KCMO police searching for missing 64-year-old woman
The Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a missing woman, 64, who was last seen April 18.
Lee’s Summit man arrested after police chase, fight with officer
LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo. (KCTV) - A man is in custody after fleeing Lee’s Summit police, fighting an officer and hiding in a neighborhood. Around 10:50 a.m. on Friday, April 24, the Lee’s Summit Police Department says officers tried to stop a vehicle near SW 150 Highway and SW Evergreen Ln. for a traffic violation.
Home improvement store reopens after Merriam police responded to reported threat
The Merriam, Kansas, Police Department investigated a potential threat at Home Depot in Merriam on Saturday.
Former Smithville daycare worker sentenced to 7 years for endangering children
SMITHVILLE, Mo. (KCTV) - A former Smithville daycare worker has been sentenced to 7 years in prison - the maximum penalty allowed for her charges. Clay County Prosecutor Zachary Thompson says Tara Anderson, 30, of Smithville, received the sentence after being convicted of endangering the welfare of a child. Court...
2-year-old killed in Independence after being backed over by car in parking lot, police...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A two-year-old was backed over by a car while riding a scooter in Independence and died from their injuries, police say. Police say the crash occurred in the 800 block of Concord on Saturday, April 25, at around 2:12 p.m. Officials say that a 2017...
Kansas City, Kearney offer free drop off for storm debris
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - It will be a weekend of yard work and repairs at many homes across the Kansas City metro. To help the process, Kansas City, Mo, is activating a plan to help people drop off debris and dispose of other trash and damage. The Missouri Organics...
28-year-old motorcyclist dies after colliding with car in Overland Park
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A 28-year-old motorcyclist died after colliding with a car that was trying to enter an intersection earlier this week in Overland Park, police said. The crash was reported about 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday at West 103rd and Barkley streets. According to Overland Park police, a...
Jackson County task force explores future of Truman Sports Complex after Chiefs and Royals...
KSHB 41 reporter La’Nita Brooks covers stories providing solutions and offering discussions on topics of crime and violence. She also covers stories in the Northland. Share your story idea with La’Nita. Jackson County officials are exploring what the future holds for the Truman Sports Complex when the Chiefs...
RAW: MO: STORMS BLOW ROOF OFF BUSINESS, LANDS ON TREE
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Missouri Parents Speak Out After 12-Year-Old Autistic Boy Assaulted on School Bus
MISSOURI – A family in Independence is speaking out after their 12-year-old son, who has autism, was injured during an incident involving other students on a school bus. The event, which was captured on video, has sparked concern among parents and the broader community about student safety and bullying in schools.

















