Thousands turn out for ‘Tucker’s Parade’ celebrating brave 3-year-old boy
Sometimes the smallest heroes have the biggest hearts.
Kratom is as dangerous as opioids according to some users
Kratom is regulated in at least 18 states, but not Missouri or Kansas, meaning there’s no oversight of what’s in these products in the Kansas City area.
Kay Barnes reflects on legacy as Kansas City mayor; raising awareness on domestic violence
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — She was enjoying her retirement, but the phone rang, and former Kansas City Mayor Kay Barnes could not resist the chance to answer the call. Sworn in last week as the “temporary” Jackson County executive, the former Jackson County legislator and mayor finds herself back at the courthouse.
Kansas Man Convicted of Ambushing and Killing Estranged Wife During Divorce
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS – A 35-year-old man has been convicted of first-degree premeditated murder after waiting on the porch of his estranged wife’s home and shooting her dead when she returned from running errands, authorities announced this week. Ambush Outside Friend’s Home. Prosecutors say Miguel Flores killed...
The Kansas City BBQ Restaurant That Stood Out To Anthony Bourdain
Anthony Bourdain certainly knew where to find all the best restaurants. Here's why this BBQ restaurant in Kansas City was among Bourdain's favorites.
Missouri is launching a new program to make child care more affordable for parents
Soon, eligible parents in Missouri could benefit from a new child care cost saving program called Child Care Works. This program could cut the price for families by as much as 75%, according to Dr. Toni Sturdivant, director of early learning at the Mid-America Regional Council (MARC). Sturdivant is leading...
‘Uncertainty’ is hardest part for Kansas City IRS employees affected by shutdown
For Daniel Scharpenburg and thousands of his colleagues at the Internal Revenue Service, the hardest part of the prolonged federal government shutdown isn’t just the missing paycheck.
Missouri’s new congressional map reopens ‘old wounds’ along Troost Avenue racial divide
Kansas City business owner Chris Goode has watched the stretch of Troost Avenue along 30th Street change since opening up Ruby Jean’s Juicery at the intersection nearly eight years ago. “When we got here, it was dark,” he said. “It was very little activity. There wasn't a lot going...
Ten Years Later: Northeast Remembers Firefighters John Mesh and Larry Leggio
Ten years ago today, two Kansas City firefighters — Larry Leggio and John Mesh — made the ultimate sacrifice while battling a blaze in the 2600 block of Independence Avenue, just steps from where the Northeast Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Northeast News offices now stand. On...
Kansas City Man Arrested After Firing Gunshots Into Room Where Children Were Sleeping
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI — A 63-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly firing multiple gunshots into a Kansas City family’s apartment — including the bedroom where two young children were asleep, according to court documents filed in Jackson County Circuit Court. Family Awakened by Gunfire. Authorities say...
