about Silas. She took care of her family, her sister, Brittany Silas, said. She showed up when it mattered, said LeNieca Colbert, one of her former classmates. She was “short and spunky,” said Tasha Silas, her cousin. Along a busy stretch of road in an industrial part of Kansas City’s Westside, Eboni Silas’ loved ones held a balloon release in her memory after she was shot and killed inside Status Nightclub early Sunday morning. Silas, 29, and Tishauna Ballard, 24, were killed; two others were injured. “She was loving — she loved her family, she loved her friends,” Tasha Silas said of her cousin. “It’s just unreal.” Read more about Eboni Silas and the aftermath of the shooting at the link above.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6994b9de63836356753c69d4_1771377095564.mp42026-02-20T18:57:05.36Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/this-offseason-the-royals-focused-on-improving2026-02-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6994b9de73a9723b2cc13031_1771376956462.pngKansas City StarThis offseason, the Royals focused on improving their outfield depth and bullpen. The club acquired outfielder Isaac Collins and reliever Nick Mears from the Milwaukee Brewers. Additionally, the Royals added veteran relief duo Matt Strahm and Alex Lange to bolster the late innings.  “You know, the more experience you have down there, the more opportunity for success,” pitcher Lucas Erceg said. “... It’s all gonna help us create success a little bit more consistently. As long as we are all on the same page and doing the right things, I don’t doubt that we’re gonna turn some heads this year.”  In a lot of ways, the Royals felt they elevated their roster. The club surrounded its top core — Witt, Maikel Garcia, Vinnie Pasquantino and Salvador Perez — with supporting pieces to accelerate the current timeline. Plus, the fences are moving in at Kauffman Stadium — which means the club expects an influx of extra-base hits this year.  Get our dispatch from spring training at the link above.  #Royals #KansasCity #KCRoyals #MLB #SpringTraining https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6994b9de73a9723b2cc13031_1771376956462.mp42026-02-18T01:09:17.38211Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/neisha-robinson-and-her-boyfriend-had-only-been2026-02-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6994b9c9447a927422a85d80_1771376797218.pngKansas City StarNeisha Robinson and her boyfriend had only been inside the packed Status Nightclub early Sunday morning for about 15 minutes when everything changed. “There were no fights or anything — no commotion,” Robinson, 28, said. “The music was still playing. People were still dancing. And then you hear the first pop.” People kept dancing, she said, “because we’re not thinking that somebody‘s inside shooting.” Only someone was inside shooting. “Once the second and third shots go off, everybody is taking off, running and hitting the ground,” Robinson said. “And then it’s like, I want to say, like five more back to back (shots) happen.” On Tuesday morning, prosecutors announced charges against a Kansas City, Kansas, man for two counts of second-degree murder. Dontae M Brooks, 27, was taken into custody Monday. In addition to the two murder counts, he’s charged with four counts of armed criminal action, one count of first-degree assault and two weapon crimes. Brooks is charged in the death of Eboni Silas, 29, and Tishauna Ballard, 24, who were inside the club at the time of the shooting. Two others were injured in the early Sunday shooting, including a man who was shot in the face and chest and is hospitalized in stable condition, authorities said. Get the latest updates at the link above. #KansasCitynews #StatusNightClub #Crime #KansasCityLocal https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6994b9c9447a927422a85d80_1771376797218.mp42026-02-18T01:06:38.237651Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/two-people-were-killed-and-two-others-injured2026-02-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6994b9c5371965a0a04be270_1771376712096.pngKansas City StarTwo people were killed and two others injured after a shooting inside a Kansas City nightclub early Sunday morning. Jackson County Sheriff’s deputies were working off duty in the area of 28th Street and Southwest Boulevard around 2 a.m. when they heard gunfire inside a bar. At the same time, 911 received calls about a shooting from inside the building, according to Capt. Jake Becchina, spokesperson for the Kansas City Police Department. Upon arrival, officers were led into the business where they found three women who were shot, and began rendering aid until medics arrived. One woman was declared dead at the scene. The other two were taken to the hospital, where one of them later died, according to Becchina. A fourth shooting victim, a man, was transported to the hospital by a private vehicle. He is in critical condition, according to Becchina. The third woman who was shot sustained non-life threatening injuries. Later Sunday morning, police tape still surrounded a business on the block marked with the name Blvd Nights. Police have not confirmed the name of the nightclub where the shooting occurred, and maps of the scene show several clubs located there. Get the latest updates at the link above.  #KansasCity #Crime #Shooting #LocalNews https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6994b9c5371965a0a04be270_1771376712096.mp42026-02-18T01:05:12.970093Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-group-of-around-a-dozen-men-competed-at-one-of2026-02-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6994b8bdf0e2b45cf976a50d_1771376378366.pngKansas City StarA group of around a dozen men competed at one of Kansas City’s beloved local businesses for a coveted title worth a gift bag and endless bragging rights — who looks the most like Bad Bunny? As part of a Valentine’s Day event, Café Corazón welcomed Cafecitón, a Latin and brunch club, to host the competition. The club welcomes around 350 guests to the café each time it hosts events, according to organizers. On Saturday, the order line at Café Corazón had more energy than usual as a conga line snaked through hundreds of guests to a DJ playing Latin pop in the café’s intimate lobby. At the event Saturday, some attendees quietly sipped coffee in anticipation, while others grabbed a friend, significant other and hit a makeshift dance floor next to the order line. At one point, an employee brought out a broomstick and initiated the limbo. What did the winning "Benito" have to say? Read all about it and the @cafecorazonkc event at the link in our bio. 🎥: Emily Curiel (@shortlittlekidd)/The Starhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6994b8bdf0e2b45cf976a50d_1771376378366.mp42026-02-18T00:59:39.259734Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-jerome-tang-era-has-come-to-an-abrupt-end-at2026-02-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6994b892501c80104f57db8a_1771376279396.pngKansas City StarThe Jerome Tang era has come to an abrupt end at Kansas State. On Sunday, the Wildcats decided to part ways with Tang even though six games remain in the regular season. The move comes as a surprise, if only because of its timing. K-State athletic director Gene Taylor is not usually one to fire a coach in the middle of a season. But the end did seem near for Tang, as the losses have really piled up for the Wildcats this year. “This was a decision that was made in the best interest of our university and men’s basketball program,” Taylor said in a statement. “Recent public comments and conduct, in addition to the program’s overall direction, have not aligned with K-State’s standards for supporting student-athletes and representing the university.” Taylor confirmed at a news conference Sunday night that K-State is firing Tang “for cause.” Tang could fight K-State’s decision in court. In a statement, he said he is “deeply disappointed” and “strongly” disagrees with the characterization of his firing. Read more about the reasons for the decision at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6994b892501c80104f57db8a_1771376279396.mp42026-02-18T00:57:59.936309Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-star-beat-writer-gary-bedore-ranks2026-02-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698ee7fb0eb7d928ed28cb35_1771376111307.pngKansas City StarKansas City Star beat writer Gary Bedore ranks the greatest moments since Allen Fieldhouse opened in March 1955.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698ee7fb0eb7d928ed28cb35_1771376111307.mp42026-02-18T00:55:12.175726Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/if-you-start-seeing-blue-and-white-drones-flying2026-02-18https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6994b82b530f086d24bd5888_1771376087313.pngKansas City StarIf you start seeing blue and white drones flying around your neighborhood, don’t be alarmed. Someone’s probably just expecting a package. Amazon announced Feb. 9 that its Prime Air drone delivery service is now live in the Kansas City metro. The drones will carry packages that weigh up to five pounds and will travel within a 7.5-mile distance during daylight hours. Amazon describes the drone delivery as an “ultra-fast delivery service” that reduces road traffic and lowers carbon emissions. The idea was first brought up in April 2025, when an Amazon representative told The Star that the company was considering bringing delivery drones to the city. KC is the seventh metro area in the country to get drone delivery. Read more at the link in our bio. 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6994b82b530f086d24bd5888_1771376087313.mp42026-02-18T00:54:48.162938Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-walkout-from-shawnee-mission-north-students2026-02-17https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698ee80ad8bb9fbabf5a0ca9_1771350802213.pngKansas City StarThe walkout from Shawnee Mission North students on Wednesday, Feb. 11, was one of several that have happened at Johnson County schools in the past few weeks.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698ee80ad8bb9fbabf5a0ca9_1771350802213.mp42026-02-17T17:53:23.944053Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-gathered-masses-were-members-of-the-greater2026-02-17https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698ee87fe178df2996187883_1771350028114.pngKansas City StarThe gathered masses were members of the Greater Kansas City Building and Construction Trades Council — a coalition of seventeen local trade unions. Electricians, ironworkers, bricklayers, pipe fitters. The crews who build the city. Port KC isn’t mainly about barges and grain terminals anymore. It’s one of the city’s most powerful development-finance shops. Under state law, it can issue bonds, grant decades-long property-tax abatements, exempt construction materials from sales tax and structure the standard lease-back deal that makes all of that possible. And when the biggest subsidized projects in town all run through one agency, that agency ends up shaping who gets hired and how they get paid. In August 2025, the group says it reached an agreement with Port KC that construction projects on port property or using port incentives would be subject to Missouri’s prevailing wage and minimum apprenticeship standards. The goal, they say, was to make sure public subsidies also produced trained local workers and career pathways. Now, they argue that commitment hasn’t materialized. Read David Hudnall's full column at the link above.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698ee87fe178df2996187883_1771350028114.mp42026-02-17T17:40:29.173036Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/despite-an-anonymous-threat-to-the-school2026-02-13https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698e3862bf07e5b24b23b07e_1770972919189.pngKansas City StarDespite an anonymous threat to the school, students from a Johnson County high school took a stand against ICE today.  Hundreds of Shawnee Mission North High School students participated in a student-led walkout this afternoon. Students walked along Johnson Drive for several blocks, holding handmade signs that bore pro-immigration messages and opposition to ICE  Police officers blocked traffic and cars honked in support of the students as they walked down the busy street. Several students walked holding Guatemalan, Cuban and American flags. “I’m really proud of how many people showed up,” Shawnee Mission North junior Anna Culley said. “That also made it much easier — that there are a lot of people that are passionate about it.”  Shawnee Mission North’s student walkout comes at a time when several other schools and residents across the KC metro have protested immigration enforcement activity.  Read more at the link above. #OverlandPark #KansasCity #Protest #ICE https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698e3862bf07e5b24b23b07e_1770972919189.mp42026-02-13T08:55:20.21383Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/royals-beat-reporter-jaylon-thompson-breaks-it2026-02-11https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698d09722937ce4fea2dcc5a_1770854263202.pngKansas City StarRoyals beat reporter Jaylon Thompson breaks it all down from Surprise, Arizona.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698d09722937ce4fea2dcc5a_1770854263202.mp42026-02-11T23:57:44.044804Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-city-royals-have-high-expectations-for2026-02-11https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698d091f5b66abc59cfd6d49_1770854253714.pngKansas City StarThe Kansas City Royals have high expectations for the 2026 season. They're in Surprise, Arizona, for spring training.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698d091f5b66abc59cfd6d49_1770854253714.mp42026-02-11T23:57:34.334923Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/discover-iconic-1960-s-kansas-city-chiefs-players2026-02-11https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698d09bf7c44bf75346e5a6c_1770854195669.pngKansas City StarDiscover iconic 1960s Kansas City Chiefs players frozen in the action portrait style that was a staple of sports photography in the day.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698d09bf7c44bf75346e5a6c_1770854195669.mp42026-02-11T23:56:36.639815Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/for-the-fifth-consecutive-year-the-negro-league2026-02-11https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698d097919b17a56d3c1fd92_1770853744508.pngKansas City StarFor the fifth consecutive year, the Negro League Baseball Museum will have free admission in the month of February thanks to the Kansas City Royals Foundation, in honor of Black History Month.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698d097919b17a56d3c1fd92_1770853744508.mp42026-02-11T23:49:05.278417Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/bricks-and-minifigs-is-a-new-store-in-lees-summit2026-02-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698baf3655642a766d03df55_1770763502374.pngKansas City StarBricks and Minifigs is a new store in Lee's Summit, near KC, catering to lovers of Lego with spare pieces, complete sets, accessories and more.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698baf3655642a766d03df55_1770763502374.mp42026-02-10T22:45:03.300838Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/theres-a-palpable-buzz-at-niecies-on-first2026-02-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698baf7bfc715a122ed205e5_1770763491325.pngKansas City StarThere's a palpable buzz at Niecie’s on First Fridays as owner "Ms. Niecie," Denise Ward, sings old school classics at the iconic Kansas City soul food restaurant.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698baf7bfc715a122ed205e5_1770763491325.mp42026-02-10T22:44:53.104895Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-georgian-village-and-other-west-plaza-antique2026-02-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698baf6060a41c04e177a893_1770763053492.pngKansas City StarThe Georgian Village and other West Plaza antique stores at 45th and State Line closed after the owner’s death; family hopes buyers will keep the Kansas City district alive.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698baf6060a41c04e177a893_1770763053492.mp42026-02-10T22:37:34.303464Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-mens-basketball-team-pulled-off-what2026-02-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698b7e5c813ab03045c1ccf9_1770761620581.pngKansas City StarThe Kansas men’s basketball team pulled off what seemed like an improbable task entering Monday night — and then was made even more difficult.  