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A hand with manicured nails holds a KC Hot Dog King hot dog slathered with toppings and ketchup in paper.

Culture

Take a bite out of this KC-style hot dog

Chicago’s got one, and even Seattle has its own signature recipe, so we’re planting our flag on the hot dog map.

May 23, 2025

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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto

Culture

Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped

Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at malls of Kansas City’s past — plus hope for the future.

May 21, 2025

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Brianna Williams

Events

Lights, camera, action: Where to watch outdoor movies in Kansas City

Watching a movie under the stars is a quintessential part of the summer experience in the Heartland. From drive-ins to beer and a movie, punch your ticket to one of these local screenings.

May 20, 2025

City

10+ free activities that are worth a try in Kansas City

No cash? No problem. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in Kansas City, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.

May 20, 2025

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Mitch Hooper

A rendering of the Grand Boulevard Bike/Pedestrian Bridge, as seen facing northeast with a completed streetcar and pedestrian bridge included.

Airports and Transportation

City kicks off Grand Boulevard Bike/Pedestrian Bridge project

Today marks the first day of construction for the soon-to-be bridge further linking the long-disconnected riverfront to downtown.

May 16, 2025

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Madison McMillen

Photos from left: A shot of Patrick Mahomes' arms holding a golf club as a golf ball soars into a points ring on a pond; Patrick Mahomes grills meat in and smiles, looking off to the side; Patrick Mahomes tosses a ping-pong ball underhand into a fully stacked beer pong set-up.

Sports

Mahomes’ Sunday Funday: Snag a chance to compete with KC’s QB1

The GOAT is trading touchdowns for tire drills in this free, one-day backyard bash — and you’re invited.

May 14, 2025

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Madison McMillen

City

How to keep your neighborhood transit stops clean

Graffiti, overflowing trash, broken benches — keeping bus stops and other transit areas in good condition requires pride in place + knowing who to call.

May 13, 2025

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Madison McMillen