Multiple individuals indicted for drugs and firearms in KC
(KANSAS CITY, Mo.) According to the United States Attorney's Office of the Western District of Missouri, 13 individuals were indicted for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine along with illegal possession of machine guns. The statement said ten of these individuals are Mexican Nationals, one from...
HeLeads workshop empowers inner-city boys above and beyond sports
Despite soaring temperatures outside, a group of young boys found relief in a cool gym, where they engaged in sports and learned valuable life lessons.
Remains of soldier killed in WWII return to Wichita
KCTV5's Janae' Hancock has the top headlines for the afternoon of June 20, 2025. Kansas City SNAP advocates warn of dire impacts as billions in cuts are proposed. Congressman Cleaver, The Prospect KC and Harvesters are teaming up as SNAP cuts are on the table.
Heritage festival at 18th & Vine celebrates African American culture
Kansas City’s 18th and Vine District bustled with upbeat music, the smell of barbecue and chatter as people took to the streets celebrating African American culture Saturday afternoon. Booths filled with colorful art and handmade crafts lined the streets as the powerful voices of a gospel choir led the day’s main...
100+ tow trucks form funeral procession across Kansas City, honoring late industry veteran
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - If you happened to be out driving Saturday morning and wondered why there were dozens of tow trucks on Interstate 70, here’s your answer. On June 21, more than one hundred drivers came together to honor Robert “Bobby” Jenkins, who passed away on June 12, 2025.
Missouri City Once Ranked Most Dangerous in U.S. Drops to #3
The most dangerous city list isn’t one any city wants to be on, but for one Missouri city, dropping down the list is actually good news. City Once Ranked Most Dangerous in U.S. Drops to #3. We all know that major cities tend to have higher crime rates than...
Involuntary commitments to state hospitals from Johnson County have ‘exploded’
Mental health problems are being addressed in many ways throughout Johnson County, from law enforcement to the district attorney's office. However, the need for intervention is greater than ever.
Food recs: Kansas City’s best fried chicken, wings and more
Chicken might not be the most flavorful meat on its own and, yes, it’s easy to overcook. But don’t underestimate the true glory of chomping down on an order of perfectly-prepared wings, says food blogger Glenn Robinson. “Something about ripping it apart,” he says. “It's so barbaric, but...
Chick-fil-A is opening another Kansas City area location. Here’s when and where
Popular fast food chain Chick-fil-A is opening another location in Kansas City. The latest spot is coming to the Metro North Crossing development near U.S. 169 and Barry Road, according to a media release. The chicken-centric restaurant is anticipated to open late this year. It will be at the corner of Barry Road and...
Family of woman killed in Chiefs rally shooting files lawsuit against city, shooters, others
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The family of the woman killed in a shooting at the Chiefs’ Super Bowl rally in February 2024 has filed suit against the city, gun manufacturers and sellers, and several others. “Each defendant played a part in this tragedy,” the lawsuit says, calling the...