The No. 9 Jayhawks managed to upset No. 1 Arizona and hand the Wildcats (23-1) their first loss. Perhaps the most stunning part? Kansas did it without star freshman Darryn Peterson. He was out due to flu-like symptoms, a KU Athletics spokesperson announced shortly before the game. Read our takeaways from the win — and an interesting twist to the Peterson storyline — at the link above. #KU #KUbasketball #NCAA #Kansas #Lawrence https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698b7e5c813ab03045c1ccf9_1770761620581.mp42026-02-10T22:13:41.424594Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-demolition-of-parade-park-homes-a-historic2026-02-10https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698b7e6a25db628c56b9e1d4_1770761448847.pngKansas City StarThe demolition of Parade Park Homes, a historic housing co-op of some 510 units in the 18th and Vine Jazz District which — when it opened in 1962 — was extolled as a model of homeownership in Kansas City’s Black community. Some 64 years later, the development is officially coming down, following years of decay, neglect and abandonment. In the year since the property has been vacant, and fenced off, 27 fires have gutted or scorched empty units, located between Truman Road and 18th Street, Woodland and Brooklyn avenues. Demolition is expected to take approximately 60 to 75 days. Once the site is down and cleared, construction is scheduled to begin as soon as this spring on the first phase of a $300 million housing development of 1,100 mixed-use living units, to include condos, townhomes and flats, of which 470 units will be affordable for low-income and senior residents. Read more about this demolition at the link above. #ParadePark #ParadeParkKansasCity #KansasCity #KansasCityDemolitions #18thandVine https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698b7e6a25db628c56b9e1d4_1770761448847.mp42026-02-10T22:10:49.83334Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kc-star-reporter-rashad-alexander-is-new-to2026-02-09https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698a0203fa0194e081b1aef4_1770661555021.pngKansas City StarKC Star reporter Rashad Alexander is new to Kansas City. So of course, that means he’s commonly asked the question, “Which barbecue spots have you been to?”  And then the familiar response: “You’ve got to try Joe’s!” Yelp recently named Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que as one of the best U.S. restaurants of 2026. The establishment has been cosigned by Patrick Mahomes, Barack Obama and Paul Rudd, and continues to be a staple when it comes to Kansas City barbecue. Rashad wanted to join the Kansas City experience and eat inside Joe’s original gas station location in Kansas City, Kansas. “Those ribs might just be some of the best I ever had, and I’ve been to a lot of cookouts in my lifetime,” Alexander said.  Read more about Rashad’s experience at Joe’s at the link above. #JoesKC #JoesBBQ #KansasCityBBQ #KansasCityBarbecue #KansasCity https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698a0203fa0194e081b1aef4_1770661555021.mp42026-02-09T18:25:56.071562Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-number-of-teams-in-the-2026-fifa-world-cup2026-02-09https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698a0211ed370eaaf7f56657_1770659606088.pngKansas City StarA number of teams in the 2026 FIFA World Cup wanted to have their base camps in Kansas City, specifically in order to train at Sporting Kansas City’s practice facilities.  Defending World Cup champion Argentina, ranked second in the world, got first dibs and announced that its national team will indeed make its camp at Sporting KC’s Compass Minerals National Performance Center. That means Messi, one of the best soccer players in world history, will call KC home base for what’s likely his last World Cup ever. “The Kansas City metropolitan area is the largest, most influential and most important economy in its region, historically alongside Chicago and Cincinnati,” the AFA said on its website. Read more about Argentina choosing Sporting KC’s facilities as their base camp at the link above. #FifaWorldCup #FIFA #FIFAKansasCity #WorldCupKansasCity #Argentinahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698a0211ed370eaaf7f56657_1770659606088.mp42026-02-09T17:53:27.118438Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/inside-klassic-guy-barber-lounge-on-9th-in-kansas2026-02-09https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698a0211e759c0a7095c141a_1770659594135.pngKansas City StarInside Klassic Guy Barber & Lounge on 9th in Kansas City, you immediately understand you’re in a split space that’s part-barbershop, part-bar and lounge. “[My favorite part here is] the social aspect … typically when you get done with your shift you’re ready to go home and I don’t after work,” said barber Tehya Smith. “I stay and mingle.” A big perk: You get a complimentary drink with every haircut. Jalen “Toure” Ford and Tyler Boston co-own Klassic Guy Barber & Lounge alongside a full ownership group that set out to create a premium barbershop experience with community and inclusivity at the forefront. The brand has two locations — one in downtown Kansas City and another in Lee’s Summit — plus its own barber school, Klassic Transformation Barber Academy, which aims to develop the next generation of professionals. Klassic Guy offers walk-ins and membership packages for haircuts and the in-house bar, Bar 9. Read more about this unique barbershop at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone), Dominick Williams (@DOM) #Klassicguyon9th #KansasCityBarbershops #Barbershop #KansasCityhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698a0211e759c0a7095c141a_1770659594135.mp42026-02-09T17:53:15.045963Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/from-distracted-and-drunk-driving-to-speeding-and2026-02-09https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6986742a8cc71a1604c55003_1770639802650.pngKansas City StarFrom distracted and drunk driving to speeding and bad weather, these are the top 10 reasons car crashes happen in the United States. Most crashes are caused by human error, according to traffic safety experts. Knowing the most common causes can help drivers reduce risk and stay safer on the road. For more information, visit the NHTSA website.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6986742a8cc71a1604c55003_1770639802650.mp42026-02-09T12:23:23.730078Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-rapid-growth-of-artificial-intelligence-is2026-02-09https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69866fe9a47b9731734bb883_1770639671665.pngKansas City StarThe rapid growth of artificial intelligence is fueling a surge in electricity demand as data centers expand across the U.S. The increased load is straining local power grids, raising electric bills and leaving more Americans behind on payments, sparking debate in city halls nationwide.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69866fe9a47b9731734bb883_1770639671665.mp42026-02-09T12:21:12.959699Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-homeowner-in-independence-says-a-sinkhole-that2026-02-06https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698617e1f2cf379a35882217_1770405035602.pngKansas City StarA homeowner in Independence says a sinkhole that formed after heavy rain continues to grow, while utilities, insurance, and geological agencies have yet to provide a clear path to repairs.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698617e1f2cf379a35882217_1770405035602.mp42026-02-06T19:10:36.127Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/parade-park-in-kansas-citys-18th-and-vine-jazz2026-02-06https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69861827ec9476271f7bd191_1770405013027.pngKansas City StarParade Park in Kansas City's 18th and Vine Jazz District is being demolished to make room for 1,100 mixed-use homes, including affordable and senior housing.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69861827ec9476271f7bd191_1770405013027.mp42026-02-06T19:10:14.687881Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/pam-kramer-chief-executive-officer-of-kc-20262026-02-06https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6986182d33f694e58d018f97_1770404598707.pngKansas City StarPam Kramer, chief executive officer of KC2026, discusses how Kansas City is preparing for the 2026 World Cup. She provides updates on Fan Fest, volunteering, and the teams that have chosen to have their base camps in the Kansas City area.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6986182d33f694e58d018f97_1770404598707.mp42026-02-06T19:03:21.433599Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/join-us-as-we-delve-into-the-secrets-of-building2026-02-06https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698237305ef69f6d2f8c253e_1770391957856.pngKansas City StarJoin us as we delve into the secrets of building a competitive team! This video offers exclusive insights into the strategies and research backing successful performance, creating an encouraging narrative that promises growth and optimism. Don’t miss the opportunity to elevate your game!https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698237305ef69f6d2f8c253e_1770391957856.mp42026-02-06T15:32:38.409889Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/discover-the-heartfelt-journey-behind-a-60-time2026-02-06https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6982372a9d6bef5c6b15c070_1770391950489.pngKansas City StarDiscover the heartfelt journey behind a 60-time contract that is more than just a deal. Join us as we explore the importance of family, commitment, and building a legacy that resonates far beyond the glitz of royalty. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6982372a9d6bef5c6b15c070_1770391950489.mp42026-02-06T15:32:31.452258Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-jayhawks-coach-bill-self-reacts-after2026-02-06https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698237730f9b4fe5fbeeaa11_1770391929816.pngKansas City StarKansas Jayhawks Coach Bill Self reacts after Kansas’ win over BYU, celebrated as the 1,000th game at Allen Fieldhouse.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698237730f9b4fe5fbeeaa11_1770391929816.mp42026-02-06T15:32:20.822196Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/who-will-play-in-kansas-city-when-the-world-cup2026-02-06https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/694333d05a546f2e4abce6e7_1770390455290.pngKansas City StarWho will play in Kansas City when the World Cup comes to town next summer? 

The number of candidates was reduced significantCurielay, when the World Cup draw in Washington, D.C. assigned the 48 qualified national teams to groups. A watch party at KC Live! in the Power & Light District brought the hype in KC. KC will play host to games in Group J, and one each in Groups E and F (as well as a Round of 32 match and a quarterfinal). And based on the group draw, the slate of who could come to KC includes the defending champion — and perhaps the world’s greatest player — in Argentina. Such an appearance would be a treat for KC soccer fans.  Read more about the teams who could come to KC at the link in our bio. And check back in on Instagram Saturday around 11 a.m. as the official match schedule is set.  🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@lexmadee) & Emily Curiel/The Star (@shortlittlekidd)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/694333d05a546f2e4abce6e7_1770390455290.mp42026-02-06T15:07:36.066Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/get-excited-kc-the-draw-for-the-2026-fifa-world2026-02-06https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/694333d983063a6fb730c22a_1770390433901.pngKansas City StarGet excited, KC: The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is Friday at 11 a.m. CST, when the 48-nation field will be separated into 12 four-team groups. The group-stage matchups and where those games will be played, including matches in Kansas City, will be revealed Saturday at 11 a.m., FIFA said this week. FIFA will attempt to ensure that no more than one team from the same confederation will be placed into a group, except for Europe’s UEFA, which has 16 teams. Each group will have one UEFA team, but no more than two. The U.S. knows it will play its group-stage games in Los Angeles and Seattle. Kansas City will be the site of two Group J games (June 16 and 27), and one each from Group E (June 20) and Group F (June 25). Later, Kansas City will be the site of a Round of 32 knockout stage game on July 3, and will be one of four cities to host a quarterfinal match on July 11. Read more about the FIFA World Cup coming to Kansas City at the link in our bio. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@LexMadee)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/694333d983063a6fb730c22a_1770390433901.mp42026-02-06T15:07:14.964Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-chiefs-quarterback-patrick-mahomes2026-02-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69835bab479e743e535fb5b6_1770334150678.pngKansas City StarKansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes praised Travis Kelce for his record-breaking performance in the team’s win over the Washington Commanders. Mahomes highlighted Kelce’s impact on the offense and their continued connection on the field.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69835bab479e743e535fb5b6_1770334150678.mp42026-02-05T23:29:11.092Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/retired-teacher-escorted-out-of-leavenworth2026-02-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69835ca6ec665645b8223016_1770334094832.pngKansas City StarRetired teacher escorted out of Leavenworth meeting about ICE detentionhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69835ca6ec665645b8223016_1770334094832.mp42026-02-05T23:28:15.561574Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-mainstreet-movie-club-founded-by-a-kc-native2026-02-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6943349f7746bd28c2dd2078_1770333641811.pngKansas City StarThe Mainstreet Movie Club, founded by a KC native and local rapper, is bringing a new way to meet friends to the metro. Jamel Thompson, known by his stage name The Royal Chief (@theroyalchief), started the club through TikTok earlier this year after receiving feedback that people wanted a way to build community around going to see movies together. The club meets up at least once a month at a local restaurant before hopping on the KC Streetcar to the movies. The group watches the film together then sticks around for a post-movie discussion — which several called the best part of the club. Read more about the club, including how to get involved, at the link in our bio. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@lexmadee)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6943349f7746bd28c2dd2078_1770333641811.mp42026-02-05T23:20:42.65021Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/royals-chairman-and-ceo-john-sherman-took-little2026-02-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698230ef5e6d8a8810ddefab_1770333519561.pngKansas City StarRoyals chairman and CEO John Sherman took little off the table when it comes to the team’s new stadium plans. Both sides of the state line remain in play. So does a Clay County location, Sherman said. Even remaining at Kauffman Stadium beyond the current lease that expires after the 2030 season, undesirable as it might be, remains a possibility. “That’s always a fallback position, we have that option,” Sherman said Saturday. “But that’s not something we intend to happen. That would be, from my perspective, kicking the can down the road relative to making sure we settle the Royals into their next generation.” Last week, the Royals announced they were no longer considering the Aspiria campus in Overland Park. But Sherman didn’t close the door on either possibility. “We made the decision to walk away from the Aspiria site,” Sherman said. “But we still have opportunities on that side of the state line.” Read more about the Royals’ potential stadium move at the link above. #KansasCity #KansasCityRoyals #JohnSherman #MLB #Baseball https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698230ef5e6d8a8810ddefab_1770333519561.mp42026-02-05T23:18:40.327402Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/there-are-hundreds-of-vacant-and-contaminated2026-02-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698237ff33564770e72158ab_1770333214415.pngKansas City StarThere are hundreds of vacant and contaminated lots in the neighborhood that were created by city demolition, now no one can build on them because they are full of hazardous waste.