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Where to watch Kansas City Royals vs. Detroit Tigers: Live stream, TV channel, odds for Thursday, April 16
Bobby Witt and the Royals will try to get on track against the Tigers.
Gov. Sanders announces appointments - Talk Business & Politics
Gov. Sarah Sanders announced Thursday (April 16) the following appointments to state boards and commissions. Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training Jeffery Hagar, Sherwood, to the Arkansas Commission...
Enhancing workforce training to prevent substance use disorders
KU researchers have updated training materials that prepare health care providers to prevent, identify and treat substance use disorders across Kansas.
FOX Sports Analyst suggests Chiefs draft day trade with Lions
A FOX Sports Analyst suggests a Kansas City Chiefs draft day trade with the Detroit Lions for tight end Sam LaPorta | @EdEastonJr
Kansas Transfer Jamari McDowell Commits to Wake Forest
The Deacs have their 3rd addition of the portal with Kansas Jayhawk guard Jamari McDowell. McDowell is a 6-5 redshirt sophomore who averaged 3.3 points and 1.1 assists in 17 minutes per game for the Jayhawks this season. After redshirting in the 2024-25 season due to injury, McDowell was the 6th man for Kansas this […]
Coveted transfer guard lands with Arkansas
Arkansas added some scoring punch to its backcourt Jeremiah Wilkinson's committal.
Trial date set for suspects in Kansas City sports reporter’s death
A trial date has been set for the three suspects in connection to a Kansas City sports reporter's death.
Forgotten scientist Foote gets her due as climate science pioneer
Kansas writer explores local 19th-century scientist Eunice Newton Foote’s overlooked climate science discovery, highlighting gender barriers that erased her contributions from scientific history.
Recap: Sporting KC eliminated from U.S. Open Cup
Sporting Kansas City was eliminated from the U.S. Open Cup in the Round of 32 following a 3-0 defeat to Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC at Weidner Field on Tuesday night. Head coach Raphael Wicky made three changes from Saturday’s loss to San Jose, handing starts to Jansen Miller, Jake Davis
LIVE SCORE UPDATES & ANALYSIS: Arkansas baseball vs. UAPB
Follow along as the Razorbacks play the Golden Lions at Dickey-Stephens Park in North Little Rock.
No Other Pub nominated for Best Local Sports Bar in America in USA TODAY Sports Readers' Choice Awards
No Other Pub in the Kansas City Power & Light District is one of 20 finalists nationwide for Best Local Sports Bar in the USA TODAY Sports Readers' Choice Awards 2026 as nominated by an expert panel. Voting is open until 11 a.m. CT on Monday, May 11 and sports
The Economic Case for Health
The Economic Case for Health shows how better health supports jobs, boosts productivity and drives growth — making it a smart investment for Kansas’ economy.
Kelly vetoes sports tourism program, allows religious freedom bill to move forward
Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed legislation to create a sports tourism grant program focused on expanding state investment in sporting events.
Commerce Opens Nominations for 2026 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Kansas Department of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2026 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards. The...
Engineering and Computer Science Awards for 2025-26 Presented at Convo
The College of Engineering and Computer Science at Arkansas State University presented graduating student awards during a Convocation of Scholars awards ceremony.
College of Education and Behavioral Science Names Top Graduates
The College of Education and Behavioral Science at Arkansas State University recognized 34 outstanding graduating students for the 2025-26 academic year during Convocation of Scholars
Kansas baseball rises into top 25 of USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Kansas baseball jumped into the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll. Take a look to see where the Jayhawks are going to be ranked this week.
Kansas governor signs sports authority bill to guide Kansas City Chiefs’ developments
The governor, state legislative leaders and owners of the NFL franchise announced in December the framework of a deal for developing a domed stadium surrounded by an entertainment district in Wyandotte County, in addition to the team’s headquarters, training facility and related developments in Johnson County.
Former K-State Athletes Barratti, Leeper Named to KSHOF Class of 2026 - Kansas State University Athletics
In an announcement by the State of Kansas Sports Hall of Fame, former K-State standouts Bob Barratti (track and field) and Nathan Leeper (track and field) wi...
