Food

The Missouri Department of Social Services applied last year for federal permission to prohibit purchases of candy, prepared desserts and sugary drinks with SNAP and SuN Bucks. But supermarkets aren't yet clear what qualifies.

Up and down the Independence Avenue corridor, the 131 mostly immigrant- and refugee-owned businesses are checking their websites and online reviews, spiffing up their social media profiles, and hiring staff — all in the hopes of getting new visitors for the World Cup.

An influx of visitors from countries where tipping isn't a cultural norm could mean a pay cut for some Kansas City hospitality workers. Several restaurants are adding auto-gratuity to be safe, but many in hotspots like Westport and Power & Light are waiting to see what happens.

Whether you're looking for a Valentine's Day reservation, trying to impress someone new, or just want a new way to explore Kansas City with a friend or partner, we have plenty of great options for getting out and about.

Trump promised to "make America affordable again," but food prices are still rising. Although St. Louis residents enjoy a lower cost of living than many Americans, that's of little comfort when household staples remain unaffordable for many.