KCMO mayor wants investigation into city’s response to concerns before homicide
48 hours have passed since a fatal dispute between two neighbors in the Northland. Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas confirmed on Wednesday that he's asking for an investigation.
16 handguns seized: Prosecutors ask KC Northland murder suspect to surrender guns
Clay County prosecutors are asking that a Kansas City man charged with murder in the shooting death of his Northland neighbor be required to surrender all firearms and ammunition as a condition of being released on bond, a court document shows. Prosecutors filed the motion late Wednesday afternoon in the case...
3 adults displaced after fire at home in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY—Authorities are investigating the cause of a house fire in Kansas City. Just after 10a.m. Wednesday, crews were dispatched to a reported fire in the 3300 block of Flora Avenue, according to Battalion Chief Riley Nolan. On arrival, crews reported heavy smoke and fire showing from a 1-story...
Kansas–Missouri Weather Alert: Wind Gusts Near 40 mph, Light Snow Could Slow Travel Through...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Missouri – A hazy afternoon sky stretches over Kansas City as a cool breeze sweeps across rooftops and open fields, hinting at the stronger push of winter air that will arrive by early Friday. Pavement...
Why are dozens of ICE vehicles in a KC lot near Worlds of Fun?...
Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions. Have a suggestion for a future story? Email our journalists at [email protected]. Have the latest Reality Checks delivered to your inbox with our free newsletter. The sight of dozens of Immigration and...
What’s happening with Midtown KC Costco? Nobody’s sure, but city’s taking action
Nobody at City Hall can say for sure what Costco plans to do with its Midtown store. But after weeks of rumors, whispers and unanswered questions, the city decided it couldn’t afford to just wait and see. On Thursday, the Kansas City Council approved a resolution directing the city manager and the city’s economic...
Belton seeks public input on entertainment, retail development in neighborhood meeting
— On Thursday evening, the City of Belton will host a neighborhood meeting to gather input on a major development project in the city. KSHB 41's Cass County Beat Reporter Ryan Gamboa first reported on the project in November 2026. "One thing residents have consistently told us is they'd like...
Olathe-based cookie shop opens in Overland Park
Press play to listen to an audio version of this story. On any given weekend, the Price Chopper grocery store at 151st Street and Metcalf Avenue is busy with shoppers. But this coming weekend promises a particular type of buzz at the store, especially for those looking for sweet treats. That’s because Olathe-based...
Hundreds Pulled Over on U.S. 71 On a Single Day, and the City Is...
On a chilly Tuesday morning in Kansas City, Missouri, long stretches of U.S. Highway 71 turned into something many drivers had never seen on their daily commute: an unfolding traffic enforcement operation that wrapped dozens of patrol cars, hundreds of pulled-over vehicles, and a long line of drivers waiting for...
This historic restaurant remains one of KC’s best
The Savoy's three-course Restaurant Week menu combines elevated dining with down-home flavors in a tradition more than a century old. Why it matters: This award-winning downtown Kansas City staple sets the standard, from delectable classic dishes to an expertly crafted atmosphere. The vibe: Walking into The Savoy is...