Sporting KC Weekly Schedule: April 13-19, 2026
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Connections: Build My Future comes to Rogers - Talk Business & Politics
More than 2,000 students from Northwest Arkansas were expected to attend the fifth annual Build My Future NWA Construction Career Day and Industry Showcase from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m....
Podcast provides in-depth coverage of area food, restaurant scene - Talk Business & Politics
John Engleman, a former sports anchor and director with over a decade of media relations experience, started a podcast to keep tabs on the ever-evolving food and restaurant sector in...
Duke hosting Kansas transfer Flory Bidunga on visit
Duke is set to host top portal prospect Flory Bidunga out of Kansas as he evaluates NBA Draft interest and potential landing spots.
Kansas City small business needs uniform tobacco regulation across Missouri
When every municipality can impose its own rules, store owners are at the mercy of whichever way the political winds are blowing. | Opinion
Country music star says UFOs chased her plane for hundreds of miles
She said the orbs followed her plane from Arkansas to Nashville.
Arkansas legislators seek input from health care professionals to help inform policy
FAYETTEVILLE -- Health care workers are the foot soldiers in the battle to improve care in Arkansas, and legislators need their input to make sure state policies and programs are having the most impact, according to state Rep. Aaron Pilkington.
Player Availability Report: #SKCvSJ
Player Availability Report is SportingKC.com’s look at the latest status updates around the team ahead of upcoming matches and is presented by Saint Luke’s. All details listed are from the league’s official Player Status Report that is submitted the day prior to the match. Sporting Kansas City is set to
Small Business Administration offering relief to Arkansas businesses impacted by drought
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced on Friday that small businesses and private nonprofit organizations can apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caus…
Gov. Laura Kelly signs bills altering defendant competency process, child health care program
Gov. Laura Kelly announces the signing of more than 50 bills approved by the 2026 Kansas Legislature.
UNC basketball reaches out to top Arkansas transfer
The UNC basketball program is pursuing Arkansas transfer Karter Knox.
ATU Hosts 2026 High School Business Challenge
Searcy High School student Duaa Choudhary earned the top prize in the 2026 Arkansas Tech University High School Business Challenge, which concluded with final presentations before a panel of judges on Thursday, April 9. Participants were asked to develop a business start-up or expansion idea. Choudhary earned first place and…
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Get over $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
How $2M has helped KC’s Black businesses grow: ‘Represents what is possible’
“We were doing pretty well,” one business owner said. “They just kind of added a little bit more gasoline to the fire.”
Kansas City health leaders announce new integrated theranostics research and treatment center
The center will unite diagnostics, molecular imaging, radiopharmaceutical production and targeted therapies under one coordinated platform.
Davids Hosts Tariff Discussion with Wyandotte County Small Business Owners
KANSAS CITY, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids hosted a discussion with Wyandotte County small business owners and economic development leaders to talk about the successes and challenges facing local businesses, including the impact of reckless tariffs.
Public Health Students Serve in Downtown Little Rock
Students in a community-based program design course at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) are learning about the value of strong relationships between researchers and community members. The class, which is in the UAMS Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, includes a semester-long service-learning project at the…
Age-Friendly Kansas: Three-Year Action Plan
Age-Friendly Kansas Three-Year Action Plan: Promoting connection, reducing isolation and integrating healthy aging across sectors through practical strategies developed with state and national partners.
Coach Brown to be Inducted into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame
Conway, Ark. — The Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame will induct its 68th class on Friday, April 10, at the Oaklawn Event Center Ballroom in Hot Springs. The class features 10 standout athletes and coaches, including Nathan Brown, head football coach at the University of Central Arkansas.
After 39 years on air, Melinda Mayo turns the mic down to put health first
For 39 years Melinda Mayo has been a trusted voice in Arkansas, but recently that voice began to change.Melinda says, "Almost like when you're coming down with
Kansas City youth sports complex proposal prioritizes local students
The City Council will vote Thursday on a resolution directing the city manager to identify property and financing for the facility.
Kansas Sports Hall of Fame announces record 2026 induction class
The Kansas Sports Hall of Fame will induct its largest class ever in 2026, honoring 32 individuals from across the state’s rich sports history.
Largest class in Kansas Sports Hall of Fame includes Besler, Illig and Moore
On Wednesday, the organization announced its 2026 class, which includes 32 individuals.