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698237ff33564770e72158ab_1770333214415.mp42026-02-05T23:13:35.451888Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-semi-hauling-roofing-materials-struck-the-low2026-02-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698237a71ccc4e0947ca9b89_1770332951653.pngKansas City StarA semi hauling roofing materials struck the low-clearance Independence Avenue bridge in Kansas City, spilling supplies; driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698237a71ccc4e0947ca9b89_1770332951653.mp42026-02-05T23:09:12.758977Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/join-a-talented-latina-artisan-as-she-shares-her2026-02-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/698237e6fa57a00944c50cf3_1770328489249.pngKansas City StarJoin a talented Latina artisan as she shares her journey in crafting beautiful, floral-inspired ceramic cups. With influences from her culture and a passion for creativity, discover how she's built a thriving business and connected with her community through art.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/698237e6fa57a00944c50cf3_1770328489249.mp42026-02-05T21:54:50.16Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/local-government-leadership-in-johnson-and-d7yh2026-02-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6984be7eec0222d5ef3658a3_1770309268377.pngKansas City StarLocal government leadership in Johnson and Wyandotte counties recently unveiled where team and state officials want to build components of a $4 billion stadium package that would mark the Kansas City Chiefs’ crossover into Kansas. Last night, residents from Kansas City, Kansas, and Olathe told their respective governing bodies what they think about the Chiefs moving into their backyards and how much they want to pitch in to help finance the team’s proposed move. Olathe voted unanimously to put local tax dollars toward the new Chiefs facilities and KCK Commissioners will vote tomorrow whether to direct some local sales tax revenue to ward paying for the new domed stadium in Wyandotte. The package includes a $3 billion stadium in KCK and a new nearly $1 billion training facility and team headquarters in Olathe. The facilities will be surrounded by entertainment districts, Gov. Laura Kelly said during their announcement in Topeka. Interested in where the Chiefs want to set up shop? Read more about it at the link in our bio. 🎥: Tammy Ljungblad/The Star (@kctammy)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6984be7eec0222d5ef3658a3_1770309268377.mp42026-02-05T16:34:29.275Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/after-weeks-of-anticipation-and-hours-of-public2026-02-04https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69838c70b807f4de8b516c91_1770230337175.pngKansas City StarAfter weeks of anticipation and hours of public input, the Olathe City Council unanimously voted to contribute local sales tax revenue to help pay for a new Chiefs headquarters and training facility in town. “At the end of the day, I’m excited the Chiefs will stay in the metro area,” Mayor John Bacon said at the end of the meeting on Tuesday night. “A lot of benefits have come (to) Olathe, in my time I’ve served on council, from tax incentives to try and bring businesses, jobs. So as far as this particular project … it’s a fairly easy decision tonight.” The City Council’s unanimous decision will allow the city to direct local, incremental sales and use tax revenues from a 165-acre site on the northwest corner of College Boulevard and Ridgeview Road, just south of Kansas Highway 10, for 30 years, to help finance the team’s new facilities in Kansas. Despite several residents’ skepticism about Olathe committing local tax revenue to the Chiefs — in part due to the wealth of the team’s billionaire owner Clark Hunt — the City Council felt that this would help develop an area that has otherwise sat untouched. Olathe’s approval marks the first step toward Kansas’ goal of bringing the Chiefs to the Sunflower state after state and team officials announced in December their near-$4 billion plan to build a new domed stadium in Wyandotte County and state-of-the-art training facility and headquarters in Olathe. Read more at the link above. #OlatheKS #Chiefs #KansasCity #KansasCityChiefs #Olathe 📸: Tammy Ljungblad/The Star (@kctammy)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69838c70b807f4de8b516c91_1770230337175.mp42026-02-04T18:38:58.089614Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/when-kansas-senate-bill-244-came-to-the-floor-in2026-02-02https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6980c641488fb706aeeb38ce_1770049689143.pngKansas City StarWhen Kansas Senate Bill 244 came to the floor in February 2025, it was a noncontroversial bill about bail bonds. This week, it morphed into an altogether different piece of legislation policing the use of restrooms in schools and government buildings, and mandating that transgender Kansans’ driver’s licenses reflect their sex assigned at birth.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6980c641488fb706aeeb38ce_1770049689143.mp42026-02-02T16:28:13.323393Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/despite-the-near-zero-temperatures-and-snow2026-02-02https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6980c6599385d8ac4c5b0cbb_1770048888797.pngKansas City StarDespite the near-zero temperatures and snow flurries, hundreds of protesters took to the streets to rally against recent ICE tactics in Kansas City in multiple events around the city today.  The protests joined a slew of nationwide rallies and a general strike with a goal of creating an economic blackout. Several Kansas City businesses cut their hours, and some closed Friday, to show solidarity.  “Don’t let them tell you that this isn’t significant,” said Mitch Schiller, an organizer with the Party for Socialism and Liberation - Kansas City. “And also prepare for the next one, because we’re just going to keep showing them what it means to be powerful.” Read more at the link in our bio.  🎥: Emily Curiel/The Star (@shortlittlekidd), Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions) & Eleanor Nash/The Star (@eleanorcnash)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6980c6599385d8ac4c5b0cbb_1770048888797.mp42026-02-02T16:14:54.737372Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/betty-raes-just-opened-its-first-standalone-ice2026-02-02https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6980c95e81060a033a200cc1_1770048630661.pngKansas City StarBetty Rae's just opened its first standalone ice cream shop in Lee's Summit. Take a look inside the company's newest location.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6980c95e81060a033a200cc1_1770048630661.mp42026-02-02T16:10:37.073392Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-blacklist-is-a-recently-opened-wine-bar2026-01-30https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697d24d1ffb7478bc3200feb_1769810178564.pngKansas City StarThe Blacklist is a recently opened wine bar located at 10519 Mission Road in Leawood, Kansas. The bar features a light and dark interior space, handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697d24d1ffb7478bc3200feb_1769810178564.mp42026-01-30T21:56:23.357743Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/gram-dun-is-now-open-in-the-argosy-casino-in2026-01-30https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697d24cc55d13304e0645cfc_1769810157308.pngKansas City StarGram & Dun is now open in the Argosy Casino in Riverside. It's long operated at the Country Club Plaza and served steaks, pasta, seafood, etc.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697d24cc55d13304e0645cfc_1769810157308.mp42026-01-30T21:56:02.659071Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/gracie-a-mini-aussiedoodle-who-vanished-days2026-01-30https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697d24d8f2ce8ce60ce0eea4_1769810130969.pngKansas City StarGracie, a mini Aussiedoodle who vanished days before Christmas, was found after a 10-day community search in Johnson County. Volunteers, rescue teams and K-9 trackers helped lead her safely home on December 30.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697d24d8f2ce8ce60ce0eea4_1769810130969.mp42026-01-30T21:55:40.950586Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-basketball-coach-bill-self-previewed-the2026-01-30https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697ce51b560c5d63a33598b0_1769799180214.pngKansas City StarKansas basketball coach Bill Self previewed the Jayhawks’ Big 12 home matchup against BYU on Saturday and said guard Darryn Peterson is expected to be available to play.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697ce51b560c5d63a33598b0_1769799180214.mp42026-01-30T18:53:07.834Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/around-2018-jeffrey-traviss-king-escalated-a2026-01-30https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697ce4d547445efcbd58ee28_1769799120172.pngKansas City StarAround 2018, Jeffrey Traviss King escalated a dispute with a neighbor by installing stadium-style floodlights high in his yard, directing bright beams into the neighbor’s home and blasting loud music in what neighbors described as his first major retaliation. (No audio)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697ce4d547445efcbd58ee28_1769799120172.mp42026-01-30T18:52:03.442997Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/unionized-tenants-at-bowen-tower-in-raytown-will2026-01-30https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697ce54c8bf27c9ce8a85541_1769799100335.pngKansas City StarUnionized tenants at Bowen Tower in Raytown will resume paying rent Feb. 1 after signing a bargaining agreement with building ownership.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697ce54c8bf27c9ce8a85541_1769799100335.mp42026-01-30T18:51:49.914933Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/slow-rise-has-been-a-wildly-popular-pop-up-at2026-01-30https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697cd21c825d6e225669789b_1769794992015.pngKansas City StarSlow Rise has been a wildly popular pop-up at Kansas City-area farmers markets, and now has a long-awaited brick-and-mortar. Currently only open select days, it's selling out about 1,500 doughnuts.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697cd21c825d6e225669789b_1769794992015.mp42026-01-30T17:43:17.339734Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/whats-old-is-new-again-the-kansas-city-chiefs2026-01-30https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697cda04e9d1a63a7a98a4c5_1769790621742.pngKansas City StarWhat’s old is new again: The Kansas City Chiefs reintroduced Eric Bieniemy as their offensive coordinator on a Zoom news conference this week — 1,070 days after his last game in the role.  That was Kansas City’s 38-35 Super Bowl LVII win over the Philadelphia Eagles. In Bieniemy’s absence, the Chiefs repeated as Super Bowl champions the next season — followed by a runner-up finish and a season that went off the rails in 2025.  The 56-year-old went on to offensive coordinator roles with Washington (2023) and UCLA (2024), then re-entered the NFL this past year as the Bears’ running backs coach. He held the role for an upstart Chicago team that made the postseason for the first time since Matt Nagy’s tenure as head coach.  It all felt connected and familiar Wednesday, beginning with Bieniemy greeting several reporters he recognized before thanking the Bears organization. He also referenced “Big Red” and returning “home.”  In a 17-minute session, the most telling point might have been how quickly it all came together. Read about it at the link above. #KansasCity #KC #Chiefs #NFL #KansasCityChiefs https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697cda04e9d1a63a7a98a4c5_1769790621742.mp42026-01-30T16:30:24.474Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-once-had-an-nba-team-the-kansas-city2026-01-30https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697bdcdcb06ec6e133f3c6f9_1769787454213.pngKansas City StarKansas City once had an NBA team, the Kansas City Kings, but what happened to the team? It once called Kemper Arena home before the franchise moved to Sacramento ahead of the 1985-86 NBA season.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697bdcdcb06ec6e133f3c6f9_1769787454213.mp42026-01-30T15:37:48.540781Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/get-an-up-close-look-at-kc-ballets-new-moves-as2026-01-29https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697bcd2395cb51133352b833_1769722283256.pngKansas City StarGet an up-close look at KC Ballet’s "New Moves" as choreographers and dancers premiere original works in the intimate 180-seat Frost Studio Theater at the Todd Bolender Center. The show runs from Thursday, Jan. 29, through Sunday, Feb. 1.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697bcd2395cb51133352b833_1769722283256.mp42026-01-29T21:32:17.055Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/heres-what-you-should-do-so-you-can-stay-safe-and2026-01-29https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697bcd0e2fc10cfd411a25fe_1769722262360.pngKansas City StarHere's what you should do so you can stay safe and provide helpful information to authorities.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697bcd0e2fc10cfd411a25fe_1769722262360.mp42026-01-29T21:31:09.562179Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/first-lady-melania-trump-hosted-a-star-studded2026-01-29https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697bccf142713fb12771b5c6_1769722240330.pngKansas City StarFirst lady Melania Trump hosted a star-studded White House film screening ahead of the premiere of “Melania,” a film that follows her journey in the days leading up to President Donald Trump’s inauguration as the nation’s 47th president.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697bccf142713fb12771b5c6_1769722240330.mp42026-01-29T21:30:44.595821Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/eric-bieniemy-is-back-with-the-kansas-city-chiefs2026-01-28https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697a8cad532797be76d909f4_1769639779176.pngKansas City StarEric Bieniemy is back with the Kansas City Chiefs as offensive coordinator, sharing what he learned during his time away and how those experiences will shape the team’s offense moving forward.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697a8cad532797be76d909f4_1769639779176.mp42026-01-28T22:36:22.954299Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/citizens-spoke-during-tuesdays-kc-board-of-police2026-01-28https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697a43c983a07f9aee933be7_1769620848310.pngKansas City StarCitizens spoke during Tuesday's KC Board of Police Commissioner's meeting, the first since Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson declined to charge KCPD Officer Blayne Newton.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697a43c983a07f9aee933be7_1769620848310.mp42026-01-28T19:27:23.396Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/discover-the-keys-to-unlocking-your-true2026-01-28https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697935feab34c43c773fe2b3_1769615300116.pngKansas City StarA semi-truck crash on westbound Interstate 670 on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, closed several lanes of highway. Authorities said the vehicle's cargo fell from the truck, rupturing its left fuel tank. Hazmat teams were brought in for clean up.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697935feab34c43c773fe2b3_1769615300116.mp42026-01-28T19:30:55.892Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/caleb-furnell-a-2019-lees-summit-west-graduate2026-01-27https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6979321c0b48ae245f467999_1769550964146.pngKansas City StarCaleb Furnell, a 2019 Lee’s Summit West graduate, will represent the United States on a four-man bobsled team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6979321c0b48ae245f467999_1769550964146.mp42026-01-27T21:56:16.905895Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/last-friday-the-chiefs-publicly-bid-farewell-to2026-01-27https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6978d0fb7efb02eee0206565_1769529599494.pngKansas City StarLast Friday, the Chiefs publicly bid farewell to offensive coordinator Matt Nagy with a thank-you note on social media. A few hours later, through the same source, Nagy’s replacement Eric Bieniemy was welcomed back to his former role. Nagy remains on the hunt for a new job, and Andy Reid became his top reference while speaking to reporters today. Reid has long preferred spearheading the offense, which is why the club and Nagy agreed to part ways. If Nagy doesn’t land a head-coaching opportunity, the message has been that he would like to find a play-calling role elsewhere. That means that even with Bieniemy returning, nothing is expected to change from a play-calling standpoint for the Chiefs. “I still enjoy calling plays, but what I do is I’m not afraid to delegate and get opinions from people,” Reid said. “And then, even in certain situations, letting them go ahead and call things in different areas. So we do this jointly. I keep it open, and I’ve felt that (it’s) the best way” Read more about Bieniemy’s return to KC at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6978d0fb7efb02eee0206565_1769529599494.mp42026-01-27T16:00:03.846Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/after-more-than-five-years-of-free-buses-in2026-01-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6977adceca914a0f2ccb0325_1769451246227.pngKansas City StarAfter more than five years of free buses in Kansas City, fares will return to RideKC. Soon, most of the system’s 12.2 million riders each year will have to open their wallets to ride. This came after months of contract negotiations between KCATA and the City of Kansas City, with KCATA threatening to cut nearly half of its routes as costs rose without the city contributing more funding.  