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thesouthafrican.comsports3 hrs ago
Chiefs Coach Declines to Confirm Wedding Invitation
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid declined to confirm or deny an invitation to the wedding of tight end Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift during a Thursday news conference. Reid said Kelce has remained focused on offseason training.
ESPNsports3 hrs agoUpdated
Argentina Meets Algeria in Kansas City as 2026 World Cup Group J Opens
Argentina meets Algeria on Tuesday at 8 p.m. local time in Kansas City Stadium in the opening match of Group J. The top two teams from the group advance along with the eight best third-placed sides from the 12 groups.
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foxnews.comsports18 hrs ago
Washington Wizards Hold Top Pick as Darryn Peterson Limits Visits to One Team
Kansas guard Darryn Peterson visited only the Washington Wizards ahead of the June 23-24 draft. BYU forward AJ Dybantsa met with both the Wizards and the Utah Jazz.
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nypost.comsports20 hrs ago
Royals First Baseman Vinnie Pasquantino Has Hand Surgery
Kansas City recalled outfielder John Rave and shifted Jac Caglianone to first base after the 28-year-old underwent surgery Sunday.
pbs.orgworld1 day ago
Skydiving Plane Crash Kills 12 Near Kansas City
Twelve people died when a skydiving plane crashed about 60 miles south of Kansas City, Missouri. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause.
ESPNsports2 days agoUpdated
Two Texas Men Charged with Receiving Stolen England Soccer Gear That Was Later Recovered
Mustafa Salik and Erfan Kamal face felony counts of receiving stolen property valued at $18,000. The equipment was recovered before England's first training session in Kansas City.
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ESPNsports2 days ago
Royals Left-hander Cole Ragans Has Setback in Elbow Rehab
Kansas City Royals left-hander Cole Ragans experienced a setback during injury rehab and will undergo further testing, the team said Saturday.
The Bbcsports2 days agoUpdated
Tornado Strikes Kansas City Hours After England Arrives for World Cup
A tornado touched down in Kansas City shortly after the England national team arrived at its World Cup base. The squad had completed two friendly matches in Florida before relocating.
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New York Postsports2 days ago
Royals' Caglianone Hits Two-Run Homer vs Rangers After Struggles in First MLB Season
Kansas City outfielder Jac Caglianone connected for a two-run home run in the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers at Kauffman Stadium on June 9, 2026.
abcnews.go.comworld2 days ago
Storms and Heat Advisories Posted for Parts of Central U.S. and Both Coasts
A level-3 enhanced risk covers parts of Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri on June 13. More than 50 million people face a level-2 slight risk on the East Coast Sunday.
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yardbarker.comsports2 days ago
Yordan Alvarez hits grand slam and two-run homer in first inning
Yordan Alvarez drove in six runs with two home runs during a nine-run first inning as the Houston Astros defeated the Kansas City Royals 10-8 on Friday night. Alvarez finished 3-for-5 and tied the major-league lead with 24 home runs.
New York Postsports2 days ago
Restaurants in World Cup Host Cities Add 20% Automatic Gratuities
Some restaurants in Kansas City, Atlanta, and Philadelphia are adding automatic 20% gratuities this weekend. Operators cite concerns about international visitors unfamiliar with U.S. tipping norms.
Fox Newssports2 days ago
Kenneth Walker skips Seahawks ring ceremony after signing with Chiefs
Kenneth Walker, the Super Bowl LX MVP, did not attend the Seattle Seahawks' ring ceremony on Thursday. He signed a three-year, $45 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs a month after the Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29-13.
The Independentsports3 days ago
Kansas City Hosts England, Argentina, Netherlands and Algeria for World Cup
England and Argentina will base their teams in Kansas City for the 48-team tournament. The city is also hosting the Netherlands and Algeria after Chicago withdrew its host bid.
Usa Todaysports4 days ago
Andy Reid Declines to Confirm Invitation to Kelce-Swift Wedding
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid avoided questions about attending Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's wedding during a June 11 news conference. Kelce participated in the team's mandatory minicamp that week.