Kansas Sports Hall of Fame announces 32-member class of 2026
The 32 selections will be honored at one of three events this summer.
Cliff Illig and Matt Besler to be inducted in the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame
Sporting Club co-owner Cliff Illig and Sporting Legend Matt Besler will be inducted into the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame, the organization announced today. Illig and Besler will be honored on August 16 during an induction ceremony held in the Huhtamaki Shield Club at Sporting Park with Nate Bukaty scheduled
Want to win big in sports? Follow Normal West grad Glenn Kinley, TV’s good-luck charm
A 2017 Normal West High School graduate, Kinley has been around a lot of winning in his young career as a television sports director. While at KSNT in Topeka, Kansas, he covered a Kansas men’s basketball national championship and two Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl wins. Now this: Illinois’ run to the men’s basketball Final Four as sports director at WCIA in Champaign.
KU Well Represented in Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Kansas athletics and the University of Kansas are well represented as the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame (KSHOF) announced its 32 inductees for the class of 2026...
Week 11 and First Adjournment of the 2026 Session
This edition of Health at the Capitol reviews health policy issues considered by the Kansas Legislature the week of March 23 and actions taken by Gov. Kelly ahead of the veto session.
Three Shockers Selected for Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Wichita State will be well represented in the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Greg Brummett, Maurice Evans and Mike Kennedy will all be inducted into the Hall of Fame at a ceremony in July.
Roger Marshall visits Topeka to talk with NFIB, small business owners
Senator Roger Marshall met with Kansas small business owners to discuss health care costs, tax cuts and regulations.
Plastic bags infest the Kansas prairie, degrading and threatening our health. We can change course.
Every year, Americans use more than 100 billion plastic bags, and most are used for just 12 minutes. The problem? Those bags don’t disappear.
Kansas City explores possibility of building urban youth sports complex
Members of a city council committee directed the city manager’s office to study the possibility of developing an urban youth sports facility.
Kansas governor warns of Legislature’s ‘political games,’ ‘micro-managing’ in eight-bill veto spree
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly shot down legislation riddled with “bureaucratic red tape,” “political games” and “micro-managing” as part of her Monday veto spree.
D. Wayne Lukas, Louis Cella To Be Inducted Into Arkansas Sports Hall Of Fame
For decades, Oaklawn Park’s Arkansas Derby has served as one of Thoroughbred racing’s most important proving grounds, where champions sharpen their form before heading to Churchill Downs. Today, the Arkansas track hosts one of the richest racing meets in the country, drawing many of the sport’s ...
Where Kansas basketball ranks in final USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Kansas basketball’s season ended early on in the NCAA tournament, but what is its final ranking in the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll?
Computer Science Students Compete in Software Hackathon - University of the Ozarks
A group of University of the Ozarks computer science students took part this past weekend in HogHacks, a 24-hour collegiate hackathon held at the University of Arkansas. Hosted by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) at the U of A, the event is an overnight software engineering competition among area college students that takes place […]
Research retreat focuses on community health, maternal mental health
Researchers, healthcare providers, and community organizations gathered last week in Fayetteville for the inaugural Maternal and Reproductive Community Health, or MaRCH, Research Retreat. The event focused on collaboration and sharing research aimed at improving maternal health outcomes in Arkansas.
Sporting KC Weekly Schedule: April 6-12, 2026
Sporting Kansas City II News: The official source for all SKC II news, photos, videos, highlights, and more.
Chiefs make 'aggressive' 2026 scheduling request with NFL: Kansas City pushing hard to play in these two games
The Chiefs have circles two dates on the 2026 schedule that they definitely want to play in
UAMS Working with Schools in Carroll, Madison Counties to Develop Behavioral Health Outreach Programs
FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation will work with schools in Carroll and Madison counties to establish programs aimed at reducing behavioral risk factors for youth, while preparing students for career opportunities in community health. Through a $1.2 million Rural Communities…
KU researcher proposes strategies for political depolarization in, outside classroom
In two recent publications, a University of Kansas communication studies researcher prescribes constructive approaches to political polarization both in the classroom and in society more broadly.