In 2020, Kansas City became the first major metropolitan city in the U.S. to eliminate fares, earning recognition for Mayor Quinton Lucas and praise from former president Joe Biden.  However, paying for the program has been a problem since the beginning.  In 2024, The Star found that the city did not contribute the promised additional money from a transit tax to pay for free buses when funding related to COVID-19 ran out. Instead, officials used more than two years worth of free fares to install new LED streetlights. Budgeting for the bus fares will be finalized at the end of January. Read more at the link in our bio. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@lexmadee) & Eleanor Nash/The Star (@eleanorcnash)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6977adceca914a0f2ccb0325_1769451246227.mp42026-01-26T18:14:11.004Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/designed-with-people-of-all-abilities-in-mind2026-01-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6977905c0cdead16b5bb8abf_1769448586064.pngKansas City StarDesigned with people of all abilities in mind, INCLŪSIV Wellness in Kansas City’s Midtown is a gym that prioritizes adaptive equipment that supports both physical and mental wellness — especially for individuals with disabilities and mobility challenges. “We’re still learning, but we’re committed to creating a space that truly serves our community,” founder Wesley Hamilton (@Wheelz4rmKC) said. Hamilton, a Kansas City native, founded his nonprofit Disabled But Not Really in 2015 after sustaining a spinal cord injury that left him paralyzed in 2012. His personal journey inspired him to create spaces where people with disabilities — and their families — can prioritize wellness together. This new space, which opened in October, offers a gym, recovery room with all bodies in mind and a co-working space to prioritize productivity during a busy day. “I wanted to create a space that I felt seen in and that didn’t create so many barriers,” said Hamilton. Read more about the spot at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #KansasCitygyms #KansasCitymidtown #Adaptivefitness #DisabledButNotReally #inclusivkc https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6977905c0cdead16b5bb8abf_1769448586064.mp42026-01-26T17:29:52.714Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/hundreds-of-protesters-flooded-the-missouri2026-01-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69779056f545b37f6b1038bb_1769448586064.pngKansas City StarHundreds of protesters flooded the Missouri Capitol today, decrying the Republican-controlled legislature’s recent attacks on direct democracy. The legislature reconvened for its 2026 session last week, where state lawmakers are expected to focus on issues like income tax cuts, cost of living, housing and food access until the session ends in May. Today’s protest, organized by a range of local activist groups, came on the heels of one of the most explosive years in recent political history. Attendees protested Missouri lawmakers’ recent votes on a proposed abortion ban, a gerrymandered congressional map, a plan to overhaul the state’s form of direct democracy and the overturning of a voter-approved sick leave law. Hear from protesters at the link above. #MissouriNews #KClocal #KCnews #KCMO 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69779056f545b37f6b1038bb_1769448586064.mp42026-01-26T17:29:51.75Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/whats-todays-snowstorm-look-like-for-you-kansas2026-01-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6977904b0db4d89c7c1225fb_1769448586064.pngKansas City StarWhat’s today’s snowstorm look like for you, Kansas City? As of 12:30 p.m., the Kansas City Airport reported 2.8 inches of snowfall. Between 4 and 6 inches of snow is forecast, but it won’t all arrive at once. Instead, the snow will spread out over the weekend in a couple of waves, with a break in the middle. Follow our live updates and share your photos with us at the link above. 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions), Tammy Ljungblad/The Star (@kctammy), Alexa Stone/The Star (@lexmadee) & Kacen Bayless/The Star #Snow #KansasCity #Lenexa #Winter #Weather https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6977904b0db4d89c7c1225fb_1769448586064.mp42026-01-26T17:29:51.431Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/having-slogged-through-days-of-high-pressure2026-01-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/697790561f093c3d6ba4cfad_1769448586064.pngKansas City StarHaving slogged through days of high-pressure competition and social gaming, Trinity Parriman, Player 398, had $4.56 million within reach. The field of competitors had narrowed from 456 to just five on season two of the reality TV show Squid Game: The Challenge, and the Liberty nativee had made it to the season’s finale. “It’s gonna be hard winning,” he said in an interview in the episode. “I know that sounds dumb, but it’s going to be really hard winning, because you’re gonna develop these friendships and develop these connections, and you’re gonna want them to win, you know what I mean? So, if I get far in this game, it’s gonna suck because you know I have to take out 455 people so I can be the one to win.” With tears in his eyes, he flipped the game on its head and chose to play his way, to eliminate himself from the game and offer the other players a free path forward. “I’m doing this because I love each one of your stories,” he told the other players in the episode. “I legit do. And I’d rather one of you guys win it instead of me. I’m not trying to do this for show or anything. I talk about it all the time, I hate having to keep eliminating people. And the closer I got with each one of ya’ll, it just breaks my heart, so I cannot do it.” Read more about Parriman’s journey on Squid Game at the link above. #SquidGame #SquidGameonNetflix #Netflix #SquidGametheChallenge #TrinityParriman https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/697790561f093c3d6ba4cfad_1769448586064.mp42026-01-26T17:29:50.624Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/city-leaders-warned-the-public-to-stay-indoors2026-01-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69778ff94f04feb497d2d7dd_1769448586064.pngKansas City StarCity leaders warned the public to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel during the upcoming storm while outlining plans to treat, plow and clear major streets across Kansas City.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69778ff94f04feb497d2d7dd_1769448586064.mp42026-01-26T17:29:49.65Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/as-a-19-year-old-from-the-inner-city-of-kc-rovv2026-01-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696fc0d28f7d986bd6a03b22_1769443059405.pngKansas City StarAs a 19-year-old from the inner city of KC, Darrion Nimrod created The Outsiders Social Club as a safe space for young adults who were combating their mental health. He was focused on giving back to his community when he was younger, but later moved to Austin and Miami. He’s 31 now, and that vision hasn’t changed. And he’s back home, with the opportunity to make the vision he started in 2013 even bigger. The target audience for the social club is young entrepreneurs, influencers and creatives between the ages of 20 to 40. Nimrod said that this social club is meant for those who want to collaborate and see growth in Kansas City. The new space will have an abundance of amenities, with plans for a coffee shop and bar, as well as wall-mounted tables for work. The upstairs portion of the building will have private pods, as well as office spaces and conference rooms. Read more about memberships and the opening of this social club at the link in our bio. 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696fc0d28f7d986bd6a03b22_1769443059405.mp42026-01-26T15:57:43.886Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/peanut-butter-and-jelly-sandwiches-bed-mats-made2026-01-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696fc0d24bef230970057d41_1768935248566.pngKansas City StarPeanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Bed mats made from recycled plastic bags. Handwritten letters and notes of encouragement. All those and more, including women’s sanitary items, were organized by hundreds of volunteers and placed into care packages for people experiencing homelessness today during a Martin Luther King Jr. Day event at The Cleaver Family YMCA. Recognized as a national holiday since 1986, MLK Day is often referred to as a “day on, not a day off,” with people choosing to celebrate King’s legacy with a day of service to the community. At such events, volunteers are encouraged to come and give as much time as they can to help those less fortunate. See the scene from the event and hear from volunteers, including KC’s U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, at the link in our bio. 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696fc0d24bef230970057d41_1768935248566.mp42026-01-20T18:54:13.709Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/clints-comics-the-nationally-known-comic-shop2026-01-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696fc0dd8f770ec70f1c48f0_1768935235595.pngKansas City StarClint’s Comics, the nationally-known comic shop which was located in midtown Kansas City for decades and owned by local business icon Jim Cavanaugh up until his death in 2017, had to uproot and move across town after its historic home became untenable. Between the COVID pandemic and worsening water concerns, customers’ shopping experience had been impaired for years. Clint’s dates back in some form to the 1960s, and from the mid-1970s Cavanaugh ran the shop, which was tied to pioneering direct distribution for comic books while shaping a loyal customer base locally and beyond. Clint’s has been featured in media coverage over the years, and Cavanaugh was known for his colorful character and vivid stories. Cavanaugh died in May 2017 during a robbery incident, which police investigated as a homicide, and the community built around the shop mourned. His wife, Sharon Farris, took over the store. The water issues began to emerge inside the shop in the historic Southwell Building off Main Street in Westport a few months later in 2017, and continued for years, Farris said. Last month, Kansas City declared the historic building dangerous. Read more about the new location for the historic shop at the link in our bio. 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696fc0dd8f770ec70f1c48f0_1768935235595.mp42026-01-20T18:54:02.061Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/as-a-19-year-old-from-the-inner-city-of-kc2026-01-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696fc1236f2ba2f89a7b07ca_1768935213775.pngKansas City StarAs a 19-year-old from the inner city of KC, Darrion Nimrod created The Outsiders Social Club as a safe space for young adults who were combating their mental health. He was focused on giving back to his community when he was younger, but later moved to Austin and Miami. He’s 31 now, and that vision hasn’t changed. And he’s back home, with the opportunity to make the vision he started in 2013 even bigger. The target audience for the social club is young entrepreneurs, influencers and creatives between the ages of 20 to 40. Nimrod said that this social club is meant for those who want to collaborate and see growth in Kansas City. The new space will have an abundance of amenities, with plans for a coffee shop and bar, as well as wall-mounted tables for work. The upstairs portion of the building will have private pods, as well as office spaces and conference rooms. Read more about memberships and the opening of this social club at the link above. 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions) #TheOSCClub #KansasCity #KansasCitySocialClub #KansasCitylocal #KansasCitywestport https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696fc1236f2ba2f89a7b07ca_1768935213775.mp42026-01-20T18:53:37.895Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/it-has-been-three-weeks-a-bit-more-since-airen2026-01-16https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696a808a474f88b52e0685ee_1768592373310.pngKansas City StarIt has been three weeks, a bit more, since Airen Andula, a 13-year-old seventh-grader known to be as sweetly kind as he was conscientious, stepped from his family’s mobile home on the Sunday morning before Christmas, hopped on his bicycle and pedaled off —a half mile around the neighborhood lake — to do a favor for friends, the Cloughs, and to tend to their pets. It was early in the morning and a 5-minute bike ride, but Airen never made it. Attacked along the way by a vicious dog or dogs, he was killed. But nobody, except perhaps for one man, heard or saw it happen. What’s made it even harder, residents say, is the struggle to come to terms with the alleged disturbing and criminal acts of Damon B. Leonard, the 47-year-old neighbor and friend to the Andulas. Leonard, now in custody, is the suspected owner of the dangerous dogs. The Andulas moved from the Kansas City area into “the country” about a year ago to be away from the dangers of city life. Some neighbors cast Leonard as someone who tended to yell at others for breaking rules that affected him and his property, such as driving faster than 10 miles per hour in front of his yard, while at other times, not tethering his own dogs. Read more about this death and how it’s rocked the Kansas town at the link above. Music courtesy of: Getty #PleasantonKansas #Kansas #AirenAndula #Kansasnews https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696a808a474f88b52e0685ee_1768592373310.mp42026-01-16T19:39:56.356Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-chiefs-quarterback-patrick-mahomes-on-ov9i2026-01-16https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696a80576bb4091b3f380fce_1768588742574.pngKansas City StarKansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes on Thursday spoke publicly for the first time since tearing knee ligaments in the team’s mid-December loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Dallas-based orthopedic surgeon Daniel E. Cooper performed surgery the evening after the ACL and LCL injury, and Mahomes has already completed the first month of what the team hopes will be a nine-month rehab. “The long-term goal (is) I want to be ready for Week 1,” Mahomes said. “The doctor said that I could be, but I can’t predict what’s going to happen throughout the process. But that’s my goal, and I’ll try to prepare myself to be ready to play in Week 1 and have no restrictions.” Read more about Mahomes’ recovery timeline at the link in our bio. 🎥: Pete Sweeney/The Star (@pgsween)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696a80576bb4091b3f380fce_1768588742574.mp42026-01-16T18:39:05.854Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-chiefs-quarterback-patrick-mahomes-on2026-01-16https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696a807d7fdc2883b3ba0ea9_1768588742574.pngKansas City StarKansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes on Thursday spoke publicly for the first time since tearing knee ligaments in the team’s mid-December loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Dallas-based orthopedic surgeon Daniel E. Cooper performed surgery the evening after the ACL and LCL injury, and Mahomes has already completed the first month of what the team hopes will be a nine-month rehab. “The long-term goal (is) I want to be ready for Week 1,” Mahomes said. “The doctor said that I could be, but I can’t predict what’s going to happen throughout the process. But that’s my goal, and I’ll try to prepare myself to be ready to play in Week 1 and have no restrictions. Read more about Mahomes’ recovery timeline at the link above. #PatrickMahomes #KansasCityChiefs #NFL #AndyReid #Chiefs https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696a807d7fdc2883b3ba0ea9_1768588742574.mp42026-01-16T18:39:05.769Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kc-joined-in-a-nationwide-mobilization-of2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696801021294bf98ce4af605_1768429734265.pngKansas City StarKC joined in a nationwide mobilization of demonstrators today to protest ICE across the country and honor the individuals killed in recent days. Demonstrators took to Mill Creek Park for a peaceful vigil and rally to remember Renee Good, the 37-year-old woman who was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday. Today’s vigil and march was the second demonstration planned in KC this week. People braved a cool drizzle to gather outside City Hall Thursday evening to remember Good. Read more about the protest at the link in our bio. 