Kansas City Breaking News
BREAKING NEWS
Wyandotte County Residents Prepare for Mayoral Election
Wyandotte County, October 27, 2025 News Summary Residents of Wyandotte County are preparing for a critical election on November 4, where they will choose a new mayor and CEO to lead...
Officer-Involved Shooting Under Investigation in Buckner
Buckner, Missouri, October 27, 2025 News Summary The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Buckner, Missouri. The incident began with a high-speed pursuit that ended in a...
Tragic Loss of Actor Louise ImMasche in Car Accident
Kansas City, Missouri, October 27, 2025 News Summary Michael Dieker, known as Louise ImMasche, tragically passed away in a car accident after performing in ‘The Rocky Horror Show.’ The collision occurred...
Vacant Apartment Fire in Kansas City Sparks Concerns
Kansas City, Missouri, October 26, 2025 News Summary A significant two-alarm fire engulfed a vacant apartment building in the 3500 block of Euclid, Kansas City. Firefighters battled heavy flames and radiant...
Kansas City Police Issue Over 200 Traffic Tickets for Safety
Kansas City, Missouri, October 26, 2025 News Summary In a recent targeted operation, the Kansas City Police Department’s Traffic Unit issued over 200 traffic tickets aimed at enhancing road safety, particularly...
Kansas City Man Charged with Murder in Drug Overdose Case
Kansas City, Missouri, October 26, 2025 News Summary A Kansas City man, Angel Esparza, has been charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter related to the drug overdose deaths of two...
Overland Park City Council Election Addresses Housing Needs
Overland Park, October 26, 2025 News Summary Overland Park is bracing for an expected influx of 10,000 new residents in the coming decade. The upcoming city council election highlights critical housing...
KCFD Captain Charged with Harassment and Assault
Kansas City, Missouri, October 25, 2025 News Summary A Kansas City Fire Department captain has been charged with first-degree harassment and misdemeanor assault following an alleged attack on a fellow firefighter...
Belton Police Seek Public’s Help to Find Missing Teen
Belton, Missouri, October 25, 2025 News Summary The Belton Police Department is requesting assistance in locating 14-year-old Dalonte Dixon, who went missing recently near Dauphine Street and Toulouse Street. Described as...
Kansas City Man Charged in Fentanyl Overdose Deaths
Kansas City, Missouri, October 25, 2025 News Summary Angel Esparza, a Kansas City resident, faces multiple serious charges, including second-degree murder, in connection to the deaths of two coworkers from fentanyl...
POLITICS
Wyandotte County Residents Prepare for Mayoral Election
Wyandotte County, October 27, 2025 News Summary Residents of Wyandotte County are preparing for a critical election on November 4, where they will choose a new mayor and CEO to lead...
Kansas City Man Charged with Murder in Drug Overdose Case
Kansas City, Missouri, October 26, 2025 News Summary A Kansas City man, Angel Esparza, has been charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter related to the drug overdose deaths of two...
Overland Park City Council Election Addresses Housing Needs
Overland Park, October 26, 2025 News Summary Overland Park is bracing for an expected influx of 10,000 new residents in the coming decade. The upcoming city council election highlights critical housing...
Belton Police Seek Public’s Help to Find Missing Teen
Belton, Missouri, October 25, 2025 News Summary The Belton Police Department is requesting assistance in locating 14-year-old Dalonte Dixon, who went missing recently near Dauphine Street and Toulouse Street. Described as...
William Sipple Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Kansas City Shooting
Kansas City, October 24, 2025 News Summary William Sipple, 40, has been charged with second-degree murder following a shooting incident in Kansas City’s 18th and Vine District. The shooting occurred on...
Kansas City Police Request Assistance in Finding Missing Teen
Kansas City, Missouri, October 23, 2025 News Summary The Kansas City Police Department is seeking the public’s help to locate 15-year-old Kayden Nguyen, who is missing and endangered. Last seen on...
Honeywell Facility Furloughs 1,600 Workers Amid Shutdown
Kansas City, Missouri, October 23, 2025 News Summary The Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies facility in Kansas City has announced the furlough of approximately 1,600 union workers due to the ongoing...