What to know about the Kansas sports authority that will oversee the new Chiefs stadium
Kansas lawmakers have voted to create an 11-member sports authority to carry out a $3 billion stadium deal with the Kansas City Chiefs. Here's a guide to the sports authority's responsibilities, membership and more.
New Owner of Shopping Plaza in Kansas City Pitches a $1.5 Billion Rescue Plan
The Country Club Plaza’s sale and turnaround plans come at a consequential economic time for Kansas City, Mo., which will soon lose the Chiefs football team.
Union Station will host a World Cup marketplace for Kansas City's small businesses
Businesses and brand sponsors can apply now to take part in the activation, a short walk from where the FIFA Fan Festival is planned. “The marketplace will transform Union Station into a high-energy retail and cultural destination," organizers said.
Blue-green algae sparks public health advisory at three Kansas Lakes
There is a public health advisory in place for harmful algal blooms (HABs) at three lakes in Kansas.
University of Kansas Health System to discontinue pediatric intensive care services
The University of Kansas Health System will discontinue pediatric intensive care services due to low patient numbers and demand for beds by other populations.
Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: RB Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas
The Browns seem set at RB for the moment. But if Washington is there on Day 2, could he be in play?
Arkansas baseball rallies to even series at Auburn
The Razorbacks got a great pitching performance from Hunter Dietz and Ethan McElvain, and two big swings from Ryder Helfrick.
KU trade expert says 70% of regional businesses feel impact of higher tariffs, local flower shop is among them
A year after President Donald Trump's Liberation Day, which imposed tariffs on countries around the world, Kansas City flower shop Fiddly Fig is still navigating changing tariff rates.
Player Availability Report: #RSLvSKC
Player Availability Report is SportingKC.com’s look at the latest status updates around the team ahead of upcoming matches and is presented by Saint Luke’s. All details listed are from the league’s official Player Status Report that is submitted the day prior to the match. Sporting Kansas City is preparing to
Northeast Kansas City residents push back against state-run mental health facility planned at Belvedere Park
Kansas City, Missouri, has announced plans to open a state-run mental health facility at Belvedere Park, and community members are saying it is not exactly the dream they were sold.
Chiefs’ offseason workout dates announced
Kansas City’s offseason training program consists of three phases.
What to know about the Kansas sports authority that will oversee the new Chiefs stadium
The 11-member group will oversee one of the largest economic development projects in the state’s history. We put together a guide to the sports authority's responsibilities, membership and more.
Royals’ Carter Jensen scratched from game after oversleeping
We've all heard about rookie mistakes, and Kansas City Royals rookie Carter Jensen certainly made one today.
Sporting Kansas City mutually agrees to part ways with Sporting Director Mike Burns
Sporting Kansas City announced today that the club has mutually agreed to part ways with Sporting Director Mike Burns. Burns joined Sporting Kansas City’s technical staff in June 2024 and previously played for the club during the 2001 and 2002 Major League Soccer seasons. Sporting Kansas City’s technical staff continues
Sporting KC to play Colorado Springs Switchbacks in U.S. Open Cup Round of 32
Sporting Kansas City will begin the club’s participation in the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in the Round of 32 on the road at USL Championship opponents Colorado Springs Switchbacks on Tuesday, April 14. U.S. Soccer conducted the U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 and Round of 16 draw
College basketball All-Americans unveiled; Bill Self returning to Kansas; World Cup schedule, predictions
Plus significant movement in this week's NHL Power Rankings
The Daily Mauling: 4/2/26
Kansas Jayhawks News (Bill Self news) The KC Star dives into what likely led to Bill Self’s return Yahoo Sports claims that Self’s return instantly makes Kansas a title contender next year The Star also looks into the to-do list for Self now that he’s announced his return Links! NASA’s manned mission to the moon […]
No running water, 5 dead mice: Latest Kansas City-area restaurant inspections
A food truck, Jamaican restaurant and grocery store had some of the most health code violations in the metro recently.
Iran war impacts small business owners with higher costs and shipping woes
The Iran war is making life more difficult for small business owners across the country. A shoe designer is struggling to import its shoes from Vietnam; a pistachio grower has millions of dollars worth of pistachio exports sitting in the water; a home landscaper in Kansas City is stockpiling fertili
Sen. Marshall meets Kansas small business owners on key issues
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Small business owners from across Kansas met April 1, with Senator Roger Marshall and the National Federation of Independent Business to discuss the issues they say are puttin…
Sen. Marshall meets Kansas small business owners on key issues
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Small business owners from across Kansas met April 1, with Senator Roger Marshall and the National Federation of Independent Business to discuss the issues they say are putting the mos...
