Johnson County sees public park closures, fish on golf courses due to flooding
Regulars at Frisco Lake Park in Olathe could hardly believe their eyes. The record rainfall beginning Wednesday evening extended the lake by a few yards in some places, blocking off pathways and structures. Workout equipment along the sidewalk was submerged on Thursday afternoon, and water lapped against tree trunks....
State Troopers: Speeding played part in crash on I-635 that seriously injured Pleasant Valley...
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - According to Kansas Highway Patrol Troopers, speed played a part in a crash on I-635 in Kansas City that injured a Pleasant Valley driver. The Kansas Highway Patrol indicates that just after 8 a.m. on Friday, July 18, emergency crews were called to the area of I-635 and Parallel Parkway...
Former CoreCivic workers, Leavenworth residents march against plan to reopen prison as ICE facility
LEAVENWORTH — When an inmate attacked former correctional officer Diana Polanco at CoreCivic’s Leavenworth prison, only one thought raced through her mind: “I need to survive this.” In 2021, Polanco had been working alone with another female officer in a high-risk male unit when an agitated inmate suddenly turned...
This year’s Best of Johnson County Medical, Dental & Health winners
We’re wrapping up the first week of Best of Johnson County winner announcements with a look at some of the standouts from the Medical, Dental & Health categories. Congrats to these providers for earning the trust of Johnson Countians with their expertise and care!. Best Chiropractic Clinic: Active Family...
Local teen leads community clean-up on Prospect Avenue, drawing support
A clean-up initiative led by 19-year-old Madison Lyman brought together community members from diverse backgrounds on Saturday with a focus on restoring pride and unity along Prospect Avenue.
Movies and TV shows casting in Kansas City
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a...
Silver alert issued Saturday night for Raytown man, 74
Delbert A. Clouser was last seen around 2 p.m. Saturday, July 19, near 7013 Hawthorn Avenue in Raytown.
Historic flooding in Wyandotte County leaves residents cleaning up damage
Residents in Wyandotte County are assessing damage from historic flooding that officials say hasn't been seen in parts of Kansas City, Kansas, since the early 1990s.
Kansas City SEIU janitors ratify new union contract that guarantees 3 years of raises
Kansas City janitors with Service Employees International Union Local 1 last weekend ratified a new contract that includes four guaranteed raises over its three-year lifespan. The contract covers around 800 janitors that work with eight different companies to clean over 150 buildings and public spaces like Crown...
Parks & Rec officials say Red Bridge love locks shouldn’t have been removed
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Old Red Bridge in Minor Park has long featured hundreds of locks, with couples pronouncing their love in symbolic fashion. Recently, a man claiming to be the “Red Bridge Butcher” said he was authorized by the Kansas City Parks & Recreation Department to remove locks from the bridge,...