ESPNsports4 days ago
Falcons Acquire Tackle Morris From Chiefs for 2027 Sixth-Round Pick
Atlanta sent a 2027 sixth-round pick to Kansas City for Morris and a 2027 seventh-round selection. The 25-year-old has started 16 games over three seasons with the Chiefs.
washingtonpost.comsports5 days ago
Argentine Fans Bike 11,000 Miles to Kansas City Without Tickets for World Cup Opener
Three Argentine men cycled across two continents to reach Kansas City for their national team's first World Cup match, arriving without tickets.
sportsnet.casports6 days ago
Royals Activate Witt, Perez, and Caglianone From Injury Issues vs. Rangers
Bobby Witt Jr., Salvador Perez and Jac Caglianone rejoined the Kansas City Royals for Tuesday's series opener against the Texas Rangers after missing time with injuries.
winnipegfreepress.comsports7 days ago
Chiefs Sign Cornerback L'Jarius Sneed to One-Year Deal
The Kansas City Chiefs are signing cornerback L'Jarius Sneed to a one-year contract worth up to $5 million. The move reunites Sneed with the team that drafted him in 2020 after he spent two seasons with the Tennessee Titans.
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Benzingafinance7 days ago
PepsiCo Operates 41 Driverless Trucks on U.S. Roads
PepsiCo runs 41 fully autonomous box trucks across Arizona, Texas and Arkansas. The vehicles have carried Doritos, Cheetos and Gatorade since June 2025 with no reported accidents.
yardbarker.comsports7 days ago
Chiefs Re-Sign Cornerback L'Jarius Sneed to One-Year Deal Worth Up to $5M After Two Injury-Marred Seasons in Tennessee
The Kansas City Chiefs signed cornerback L'Jarius Sneed on June 8, 2026. The move comes after the team missed the playoffs for the first time since 2014.
mlbtraderumors.comsports7 days ago
Royals Beat Twins 6-5 as Bobby Witt Jr. Exits With Right Knee Soreness
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. left Sunday's 6-5 win over the Minnesota Twins in the seventh inning with right knee soreness. The two-time All-Star went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts before departing.
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Three Men Arrested on Charges They Plotted to Attack U.S. Special Forces for ISIS
Federal prosecutors charged three men with paying an undercover contact $2,000 for rocket-propelled grenades and drones to target American troops. The arrests occurred Friday in California and Kansas.
The Independentsports9 days ago
England to Face New Zealand in Tampa World Cup Warm-Up Match
England plays New Zealand at 9pm BST on 6 June at Raymond James Stadium. The match is the first of two warm-ups before the team moves to its Kansas base.
Forbessports10 days ago
2026 NFL Season Begins as Teams Start Organized Team Activities
The 2026 NFL season opened with the release of the schedule and the start of organized team activities. Several teams, including the Los Angeles Rams, Cincinnati Bengals, and Kansas City Chiefs, are preparing for the upcoming campaign.
The Guardianpolitics11 days ago
Republican governors designate June as nuclear family month or fidelity month
Governors in Indiana, Tennessee, Alabama, Utah and Arkansas have issued proclamations renaming June to emphasize traditional family structures. The measures coincide with annual Pride month observances. Several governors have not responded to questions about the timing of the pro…
Al Jazeerasports13 days ago
Messi Joins Argentina World Cup Camp in Kansas City, Expected to Be Ready for Opener
Lionel Messi worked on specific exercises during Argentina’s first pretournament session while recovering from left hamstring fatigue. The defending champions open against Algeria on June 16.
CBS Sportssports14 days ago
Arizona and Arkansas schedule multi-year basketball series
Arizona and Arkansas have agreed to a series that begins with a neutral-site game next season and continues with home-and-home contests in 2027 and 2028. The matchup follows their March 2026 NCAA Tournament meeting.
Usa Todaysports14 days ago
Oklahoma Walks Off No. 2 Georgia Tech 8-7 in 10 Innings to Advance to Super Regionals
Dayton Tockey hit a walk-off solo home run in the bottom of the 10th inning to give Oklahoma an 8-7 victory over Georgia Tech in the Atlanta Regional. The win sends the Sooners to the Lawrence Super Regional against No. 15 Kansas.
Abc Newssports14 days ago
Six States Temporarily Extend Bar Hours for World Cup Matches
Kansas, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Washington approved extended alcohol sales hours during the World Cup. Similar measures are under review in New York and Massachusetts.
world15 days ago
Arkansas Governor Issues Proclamation Declaring June 2026 Fidelity Month
The governor of Arkansas issued a proclamation on May 27 designating June 2026 as Fidelity Month. The document cites references to faith and virtue in founding texts and encourages residents to reflect on those values.