Juvenile in Custody After Altercation Outside Liberty High School
Kansas City, Missouri, October 22, 2025 News Summary A juvenile is in custody following an altercation with a school resource officer outside Liberty High School in Kansas City, Mo. The incident...
Frank White Jr. Recall Marks Historic Change in Jackson County
Jackson County, October 21, 2025 News Summary In a historic move, Jackson County voters have overwhelmingly voted to recall County Executive Frank White Jr. with an 85-15 split. This unprecedented recall...
Kansas City Residents Rally Against Trump’s Policies
Kansas City, Missouri, October 20, 2025 News Summary On Saturday, Kansas City area residents participated in the ‘No Kings’ protests, organized by Indivisible. Demonstrators chanted and expressed concerns over Trump’s leadership,...
CRIME
Officer-Involved Shooting Under Investigation in Buckner
Buckner, Missouri, October 27, 2025 News Summary The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Buckner, Missouri. The incident began with a high-speed pursuit that ended in a...
Kansas City Police Issue Over 200 Traffic Tickets for Safety
Kansas City, Missouri, October 26, 2025 News Summary In a recent targeted operation, the Kansas City Police Department’s Traffic Unit issued over 200 traffic tickets aimed at enhancing road safety, particularly...
Kansas City Man Charged with Murder in Drug Overdose Case
Kansas City, Missouri, October 26, 2025 News Summary A Kansas City man, Angel Esparza, has been charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter related to the drug overdose deaths of two...
KCFD Captain Charged with Harassment and Assault
Kansas City, Missouri, October 25, 2025 News Summary A Kansas City Fire Department captain has been charged with first-degree harassment and misdemeanor assault following an alleged attack on a fellow firefighter...
Kansas City Man Charged in Fentanyl Overdose Deaths
Kansas City, Missouri, October 25, 2025 News Summary Angel Esparza, a Kansas City resident, faces multiple serious charges, including second-degree murder, in connection to the deaths of two coworkers from fentanyl...
Two Homicides Rock Kansas City Community
Kansas City, Missouri, October 24, 2025 News Summary Kansas City is grappling with the aftermath of two separate homicides linked to gun violence within hours of each other. The first victim,...
ECONOMY
Community Supports Teacher After Controversial Termination
Overland Park, Kansas, October 23, 2025 News Summary Barbara Hart, an acclaimed elementary teacher in the Blue Valley School District, was terminated for physically assisting a special needs student. This action...
Kansas City’s Innovative Public Transportation History and Future
Kansas City, Missouri, October 23, 2025 News Summary Kansas City has a rich history of public transportation innovation, spearheaded by Robert Gillham’s contributions in the late 19th century. From the first...
Missouri policy news: What parents need to know about school funding changes
Kansas City, Missouri, August 27, 2025 Missouri lawmakers and a new statewide task force are proposing major changes that could reshape how Kansas City schools are funded and run. Key developments...
Missouri government updates: What small businesses must do now
Kansas City, MO, August 27, 2025 Kansas City small businesses face a wave of state changes that affect payroll, taxes, disaster relief and access to capital. A paid sick-leave requirement has...
Economic Challenges and Opportunities for Latino Entrepreneurs in Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri, August 10, 2025 News Summary Kansas City hosted the UnidosUS Conference, where over 1,500 Latino advocates and entrepreneurs gathered to address the systemic barriers Latino businesses face. Keynote...
Bar K Closes All Locations Amid Economic Challenges
News Summary Bar K, a popular dog-friendly establishment with locations in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Oklahoma City, has closed all its locations due to economic pressures and construction issues....
Kansas City Community Gardens Faces Funding Uncertainty
News Summary Kansas City Community Gardens is experiencing a financial crisis due to a lack of expected federal funding, resulting in a budget shortfall of over $310,000. Despite these challenges,...
Kansas City to Redesign Broadway Boulevard for Safety
News Summary Kansas City is planning a major redesign of Broadway Boulevard to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. This project, part of a ‘road diet,’ will involve lane reductions,...
