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Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Kansas City News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Kansas City—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Kansas City News…
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Severe Weather Alert for KC Tonight | Kansas City News
Severe weather is brewing for Kansas City as a storm system rolls in, with the biggest threat hitting Tuesday night from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. Wednesday —…
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Residents Sue City Over AI Data Center Ballot | Kansas City News
In a small town of under 2,000 people, residents are fighting back against a proposed AI data center with a historic ballot initiative — only to face a lawsuit…
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Youth Curfew for SantaCaliGon Days | Kansas City News
Independence is cracking down on underage partying at this year’s SantaCaliGon Days Festival with a new youth curfew—6 PM to 6 AM from the Thursday before…
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Leawood Welcomes New Fire Chief | Kansas City News
Leawood Welcomes New Fire Chief | Kansas City News
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Balls Food Stores Moves to New HQ | Kansas City News
Balls Food Stores just made headlines by snagging a brand-new corporate HQ in Mission, Kansas — a sleek 12,927-square-foot building at 5830 Woodson that’ll…
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Independence Tightens Data Center Rules | Kansas City News
Independence is rolling out stricter rules for new data centers and battery storage after community backlash over the Nebius project, mandating minimum…
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Leawood Fire Chief Gets New Leader | Kansas City News
Leawood’s fire department just got a legendary new chief—Andrew Grove, a 28-year veteran of the Overland Park Fire Department and a fifth-generation…
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Penn State Fraternity Cocaine Ring | Kansas City News
Fourteen people, including five Penn State students, face charges in a massive cocaine trafficking ring centered around two off-campus fraternities, with…
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Fire Captain Charged After Parking Garage Attack | Kansas City News
A Kansas City fire captain is facing felony charges after allegedly plowing into a man in a hospital parking garage—knocking his shoe off and pushing him—while…
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Royals Stadium Deal Breakdown | Kansas City News
The Royals are rolling out a $1B downtown stadium with a major community twist: they’re pledging $55M over 30-40 years to keep Kansas City thriving. That…
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81 Dogs Rescued in Kansas City Chaos | Kansas City News
Eighty-one dogs rescued from a single Kansas City home after authorities responded to reports of aggressive animals—owners arrested, community volunteers and…
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Anonymous Tips Save Lives | Kansas City News
An anonymous tip can change everything—like the one that cracked the Ali Kemp murder case and led to a 50-year sentence. Over 179,000 tips in 32 years have…
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Rockhurst Leads AI Ethics with Pope Meetup | Kansas City News
Rockhurst University is setting the standard for ethical AI education, thanks to a historic meeting between President Dr. Sandra Cassady and Pope Leo the…
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Plaintiff With Criminal Past Sparks Legal Firestorm | Kansas City News
Missouri’s Attorney General is suing Kansas City over a biased contracting system, but the lead plaintiff—Charles Cacioppo Jr.—has a shady past, including a…
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Fire Captain Charged in Parking Garage Attack | Kansas City News
A Kansas City fire captain is facing serious charges after allegedly ramming a man in a hospital parking garage—claiming the victim blocked his spot while…
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Fire Captain Accused in Parking Garage Assault | Kansas City News
A 60-year-old fire captain, Thad Lauritzen, faces serious charges after allegedly using his truck to strike a man in a KU Medical Center parking garage—then…
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Western Auto Sign Lights Up Again | Kansas City News
The iconic Western Auto sign in Kansas City is finally back on the horizon—set to blaze neon red again this Tuesday night. After a year-long hiatus due to…
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Girl Scouts Paint Kansas Wildlife Mural | Kansas City News
Eighteen young Girl Scouts from Troop 2856 transformed a dull downtown wall into a vibrant, eye-catching mural titled “Endangered, Not Forgotten,” spotlighting…
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Rasheed Turner Convicted in Layla Freeman Murder | Kansas City News
Twenty-six-year-old Rasheed Turner was convicted of first-degree murder and armed criminal action after fatally shooting his ex-girlfriend, twenty-one-year-old…
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Western Auto Sign Finally Back On | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s legendary Western Auto sign is finally back—and this time, it’s staying lit for good. After a 74-year history, months of restoration, and a…
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Student Hit Near Prairie Star School | Kansas City News
Student Hit Near Prairie Star School | Kansas City News
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Severe Storms Possible Tuesday | Kansas City News
Severe weather is brewing—prepare for possible hail, damaging winds, and even tornadoes starting Tuesday afternoon. A storm system forming Monday night over…
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Severe Storms Possible Tuesday | Kansas City News
Severe weather is brewing—prepare for possible hail, damaging winds, and even tornadoes starting Tuesday afternoon. A storm system forming Monday night over…
