ICE arresting 19-year-old citizen in Olathe triggers U.S. Attorney review
In response to recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations across Kansas, The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Kansas said it is reviewing reports of interactions between federal agents and the public, including a recent incident in Johnson County. The attorney’s office said in a statement that it...
KC Is Getting Its First Mexican Sushi Restaurant
Kansas City’s Mexican food scene continues to evolve, especially as restaurants like T’AHA, Jarocho and Yoli Tortilleria work to highlight the regional depth of Mexican cuisine. There’s also Kculichi Sushi, a Mexican sushi food truck with proud roots in Sinaloa. Now, Kculichi’s cheesy, beefy rolls are getting a...
Kansas City columnist temporarily stuck in Mexico after cartel leader’s death sparks violence
On their way to the Puerto Vallarta airport last Sunday, Kansas City Star Columnist Vahe Gregorian and his wife Cindy noticed distant smoke in the sky. When they arrived, they learned their flight had been canceled and rescheduled to the next day due to the commotion surrounding the killing of cartel leader Nemesio...
Lee’s Summit woman, 64, dies in Tuesday afternoon crash in southwest Missouri
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A 64-year-old Lee’s Summit woman died in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon in southwest Missouri. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says around 4:50 p.m. Tuesday, the woman was driving a 2017 Ford Escape on U.S. 54 Highway east of Preston, Missouri, when she lost control.
Homemade caramels and chocolates take center stage at new Overland Park candy shop
It’s been roughly a decade since a gift idea became much more. Brandi Robertson was living in California at the time, where she and her husband were invited to a Valentine’s Day party. She knew she wanted to bring something sweet and special to the party, and she’d...
Southwest says no fire at KCI – Passenger on the plane disagrees
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A Southwest passenger says she saw flames from an engine after landing at KCI; however, the airline says there was no fire. Southwest Airlines Flight 368 touched down at the Kansas City International Airport around 1:05 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, according to the City of Kansas City.
These are the highest paid Olathe city employees. One makes over $293k
Olathe tax dollars pay for the salaries of city employees, from city managers and police captains, to municipal judges and information technology managers. But who makes the most? In 2025, there were 358 city employees who made more than $100,000 per year. Olathe employed a total of 1,920 employees in 2025. According...
Chick-fil-A announces a new location in this Kansas City suburb
A new Chick-fil-A will open in Lee’s Summit on Thursday, according to a company news release. The new location, 1001 SW Jefferson St ., will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and offer various dining options including drive-thru, carry-out, third-party delivery and a drive-thru lane for mobile...
The AWARD-WINNING BBQ Experience Everyone Is Talking About in Kansas City, MO
Q39 Midtown burst onto Kansas City’s scene in 2014, quickly claiming a top spot among BBQ lovers. This chef-driven spot at 1000 W 39th St blends wood-fired grilling with casual vibes, drawing crowds for its flavorful meats and sides. Award-winning BBQ has locals raving, with burnt ends and brisket...
Hummingbirds are on the move: What you need to know about spring migration
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Spring is almost here, and with it comes one of nature’s most remarkable journeys. Hummingbirds are beginning their annual migration northward, traveling thousands of miles from Mexico and Central America to reach breeding grounds across the United States and Canada. If you’re a backyard...

