winnipegfreepress.comsports16 days ago
Portland Thorns Draw 2-2 With Utah Royals on Late Penalty Kick
Sophia Wilson scored in stoppage time to secure a 2-2 draw for the Portland Thorns against the Utah Royals. Other NWSL matches saw the Washington Spirit defeat the Seattle Reign 2-1 and the Kansas City Current defeat the Boston Legacy 1-0.
mlbtraderumors.comsports16 days ago
Rangers Rally Past Royals 7-6
Kansas City fell to Texas 7-6 on May 30 after closer Lucas Erceg allowed three runs without recording an out. The loss marked the Royals' fifth straight defeat.
yardbarker.comsports16 days ago
AFC West win total projections released for 2026 season
A preview published on yardbarker.com outlines projected win ranges for the Las Vegas Raiders, Kansas City Chiefs, and Los Angeles Chargers based on their 2026 schedules. The analysis includes floor and ceiling estimates for each team.
thecomeback.comsports17 days ago
UCLA Defeats Arkansas 11-0 in WCWS Elimination Game as Megan Grant Breaks Career Home Run Record
UCLA scored nine runs in the second inning, including three home runs, to defeat Arkansas 11-0 in a run-rule elimination game at the Women's College World Series on May 30, 2026.
247wallst.compolitics17 days ago
LV Petroleum Holds A&W Opening in Kansas and Radio Event in Las Vegas
LV Petroleum LLC opened an A&W restaurant in Wellsville, Kansas, on May 21 and hosted a live broadcast at its Rally's location in Las Vegas later in May. The company operates travel centers, convenience stores, and quick-service restaurants across the United States.
thestreet.comfinance17 days ago
Kansas City Fed President Says Oil Price Shock Is Not Transitory
Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City President Jeffrey Schmid stated that elevated baseline inflation makes it difficult for the central bank to look through surging oil prices. He spoke at a conference in Iceland on May 29, 2026.
yardbarker.comsports18 days ago
Chiefs Quarterback Practices at OTA While Recovering from Knee Surgery
The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback participated in voluntary on-field workouts for the third consecutive day. He wore a compression sleeve and brace on his left leg during drills.
ESPNsports18 days ago
Nebraska Defeats Arkansas 5-3 in 10 Innings at Women's College World Series
Nebraska defeated Arkansas 5-3 in 10 innings on Thursday night in the opening round of the Women's College World Series. Ava Kuszak hit a walk-off home run and Jordy Frahm pitched 10 innings for the Cornhuskers.
citizen.co.zasports18 days ago
Chiefs Coach Says Receiver Rashee Rice Will Miss OTAs Due to Jail Sentence
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is serving a 30-day jail term after violating probation terms. Coach Andy Reid stated the team will work to reintegrate Rice once released.
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nypost.comworld18 days ago
Kansas City Chiefs Player Ashton Gillotte Marries Indy Ignite Player Cara Cresse
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Ashton Gillotte and Indy Ignite player Cara Cresse married in an intimate ceremony on May 23, 2026. The couple announced the wedding on Instagram and said they plan a larger celebration next May.
ESPNsports20 days agoUpdated
Chiefs Tight End Travis Kelce Buys Minority Stake in Cleveland Guardians
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is purchasing a minority ownership stake in the Cleveland Guardians, the team he grew up watching. The 36-year-old athlete told ESPN on Wednesday that the investment reconnects him with baseball and the city where he was raised.
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Propublicaworld21 days ago
Arkansas Woman Describes Miscarriage Care Under State Abortion Ban
Emily Waldorf, 17 weeks pregnant, was admitted to Washington Regional Hospital in Fayetteville on Sept. 16, 2024, after her cervix dilated and the amniotic sac began to protrude. Doctors said state law prevented them from emptying the uterus while a fetal heartbeat remained detec…
nbcnews.comworld21 days ago
Schools Restrict Caffeine Pouches Over Similarity to Nicotine Products
Caffeine pouches containing 50-200 mg of caffeine are appearing in schools. Districts in Michigan and Kansas have banned the products, citing resemblance to nicotine pouches already prohibited on campuses.
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forbes.combusiness22 days ago
Kansas Dealership Holds Ford Truck After Finding Protected Bird Nest
Workers at a Ford dealership in Olathe, Kansas, discovered a nest containing newborn robins on a tire of a new truck. Federal law protects the nest, preventing the vehicle from being moved or sold.
nypost.comworld22 days ago
Navy to Bury Identified Pearl Harbor Sailor With Honors on May 30
The remains of 17-year-old Fireman 3rd Class Royle Luker, killed aboard the USS West Virginia during the December 7, 1941 attack, will receive full military honors at a May 30 burial in Plainview, Arkansas. The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency confirmed his identity in 2024 afte…
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Forbessports22 days ago
Yankees Manager Discusses Rest Day for Aaron Judge
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he may give Aaron Judge an off day during next week's series in Kansas City. Judge is hitless in his last game and has gone 11 games without an RBI, a career low.
