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The Buzz

The latest political rumblings from KC to DC.

The latest political rumblings from KC to DC.

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Endorsement roundup: Leading black political group backs Lucas in KC mayor’s race

Kansas City’s premier black political group, Freedom, Inc., has endorsed Councilman Quinton Lucas in the mayor’s race. Forward Kansas City, a Northland group, endorsed Steve Miller over Councilman Scott Wagner.

February 15, 2019 05:48 PM

Hawley fights subpoena: ‘The judicial process does not exist to harass public servants’

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Hawley fights subpoena: ‘The judicial process does not exist to harass public servants’

February 15, 2019 09:35 AM

Should KC reduce tax incentives for developers? Voters can weigh in this summer

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Should KC reduce tax incentives for developers? Voters can weigh in this summer

February 14, 2019 06:26 PM

‘This is a stupid way to do business,’ Josh Hawley attacks Blunt-backed border bill

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‘This is a stupid way to do business,’ Josh Hawley attacks Blunt-backed border bill

February 14, 2019 06:05 PM

Kansas Democrat Barry Grissom, inching toward Senate run, meets with Chuck Schumer

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Kansas Democrat Barry Grissom, inching toward Senate run, meets with Chuck Schumer

February 14, 2019 01:56 PM

‘Most mergers do not create jobs.’ Sprint, T-Mobile tell Congress theirs is different

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‘Most mergers do not create jobs.’ Sprint, T-Mobile tell Congress theirs is different

February 13, 2019 01:52 PM

Critics ask ‘what would be left?’ under Senate version of open records bill

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Critics ask ‘what would be left?’ under Senate version of open records bill

February 12, 2019 01:08 PM

Virginia is on his mind, but Sen. Tim Kaine comes to KC to stump for Steve Miller

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Virginia is on his mind, but Sen. Tim Kaine comes to KC to stump for Steve Miller

February 08, 2019 06:33 PM

Former State Rep. Melissa Rooker named executive director of Kansas Children’s Cabinet

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Former State Rep. Melissa Rooker named executive director of Kansas Children’s Cabinet

February 07, 2019 04:51 PM

Sharice Davids agrees to co-sponsor green card bill championed by Kevin Yoder

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Sharice Davids agrees to co-sponsor green card bill championed by Kevin Yoder

February 08, 2019 12:27 PM

KC Council extends fair housing protections to sexual, domestic violence survivors

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KC Council extends fair housing protections to sexual, domestic violence survivors

February 07, 2019 05:37 PM

With White House awash in vacancies, Blunt moves to cut debate time on Trump nominees

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With White House awash in vacancies, Blunt moves to cut debate time on Trump nominees

February 06, 2019 04:42 PM

Pompeo talks trade — not 2020 Senate run — at Missouri-Kansas Forum breakfast

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Pompeo talks trade — not 2020 Senate run — at Missouri-Kansas Forum breakfast

February 05, 2019 11:26 AM

Fearing tax surprise, Missouri speaker creates oversight panel on revenue issues

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Fearing tax surprise, Missouri speaker creates oversight panel on revenue issues

February 05, 2019 06:00 PM

Here’s who Kansas, Missouri lawmakers are bringing to Trump’s State of the Union

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Here’s who Kansas, Missouri lawmakers are bringing to Trump’s State of the Union

February 05, 2019 10:52 AM

Missouri Democrat’s new role gives him power to push for stronger sanctions on Russia

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Missouri Democrat’s new role gives him power to push for stronger sanctions on Russia

January 31, 2019 11:16 AM

Buzz notes: Mayoral candidates want more accessible KC but disagree on how to get there

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Buzz notes: Mayoral candidates want more accessible KC but disagree on how to get there

January 29, 2019 01:56 PM

Former vice presidential nominee expected to appear in KC with mayoral candidate

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Former vice presidential nominee expected to appear in KC with mayoral candidate

January 28, 2019 02:38 PM

Kansas Senate President Wagle names herself chair of new tax committee she created

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Kansas Senate President Wagle names herself chair of new tax committee she created

January 23, 2019 04:31 PM

Lawmaker wants Chiefs to be Missouri’s official pro football team—even if it’s only one

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Lawmaker wants Chiefs to be Missouri’s official pro football team—even if it’s only one

January 22, 2019 04:55 PM

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