🎥: Emily Curiel/The Star (@shortlittlekidd)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696801021294bf98ce4af605_1768429734265.mp42026-01-14T22:29:00.153Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-kansas-city-chiefs-are-crossing-over-to2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69680102b8cedb68cf2fa063_1768429734265.pngKansas City StarThe Kansas City Chiefs are crossing over to Kansas, lured by a massive STAR bond package to build a new stadium, which will be funded by redirecting new sales tax money from Johnson and Wyandotte counties for 30 years. In late December, state officials unveiled plans for Kansas to publicly finance $1.8 billion of construction costs for a $3 billion domed stadium in Wyandotte County and up to $975 million for a new training facility and headquarters in Johnson County using a controversial funding tool called sales tax and revenue, or STAR, bonds. The deal pledged a 60-40 funding split, with public money covering the bulk of the project. Instead of sales tax dollars otherwise funding things like highways, schools and other services, a portion of state sales tax revenue in virtually all of Wyandotte County and a broad swath of western Johnson County will be diverted to the stadium project for up to 30 years. On top of the state sales taxes, cities can vote to commit their local sales tax revenue to paying back the stadium debt, too. Read more on what this Chiefs move means for taxes in Kansas at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69680102b8cedb68cf2fa063_1768429734265.mp42026-01-14T22:28:59.612Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/you-can-now-access-a-free-public-archive-of-over2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696801158e5f419eaea9f3bb_1768429734265.pngKansas City StarYou can now access a free, public archive of over 500,000 photographs originally published in The Kansas City Star on a newly launched site dating back over 100 years, thanks to a project with the KC Library. While the images document Kansas City and the surrounding region in detail, they also reflect the newspaper’s broader editorial scope, including national and international subjects, politics, sports, and entertainment. The news articles and clippings saved in The Star’s envelopes date back to the 1910s, and photos to the 1920s. In 2022, The Star gave Kansas City Public library a copy of the digitized photo scans and programmers went to work creating a now searchable database and designers produced the KCStarPhotos.org site, which is cleverly organized and features a “Surprise Me” function that will keep you clicking with archival Kansas City history photos. Access the free archives at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696801158e5f419eaea9f3bb_1768429734265.mp42026-01-14T22:28:59.383Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-sight-of-dozens-of-ice-vehicles-in-a2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696801010b8f218784850c3e_1768429734265.pngKansas City StarThe sight of dozens of ICE vehicles in a Northland parking lot this week has sparked wide discussion online about a new action by federal officers in Kansas City. But the vehicles have nothing to do with any planned enforcement locally, according to City Council member Johnathan Duncan. Duncan said that marked United States ICE vehicles seen in a Kansas City parking lot, located in the 9400 block of Northeast Parvin Road near Worlds of Fun, are not part of an operation that’ll happen in KC. Instead, they are simply being worked on by a local company. Duncan told The Star that when online chatter began circulating about the vehicles parked in a lot, he was immediately inundated with phone calls from constituents. Duncan said he reached out to other city officials to find out what was occurring. “I got a call from our liaison soon, soon thereafter, who said that it is their understanding that there’s an automotive company that was contracted to decal those vehicles,” he said. Holman Automotive reportedly held a contract to work on those vehicles. Company officials did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Read more at the link in our bio. 🎥: Dominick Williams/The Star (@domvisions)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696801010b8f218784850c3e_1768429734265.mp42026-01-14T22:28:58.413Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/bill-self-said-kansas-played-with-urgency-and2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6968005a259acf188794406a_1768429734265.pngKansas City StarBill Self said Kansas played with urgency and toughness from the opening tip, overwhelming No. 2 Iowa State with energy on both ends in an 84-63 win Tuesday night at Allen Fieldhouse.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6968005a259acf188794406a_1768429734265.mp42026-01-14T22:28:58.132Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/around-100-people-gathered-at-kansas-city-hall-to2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696800588988e675ca81cfef_1768429734265.pngKansas City StarAround 100 people gathered at Kansas City Hall to protest immigration authorities' fatal shooting of Renee Good, a former KC resident, in Minneapolis.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696800588988e675ca81cfef_1768429734265.mp42026-01-14T22:28:57.928Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-freshman-darryn-peterson-scored-16-points2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696800686a43bb07e0e29a92_1768429734265.pngKansas City StarKansas freshman Darryn Peterson scored 16 points at Allen Fieldhouse but left with cramps. Coach Bill Self says Peterson is improving and closer to full health.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696800686a43bb07e0e29a92_1768429734265.mp42026-01-14T22:28:57.752Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-royals-are-moving-kauffman-stadiums2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6968002e65015f13d66b2916_1768429734265.pngKansas City StarKansas City Royals are moving Kauffman Stadium’s outfield walls inward and lowering wall heights to boost offense, create hitter consistency and add seats.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6968002e65015f13d66b2916_1768429734265.mp42026-01-14T22:28:57.428Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/photos-of-the-vehicles-circulated-on-social-media2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6968004f2832ffd4fa258934_1768429734265.pngKansas City StarPhotos of the vehicles circulated on social media on Tuesday. Authorities say the vehicles were being serviced were being serviced by a local company, not part of any enforcement plans.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6968004f2832ffd4fa258934_1768429734265.mp42026-01-14T22:28:57.32Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-42-year-old-kansas-city-man-has-been-charged2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6968014d0d8eed940fe37ff6_1768429375406.pngKansas City StarA 42-year-old Kansas City man has been charged with murder in the death of a neighbor after a fight escalated into gunfire in the Northland on Monday, court records show. The Clay County Prosecutor’s Office on Tuesday charged Jeffrey Traviss King with first-degree murder and armed criminal action. King is currently being held in Clay County jail on a $5 million bond. Police identified the victim as 41-year-old Chris Wells, a neighbor to King. Multiple neighbors said King had caused issues in the neighborhood for as long as many could remember. They say King would frequently park multiple vehicles along the street, to the point where school buses could not drive through. Neighbors told The Star that King was on probation following a dispute with Wells where he had broken the mirror off his vehicle. Court records show that King was found guilty at trial for property damage and received two years of probation and a 30-day suspended sentence. King was also ordered to stay away from the Wells’ home. Read more about this at the link above. #KansasCity #NorthlandKC #NorthKansasCity #KansasCitylocal #KansasCitylocalNewshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6968014d0d8eed940fe37ff6_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:23:02.096Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/extra-extra-the-stars-photo-archives-from-the2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696801205bca2f9202d4e535_1768429375406.pngKansas City Star🗞️Extra, extra! The Star’s photo archives from the 1900s are now online and free to access for everyone.  Star staffers and our friends over at the @kclibrary — who helped organize the massive project — picked a few of our favorite historical shots from the archives.  From weddings and sporting events to protests and classroom shots, there are over 500,000 pictures publicly available on our newly launched website.  Dig in at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696801205bca2f9202d4e535_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:23:01.255Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/for-the-17th-straight-year-kansas-city-restaurant2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696801160dc32915852fc154_1768429375406.pngKansas City StarFor the 17th straight year, Kansas City Restaurant Week is now here. The 10-day dining experience starts Friday, Jan. 9 and runs through Sunday, Jan. 18, featuring more than 200 participating restaurants across the metro that are offering “prix fixe” menus at discounted price points. With a wide range of food options, as well as some places with carryout and delivery options, this year’s Restaurant Week has something for everybody. We got an early look at some of the menus at a VIP preview event earlier this week, and from comfort food classics to elevated plates, several bites stood out. Check out the three dishes The Star’s Alexa Stone recommends trying this year at the link in our bio. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Lexmadee)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696801160dc32915852fc154_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:23:00.657Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-police-arrested-two-volunteers-with2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696801724500b3420cbc6a41_1768429375406.pngKansas City StarKansas City police arrested two volunteers with Kansas City Food Not Bombs on Jan. 4 for trespassing in a parking lot where the group has long served meals, the group said. Two people were charged in Kansas City Municipal Court last Monday with trespassing for alleged violations at the address where the group serves meals, according to court records. “I told you that you are on private property, and you’re trespassing,” one uniformed officer says as he secures handcuffs around one person’s wrists. In an email to The Star, a KCPD spokesperson said police received “multiple complaints from nearby businesses and residents” starting Jan. 1. “Food is a human right,” KC Food Not Bombs said in a social media post. “We have the right to public spaces, and the right to demonstration.” Read more about the incident at the link in above. #KansasCity #KansasCityFood #kansascitylocal #kansascitylocalnews https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696801724500b3420cbc6a41_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:23:00.5Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-company-that-brought-a-data-center-to-the2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69680157c2bc1032d638cab3_1768429375406.pngKansas City StarThe company that brought a data center to The Star’s former home in the Crossroads just over a year ago has since purchased the entire building as work continues to transform it into a tech hub and AI campus for Kansas City. Patmos, which is now headquartered in the big green glass building in downtown KC, offers data services for web hosting, artificial intelligence, cloud computing and other functions with an eye toward being an alternative to big tech companies. The site was once eyed to be replaced by a new Royals stadium before Jackson County voters rejected a sales tax extension in April 2024. It used to hold Star offices and its printing press before the press operations moved to Des Moines, Iowa. The KC Star’s office is now located in midtown KC. Read more about Patmos at the link above. #Patmos #DataCenters #Kansascitydatacenters #Ai #KansasCitylocalnews https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69680157c2bc1032d638cab3_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:23:00.179Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/ku-freshman-darryn-peterson-a-projected-no-1-nba2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/696801503610982fb9072a7b_1768429375406.pngKansas City StarKU freshman Darryn Peterson, a projected No. 1 NBA Draft pick, has yet to play a full game of college basketball — that is, without exiting early due to injury or cramping. The Jayhawks blew out No. 2 Iowa State last night in a 84-63 dominant win that displayed their best performance of the season. Peteson played 27 minutes, including 12 in the second half. He checked out of the game with 5:45 left and the Jayhawks leading by 23 points. He’s missed nine contests out of 17 this season for KU. Those absences have been for a number of health issues, including preseason cramping, a hamstring strain, a separate quad issue and even illness. After the dominant win, Peterson opened up about his injury issues for the first time since November. “It was definitely frustrating because I want to be out there with my guys, I want to be out there for Coach and also for myself at the end of the day,” Peterson said. “It is what it is. I’ve got to just keep going forward, get better every day. That’s all I can ask for.” Read more about Peterson and KU’s win at the link above. #DarrynPeterson #KUBasketball #KUHoops #BillSelf #Big12conference https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/696801503610982fb9072a7b_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:22:59.979Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/sporting-kansas-city-fans-got-their-first-glimpse2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6968017848e11149e1b2f2ce_1768429375406.pngKansas City StarSporting Kansas City fans got their first glimpse of the club’s new head coach during his introductory news conference earlier this week. That introduction came after the club announced Monday that Raphael Wicky has been hired to the head coaching position on a 2 1/2-year contract. “It’s not measurable, but I believe that if we can create and implement the culture we want, that we have better possibilities to be successful on the field,” Wicky said. Wicky had heard good things about Sporting KC and the city of Kansas City prior to his arrival when he coached rival side Chicago Fire during the 2020 and 2021 seasons. Most recently, he coached Swiss Super League club BSC Young Boys from 2022-24, in which the team scored 193 goals in 88 matches. Read more about Sporting KC’s new coach at the link above. #KansasCitySoccer #MLS #SportingKC #RaphaelWicky #Soccer https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6968017848e11149e1b2f2ce_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:22:59.839Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/shahidah-salaam-did-not-open-her-new-floral2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/69680166ea4317ac5c48181f_1768429375406.pngKansas City StarShahidah Salaam did not open her new floral business in South Kansas City just to sell roses or make pretty flower arrangements. For Salaam, the launch of the Pritzy Floral Design Studio in South KC is about putting something in place that outlives her. It is a brick-and-mortar statement about ownership, creativity and staying power in an industry where Black business owners, especially on the floral side, have often been underrepresented or overlooked. Pritzy Floral also carries a second message: she is not opening a traditional neighborhood florist with a standard walk-in counter and a back room of buckets. She is building a modern design operation that connects to the work she has already been doing in the urban core for years through events, decor and small-business entrepreneurship. “I’m letting people know through social media, through websites, through the content that we produce, that we’re here and we’re ready to make a mark on this industry,” she said. Read more about Pritzy Floral Design Studio at the link above. #Florists #KansasCityFloralShops #KansasCityFlorist #KansasCityflowershop #flowers https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/69680166ea4317ac5c48181f_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:22:59.835Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-crowd-gathered-outside-city-hall-in-kansas-city-skh02026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6968011800d7d53da7beaab0_1768429375406.pngKansas City StarA crowd gathered outside City Hall in Kansas City tonight in protest, one day after an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Good, a former KC resident, in Minneapolis.  