Missouri Governor Announces $50.8 Billion Budget Cuts
News Summary Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has proposed a budget of $50.8 billion for the upcoming fiscal year, resulting in $511 million in cuts to community services in the Kansas...
Kansas City’s Job Market Faces Growing Challenges
News Summary Kansas City is grappling with a tough job market, where low wages, federal layoffs, and economic risks threaten employment opportunities. With an unemployment rate of 4.2%, the impact...
SPORT
How to get VIP access at Kansas City events: easy upgrades, presales & seat hacks
Kansas City, MO, August 29, 2025 A local guide to getting the most from Kansas City events without overspending or stressing. Learn how VIP packages, presales, and smart seat selection can...
Kansas City weekend events when it rains: best indoor alternatives & timing tips
Kansas City, MO, August 28, 2025 When rain threatens weekend plans in Kansas City, this street-smart guide helps you pivot to indoor fun. From the Kauffman Center and Union Station’s Science...
How to survive outdoor Kansas City events: packing, parking & weather plans
Kansas City, MO, August 28, 2025 This practical guide helps locals and visitors enjoy Kansas City outdoor events by focusing on smart packing, parking strategies, and seasonal weather tips. Learn what...
Why Kansas City events sell out — smart ticket hacks to always get in
Kansas City, MO, August 28, 2025 Tired of missing out on sold-out concerts, playoff games and festival weekends in Kansas City? This street-smart guide walks through proven tactics: mark official release...
Kansas City attractions accessible guide: stroller, wheelchair and low-walk stops
Kansas City, MO, August 28, 2025 A local guide to navigating Kansas City with minimal walking and maximum ease. This piece highlights wheelchair- and stroller-friendly attractions — from the Kansas City...
Things to do in Kansas City for First-Time Visitors: Hit the Best Stops Fast
Kansas City, MO, August 28, 2025 Whether you’re a lifelong local or stopping in for a weekend, this blunt guide cuts through the fluff and highlights what’s worth your time in...
DISASTERS
Vacant Apartment Fire in Kansas City Sparks Concerns
Kansas City, Missouri, October 26, 2025 News Summary A significant two-alarm fire engulfed a vacant apartment building in the 3500 block of Euclid, Kansas City. Firefighters battled heavy flames and radiant...
Vacant House Fires Under Investigation in Kansas City and Arkansas City
Kansas City, Missouri, October 17, 2025 News Summary Authorities are investigating two house fires that occurred in Kansas City, Missouri and Arkansas City, Kansas. Both fires broke out in vacant homes...
Kansas City Police Issue Endangered SILVER Advisory for Missing Man
Kansas City, Missouri, October 13, 2025 News Summary The Kansas City Police Department has issued an Endangered SILVER Advisory for 60-year-old Michael T. Garcia, who has dementia and went missing. Last...
Tree Trimmer in Critical Condition After Electrocution in Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri, October 9, 2025 News Summary A tree trimmer is in critical condition after sustaining serious injuries from electrocution in Kansas City, Missouri. The incident occurred at 1:12 PM...
Pregnant Woman Shot in Kansas City, Unborn Son Lost
Kansas City, October 8, 2025 News Summary In a tragic incident in Sugar Creek, Ally Marshall was shot while driving, resulting in the loss of her unborn son. Her husband, Austin,...
Fire Incidents Raise Safety Concerns in Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri, October 6, 2025 News Summary Recent fire incidents in Kansas City have raised concerns about public safety, leading to investigations and support for affected families. A house fire...
Missouri weather alerts: where to get reliable warnings and what to do
Kansas City, MO, August 29, 2025 Kansas City residents and visitors should use multiple alert systems and a simple plan to stay safe when severe weather hits. This guide explains how...
Missouri government updates: 7 steps renters & homeowners need today
Kansas City, Missouri, August 29, 2025 Missouri enacted a package of housing and tax changes that affect Kansas City renters, homeowners, small businesses and visitors. Key moves include repeal of the...
