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The Kansas City Star

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Kansas governor race, deadly U.S. 71 crash, Leawood investigation: Top KC stories

From the too-close-to-call Kansas governor race to a deadly crash on U.S. 71 , here’s a roundup of what’s making news in the Kansas City region. These are the top stories from The Kansas City Star: Johnson County began a mandated post-election audit Monday as the Kansas governor race between Democrat Cindy Holscher and Republican Ty Masterson remains too close to call, separated by just under 8,000 votes. Kansas and Alaska are the only two states where the 2026 governor race has not yet been decided, with a Nov. 16 deadline to complete the audit. A Washington state mother and her two young sons were killed when a semitractor-trailer failed to stop for congested traffic and struck their minivan on U.S. 71 Monday afternoon as the family drove to the airport. Olga Sorbalo, 35, and sons Luis, 8, and Samir, 4, of Vancouver, Washington, were identified by relatives, and a GoFundMe raised more than $86,000 in 14 hours. President Donald Trump has nominated former Kansas Gov. Jeff Colyer as ambassador to the United Arab Emirates , five months after Colyer dropped his bid for governor following Trump’s endorsement of Ty Masterson. Republican U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran congratulated Colyer and vowed

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martincitytelegraph.com

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Holmes Road Reconstruction Project in Martin City moves forward

The long-awaited improvements for Holmes Road in Martin City have moved forward after months of public engagement and redesigns. On Thursday, the City Council overwhelmingly approved the condemnation of and financial compensation for private land along Holmes Road. Tracts of private land along the street will be purchased and used for the expansion of the road, sidewalks, wall easements and temporary construction easements.

Martin City, MO · 1d
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Kansas reaches Morgantown after nationwide ground stop

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. Kansas has reached Morgantown ahead of Saturday’s football game against West Virginia, clearing a significant travel hurdle during a nationwide aviation disruption. The official Kansas football account posted from Morgantown on Friday evening, providing primary confirmation that the visiting team had made it to town. The...

Morgantown, WV · 1d
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This Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant In Missouri Is Worth The Drive From Anywhere In The State

Some restaurants earn their reputation through marketing budgets and Instagram filters, and then there’s LC’s Bar-B-Q in Kansas City, Missouri, which earns its reputation the old-fashioned way: through smoke, patience, and meat so good it makes you question every life choice that kept you away this long. If...

Kansas City, MO · 7d
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Olathe School Board approves intent to dispose of school buildings in school closures process

OLATHE, Kan. (KCTV) - At its first meeting since voting to close 6 district schools, the Olathe Board of Education took another step in the process. 5 members voted to approve intent to dispose of school buildings. Board member Brad Boyd was absent from Thursday’s meeting. Before the vote,...

Olathe, KS · 2d

The Kansas City Star

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Upscale Johnson County Mexican-style restaurant is opening soon. Peek inside

The inspiration behind a new Johnson County restaurant’s name sits on a warm plate, ready to be squeezed over a helping of brie and shrimp quesadillas. Every entrée at Local Lime is served with a fresh lime wedge — one of a few aspects that give the Arkansas-based brand recognizability. Though each of its four restaurants has its own flair, its modern, trendy style is replicated through its Southwestern tiles and geometric bar design. If customers see the “Mi Casa Es Su Casa” sign inside and smell the queso flameado sizzling, they’re likely in the right place. Local Lime will open its Leawood restaurant soon, marking the company’s entrance into the Kansas City market. Two of its other spots are in its home state, while another has landed in Tennessee. It’s been serving tacos and tequila for about 15 years, altogether. At a friends and family night in the KC metro Tuesday, employees showed select customers what’s to come once it officially opens on Monday. The spot will be at 5005 W. 117th St. in Leawood’s Town Center Plaza, overtaking the former Bravo! Italian Kitchen space. Servers on Tuesday practiced recommending items on the menu, which holds a few dozen

Leawood, KS · 3d

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New traffic pattern starts on U.S. 50 in Lee’s Summit

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Drivers traveling along U.S. 50 in Lee’s Summit will encounter a new traffic pattern as crews continue work on a major bridge replacement project. The change took effect at 5 a.m. Friday, requiring drivers traveling eastbound and westbound on U.S. 50 to use the on- and off-ramps at the Missouri 291 interchange before rejoining the highway on the other side.

Lee'S Summit, MO · 1d

KSN News

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Chiefs name construction groups that will build new stadium in Wyandotte County

The Kansas City Chiefs have named a joint venture to construct the team's new stadium set to open in 2031 in Wyandotte County.