Jennifer Ferguson, a Waldo resident who was Good’s neighbor for over a year, told The Star earlier today that Good lived with her partner and their son. She said she was “shocked” by the news of Good’s death, which has prompted outrage nationwide.  Ferguson’s daughter played with Good’s young son outside, and the family would enjoy archery games and swimming in an inflatable pool in the summer. The Goods would occasionally ask for food when the Fergusons had a barbecue. They’d trade neighborly banter and talk about what was going on in the community. They swapped Christmas cookies as a parting gift before the Goods left Kansas City. “They were just two ladies with a cool kid,” Ferguson said. Read more at the link in our bio.  📹: Emily Curiel/The Star (@shortlittlekidd)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6968011800d7d53da7beaab0_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:22:59.064Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-crowd-gathered-outside-city-hall-in-kansas-city2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6968016dfa709190dcf5081a_1768429375406.pngKansas City StarA crowd gathered outside City Hall in Kansas City tonight in protest, one day after an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Good, a former KC resident, in Minneapolis.  Jennifer Ferguson, a Waldo resident who was Good’s neighbor for over a year, told The Star earlier today that Good lived with her partner and their son. She said she was “shocked” by the news of Good’s death, which has prompted outrage nationwide.  Ferguson’s daughter played with Good’s young son outside, and the family would enjoy archery games and swimming in an inflatable pool in the summer. The Goods would occasionally ask for food when the Fergusons had a barbecue. They’d trade neighborly banter and talk about what was going on in the community. They swapped Christmas cookies as a parting gift before the Goods left Kansas City. “They were just two ladies with a cool kid,” Ferguson said. Read more at the link above. #KansasCity #ICE #ReneeGood #Protest https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6968016dfa709190dcf5081a_1768429375406.mp42026-01-14T22:22:58.7Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-offensive-lineman-said-the-star-tight-end-is2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd7d5e126b780f0e559e2_1768428998875.pngKansas City StarThe offensive lineman said the star tight end is more than just a standout player. He credits Kelce with helping to lay the foundation for the Chiefs' success and supporting his teammates.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd7d5e126b780f0e559e2_1768428998875.mp42026-01-14T22:16:42.109Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-former-practice-squad-quarterback-is-now2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd7cbe61019b7644f8380_1768428998875.pngKansas City StarThe former practice squad quarterback is now expected to start his second game for the Chiefs, their final matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. He and Andy Reid discussed his comfort with the position.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd7cbe61019b7644f8380_1768428998875.mp42026-01-14T22:16:41.385Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-chiefs-coach-and-players-talked-about-going2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd7a83fa4e93f2fe3b110_1768428998875.pngKansas City StarThe Chiefs coach and players talked about going into their game vs. the Raiders knowing it is the final matchup of the year. Their season is ending far earlier than usual.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd7a83fa4e93f2fe3b110_1768428998875.mp42026-01-14T22:16:40.98Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/theo-davis-moved-to-kansas-city-10-years-ago-and2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd7fd09c449df8a53c30e_1768423946920.pngKansas City StarTheo Davis moved to Kansas City 10 years ago, and instantly felt at home. The 40-year-old Washington, D.C., native had always had an affinity for art, but it wasn’t until a few years later that he began dabbling in selling his work, letting his love for Kansas City inspire his artwork. This year, sales of his watercolor prints of Kansas City have gone through the roof, and with that, a new business venture has emerged. Davis, a father of three, got the idea of launching an affordable snail mail art club after he watched artists in other cities do the same on TikTok and thrive. In November, he mailed out the first edition. He expected to have around 10 subscribers, but ended up with 200. The next month he got 360. And it just keeps going up. Read more of @theodavisart's story at the link in our bio. 🎥: Emily Curiel/The Star (@shortlittlekidd)https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd7fd09c449df8a53c30e_1768423946920.mp42026-01-14T20:52:42.042Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kc-native-morgan-stevenson-cooper-was-driving-on2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd88325d40c71c8bbebb5_1768423946920.pngKansas City StarKC native Morgan Stevenson Cooper was driving on US-71 highway in Kansas City when the concept for a re-imagined “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” clicked into place. Eventually, Will Smith got looped in, and “Bel-Air” — Peacock’s most-streamed original series — was born. Last month, its fourth and final season premiered. Over the weekend, @Jabari Banks, who plays the lead role of Will Smith in the show, held an acting masterclass in KC with a 90-minute workshop focused on character, emotion and on-camera truth. The actor spent over three extra hours beyond the 90-minute slotted schedule with Kansas City actors. “This is the birthplace of Bel-Air, so you know I had to pay homage,” Banks said. Read more about Bel-Air and its KC origin story at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #BelairPeacock #Freshprinceofbelair #Jabaribanks #acting #WillSmithhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd88325d40c71c8bbebb5_1768423946920.mp42026-01-14T20:52:31.852Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/on-a-monday-night-kansas-citys-workweek-is-still2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd81a842299f6e4371d6e_1768423946920.pngKansas City StarOn a Monday night, Kansas City’s workweek is still stretching out in front of most folks. But for the past 15 years, it’s been the perfect evening for a night of arts and entertainment at a popular weekly open mic event called Soul Sessions. As has happened for over a decade, potential performers and their audience pour through the doors of the hosting establishment as the house band starts to play and one person after another steps forward to put their name on the sign-up list. Earlier this month, Soul Sessions, said to be one of Kansas City’s longest-running open mic nights, staged its second show at its new home. The event, which began at The Kansas City Juke House, a bar and grill in the historic 18th and Vine Jazz District, has moved to Elevation Grille, a roomy Raytown spot owned by former Chiefs player Alfonso Hodge. How's it going? Read all about it at the link above.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd81a842299f6e4371d6e_1768423946920.mp42026-01-14T20:52:31.552Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/we-might-have-seen-travis-kelce-exit-a-football2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd7e3627514370db19739_1768423946920.pngKansas City StarWe might have seen Travis Kelce exit a football field for the last time, with a disappointing loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. But afterward, it wasn’t even clear if he knew whether he’d just played his last game or not. Talking to reporters after the game, Travis Kelce said he’ll take some time to think and reflect before making a decision about whether to sign a new contract with the Chiefs or to call it quits. If he leaves, it’ll be with quite the legacy. He hit No. 8 on the all-time pass catcher list for the NFL during Sunday’s game. Read more about the mood inside the locker room after the game at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd7e3627514370db19739_1768423946920.mp42026-01-14T20:52:30.976Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-new-boutique-hotel-is-opening-in-an-historic2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd80ceae73c07fb579596_1768423946920.pngKansas City StarA new boutique hotel is opening in an historic building in Kansas City’s River Market neighborhood next year.  The developers behind River Market Hotel, 415 Delaware St., officially launched the project a few weeks ago. The 1880 building is being converted into a 45-room hotel across four stories.  The hotel will blend modern aesthetics with classic Italian design while preserving the building’s architectural character, according to a news release. The design will reflect Kansas City’s local art, culture and charm while showcasing Italian mid-century modern design, the release says.  The redevelopment project includes installing new structural foundations, windows, roofing, interior finishes and full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Amenities at the hotel will include a restaurant, a lounge bar, a coffee bar, a garden courtyard, an outdoor terrace and a fitness center. Read more at the link above. #KansasCity #RiverMarket #Development #KCHotel https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd80ceae73c07fb579596_1768423946920.mp42026-01-14T20:52:30.906Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-chiefs-are-leaving-arrowhead-stadium-and2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8958a97eab928443042_1768423394937.pngKansas City StarThe Chiefs are leaving Arrowhead Stadium and moving to Kansas. The Kansas City Chiefs have informed administrative officials that they will announce their move to Kansas today, according to sources who asked not to be named because they were not authorized to speak publicly on the matter. The move is expected to be officially announced Monday afternoon by Gov. Laura Kelly. Top Kansas lawmakers met in Topeka to unanimously approve the proposal, the terms of which were not immediately disclosed. The Chiefs have played at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, since 1972, and it’s been home to the birth of a recent football dynasty. Their current lease expires after the 2030 season. Read more at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #KansasCity #Chiefs #NFL #ArrowheadStadium #Topekahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8958a97eab928443042_1768423394937.mp42026-01-14T20:43:19.786Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-city-chiefs-fans-had-mixed-emotions-during2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8406aa3f62a186a3e99_1768423394937.pngKansas City StarKansas City Chiefs fans had mixed emotions during the Christmas Day tailgate before taking on the Denver Broncos.  The Thursday night game was the first following the news that the team would be leaving GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, their home for more than 50 years, for a new domed facility in Kansas.  The Star spoke to tailgaters as they grilled and awaited kickoff. Many of those who cheered the move were from Kansas and eager to see the stadium’s impact on their state. But other fans from across the state line had other hesitations, especially around the move’s effect on season ticket holders. Read more at the link above. #KansasCityChiefs #ChiefsKingdom #NFL #Football #Arrowheadstadium https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8406aa3f62a186a3e99_1768423394937.mp42026-01-14T20:43:19.781Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/when-you-first-enter-gnarly-hussle-a-quirky2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd897e20fc21c0218e884_1768423394937.pngKansas City StarWhen you first enter Gnarly Hussle, a quirky thrift shop in Raytown, you might for a second think you’ve stepped back in time to the ‘90s. A silver, 18-inch tube television with a DVD/VHS combo player is playing ”Married with Children.” An arcade version of the NBA Jam video game is buzzing next to a wooden armoire graced by family photos. It looks and sounds like every millennial’s childhood after-school spot. But Gnarly Hussle also features something that sets their shop apart from the average thrift store: a dive bar in the back. “We recommend people come in and grab a drink first,” Quinn said. “A lubricated shopper tends to spend a bit more and we have a motto, ‘Drink responsibly, shop recklessly.’” Take an inside look at the quirky spot at the link in above. 📸: Dominick Williams/The Star (@DOM) #GnarlyHussle #kansascityvintage #Raytown #kansascitythrift #thriftfinds https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd897e20fc21c0218e884_1768423394937.mp42026-01-14T20:43:19.46Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-truth-is-that-travis-kelce-isnt-talking-about-bl8z2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd869dcefc48c92333008_1768423394937.pngKansas City StarThe truth is that Travis Kelce isn’t talking about his future, even after playing what might be his last game at Arrowhead. He’s not talking because he says he won’t let himself reach a decision on his future until after the season. There is one game left. There are conversations with family and friends left, too. Which means the only important thing you could possibly glean from the Broncos grinding out an ugly win against what’s left of this year’s Chiefs will have to wait. But Kelce certainly seemed to take an extra few seconds to soak in the crowd’s loud ovation as he strutted through the tunnel during pre-game introductions. At one point, he came to a complete stop and spread his arms out wide, one to each side. You couldn’t help but wonder if he recognized it might be his last time walking through that tunnel. Read more about Kelce’s game and what the future might hold at the link above. #TravisKelce #Chiefs #KansasCity #NFL #ChiefsKingdom https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd869dcefc48c92333008_1768423394937.mp42026-01-14T20:43:19.021Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/its-the-biggest-kansas-city-professional-sports2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8825187965cf613f2af_1768423394937.pngKansas City StarIt’s the biggest Kansas City professional sports franchise move in more than five decades. The Chiefs are moving to Kansas — Kansas City, Kansas. The stadium will be built in Wyandotte County and will be surrounded by an entertainment district, Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly said. A new team headquarters and a practice facility will be built in Olathe, she said. The announcement came after a group of top lawmakers in Topeka voted unanimously to approve a deal negotiated with Chiefs ownership by Lt. Gov. David Toland on behalf of the Kansas Department of Commerce. The Chiefs would be set to begin play in the new stadium in Wyandotte County in 2031. Read more of our coverage about the huge move at the link above. #KansasCityChiefs #KansasCity #Wyandotte #ChrisJones #AndyReid https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8825187965cf613f2af_1768423394937.mp42026-01-14T20:43:18.766Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/with-so-much-attention-on-the-kansas-city-chiefs2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd86ceee96f71cc43b123_1768423394937.pngKansas City StarWith so much attention