American Royal barbecue competition wraps up at Kansas Speedway
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - The American Royal “World Series of Barbecue” concluded Saturday at Kansas Speedway after teams from across the United States competed since Wednesday. More than 100 teams battled for bragging rights in pork, chicken and beef brisket competitions during the event. Jason Beckner, a...
Coldest night since February before spring warmth, new FIRST WARN for storms later this...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Wow, did the cold air and biting breezes live up to the hype! Our high today was 38° and occurred just after midnight. We only rebounded to 34° this afternoon with wind chills in the mid-20s. This sets the stage for a blustery evening. Then, on top of that, when heading back to work and...
Kansas City Police ask community for help locating missing man
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Kansas City Police are asking the community for help locating a missing 57-year-old man. Eduardo Vargas Guerrero was last seen in he area of the 7300 block of Harrison Street in Kansas City, Missouri, at around 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 8. Guerrero is 5′10,"...
Family tradition shines at American Royal BBQ World Series
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — The American Royal World Series of BBQ is taking place this weekend at Kansas Speedway, drawing over 400 teams from around the country. The event features a variety of competitions, including an invitational and a kids’ competition, where teams showcase their skills in smoking ribs, brisket, pork...
Kansas City school fair helps parents navigate education options
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A local nonprofit held its 10th annual school fair Saturday to help parents navigate education choices in Kansas City. Show Me KC Schools hosted the “City School Fair” to walk parents through options within the Kansas City Public School District. More than 50 public, private and charter...
This Day in History: Berlin wall is torn down; sections now displayed across U.S.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Nov. 9, 1989, the Berlin Wall fell. Sections of the wall are displayed across the U.S., including in Leavenworth, Kansas, and Fulton, Missouri.
Searching for a Dive Bar Similar to The Vagabond in Wichita.
In a recent social media discussion, users reminisced about a unique bar in Wichita called The Vagabond. The Vagabond was described as a small, low-key establishment where patrons could enjoy a game of chess and a cup of coffee or a beer until 2 am. The bar was characterized by its dim lighting, absence of sports TV,...
Contentious Debate: Allegations from Black Business Owners of Racial Bias by All-White Board in...
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on ‘Not That Young Hip-hop Crowd’: Black Business Owners Allege All-White Board Deliberately Blocked Their Operations In Kansas City Nightlife.
New $100k fund promotes economic mobility in underserved metro neighborhoods
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A new initiative is working to promote economic mobility in underserved Kansas City neighborhoods. The Rooted Change fund is bridging gaps in communities that may otherwise lack the funding to bring transformative ideas to life. The fund is offering up to $100,000 in grants, aiming to boost...
Crossing paths with early veterans
As Veteran’s Day approaches, it’s important to honor those both living and dead who have served our country. Every veteran has a story, and the further we go back in our history, the harder these stories are to piece together. The early wars of our country, including the American Revolution, War of 1812 and the Civil...
