Officials say they’re done negotiating with the Royals
Key politicians in Kansas and Clay County say they're done working with the Royals on a new stadium deal, taking at least two potential sites out of the mix. Why it matters: The Royals' options are dwindling, upping the pressure to build downtown and fueling speculation that the team might leave KC.
SB I-29 to NB US 169 exit ramp closed for missing persons investigation
A missing person case has forced the impending closure of the exit ramp from southbound Interstate 29 to northbound U.S. 169 Highway, according to Kansas City, Missouri, police.
Kansas’ Best Fried Catfish Restaurants You Can’t Miss
Kansas might surprise you with its incredible fried catfish scene, where crispy golden batter meets tender, flaky fish in every bite. From family-run diners to Southern-style seafood joints, the Sunflower State serves up some seriously delicious catfish that rivals any coastal destination. Whether you’re craving...
Person rescued after escaping house fire in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — One person was taken to the hospital following a house fire late Friday afternoon. Crews with the Kansas City Fire Department (KCFD) responded to the house fire in the area of E. 60th Street and Swope Parkway. When crews arrived on scene, they reported smoke...
Kansas City man killed after dispute while repairing car; suspect on the run
Preliminary investigation indicates the victim was outside working on a vehicle when an argument escalated into gunfire.
6-foot tall bundle of joy at the Kansas City Zoo
KANSAS CITY —There is a new 6-foot-tall bundle of joy at the KCZoo. On Friday, the zoo introduced Aspen, a female Masai giraffe born to 4-year-old Alika on December 29. A neonatal exam has been performed and showed that the calf is in good health. Aspen is already spending quality time with 2-month-old half-brother,...
Wife waits until home to reveal winning $50K scratcher: ‘Sit down and put your...
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (KCTV) - The Missouri Lottery says a couple’s quick pitstop on their way home has earned them $50,000 in lottery winnings. The winning “$1,000,000 Cash Craze” scratcher was purchased at the 11101 E. 40 Highway QuikTrip in Independence while the couple was on their way home from a lunch with family.
Kansas City hit by a new ‘super flu’ variant causing a surge of cases
If you’ve been sick with a nasty respiratory virus in the past few weeks, or know someone who is, you’re not alone. In the last week of 2025, Kansas City saw its fourth-highest weekly total influenza cases in the past 15 years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this surge has not yet...
Kansas DCF aware of possible EBT Card skimming event
TOPEKA, Ks. – The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) say they are aware of a possible skimming event in the Kansas City Metro area resulting in the theft of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits from over 300 Kansas households.
Kansas City parents stand guard at crosswalks after ICE agents spotted
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Parents and neighborhood watch members are standing guard at school crosswalks after six ICE agents were spotted near an elementary school earlier this week. The community around Garfield Elementary has been on edge since Tuesday morning when a neighborhood watch group saw the Immigration...

