on the Kansas City Chiefs’ failures in 2025 — and their recent announcement of a 2031 move to the state of Kansas — what’s been somewhat lost in the shuffle is that Thursday night’s Christmas Day game could be tight end Travis Kelce’s final appearance at Arrowhead Stadium. In recent weeks, the 36-year-old future Hall of Famer has declined to confirm if he will be hanging it up at the conclusion of the season, but there have been quiet indications all year that it’s likely the case. With that, this Christmas game becomes more than a sour footnote in a lost season; it should serve as a final goodbye to one of the most important players in the stadium’s history. On the field, no Chiefs player has caught more touchdowns from Patrick Mahomes than Kelce, who caught 59 of his franchise-leading 85 career touchdowns from the two-time MVP. Read more at the link above. #KansasCity #Chiefs #TravisKelce #ArrowheadStadium #NFL https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd86ceee96f71cc43b123_1768423394937.mp42026-01-14T20:43:18.389Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/though-the-chiefs-are-now-out-of-the-playoffs2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8881837bcfb9152d3cf_1768423394937.pngKansas City StarThough the Chiefs are now out of the playoffs, they still have three games remaining in their 2025 NFL season. Their next game will be a road matchup against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday — their first game this season with Chiefs backup QB Gardner Minshew starting. Patrick Mahomes is currently beginning rehab on surgery he had earlier this week to repair his torn LCL and ACL. Kansas City dropped to 6-8 with its 16-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. The Titans fell to 2-12 with their 37-24 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Read more about the KC Chiefs vs Titans predictions, final stretch at the link above. #KansasCity #KansasCityChiefs #NFL #ChrisJones #PatrickMahomes https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8881837bcfb9152d3cf_1768423394937.mp42026-01-14T20:43:17.726Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/earlier-this-week-chiefs-offensive-coordinator2026-01-14https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd83fb09369c101d07b93_1768423394937.pngKansas City StarEarlier this week, Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy was asked about his contract extension with the Chiefs that is set to expire at the end of this season. Nagy has spent nine seasons with the Chiefs as of 2025 and five as the team’s offensive coordinator. He rejoined the Chiefs in 2022 after a four year stint as head coach of the Chicago Bears from 2018 through 2021. He spent his first three seasons with the Chiefs as the quarterbacks coach from 2013-2015. Read more of our Chiefs coverage at the link above. #KansasCity #Chiefs #KansasCityChiefs #NFL https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd83fb09369c101d07b93_1768423394937.mp42026-01-14T20:43:17.706Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/in-a-federal-rico-lawsuit-where-plaintiffs-are-eujm2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8c8fc30ae644ae261f6_1767827798910.pngKansas City StarIn a federal RICO lawsuit where plaintiffs are seeking $70 million, the owners of three separate businesses allege that landlords pulled out of deals after owners revealed concepts for restaurants and clubs that would cater to young Black customers. On Monday, in front of the former Westport Ale House, one of the locations at the heart of the suit, local and national civil rights leaders surrounded the business owners to lend their support to the case. KC’s Urban Council and the National Urban League will file an amicus brief in the case on the business owners’ behalf. Organizations that showed support included the Urban League of Greater Kansas City, NAACP – Missouri State Conference, Southern Christian Leadership Conference of Greater Kansas City and other civil rights organizations. The lawsuit escalated earlier this year when a complaint of Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, or RICO, was added. While a RICO crime is widely associated with mobsters and organized crime, the law is designed to target any enterprise that engages in a pattern of illegal activity as part of a coordinated scheme. The lawsuit originated October 2024 over a lease dispute at Westport Ale House. The speakers on Monday linked the racism alleged in the suit to KC’s long-running history of discrimination, redlining and shutting out of Black businesses. Read more about the Westport lawsuit at the link above. #WestportKC #KansasCityNews #KansasCityLocal #KansasCityNightlife #westportalehouse https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8c8fc30ae644ae261f6_1767827798910.mp42026-01-07T23:16:43.131Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/missouri-state-freshman-elayjah-murray-was-found2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8cfb53bdaa126e6a9e9_1767827798910.pngKansas City StarMissouri State freshman Elayjah Murray was found dead in a Kansas City apartment while she was home for Thanksgiving break last weekend. Murray, 18, was reported missing by her family to Independence police last Friday. The same day, investigators worked on a tip stating Murray may have been shot in Independence, according to police spokesperson Bryan Conley. On Saturday, the nursing student was found dead. Independence police are investigating the incident as a homicide, but did not state if Murray had any apparent gunshot wounds when she was found dead. No arrests have been made, but police are looking for a possible suspect who they identified as Eric Phillips II. Friends and family remember Murray as a talkative but resilient scholar headed toward a bright future while wearing a million-dollar smile. Read more about Murray’s life at the link above. 🎥: Emily Curiel/The Star #KansasCity #KClocal #Raytown #ElayjahMurray #KCNewshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8cfb53bdaa126e6a9e9_1767827798910.mp42026-01-07T23:16:43.08Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/snowflakes-began-falling-early-around-kansas-city-jdpu2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd9312299b0432a86e258_1767827743406.pngKansas City StarSnowflakes began falling early around Kansas City in the morning commute and by noon, snowfall had reportedly totaled over 3 inches in parts of the metro — including 3.2 inches in Edwardsville and 3.4 inches near Blue Springs. Several car crashes and vehicles getting stuck in the snow have been reported. Some school districts in the KC metro had canceled classes or moved to virtual learning in anticipation of the snow, including Blue Springs, Independence, Braymer, North Platte, Odessa, and West Platte school districts. As the storm and road conditions worsened, a cascade of school districts announced mid-morning that they would send students home early, including Kansas City, North Kansas City, Kansas City, Kansas, Park Hill and Smithville. Get live weather updates at the link above. #KansasCity #KansasCityweather #KansasCityweatherupdates #kansascitysnow https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd9312299b0432a86e258_1767827743406.mp42026-01-07T23:15:46.78Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-adult-industrys-most-well-known-website2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd920b653f3279c7711a7_1767827743406.pngKansas City StarThe adult industry’s most well-known website, PornHub, shut down in Missouri on Monday, marking the first major response to the state’s new age verification rule for adult websites. PornHub, in a statement to website visitors, called the rule ineffective and a risk to user privacy. The new rule requires adult websites to verify users’ ages, such as uploading a government-issued ID, before allowing access. Former Attorney General Andrew Bailey, a Republican, initiated the rule last spring and his Republican successor, Catherine Hanaway, carried it out on Monday. Hanaway championed the website’s decision to shut down as proof that the rule was needed, framing it as a victory for families. Missouri’s policy, which was enacted without state legislation, illustrated the state’s most aggressive response to the adult industry in recent history. While displaying obscene material to minors is already illegal under federal law, the new rule has raised privacy concerns. Read more about the new law and concerns at the link above. 🎥: Kacen Bayless/The Star (@Kacen Bayless | KC Star) #Missouri #MissouriLaw #Politics #LocalNews https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd920b653f3279c7711a7_1767827743406.mp42026-01-07T23:15:46.592Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/a-20-year-old-facing-dwi-and-assault-charges-in-a2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695ec4a1b588d2577aa48547_1767827640476.pngKansas City StarA 20-year-old facing DWI and assault charges in a December crash in Independence that killed a Kansas City woman pleaded not guilty at his first court appearance Monday. In a Jackson County courtroom, Mason McIntyre appeared Monday clad in an orange prison jumpsuit with chained wrists and ankles, his left hand wrapped with white gauze, as his attorney entered his plea. McIntyre faces one count of DWI death and two counts of second-degree assault.  On Dec. 27, the day of the crash, Independence police officers responded to the scene at the intersection of Kentucky Road and Missouri 291 just before 9:20 p.m. and found McIntyre in a car, trapped behind the wheel, according to court records. He had to be cut out of the vehicle by firefighters and transported to a local hospital.  Officers found a beer bottle in the center console of his vehicle. McIntyre’s blood alcohol level was at .186 two hours after the crash, according to court records, more than twice the legal limit.  Detectives determined that McIntyre’s car was travelling at a high rate of speed, ran a red light and struck the passenger side of a 2010 Ford Ranger, court records say. The crash injured all three passengers, killing one of them, a Kansas City woman identified as Jennifer Jensen, 36, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Read more at the link above.  #Missouri #LocalNews #Independence #JacksonCounty https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695ec4a1b588d2577aa48547_1767827640476.mp42026-01-07T23:14:03.038Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/in-15-years-kansas-fans-will-still-be-bragging2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695ec4b3d2a92995131560d8_1767827629458.pngKansas City StarIn 15 years, Kansas fans will still be bragging about where they were Tuesday night. That’s how good of a game was played at Allen Fieldhouse.  The Jayhawks trailed TCU by as many as 16 points in the second half. They trailed by 15 with less than five minutes left. They trailed by nine with 1:14 to play. And yet, Kansas rallied to force overtime.  And late-game heroics? There were plenty, including from star freshman Darryn Peterson. He made three clutch free throws to send the game to overtime.  His teammates took it from there. Kansas survived a Big 12 thriller 104-100.  “I’ll leave here very, very thankful,” coach Bill Self said postgame, “knowing that we caught a break tonight.” Read more of our analysis at the link above. #KU #NCAABasketball #TCU #Lawrence #KansasJayhawks https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695ec4b3d2a92995131560d8_1767827629458.mp42026-01-07T23:13:53.585Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/melvin-council-jr-and-flory-bidunga-break-down2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695ec46b5abe3a314abff214_1767827629458.pngKansas City StarMelvin Council Jr. and Flory Bidunga break down the final chaotic seconds, the emotions at the free-throw line, and the mindset shift that carried Kansas into overtime and a dramatic comeback win over TCU at Allen Fieldhouse.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695ec46b5abe3a314abff214_1767827629458.mp42026-01-07T23:13:53.385Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/raphael-wicky-newly-appointed-head-coach-of2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695ec46932bc7c8df3d2c240_1767827453474.pngKansas City StarRaphael Wicky, newly appointed head coach of Sporting Kansas City, spoke about the club’s culture, facilities and supporters, emphasizing the responsibility of players and coaches to bring energy and intensity that fuels the crowd.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695ec46932bc7c8df3d2c240_1767827453474.mp42026-01-07T23:10:56.365Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/wyandotte-county-has-a-lot-of-feelings-about-the-76ft2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd88834a7ec134fa23819_1767818357509.pngKansas City StarWyandotte County has a lot of feelings about the Kansas City Chiefs moving into town. And in the neighborhoods surrounding where that recently-approved, $3 billion domed stadium is expected to be built, those feelings vary by the household. Less than 24 hours after local, state and team officials announced Wyandotte County would be the Chiefs’ new home starting in the 2031 season, people living in western KCK told The Star they felt a sense of victory over snatching an NFL team and had concerns about game day traffic and noise. According to the sales tax and revenue, or STAR bonds agreement, legislators approved earlier this week, the Chiefs will play games at a stadium to be built in KCK near Interstate 70 and Interstate 435, which encompasses the westernmost parts of the city. The deal approved Monday also includes a team headquarters and a training facility that will be built in Olathe. Read more on Wyandotte residents’ reactions to the Chiefs’ move at the link above. #WyandotteCounty #KansasCitychiefs #NFL #Kansas #Missouri https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd88834a7ec134fa23819_1767818357509.mp42026-01-07T20:39:22.635Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-johnson-county-sheriffs-office-confirmed-qfuj2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8adc5ed8069f93c9325_1767807779716.pngKansas City StarThe Johnson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed reports of a shooting Friday at the Panasonic plant in De Soto that left one person dead and another hospitalized. Just before 11 a.m., deputies responded to a report of a stabbing at the facility at the Johnson County battery plant which ended in a shooting with deputies, sheriff Byron Roberson told a group of reporters at the facility. Deputies found one victim with multiple stab wounds when they arrived on scene. When deputies located the suspect, an officer-involved shooting occurred. Deputies attempted to save the suspect, but was pronounced dead by paramedics at 11:25 a.m. The stabbing victim is in critical condition at a local hospital. Get the latest updates at the link above. #KCNews #DeSotoKS #Panasonic #KansasCity https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8adc5ed8069f93c9325_1767807779716.mp42026-01-07T17:43:02.15Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-following-column-is-from-star-opinion2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8c6dedd4735e6449fea_1767807653893.pngKansas City StarThe following column is from Star opinion columnist Toriano Porter. Opinion columns provide independent perspectives on key community issues, and are separate from our newsroom reporting. Lee’s Summit quietly paid a $2 million settlement with former city prosecutor Terri Round — a staggering amount of money the public should have known about. When a governmental body pays a former employee seven figures to settle a lawsuit, taxpayers deserve to know the circumstances behind the litigation and its conclusion. The city paid its former chief prosecutor $1.4 million in damages and $100,000 in lost wages, according to the agreement. Two of Round’s attorneys were paid $250,000 each to cover legal costs. Yet no one at City Hall thought it was a good idea to inform taxpayers they were on the hook for that $2 million? A confidentiality clause in the agreement precluded Round or the city from divulging information about the agreement — and therein lies the problem. But that’s not all: A similar lawsuit making its way through the legal system right now could result in another hefty payout if Lee’s Summit is found to have harassed, discriminated and retaliated against Municipal Judge Dana Altieri. What’s happening in Lee’s Summit government? Read more of Star columnist Torniano Porter’s latest at the link above. 