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Deadly crash closes northbound I-35 at Santa Fe Street in Olathe

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — One person is dead following a crash Friday night in Olathe. Johnson County MedAct tells FOX4 emergency crews responded to the scene around 7:20 p.m. at I-35 and Santa Fe Street. Crews began to care for one person who was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Missouri cut Dolly Parton’s book program because lawmakers don’t know its value | Opinion

Do Missouri lawmakers even care about the education of our children, their future — or the future of this state, for that matter? If they do, then why would they cut funds for a program designed to ensure our most vulnerable children are prepared to learn when they enter school — one that puts free books in the hands o
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New curated, eclectic antique shop opens in KC’s West Plaza neighborhood

A husband and wife opened an eclectic antique shop in the West Plaza. Web Thomas and Erica Immenschuh have owned the nearby Frame Gallery for 30 years and have been collecting antiques to style the frame shop for nearly as long. “I have an appreciation for everything. I mean, anything that’s kind of old, unique, I coll
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Major Missouri firm officially hops state line to Leawood. Governor says it doesn’t violate...

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly celebrated Lockton’s new headquarters Thursday as a “monumental” public/private partnership that keeps a major company within the Kansas City region. “By 2030, this open field will be transformed into a modern, cutting edge business environment,” she said, as officials prepared to pose behind...
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Warrant issued in Platte County stolen trailer case

PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. — A warrant was issued Thursday for a Kansas City man charged with five counts of stealing following a December traffic stop. Bryan Wayne Bailes, 49, is accused of possessing a stolen trailer in Platte County. He is being held on a $20,000 bond. No court dates are currently scheduled.
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It started with coffee and events. Now nonprofit dreams of Asian district in KC

Café Cà Phê and Hella Good Deeds began with coffee, festivals and community gatherings. Now, the two sister organizations are working toward building permanent infrastructure for Kansas City’s Asian community. That vision includes mental health access, small-business support, a physical headquarters and a long-term pla
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Jackson County executive announces tax payment program, department consolidation

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota marked the halfway point of his 14-month term Thursday, announcing tax credit protections, a new payment program and plans to consolidate county departments. LeVota, who recently decided to not run for a full term, said seven months remain to accomplish...
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K-32 Kaw Bridge reopens to traffic after four years of construction

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - The K-32 Turner Diagonal Freeway and Kaw Bridge reopened to traffic Friday, marking the end of a reconstruction project that began in 2022. The Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department said the bridge is now open for drivers. The $22.7 million bridge reconstruction project started in...
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Kansas City bus fares return Monday, leaving nonprofits scrambling

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Kansas City bus riders will have to pay to ride starting Monday, ending six years of free transit — but relief for those who can’t afford the fares may not arrive in time. A single ride will cost $2. Monthly passes will cost...
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Man charged in recent Kansas City, Kansas, homicide

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A suspect has been charged in connection to the death of a 38-year-old man in Kansas City, Kansas, earlier this week. The Wyandotte County District Attorney has charged James Michael Brown with second-degree murder and aggravated battery. Officers with the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department...

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