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Missouri's Cold Weather Rule, which prohibits utility companies from disconnecting heat services for 72 hours when temperatures are forecast to drop below 32 degrees, went into effect on November 2, 2026.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Missouri man has been sentenced after stealing just over $240,000 from his elderly mother. Michael McLin of Grain Valley pleaded guilty on Thursday, Oct. 29, to fraudulent use of a credit/debit card device. All his other charges were dismissed. He was sentenced to three years in prison.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Valley News Live) - A group of 117 veterans landed on the East Coast on Day 1 of an Honor Flight that took off from Grand Forks. The veterans are in the nation’s capital to see memorials built in their honor. The group includes 115 men and...

A power outage hit the Foggy Bottom neighborhood of Washington, D.C., on Monday morning, Nov. 2, leaving more than 1,100 Pepco customers without electricity. DC Fire and EMS also responded after smoke was reported coming from multiple manholes. How many customers lost power?. Pepco’s outage map showed about 1,176 customers...

Downtown D.C.'s next chapter could include a wellness district, an international food hall and a transportation loop for tourists. Why it matters: The plans build on Mayor Muriel Bowser's 2024 downtown revitalization plan — but will be up to a new mayor to carry out. Driving the news: City officials announced new neighborhood-level proposals at a conference last week. Zoom in: The Golden Triangle BID is eyeing a five-block area near Dupont Circle with a high concentration of old office buildings

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - For most of the day, severe weather is not expected but scattered showers/storms are possible throughout the day with gusts 35-45 mph. Later this afternoon/evening (5pm-11pm) there is a risk some storms may produce gusts 60-70 mph and a tornado or two. A cold front tomorrow morning will limit the warming trend with temperatures more seasonal the rest of the week.

The Southwestern College Moundbuilders survived a furious second-half comeback by the McPherson College Bulldogs, hanging on for a 27–24 victory in a crucial NAIA Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) Bissell Division showdown Saturday afternoon at Equity Bank Park in Wichita, Kansas. What looked like a comfortable afternoon for Southwestern...

Law enforcement reports that a man injured in a recent crash involving a trash truck west of Topeka has died.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – From arena-sized country and Christian music shows to legendary metal acts and acclaimed indie performers, Arkansas music fans have plenty to choose from in November. Check out our list of shows happening at venues in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Jonesboro and beyond this month. To stay on top of everything happening in […]

After a year and a few months in business, a Johnson County international café has closed. Taiwanese-based chain 85°C Bakery Cafe , which has locations across the world, closed its Overland Park location on Halloween. The former bakery and coffee shop had signs on its door Monday morning that alerted fans to its exit. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of our bakery …” the notice read in part. “We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all our customers for your loyal