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SUV driver hits e-bike rider in Olathe, injuring him critically

A man is in critical condition after being hit by a vehicle while riding an electric bicycle in Olathe on Tuesday. The crash happened at about 5:30 p.m., near the intersection of E. 119th Street and Nelson Road. An officer at the scene told the Post that the e-bike operator...
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World Cup 2026 is around the corner. Is Kansas City up to the security...

As a former Central Intelligence Agency officer, I worked numerous counterterrorism operations with other federal, state and local agencies. The process is hardly ever seamless, and the potential security lapses increase when information is siloed within disparate organizations and processes. We need clear command...
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K-pop dancers go viral on Overland Park restaurant’s TikTok

An Overland Park Korean restaurant chain is racking up millions of views thanks to an employee and his local dance squad. Why it matters: Korean culture is having a moment in America, with more restaurants opening, K-pop musicians touring, and "KPop Demon Hunters" topping charts. Zoom in: Jaye Xaymongkhonh is...
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Kansas Highway Patrol stop stolen vehicle using TVI; Part of Trooper training

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KOAM) - Last week, while on patrol, a Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper observed a stolen vehicle that had recently failed to stop for Kansas City Kansas Police (KCKPD). When the Trooper initiated a traffic stop, the vehicle fled, prompting a pursuit.
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KCATA turns to grants to handle expected World Cup demand

With federal funding stalled, KCATA looks to repurpose millions in grants to keep buses running for locals and World Cup visitors.
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KC Toys for Tots faces record 60K requests this Christmas: ‘It’s pretty daunting’

In a year when some Kansas City area families have struggled to put food on the table, concern now turns to whether their children will have presents under the tree. With just a few weeks left until Christmas, one of the largest toy drives in the area is reaching out to the community after receiving an all-time high...
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KC man accused of stealing RideKC bus pleads guilty to assaulting police officer

A Kansas City man accused of stealing a RideKC bus earlier this year has pleaded guilty to assaulting a police officer as part of a plea agreement that resulted in theft-related charges being dismissed, according to court records. Shahid R. Pratt, 50, pleaded guilty Tuesday in Jackson County Circuit Court to one...
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Can Anyone Explain Why the City’s Efforts to Improve 39th St Seem to Have...

The city's efforts to improve 39th Street have been met with mixed reactions from the residents. While some appreciate the changes, others have pointed out issues that have arisen as a result of the modifications. The main concerns revolve around the eastbound merging to one lane east of Main and the traffic...
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Deranged Kansas Woman Evicted and Arrested After Threatening Neighbor With Finger Weapon Gesture: ‘The...

A rude and deranged woman in Kansas City, Kansas, found out that her actions have consequences when she got evicted from her apartment and even arrested. Among her alleged actions, the woman made a finger weapon gesture to one of her neighbors in what appears to be a threat, all caught on camera.
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More homeowners speak out against Overland Park stadium idea

Homeowners in another Overland Park neighborhood are coming out against the idea of the Royals building a ballpark near 119th and Nall.

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