Fire at Historic Building in Kansas City Leads to Rescues
Kansas City, August 17, 2025 News Summary A significant fire broke out at Mabry Hall in Kansas City early Wednesday morning. Firefighters rescued three residents who faced smoke inhalation. While the...
Tragic Storm Fatality in Shenandoah, Iowa
Shenandoah, Iowa, August 12, 2025 News Summary A severe storm in Shenandoah, Iowa, resulted in the tragic death of 42-year-old Brian Seago from Kansas City, Missouri. While camping for a biking...
HEALTH
Wyandotte County Residents Prepare for Mayoral Election
Wyandotte County, October 27, 2025 News Summary Residents of Wyandotte County are preparing for a critical election on November 4, where they will choose a new mayor and CEO to lead...
Kansas City Man Charged with Murder in Drug Overdose Case
Kansas City, Missouri, October 26, 2025 News Summary A Kansas City man, Angel Esparza, has been charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter related to the drug overdose deaths of two...
Overland Park City Council Election Addresses Housing Needs
Overland Park, October 26, 2025 News Summary Overland Park is bracing for an expected influx of 10,000 new residents in the coming decade. The upcoming city council election highlights critical housing...
Belton Police Seek Public’s Help to Find Missing Teen
Belton, Missouri, October 25, 2025 News Summary The Belton Police Department is requesting assistance in locating 14-year-old Dalonte Dixon, who went missing recently near Dauphine Street and Toulouse Street. Described as...
William Sipple Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Kansas City Shooting
Kansas City, October 24, 2025 News Summary William Sipple, 40, has been charged with second-degree murder following a shooting incident in Kansas City’s 18th and Vine District. The shooting occurred on...
Kansas City Police Request Assistance in Finding Missing Teen
Kansas City, Missouri, October 23, 2025 News Summary The Kansas City Police Department is seeking the public’s help to locate 15-year-old Kayden Nguyen, who is missing and endangered. Last seen on...
Honeywell Facility Furloughs 1,600 Workers Amid Shutdown
Kansas City, Missouri, October 23, 2025 News Summary The Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies facility in Kansas City has announced the furlough of approximately 1,600 union workers due to the ongoing...
Juvenile in Custody After Altercation Outside Liberty High School
Kansas City, Missouri, October 22, 2025 News Summary A juvenile is in custody following an altercation with a school resource officer outside Liberty High School in Kansas City, Mo. The incident...
Frank White Jr. Recall Marks Historic Change in Jackson County
Jackson County, October 21, 2025 News Summary In a historic move, Jackson County voters have overwhelmingly voted to recall County Executive Frank White Jr. with an 85-15 split. This unprecedented recall...
Kansas City Residents Rally Against Trump’s Policies
Kansas City, Missouri, October 20, 2025 News Summary On Saturday, Kansas City area residents participated in the ‘No Kings’ protests, organized by Indivisible. Demonstrators chanted and expressed concerns over Trump’s leadership,...
SHOWBIZ
Delays Push Opening of Rock Island Bridge Redevelopment
Kansas City, Missouri, October 27, 2025 Flying Truss Flying Truss is a company dedicated to transforming historic infrastructure into vibrant community spaces. With a focus on innovative redevelopment projects, it specializes...
Afterword Tavern & Shelves Expands with Morning Coffee Service
Kansas City, MO, October 26, 2025 Afterword Tavern & Shelves Afterword Tavern & Shelves is a unique bar-bookstore hybrid located in the Crossroads Arts District of Kansas City. Established as a...
Leila’s Hair Museum to Close After Nearly 70 Years
Independence, MO, October 20, 2025 Leila’s Hair Museum Leila’s Hair Museum, located in Independence, Missouri, was established in 1986 by Leila Cohoon, a passionate advocate for the preservation of hair art....
W. Dave Keith: Celebrating Kansas City Through Art
Kansas City, Missouri, October 18, 2025 W. Dave Keith Art Studio W. Dave Keith Art Studio is a vibrant Kansas City-based art enterprise founded by W. Dave Keith, a multifaceted artist...