Bill Self announces return to Kansas for 24th season
One of the most renowned coaches in MBB announced that he'll return for his 24th season at the helm of his program for the 2026-27 season.
Kansas business owners voice concerns over insurance costs at senator’s roundtable
Sen. Roger Marshall met with a group of Kansas small business owners Wednesday.
Rock Island Bridge open as first of its kind entertainment area
Kansas City might have one of the more unique entertainment venues in the country.
Baptist Health closing labor and delivery unit at Fort Smith hospital
The April 28 closure costs 40 jobs, and Baptist Health is working on “a safe and coordinated transition so that no patient experiences a gap in care,” a spokesperson said.
ENTERTAINMENT: Hot Springs festival celebrates cherry blossoms
Samurai sword demonstrations by Yoshi Amao, whose presentations combine history, discipline and storytelling; drumming by Dallas Kiyari Daiko; and performances and demonstrations highlighting martial arts, traditional music and cultural storytelling are part of the Hot Springs National Park Sister City Foundation’s Arkansas Cherry Blossom Festival.
2025-26 CBS Sports All-America teams: College basketball's best and most talented players
Duke's Cameron Boozer, Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg, BYU's AJ Dybantsa and Arkansas' Darius Acuff Jr. were unanimous first-team selections
Mad Science: Easter Experiments
Mad Science of Greater Kansas City's Radiant Randy joins Shane and Kerrigan to share the science behind Easter egg dyeing!
Mad Science: Easter Experiments
Mad Science of Greater Kansas City's Radiant Randy joins Shane and Kerrigan to share the science behind Easter egg dyeing!
Davids Visits Community Health Center, Highlights Medicaid Cuts’ Impact on Kansas Health Care Access
OTTAWA, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited Heartland Community Health Center’s Healthy Futures mobile dental program at Ottawa High School, which provides dental exams and cleanings to local students.
Kansas creates new sports authority to oversee multibillion dollar stadium deal for Chiefs
The agreement between the Kansas City Chiefs and the state of Kansas to build a new $3 billion domed football stadium, headquarters, training facility and entertainment district could be the largest stadium deal in American history, and most Kansas lawmakers agreed last week to establish a sports authority board to oversee the project.
Kansas Union renovation resumes after safety halt, fueling business slump
The renovation of the Kansas Memorial Union has rerouted traffic, cut coffee sales drastically and triggered a brief fire code shutdown
Retail business accelerator launches
The Ozark Retail Accelerator, aimed at helping Arkansas brands break into major retail chains, launched its inaugural cohort of 12 companies yesterday.
Julian Edelman reacts to Patriots reclaiming AFC supremacy over Chiefs
During his interview with @EdEastonJr, Julian Edelman reacted to the New England Patriots reclaiming AFC supremacy over the Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas governor vetoes tax breaks for health care sharing ministries
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed a bill giving tax breaks to health care sharing ministries, citing fraud risk and lack of regulation.
Historic Rock Island Bridge opens in Kansas City as new entertainment option
Historic Rock Island Bridge opens in Kansas City as new entertainment option
Historic Rock Island Bridge opens in Kansas City as new entertainment district over Kansas River.
After almost a decade of planning and work, the Rock Island Bridge opens to the public at 11 a.m. Wednesday, transforming a 1905 railroad bridge into an entertainment district over the Kansas River.
Freshmen highlight near-comeback for Mizzou baseball in Border War
In front of a record-breaking sell-out crowd, the Tigers gave up a late lead in loss to Kansas. Mizzou had an eight-run fourth, but didn't score runs outside of that
Smithville community rallies behind local businesses destroyed by strip mall fire
“Everybody is reaching out, businesses, individuals, customers, you know, everybody,” one business owner said.
Missouri attorney general files suit against Kansas City business over 7-OH sales
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is taking action against businesses that sell and manufacture 7-OH, which she called a "deadly opioid."