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The Kansas City, Missouri, City Council will adopt its new budget on Thursday. Council members will have one more chance to hear from the public and suggest changes to the $2.5 billion proposal on Tuesday.
The public can comment during the Finance, Governance and Public Safety Committee meeting at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday in the council chambers on the 26th floor of City Hall, 414 East 12th Street.
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Public can weigh in Tuesday on Kansas City, Missouri’s proposed $2.5B budget
One topic that is sure to come up Tuesday is whether to provide more money to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority. The agency operates bus services for cities in the greater metropolitan area.
KCATA said last week it is considering cuts to routes and staff if Kansas City doesn’t provide more money.
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The current proposal sets aside about $70 million for KCATA, which is similar to the past few years.
Public safety takes up the largest part of the budget. The fire department will receive about $46 million more than last year. The police budget will increase by $25 million.
“The first thing that pops into my mind is definitely police,” said Grant Bednar.
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Grant Bednar would like Kansas City to prioritize public safety in its budget.
He said he called 911 a few months ago when someone broke into his roommate’s car. Bednar remembers being on hold for longer than expected with the 911 call-taker.
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“If we could just lower that call wait time with dispatchers, that would make Jackson County feel a lot more safe,” he said.
Roads and streets were topics that dominated taxpayer’s opinions. Many want the city to do more to fill potholes and repave roads.
“Seeing a lot of the potholes, that’s kind of devastating to see,” said Sabra Merchant.
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Sabra Merchant enjoys a walk with her dog, Katana, in Kansas City, Missouri.
The proposed budget increases funding for Vision Zero by $3 million compared to last year. Vision Zero is an initiative to redesign roads with bike lanes and other changes in an effort to achieve zero deaths because of traffic crashes.
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“Which sounds like a great idea,” said Paula Watts. “I love to be able to walk around and feel safe, walk with my daughter.”
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Paula Watts supports transportation-related initiatives in Kansas City, Missouri’s 2025-2026 proposed budget.
Dan Coffee disagreed. He argues bike lanes are a waste of money; pointing out he rarely sees a bicyclist using one.
“Probably what we oughta do is bring Elon Musk into Kansas City with his DOGE group and let them take a look at what’s going on at City Hall,” Coffee said.
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Dan Coffee questions some of the proposals in Kansas City, Missouri’s suggested budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.
He wants the city to focus on the basics. This year’s $2.5 billion proposal is an increase over the current $2.27 billion budget.
The city’s budget cycle runs from May 1 to April 30. This will be the final full-budget year before Kansas City hosts several matches in the FIFA 2026 World Cup. The proposed budget dedicates several million dollars to World Cup projects.
The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Nov. 5, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Nov. 5 drawing
09-17-29-61-66, Powerball: 26, Power Play: 5
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from Nov. 5 drawing
Midday: 9-4-6
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Midday Wild: 6
Evening: 8-6-5
Evening Wild: 3
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from Nov. 5 drawing
Midday: 0-0-9-7
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Midday Wild: 4
Evening: 3-8-1-1
Evening Wild: 8
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash4Life numbers from Nov. 5 drawing
09-13-26-47-53, Cash Ball: 03
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Check Cash4Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from Nov. 5 drawing
Early Bird: 04
Morning: 13
Matinee: 06
Prime Time: 02
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Night Owl: 09
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Show Me Cash numbers from Nov. 5 drawing
02-04-15-36-37
Check Show Me Cash payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from Nov. 5 drawing
07-10-18-21-61, Powerball: 11
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Check Powerball Double Play payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All Missouri Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Missouri Lottery’s regional offices, by appointment only.
To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:
Ticket Redemption
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Missouri Lottery
P.O. Box 7777
Jefferson City, MO 65102-7777
For in-person claims, visit the Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City or one of the regional offices in Kansas City, Springfield or St. Louis. Be sure to call ahead to verify hours and check if an appointment is required.
For additional instructions or to download the claim form, visit the Missouri Lottery prize claim page.
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When are the Missouri Lottery drawings held?
Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Pick 3: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Pick 4: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Powerball Double Play: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Missouri editor. You can send feedback using this form.
BOTTOM LINE: Missouri visits Tulane after Shannon Dowell scored 21 points in Missouri’s 78-71 victory over the Central Arkansas Sugar Bears.
Tulane finished 17-13 overall last season while going 10-5 at home. The Green Wave averaged 68.3 points per game while allowing opponents to score 65.1 last season.
Missouri went 14-18 overall a season ago while going 3-7 on the road. The Tigers shot 43.3% from the field and 36.6% from 3-point range last season.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has issued an advisory regarding 7-hydroxymitragynine, also known as 7-hydroxy and 7-OH.
It’s an extract of the kratom plant and it’s being marketed as a “natural remedy” for pain relief and brain stimulation. But 164 people in Missouri have died from using Kratom products since 2019, including those containing 7-OH.
Dr. Heidi Miller, Chief Medical Officer for DHSS compares 7-OH to an opioid, saying it can be up to 13 times stronger than morphine.
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“Nationally, we have seen patients who have died from overdose have had kratom-type substances in their blood,” she told Missourinet. “Unfortunately, it’s very hard to distinguish between whether or not someone has taken the kratom leaf versus this concentrated 7-OH substance.”
Miller also said the Missouri Poison Center has seen a rise in 7-OH reported cases.
“You know, two years ago, we only had about 19 reports, and then the year after that (2024), we had 25 reports. And this year, 2025 – the year isn’t even done – and we already have 47 reports.”
Miller said 7-OH is unregulated, and products containing the compound can easily be purchased online or at convenience stores, without age restrictions.
“Seven-hydroxy products are sold as, like, little energy shots or powders that can be mixed into drinks,” she said. “There are also versions that can be dissolved in the mouth. There are versions that can be inhaled. There are gummies.”
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Symptoms of 7-OH exposure may include:
Nausea, vomiting and gastrointestinal distress.
Anxiety, agitation, confusion and insomnia.
Rapid heart rate, high blood pressure and trouble breathing.
Seizures, unconsciousness and withdrawal symptoms.
Risk of overdose, especially when combined with alcohol or other sedatives.
Miller said anyone experiencing symptoms or is suspected of overdosing should call 911, and to administer naloxone (Narcan) if any is available.
