Missouri
After weeks of declining numbers of COVID-19 deaths, the nation saw a spike this week, reaching 993 on Tuesday before receding a bit to 890 on Wednesday. That extended to 29 the string of days below 1,000 new daily deaths.…
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The Trump administration has formally notified the United Nations of its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, according to the Associated Press. Although the pullout won’t take effect until next year, it could be rescinded under a new administration or…
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An national hospital ranking index released Tuesday by the Lown Institute measured hospitals across the U.S., recognizing six Kansas City-area facilities for their work. The index scored from three categories, seven sub-components and 42 detailed metrics to provide a unique…
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In June, Missouri received a shipment of 60,000 nitrile and latex gloves from its sister state of Jeollanamdo Province, Republic of Korea to assist in the response to COVID-19, according to a news release from the Missouri Department of Economic…
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Come fall, families with students in the Blue Springs School District have the option of returning to in-person classes for the semester or can opt out and enroll their children in BSSD Distance Learning, according to a Tuesday email from…
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As work continues along Troost Avenue, three historic buildings being renovated - Michelson, Shankman and Tycor - will be restored as office and retail space and a proposed museum of regional Native American culture, according to CityScene KC. Called the…
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On July 1, Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed a bill as part of a business-backed effort to control the number of lawsuits against businesses in the state. This new law concerns lawsuits seeking money for injuries or other harm caused…
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The completion of its newest facility in Olathe has allowed StorageMart to add 784 climate-controlled storage units in the area. This follows the acquisition of Go Storage on 8th Street in Downtown Kansas City in April, where the company added 310 units of storage…
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Confirmed on Monday, Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes has agreed and signed a new contract with the Kansas City Chiefs on what is reportedly the largest contract for an athlete in the history of sports, reports ESPN. The deal extends…
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On Monday Missouri Gov. Mike Parson announced he is signing a bill that will up the penalties for violent crime. The bill makes a handful of changes to the state’s criminal law, including no probation for certain violent offenses, adding…
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