🎥: Toriano Porter/The Star (@Toriano Porter) #LeesSummitMO #LeesSummitGov #JudgeDanaAltieri #KansasCity #KansasCityNewshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8c6dedd4735e6449fea_1767807653893.mp42026-01-07T17:40:57.563Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/over-the-weekend-kansas-city-chiefs-wide-receiver-7zdk2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8ab9ec55e2cbfc0a87a_1767804503470.pngKansas City StarOver the weekend, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy and his Worthy 1’s foundation hosted a Christmas experience for single moms and their families in KC. Worthy, alongside his mom Nicky Jones, welcomed families into the Dick’s House of Sport in Leawood with their staff to give select families a shopping spree, food and a night with the Chiefs wide receiver. The Worthy 1’s foundation also partnered with Cornerstones of Care for the event. Jones said her experiences as a single mom drive how the Worthy 1’s foundation’s events are curated, particularly the decision to intentionally include the mothers — not just their children. Worthy said he hoped that families felt special upon leaving the event. Read more about the holiday event with Xavier Worthy at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #XavierWorthy #KansasCityChiefs #Christmas #Holidayhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8ab9ec55e2cbfc0a87a_1767804503470.mp42026-01-07T16:48:30.423Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-gov-laura-kelly-announced-the-details-of2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8acf34de29c3916b9c8_1767804503470.pngKansas City StarKansas Gov. Laura Kelly announced the details of an incentive package designed to bring the Kansas City Chiefs across the state line to build a new stadium this afternoon. The stadium will be built in Wyandotte County and will be surrounded by an entertainment district, Kelly said. A new team headquarters and a practice facility will be built in Olathe, she said. The announcement came after a group of top lawmakers in Topeka voted unanimously to approve a deal negotiated with Chiefs ownership by Lt. Gov. David Toland on behalf of the Kansas Department of Commerce. “Kansas is not a fly-over state. We’re a touchdown state,” Kelly said, calling today’s announcement “a little bit surreal.” Get the details of the deal at the link above. 🎥: Tammy Ljungblad/The Star & Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #Chiefs #ArrowheadStadium #Kansas #Topeka #NFLhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8acf34de29c3916b9c8_1767804503470.mp42026-01-07T16:48:26.927Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/its-not-often-a-third-string-practice-squad2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8999196afde67e40b62_1767804503470.pngKansas City StarIt’s not often a third-string, practice-squad quarterback is thrust into a game, but that’s exactly what transpired Sunday in the Kansas City Chiefs’ 26-9 loss to the Tennessee Titans. Just a week after Patrick Mahomes’ season ended due to a torn ACL, backup QB Gardner Minshew also suffered a significant knee injury. That meant Chris Oladokun — a 2022 seventh-round pick of the Pittsburgh Steelers — would have to lead the Chiefs. “You see Gardner go down, and I hate it for him,” Oladokun said. “And the next thing my mind went to is, ‘I’ve got to rally the troops now and go win a football game.’ Those guys out there, they battled their (tails) off, and I can’t say enough good things." Though the Chiefs didn’t win, Oladokun proved serviceable, completing 11 of 16 passes for 111 yards and rushing for another seven. And KC fans are now likely to see Oladokun again in the Christmas Day game against the Broncos. Read more analysis about the loss to the Titans at the link above.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8999196afde67e40b62_1767804503470.mp42026-01-07T16:48:26.106Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-chiefs-missing-the-playoffs-this-season-is-a-x5ei2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8adf0b037a55ad2ddba_1767804348089.pngKansas City StarThe Chiefs missing the playoffs this season is a reminder of how hard it is to accomplish all they’ve achieved over the past seven seasons — the three Super Bowls, the five AFC titles, the seven straight appearances in the AFC Championship Game. The Chiefs are 6-8, and in each of their losses — every last one of them — they either led in the fourth quarter or possessed the football with a chance to take or take the lead in the fourth quarter. They have trailed in the second half in nine games. They are 1-8 in those games. They are 1-7 in one-score games. The Chiefs are good enough to survive flaws. But how does the city that employs Patrick Mahomes miss the postseason altogether? It takes for granted that it’s possible to miss it. “Success is rented every year,” Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones said. “Just because last year’s team made the Super Bowl, that doesn’t guarantee success.” Read more of our Chiefs coverage at the link above. #ChrisJones #KansasCityChiefs #PatrickMahomes #Chiefs #NFL https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8adf0b037a55ad2ddba_1767804348089.mp42026-01-07T16:45:52.651Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-houston-texans-defeated-the-kansas-city-3xv52026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8c679ab8ca8d7e5d96c_1767804348089.pngKansas City StarThe Houston Texans defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 20-10 Sunday night at Arrowhead Stadium. With the loss, the Chiefs dropped to 6-7 this season. Facing fourth-and-1 from his own 31-yard line following a 9-yard desperation scramble by Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs coach Andy Reid kept the offense on the field. As soon as the ball was snapped, Will Anderson burst around the edge, forcing Mahomes to climb the pocket and throw off balance. Rashee Rice, the target, was blanketed, and the ball fell to the turf. Given the short field, Houston punched in a touchdown, never relinquishing the lead. Get more of our Chiefs analysis at the link above. #Chiefs #Texans #NFL #KansasCity #SundayNightFootball https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8c679ab8ca8d7e5d96c_1767804348089.mp42026-01-07T16:45:51.77Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-nfl-gives-the-chiefs-a-15-chance-of-being-in-4icc2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8cf540de9c108e453d3_1767804348089.pngKansas City StarThe NFL gives the Chiefs a 15% chance of being in the playoffs. PlayoffStatus.com has it at 8% for the Chiefs, while The Athletic sees it as a 14% chance. The Chiefs best chance of getting into the postseason is to win their four remaining games, which is no easy task considering they’ve lost four of their last five. Here’s a look at the Chiefs’ remaining schedule: Dec. 14 vs. Chargers; Dec. 21 at Titans; Dec. 25 vs. Broncos; Jan. 3 or 4 at Raiders. To make the playoffs, the Chiefs would also need to have the Chargers and Colts stumble down the stretch. Read more on our Chiefs coverage at the link above. 🎥: Tammy Ljungblad/The Star and Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #KansasCityChiefs #ChrisJones #Football #NFL #KansasCityhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8cf540de9c108e453d3_1767804348089.mp42026-01-07T16:45:51.756Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/with-patrick-mahomes-out-the-rest-of-the-season-3qb52026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8b56a3eda005374ced5_1767804348089.pngKansas City StarWith Patrick Mahomes out the rest of the season with a torn ACL, what should you know about Gardner Minshew, the Chiefs’ backup quarterback who’s now taking over? Minshew was taken in the sixth round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars, and was immediately thrust into starting quarterback duties. Then-Jaguars quarterback Nick Foles was injured in the first game of the 2019 NFL season against the Chiefs, and Minshew took over. He ended up starting the majority of the games for Jacksonville that season. Jacksonville traded Minshew to the Philadelphia Eagles after the 2020 season. He was the backup to Jalen Hurts and only appeared in limited situations during his two years with the Eagles. Minshew then signed with the Colts in 2023 as the backup to rookie Anthony Richardson. He signed a two-year contract with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2024 before coming to Kansas City. Minshew signed with the Chiefs in March 2025, and will now start the rest of the season for the Chiefs. Read more facts about Mishew at the link above. #GardnerMinshew #NFL #PatrickMahomes #KansasCityChiefs #Footballhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8b56a3eda005374ced5_1767804348089.mp42026-01-07T16:45:51.368Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/kansas-citys-playoff-hopes-are-over-but-more2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd8ba9b62a8078ff68403_1767804284523.pngKansas City StarKansas City’s playoff hopes are over. But more critical to anything in the future is the status of Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs’ future after he tore his ACL in the final minutes of Chiefs-Chargers.. What is the timeline? Professional athletes typically require up to 8-12 months of rehabilitation to recover from ACL surgery. Now the question looms: What does the Chiefs’ future roster look like next season? Read more of our Chiefs coverage at the link above. 🎥: Pete Sweeney/The Star (@pete sweeney) and Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) #kansascitychiefs #PatrickMahomes #GardnerMinshew #NFL #AndyReid https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd8ba9b62a8078ff68403_1767804284523.mp42026-01-07T16:44:49.033Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-chiefs-are-currently-6-6-and-outside-the2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd92cbaf4bc4c4f84ad43_1767804085678.pngKansas City StarThe Chiefs are currently 6-6 and outside the playoff picture heading into Sunday night’s game against the Houston Texans at home. “You look at our season, we’re one or two plays off,” Andy Reid said Monday. “We’ve got to take care of that. Whether it’s a penalty at a crucial time, a turnover or having a chance to create a turnover. We’re in a position where if we could figure out those two, three plays, you flip this around.” The Chiefs rank among the NFL’s top 10 in points, points allowed, yards and yards allowed. But the results don’t reflect a team playing with the league’s best. The Chiefs are 2-5 against teams that would be in the playoffs if the season ended today. But Reid said he’s confident the Chiefs can win out. Read more on our Chiefs coverage at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) & KC Chiefs/YouTube #AndyReid #KansasCityChiefs #KansasCity #NFL #footballhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd92cbaf4bc4c4f84ad43_1767804085678.mp42026-01-07T16:41:27.563Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-frosted-reef-pop-up-bar-invites-guests-21-and-gphj2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd945ef04770331dc703b_1767804033498.pngKansas City StarThe Frosted Reef pop-up bar invites guests 21 and older to dive into an under-the-sea holiday experience, a fitting crossover for LandShark Bar & Grill. Upon walking to the door, you’re instantly greeted by festive lights on the outside. Follow the path, and you’re met with a bright display with thousands of string lights leading to an entrance to the hotel and pool deck. It’s a fun prelude to the views inside the bar, which decorated its lower floor for the holiday season. You find yourself surrounded in an aquatic wonderland, where floating blow-up sharks, jellyfish and orca whales hanging above you are wearing Santa caps. Vibrant sea-inspired decorations surround the bar, while the oversized sharks drift throughout the space. But is it worth the $10 cover and drive out to KCK? Read our review at the link above.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd945ef04770331dc703b_1767804033498.mp42026-01-07T16:40:37.493Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/lilicos-taverna-recently-opened-in-the-crossroads-9rpf2026-01-07https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/695bd93ac99c77f7cecb4953_1767804033498.pngKansas City StarLilico’s Taverna recently opened in the Crossroads, but the bar was a longtime passion project for owner Shawn McClenny. Previously owning One Block South in Overland Park, McClenny underwent a cancer battle two years ago. At the time, doctors estimated he had six months to live. He promised himself that he’d open Lilico’s if he went into remission. And here he is now, with alt-rock playing in the newly opened, colorful space formerly home to The Pairing wine grocer. “It’s just a casual Spanish café,” McClenny previously told The Star. “No reservations, it’s not upscale … if there’s an open table, you come in and have happy hour.” Read more on this new Crossroads bar at the link above. #KansasCity #KansasCityLocal #KansasCityBars #Entertainment #KansasCityFood https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/695bd93ac99c77f7cecb4953_1767804033498.mp42026-01-07T16:40:36.567Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/the-chiefs-run-game-has-been-a-topic-that-many2026-01-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6943349e3807baf56d98ee5d_1767625924507.pngKansas City StarThe Chiefs’ run game has been a topic that many fans have started to have conversations around this season. Isiah Pacheco has faced zero stacked boxes in three weeks and he has still produced only 3.7 yards per carry on 25 attempts. No NFL running back has carried the ball more without confronting a single stacked box, which means, theoretically, Pacheco should be near the top of the leaderboard in the league’s rushing stats. Yet his longest carry of the season is 11 yards, the longest by any Chiefs running back this year. As a team, the Chiefs have gained only 42 yards on explosive runs, fourth fewest in the league. They have just four carries of 10-plus yards, sixth fewest in the league. Much of this falls at the feet of the running backs, first and second options Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt. Read more of our Chiefs coverage at the link in our bio.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6943349e3807baf56d98ee5d_1767625924507.mp42026-01-05T15:12:09.363Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/with-patrick-mahomes-out-the-rest-of-the-season2026-01-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/694334b615bd8cdc51664a4f_1767625924507.pngKansas City StarWith Patrick Mahomes out the rest of the season with a torn ACL, what should you know about Gardner Minshew, the Chiefs’ backup quarterback who’s now taking over? Minshew was taken in the sixth round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars, and was immediately thrust into starting quarterback duties. Then-Jaguars quarterback Nick Foles was injured in the first game of the 2019 NFL season against the Chiefs, and Minshew took over. He ended up starting the majority of the games for Jacksonville that season. Jacksonville traded Minshew to the Philadelphia Eagles after the 2020 season. He was the backup to Jalen Hurts and only appeared in limited situations during his two years with the Eagles. Minshew then signed with the Colts in 2023 as the backup to rookie Anthony Richardson. He signed a two-year contract with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2024 before coming to Kansas City. Minshew signed with the Chiefs in March 2025, and will now start the rest of the season for the Chiefs. Read more facts about Mishew at the link above. #GardnerMinshew #NFL #PatrickMahomes #KansasCityChiefs #Footballhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/694334b615bd8cdc51664a4f_1767625924507.mp42026-01-05T15:12:07.268Znohttps://www.kansascitystar.test.begenuin.com/video/patrick-mahomes-suffered-injuries-to-both-his-acl2026-01-05https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6943348ef841efab3a3bbf1c_1767625924507.pngKansas City StarPatrick Mahomes suffered injuries to both his ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) and LCL (lateral collateral ligament) late in Sunday’s Week 16 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Dallas-based orthopedic surgeon Daniel E. Cooper performed surgery on Mahomes on Monday, Dec. 15, and reported that the quarterback had no artery, nerve, joint or meniscal damage. Mahomes has already begun rehab in Dallas and is expected to return to Kansas City on Friday to continue his rehab under Chiefs staff. Get the latest update on Mahomes’ injury at the link above. 🎥: Alexa Stone/The Star (@Alexa (Lex) Stone) and Emily Curiel/The Star #KansasCity #KansasCityChiefs #PatrickMahomes #DanielCooper https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6943348ef841efab3a3bbf1c_1767625924507.mp42026-01-05T15:12:06.395Zno