Missouri man accused of shooting deputies shot at another years before
In 2014, Richard Dean Bird shot at an officer in Kansas after he was accused of stealing from a construction site.
Another arrest in student-led Kan. anti-ice protest and fight
JOHNSON COUNTY —Law enforcement investigating an altercation that led to an arrest during a student protest in Olathe have made another arrest. Just after 2p.m. February 20, police were dispatched to a reported fight in the area of College Boulevard and South Lone Elm Road in Olathe, according to Police Sergeant John...
Powell Gardens acquires Colonial Gardens in Blue Springs
Powell Gardens acquires Colonial Gardens in Blue Springs after its original ownership group filed for bankruptcy.
5 Best Burger Spots in Overland Park that Locals Rave About
In the Kansas City metro, you’re never far from a great burger—and Overland Park holds its own with a mix of old‑school joints, sports bars, and chef‑y spots. These five are constant favorites when OP residents talk about the best burgers close to home. 1. Burg...
Warm now, snow and freezing rain later: How bad could Kansas City’s weekend get?
An unusually warm February will finish on a near‑record high note, but March will roar in with a blast of winter, bringing a messy mix of rain, snow and possibly even sleet and freezing rain, according to the National Weather Service. Before winter returns, sunny, spring-like weather will dominate the metro, with...
Man facing theft charges after allegedly stealing Greyhound bus, fleeing police
A Kansas City man accused of stealing a Greyhound bus this week will face several theft-related charges after allegedly causing tens of thousands of dollars in damage to the bus facility. Preston R. Reiff, 21, is charged with stealing, first-degree tampering with a motor vehicle and first-degree property damage,...
Murder suspect captured in Kansas also wanted by ICE
WYANDOTTE COUNTY- A man wanted for murder in Denver remains behind bars in Kansas, after a multi-agency traffic stop. Just after noon, Feb. 20, The FBI and Kansas City, Kansas, Police Department's Special Operations Unit and Violent Crimes Task Force conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in Kansas City, Kansas,...
Teens team up to help the homeless in the Kansas City metro
Teens from Seven Days' Kindness Youth Leadership Team, and the Teen Councils of Olathe, Overland Park and Kansas City, Missouri, took part in the initiative.
Ex-students’ lawsuits say USD 232 failed to protect them from former teacher’s abuse
Two former students are suing USD 232, arguing the district didn’t do enough to protect them against the predatory actions of an award-winning middle school teacher who was later convicted of sex crimes against students. The two lawsuits, one filed on Dec. 5, 2025, and the other on Feb....
The Whimsical Missouri Diner Where Trains Deliver Food Right To Your Table
Most restaurants make you walk to a counter or wait for a server, but Fritz’s Railroad Restaurant in Kansas City has engineered a better solution involving miniature trains and overhead tracks. This place turns every meal into a spectacle that’ll have you grinning like you just discovered the secret...
