Kansas City continues to capture national attention for its achievements in sports, education, events, and cuisine. GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium stands out as both the top NFL stadium and for its food, and Kauffman Stadium also ranks in the top 10 for best MLB venues and stadium food, thanks to offerings like the Z-Man sandwich from Joe's Kansas City.
The city’s vibrant event scene includes a St. Patrick’s Day parade ranked among the top holiday parades in the U.S. Kansas City’s growing reputation as a travel destination is seen through its place on the BBC’s 25 best places to visit in 2025 and highlights such as the upcoming Museum of Barbecue. Local schools like Académie Lafayette and Crossroads Academy also show strong academic performance, reflecting pride in the city's educational strides.
Fresno Unified social studies teacher Derek Boucher casts doubt on the current push to use “scientific” principles in reading instruction.
NO. 1: KC’S TOP 6 ELEMENTARY CHARTER SCHOOLS IN 2024. IS YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL ON THE LIST?
The school ranking site Niche used student reviews, test scores and other factors to rate the top elementary charter schools in the Kansas City area for 2024. See which ones made the list. | Published April 3, 2024 | Read Full Story by Eleanor Nash
Jesus and Jennifer Clavo enjoy the warm Christmas Eve weather with their daughter, Camila, beneath a shuttlecock sculpture outside the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art on Friday. The couple said they wanted to take advantage of the record warm weather. They don’t miss the snow. By Emily Curiel
NO. 2: WHY SHOULD PEOPLE VISIT KANSAS CITY? NATIONAL TRAVEL SITE GIVES THESE 14 REASONS
Kansas City has been getting a lot of love as a travel destination this year. | Published May 31, 2024 | Read Full Story by Eleanor Nash
An aerial view of Arrowhead Stadium (bottom) and Kauffman Stadium at the Truman Sports Complex in Kansas City, Mo., on April 26, 2023. By Kirby Lee
NO. 3: KANSAS CITY’S ARROWHEAD IS NO. 1 NFL STADIUM IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE, NATIONAL RANKINGS SAY
A panel of experts and fan voters named the home of the Kansas City Chiefs the best NFL stadium in two key categories. | Published October 9, 2024 | Read Full Story by Joseph Hernandez
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, left, confers with coach Andy Reid before the start of Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas. By Tammy Ljungblad
NO. 4: NFL RELEASES TV RATINGS FOR 2024 SEASON AND CHIEFS GAMES DOMINATE VIEWERSHIP
America’s Team resides in Kansas City as the Chiefs continue to be the most-watched NFL team. | Published November 20, 2024 | Read Full Story by Pete Grathoff
The third version of the Kansas City Current wrapped streetcar rolled into the Union Station stop Friday for its unveiling ceremony. By Roy Inman
NO. 5: KANSAS CITY MAKES INTERNATIONAL LIST OF TOP 25 PLACES TO TRAVEL IN 2025. FIND OUT WHY
Other destinations on the list include Panama, Jordan and Uzbekistan. | Published January 17, 2025 | Read Full Story by Eleanor Nash
The annual APSE awards recognize the nation’s best work in sports journalism.
NO. 6: KANSAS CITY STAR EARNS MULTIPLE APSE TOP 10 HONORS FOR ITS COVERAGE OF KC SPORTS
The annual APSE awards are sports journalism’s version of the Emmys. | Published March 2, 2025 | Read Full Story
Members of the O’Sullivan clan dance down Broadway Boulevard during the annual Kansas City St. Patrick’s Day parade on Monday, March 17, 2025. The theme for this year’s parade was Irish Wit & Wisdom. Thousands lined the parade route which started at West 33rd Street on Broadway Boulevard and ended in Westport at West 43rd Street. By Dominick Williams
NO. 7: FAIRIES, MARCHING BANDS AND KILTS: INSIDE KANSAS CITY’S HUGE ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
Kansas City’s parade turned Broadway Boulevard into a runway for cars and civilians frolicking the mile-long route. | Published March 17, 2025 | Read Full Story by Joseph Hernandez
Kansas City Royals grounds crew workers tend to the field at Kauffman Stadium on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Crews worked throughout the day to prepare for Opening Day for the Kansas City Royals. By Dominick Williams
NO. 8: USA TODAY RANKS MLB STADIUMS IN TWO CATEGORIES. WHERE DID THE ROYALS STADIUM LAND?
USA Today asked an expert panel to nominate their top picks and readers voted to determine the winners in two categories: best MLB stadium and best baseball stadium food. | Published March 31, 2025 | Read Full Story by Joseph Hernandez
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