⚡ Johnson County, KS Utility Jobs – Multiple Openings in Infrastructure
Johnson County’s utilities and infrastructure sector is buzzing with solid opportunities this month. From field work to management, these roles offer steady pay, strong benefits, and room to grow.
At 63, Belton woman takes bicycle journey across the country
Nearly 18 years after hitting a low point, former radio host and news anchor Debbie Jackson has set off on her first cross-country bike ride from San Diego to San Augustine, Florida. Currently, she is bicycling her way across New Mexico. In 2008, Jackson, a Belton native found herself on...
Police warn of fentanyl-contaminated Barbie dolls sold at Independence store
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (KCTV) - Police are searching for several Barbie dolls that may be contaminated with fentanyl after they were sold at a local store this week. The Independence Police Department said in a Facebook post that it was alerted by Cargo Largo that the dolls were possibly contaminated with fentanyl before...
Officials recover diesel fuel tank in Tuttle Creek Lake
The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. EPA Heartland Region, and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment announce that the submerged fuel tank at Tuttle Creek Lake was successfully recovered, according to a media release from the Corps of Engineers. With the fuel release successfully...
Fundraiser helping support family of fallen North Kansas City firefighter
NORTH KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The North Kansas City Fire Department is honoring and remembering one of its own. Twenty-nine-year-old firefighter Benoit Coussement passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 10. Pro Apparel KC, a local t-shirt company, partnered with the NKC Fire Department on a fundraiser to...
KCK Mayor talks lifting UG employee residency requirements
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - On Thursday, the Unified Government Board of Commissioners voted to lift residency requirements for UG employees. KCK Mayor/CEO Christal Watson broke the tie with a yes vote. “It was important we did the right thing,” said Watson, when speaking on her yes vote to KCTV...
New study reveals most popular dog breeds in Kansas City for 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It’s a tail-wagging showdown in Kansas City, and Frenchies are taking the crown. The American Kennel Club’s 2025 ranking came out this week and revealed which pups are winning hearts across the Kansas City metro. In the metro, a mix of city living...
Man accused of taking pictures of people inside KCI Airport bathroom
KCI Airport said it is reviewing policy after a restaurant employee is charged with taking pictures of people inside a stall in an airport bathroom.
KCK leaders, residents react to end of city employee residency requirement
KSHB 41's Rachel Henderson caught up with Mayor Christal Watson and Unified Government Commissioner Andrew Davis after the UG Commission voted to completely lift its residency requirement.
The Glazed Donuts In Kansas That Taste Out Of This World
“When are we coming back?” That’s probably the first question your child will ask after their first visit here. And honestly, it’s hard to blame them. Kansas has a lot going for it. Wide open skies, friendly neighbors, and some of the most ridiculously good glazed donuts you will ever put in your mouth.

















