This article initially appeared in a print edition of the Hilltop Monitor published Oct. 6, 2025. America is currently experiencing an unprecedented wave of mid-decade…
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The State of Kansas City Sports
Photo by Briana Tozour via Uplash. If you’re looking for a good sports city and atmosphere, Kansas City is your place to be. It’s host…
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William Jewell College declares financial exigency
On Dec. 5, 2024, the administration of William Jewell College sent a letter to Jewell students informing the Cardinal community that the College would be…
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Record-breaking roller coaster “Falcon’s Flight” sparks questions of consumer responsibility and ethical consideration for thrill seekers across the U.S. after Six Flags partners with the Saudi Arabian government
Photo by Drew Hastings via Uplash. “Falcon’s Flight,” a product of the Liechtensteiner manufacturer Intamin, has been advertised as the longest, fastest, and tallest roller…
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Missouri: What’s on Your Ballot?
On Nov. 8, Missourians will take to the ballot boxes to cast their votes in the general election. A number of state and federal officials…
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5 Things to Say While Watching Sports When You Don’t Know Anything About Sports
Were you invited to a Super Bowl party but don’t know who’s playing? Maybe your best friend is a huge fan of the Baltimore… Bills?…
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Wave of anti-LGBT+ legislation continues as Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey places new restrictions on patients of any age seeking gender-affirming care via emergency rule
UPDATE – May 1st, 2023, St. Louis County Circuit Judge Ellen Ribaudo granted a 14-day temporary restraining order blocking Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s emergency rule…
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Missouri begins recreational cannabis sales
On Feb. 3, recreational cannabis became available for purchase across Missouri following its legalization in December 2022. In a roll-out process occurring three days earlier…
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Woman not charged in Independence, MO shooting of off-duty firefighter, citing ‘Stand Your Ground’ laws
On Oct. 6, an off-duty Kansas City firefighter was shot and killed at an Independence gas station following an altercation inside the store. Witness reports…
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