Usa Todaysports22 days ago
SEC Baseball Championship Game Delayed by Weather in Alabama
The 2026 SEC Baseball Tournament final between Arkansas and Georgia was postponed by rain at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. The game had been scheduled for a 2 p.m. ET first pitch.
Fox Newspolitics24 days ago
Republican Groups Reserve $11 Million for Attorney General Ads in Five States
Republican attorneys general organizations have placed $11 million in television advertising reservations for attorney general races in Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Georgia and Kansas. The purchases target the November 2026 elections and focus on public safety and immigration…
Nbc Newsworld24 days ago
Lawsuit Alleges Arkansas Church Leaders Ignored Reports About Pastor Tony Waller
Six women filed a civil complaint in Craighead County Circuit Court alleging that Refuge Church and Assemblies of God officials dismissed earlier warnings about Tony Waller. The suit claims the warnings began in 2000 and continued until Waller’s 2015 arrest.
Nbc Newsworld24 days ago
Lawsuit Alleges Arkansas Church Leaders Ignored Reports of Pastor’s Abuse for Years
Six women filed a civil complaint this week in Craighead County Circuit Court alleging that Refuge Church and Assemblies of God leaders dismissed repeated warnings about children’s pastor Tony Waller. The suit claims the inaction allowed abuse and secret filming to continue for m…
Forbesfinance25 days ago
Arkansas Gymnast Announces Transfer to University of Georgia
A University of Arkansas gymnast announced her transfer to the University of Georgia on Thursday. The move reunites her with former coaches at the program.
rte.ieworld25 days ago
Federal Lawsuit Alleges Discrimination by Arkansas Land Group
A real estate broker filed a federal discrimination lawsuit against Return to the Land, claiming the group rejected her application to buy property in rural Arkansas because of her Jewish ancestry, Black husband, and biracial children. The complaint states the organization seeks…
pagesix.comworld27 days ago
Voice Actor Tom Kane Dies at 64 After Stroke Complications
Tom Kane, known for Star Wars roles and Professor Utonium on The Powerpuff Girls, died Monday in Kansas City. He was 64 and had suffered a stroke in 2020.
app.buzzsumo.comworld28 days ago
Voice Actor Tom Kane Dies at Age 64
Tom Kane, known for voicing Yoda in Star Wars and characters in The Powerpuff Girls, died Monday in Kansas City, Missouri. His representative said he was surrounded by family at the time of his death.
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Washington Examinerpolitics28 days ago
Vice President Vance to Address Manufacturing in Kansas City
Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to speak in Kansas City, Missouri, at 2 p.m. ET on Monday. The remarks are expected to focus on the Trump administration's support for American manufacturing.
New York Postpolitics28 days ago
Severe Thunderstorms and Tornado Risk Issued for Central Plains and Midwest
The National Weather Service issued a Level 4 out of 5 risk of severe thunderstorms for parts of Kansas and southeastern Nebraska. Violent EF-3+ tornadoes are the main threat across a corridor affecting more than 80 million people.
nypost.comworld30 days ago
Pizza Hut Franchise Operator Restores Retro Design at Over 80 Locations
A Kansas-based operator of nearly 100 Pizza Hut restaurants is restoring red checkered tablecloths, vinyl booths, and other original features at more than 80 sites. The changes revive elements such as the salad bar, red plastic cups, and Pac-Man machines.
foxnews.comworld31 days ago
American Eagle Flight Makes Safe Emergency Landing in Kansas City After Smoke Reported in Cabin
A regional jet carrying 76 passengers including Congressman Tracey Mann diverted to an emergency landing on May 15 after smoke filled the cabin moments before touchdown. The PSA Airlines-operated CRJ-900 evacuated everyone onto the taxiway while other aircraft circled the airport…
espn.comworld33 days ago
Todd Boehly and Associates Donated Over $300,000 to Kansas Insurance Commissioner’s Campaign
Todd Boehly and dozens of his associates contributed more than $300,000 to the Kansas insurance commissioner’s gubernatorial campaign. The donations occurred weeks before the commissioner’s office helped one of Boehly’s companies secure a delay in new capital rules. The sequence…