Kansas City Hotels Recognized in Condé Nast Traveler Rankings
Kansas City, Missouri, October 15, 2025 Kansas City Hospitality Group Kansas City Hospitality Group is a prominent hotel management and development company based in Kansas City, Missouri. With a focus on...
Three Kansas City Hotels Ranked Among Best in Midwest
Kansas City, Missouri, October 14, 2025 Kansas City Hospitality Group Kansas City Hospitality Group is a premier hotel management and hospitality company based in Kansas City, Missouri. With a strong reputation...
Kansas City Welcomes New Jazz Club: Ted’s Taproom
Kansas City, October 9, 2025 Copaken Brooks Copaken Brooks is a prominent development company based in Kansas City, renowned for its expertise in creating vibrant urban spaces and revitalization projects. Established...
How to plan a Kansas City nightlife date night: romantic bars, live music & late meals
Kansas City, MO, August 29, 2025 This guide to Kansas City after dark highlights intimate cocktail bars, live music venues, and late-night dining options ideal for date nights. From plush speakeasies...
Kansas City nightlife: best late-night BBQ, cocktails & where locals go
Kansas City, MO, August 29, 2025 Kansas City’s after-dark scene serves up smoky barbecue, intimate speakeasies, rooftop champagne lounges, jazz rooms, and arcade bars. This quick guide highlights top late-night barbecue...
Kansas City weekend events for introverts: low-crowd shows, parks and quiet cafes
Kansas City, MO, August 29, 2025 This guide highlights Kansas City’s quieter corners for visitors and locals who prefer low-noise, low-crowd experiences. It recommends intimate live-music and theater venues, peaceful parks...
TECH UPDATES
Kansas City Tech Sector Poised for Growth Amid Challenges
Kansas City, Missouri, October 8, 2025 KC Tech Council The KC Tech Council is a leading industry organization representing nearly 200 member companies dedicated to fostering growth and workforce development within...
How to invest in the Missouri economy’s next growth sectors
Kansas City, Missouri, August 28, 2025 Kansas City sits at the center of Missouri’s fastest-growing industries, from fintech, AI and cybersecurity to advanced manufacturing, agribusiness, biotech, logistics and real estate. Venture...
How to find high-paying jobs in the changing Missouri economy
Kansas City, MO, August 27, 2025 Kansas City’s economy is shifting, and high-paying roles are concentrated in healthcare, technology, and finance. This guide explains which industries to target, the certifications and...
ScaleUP! Kansas City Launches 15th Cohort for Local Entrepreneurs
Kansas City, Missouri, August 19, 2025 ScaleUP! Kansas City ScaleUP! Kansas City is a prominent entrepreneurial development program supported by the Missouri Small Business Development Center at UMKC and the Ewing...
Kansas City Faces Water Concerns as Tech Expands
Kansas City, MO, August 13, 2025 Meta Platforms Inc. Meta Platforms Inc., formerly known as Facebook, Inc., is a leading technology company founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg and his college...
Raven Space Systems Relocates Headquarters to Broomfield
Broomfield, Colorado, August 12, 2025 Raven Space Systems Founded in 2020 as Raven 3D Printing by co-founders Blake Herren and Ryan Cowdrey, Raven Space Systems is an innovative company specializing in...
Kansas City Natives Launch App to Combat Loneliness
Kansas City, Missouri, August 1, 2025 TAP TAP is an innovative social connection app founded by Kansas City natives Amin Wakas and Max Nelson. Launched two years ago, the platform aims...
Kansas City Launches AI-Powered Platform for Local Engagement
Resonus Resonus is a Kansas City-based technology company founded to enhance community engagement and local government transparency through AI-driven solutions. Its flagship platform, also named Resonus, is an innovative political...
Cultural Insights from the 1 Million Cups Event in Kansas City
1 Million Cups 1 Million Cups is a community program organized by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation to support and promote entrepreneurship across the United States and internationally. Since its...
Kansas City Companies Recognized as Top Workplaces for 2025
27Global 27Global is an innovative IT company headquartered in Leawood, Kansas City. Established with a focus on delivering cutting-edge technology solutions, the company has grown to become a recognized leader...