Nov 19 - By Associated Press
A Kansas City man who left his wallet on the counter of a bank he was robbing has pleaded guilty in federal court. Albert Perkins, 40, admitted Thursday that he stole more than $3,100 from First Federal Bank in Kansas City on May 7. Prosecutors said that after he ordered a teller to give him all the $100 bills, he placed his wallet on the counter and handed her a plastic bag.
Nov 19 - By Cheryl Wittenauer, Associated Press Writer
The St. Louis and Kansas City areas, along with part of southeast Missouri, have violated 2008 air quality standards and may be forced to impose new restrictions, the state said Thursday.
Nov 15 - By Associated Press
Defensive end Greg Ellis is inactive for the Oakland Raiders on Sunday against Kansas City with an injured shoulder and knee.
Nov 15 - By Alan Robinson, AP Sports Writer
The Pittsburgh Steelers apparently won't be without injured safety Troy Polamalu for more than one game.
Nov 14 - By Associated Press
Airport officials in Kansas City say a passenger jet struck a flock of birds shortly after takeoff and returned to land safely.
Nov 14 - By Associated Press
Ford Motor Co. said Saturday union concerns over working conditions at its assembly plant in Kansas City have been resolved. But a union officer said members were moving ahead with a planned strike authorization vote.
Nov 13 - By Associated Press
The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City says lower income contributed to a weaker farm economy during the third quarter in some Midwest and Western states.

Nov 9 - By Roxana Hegeman, Associated Press Writer
More than a month before the shooting of a high-profile abortion doctor, the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Kansas City received an anonymous letter warning that the man now charged in the case "would do physical harm" to Dr. George Tiller or any other abortion provider, the agency said.

Nov 9 - By Doug Tucker, AP Sports Writer
Given good blocking and a fresh start, Larry Johnson might still be the power-running Pro Bowler who had back-to-back 1,700-yard seasons for Kansas City.

Nov 8 - By Mark Long, AP Sports Writer
The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting good at bouncing back from embarrassing losses.
Nov 2 - By John Hanna, AP Political Writer
Members of a state board in Kansas don't appear to like the hand they've been dealt for proposed casinos in Kansas City and the Wichita area, and they're wondering whether they should fold.
Oct 28 - By David Koenig, AP Airlines Writer
American Airlines will close a maintenance base in Kansas City, Mo., and shrink other repair shops next September as the slump in travel leaves fewer planes to maintain.

Oct 27 - By Doug Tucker, AP Sports Writer
The Kansas City Chiefs, apparently fearful of losing in arbitration, agreed Monday to cut Larry Johnson's suspension in half for making gay slurs.

Oct 26 - By Associated Press
Bruce Springsteen canceled a performance in Kansas City after his cousin and road crew member died.
Oct 19 - By John Hanna, AP Political Writer
A Kansas review board remained troubled Monday because plans for casinos in the Kansas City and Wichita areas don't include hotels in their first phases. But consultants warned that holding out for better proposals would be risky.

Oct 11 - By Doug Tucker, AP Sports Writer
Miles Austin scored the winning touchdown in overtime on a 60-yard catch-and-run to cap a record-breaking game in place of the injured Roy Williams, and the Dallas Cowboys escaped with a 26-20 victory Sunday over Kansas City.
Oct 4 - By Associated Press
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning bruised his heel in the fourth quarter against Kansas City on Sunday and left the game.

Sep 28 - By John Marshall, AP Sports Writer
All this Cy Young talk is wearing on Zack Greinke. Even when it comes from the hometown fans, Kansas City's attention-shy ace doesn't want to hear it.

Sep 21 - By Rob Maaddi, AP Sports Writer
Donovan McNabb did not practice Wednesday because of a broken rib that forced him to miss the Eagles' 48-22 loss to New Orleans last Sunday.

Sep 20 - By Doug Tucker, AP Sports Writer
Darren McFadden answered Kansas City's go-ahead touchdown with just over a minute left, lifting the Oakland Raiders past the Chiefs 13-10 on Sunday in a game that was as dull as the overcast skies until the closing minutes.
Sep 16 - By Doug Tucker, AP Sports Writer
Matt Cassel appeared to be running more briskly in practice Wednesday morning, creating hope Kansas City's No. 1 quarterback might start Sunday against the Oakland Raiders.

Sep 11 - By Associated Press
Kyle Davies carried a no-hit bid into the sixth inning and won his fourth straight start, pitching the Kansas City Royals past the Cleveland Indians 7-0 on Sunday.

Sep 9 - By Arnie Stapleton, AP Sports Writer
The dominoes started to fall in Denver when Kansas City's Dwayne Bowe mishandled an onside kick against San Diego on Dec. 14 that would have secured a playoff spot for the Broncos.
Sep 9 - By Associated Press
A 2-year-old yellow Labrador mix is recovering at a Kansas City shelter after being shot four times. And workers at Wayside Waifs have dubbed him Bullet. Waifs spokeswoman Ashlee Parker said Bullet was found several weeks ago in Caldwell County, shot once in the head, once in each front shoulder and once in the neck.

Sep 8 - By Doug Tucker, AP Sports Writer
Alex Gordon and Alberto Callaspo homered, leading the last-place Kansas City Royals past the Detroit Tigers 7-4 on Thursday for a surprising three-game sweep of the AL Central leaders.