Wyandotte County, KS · 3d

johnsoncountypost.com

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Leawood joins Prairie Village in leaving state Halo law out of city offense code

Leawood has become the second Johnson County municipality to decline including in city codes the new Kansas Halo law that requires a 25-foot buffer between first responders and civilians under certain circumstances while the responders are working. Prairie Village was the first city, rejecting it on Oct. 19. With virtually...

Leawood, KS · 3d

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Shawnee moves to ease co-living ban that sparked lawsuit, national headlines

Shawnee’s governing body is looking to ease restrictions on the city’s controversial co-living ban that was approved more than four years ago by a different city council. On Monday, the Shawnee Council Committee directed city staff to make amendments to the municipal co-living ordinance that, among other rules, allows for three or fewer people to live in one house who aren’t related by blood, marriage, or adoption.

Shawnee, KS · 1d

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Former Indian Springs Mall site could turn into a $1.15 billion development

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — A developer is looking to take the 90 acres of land where the Indian Springs Mall stood and turn it into a massive mixed-use development. Eastside Innovation is the developer looking to move forward with the plans. The developer wants to call the area “Midtown...

Wyandotte County, KS · 2d

FOX4 News Kansas City

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Kansas City Chiefs name official architect of new stadium

The Kansas City Chiefs named Kansas City-based design firm HNTB as the official architect of the new stadium in Wyandotte County on Thursday.

Kansas City, KS · 2d

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Fairway mainstay Rainy Day Books opening a second JoCo shop in Lenexa

After more than five decades in Fairway, one Rainy Day Books will become two in Johnson County. This week, the Fairway mainstay announced plans for a new store further west, at Lenexa City Center. The store plans to operate inside the Made in Kansas City shop, just off 87th Street...

Lenexa, KS · 2d

KSHB 41 Action News

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Jackson County Exec. announces change to Independence Square after $3.7M project

A stretch of 335 feet in Independence is causing conflict among neighboring businesses and Jackson County as a newly released plan reverses what was recently constructed.

Jackson County, MO · 1d

The Kansas City Star

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New Johnson County restaurant, sports bar opens. Burgers, beers, more

For 40 years, Brooksider has offered cocktails, beers and watch parties in its namesake neighborhood. The walls of 6330 Brookside Plaza have held festivities since 1985. Father-son duo Chuck and Jack Naylor, meanwhile, have owned the bar for about 14 years. But the pair added a new chapter to Brooksider’s book Monday, with the opening of its second location. This one is across state lines, though it bears the same name as its original location. Brooksider’s new space — 5001 Town Center Drive in Leawood — offers multiple levels of indoor and outdoor dining. Altogether, it seats 688 patrons. Customers can experience a more intimate setting by choosing to sit in the cocktail lounge-style section. That area aims to give a “date night” vibe, said general manager Ryan Proffitt, though it’ll still have some TVs to broadcast Chiefs games. (The menu will be consistent throughout the restaurant, too.) An outdoor patio has its own bar, fire pits, heaters and televisions so customers can sit outside as long as possible. Another interior bar neighbors two dart boards and a long, narrow sun room. An upstairs event space plans to open soon, though Proffitt said it’s not quite ready. “We’re shooting for

Leawood, KS · 3d

KSHB 41 Action News

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Overland Park residents concerned over Meridian development delays

A nearly $2 billion Overland Park development still has no vertical construction three years after groundbreaking. Here's the latest timeline.

Overland Park, KS · 2d

martincitytelegraph.com

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Lake says she will “clean house” after she takes over county executive role

Jackson County Executive-elect Stacy Lake was given a blunt question at the South Kansas City Alliance meeting on Monday evening. “Are you going to clean house?” asked one attendee. “Yes,” Lake told attendees. “I will do my best to clean house and root out the corruption.”. Lake...

Jackson County, MO · 3d

The Kansas City Beacon

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Nature lovers rallied to save park land, but Jackson County official says big problem remains

Jackson County leaders walked back their decision to put a beloved park up for bid after outcry from local conservationists, hikers and nature enthusiasts. But officials say a $7 million budget problem remains. The post Nature lovers rallied to save park land, but Jackson County official says big problem remains appeared first on The Beacon .

Jackson County, MO · 1d

University Daily Kansan

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OPINION: The midterm results finally mirror America

The op-ed below does not necessarily reflect the views of the University Daily Kansan and its members. This year's midterm elections were among the most exciting I have ever witnessed as a college student. For the first time, the results seemed to reflect what America actually looks like. For generations, the face of American politics has largely been straight white men. Now, that image is beginning to change.

Lawrence, KS · 1d

KSHB 41 Action News

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SantaCaliGon vendors get second chance after storm-shortened fest

Vendors who lost items, visibility and revenue when severe weather cut Santa-Cali-Gon Days short will get another chance to connect with shoppers at a new holiday market.

Independence, MO · 1d