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I-435 Northbound Gridlock at Front Street | Kansas City News
I-435 Northbound Gridlock at Front Street | Kansas City News
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Surveillance Cameras Under Attack | Kansas City News
Two surveillance cameras in Kansas City are missing or damaged— one cut from its pole, another stolen— sparking debate over privacy vs. public safety. Locals…
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Fentanyl Found in Daycare Bathroom | Kansas City News
A 43-year-old man, Courtney McGee Cannon, just admitted to trafficking fentanyl—three counts—and his story is wild: he dropped a baggie in a daycare bathroom…
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Fentanyl Found in Topeka Childcare Restroom | Kansas City News
A 43-year-old man, Courtney McGee Cannon, just pleaded guilty to federal drug charges after dropping a fentanyl baggie at a Kansas childcare center—where kids…
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Two Semis Crash on I-70 | Kansas City News
Two big rigs collided early Friday on I-70 between Lawrence and Bonner Springs, shutting down eastbound lanes for hours and forcing major traffic…
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Platte County Tax Credit Saves Homeowners | Kansas City News
Platte County just dropped a major tax relief bombshell for homeowners: a new homestead credit caps your property tax hikes at 5% or inflation—whichever’s…
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Kansas City Fires Stay Contained | Kansas City News
Kansas City firefighters raced to two vacant houses on fire Thursday night, battling flames from the outside after it became too dangerous to enter — and…
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Ottawa’s Data Center Dilemma | Kansas City News
Ottawa’s city commissioners face a ticking clock as a petition to ban data centers over 25 megawatts hits 658 signatures—forcing a November vote if not…
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North Lawn Apartments Crisis Resolved | Kansas City News
Kansas City council just passed a new ordinance to speed up emergency repairs at North Lawn Apartments, where residents have endured weeks without power, hot…
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West Bottoms Revival Hits Eighth Street | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s West Bottoms is getting a major makeover as the Borman Group pours $16 million into reviving eight historic industrial buildings on Eighth…
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Tragedy in Winfield Shocks Community | Kansas City News
A heartbreaking tragedy struck Winfield this past Tuesday when a man killed his wife and three children before taking his own life. Though the children weren’t…
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80-Year-Old Inmate Dies in Kansas Prison | Kansas City News
80-Year-Old Inmate Dies in Kansas Prison | Kansas City News
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KCKPS Defies DOJ on Trans Student Policies | Kansas City News
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is defiantly challenging federal claims that its transgender student policies violate FERPA, insisting they never block…
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LeVota Seeks Trial Delay Amid Bribery Accusations | Kansas City News
Phil LeVota, Jackson County’s interim executive, is fighting to delay his federal bribery trial from September 2026 to April 2027, citing the need for more…
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Tragic Two-Car Crash on US 69 | Kansas City News
A tragic two-car crash on U.S. 69 near 159th Street left one woman dead and two children injured after a sudden stop by a 2021 Honda caused the other vehicle…
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Nickel & Suede Returns to Roots | Kansas City News
Nickel & Suede is making a triumphant return to its roots, packing up from Oakwood Business Park to reopen downtown Liberty in September — the very spot where…
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Luke Combs Returns to Arrowhead | Kansas City News
Luke Combs is bringing his “My Kinda Saturday Night Tour” back to Arrowhead Stadium on May 15, 2027 — just one of twelve massive stadium shows he’s planning…
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Rodney Marshall Gets Life for Double Murder Spree | Kansas City News
Fifty-five-year-old Rodney Marshall from Lawrence just got life in prison for a brutal 2022 crime spree that left two men dead—first shooting Shelby McCoy…
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Shawnee Bans Resident Fireworks | Kansas City News
Shawnee just shut down personal fireworks for good—city council voted 7-1 to ban both sales and use after four years of chaos. Safety, noise, trash, pets, and…
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Tragic Rollover Claims Life of Young Mother | Kansas City News
A horrific rollover crash on U.S. 69 in Overland Park claimed the life of 23-year-old Faith Lockett, who wasn’t wearing a seatbelt, while two young…
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Missouri Legal Stars Rise in Trump Admin | Kansas City News
Will Scharf, a 40-year-old former federal prosecutor and White House staff secretary, has been tapped as White House counsel — a major legal role advising the…
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Wet Hot Summer Finds Its Fans | Kansas City News
Wet Hot American Summer, the cult comedy that bombed in theaters but soared on cable, is back for its 25th anniversary—and it’s still wild. Starring future…
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Andrew Armstrong Rising with Chiefs | Kansas City News
Andrew Armstrong, the Chiefs’ second-year wide receiver, is quietly dominating training camp and turning heads with his blend of size, speed, and route-running…
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Pleasanton’s Water Crisis Gets a Fix | Kansas City News
Pleasanton’s city council just approved a $345,000 bond to fix crumbling infrastructure at the city’s sole water source — failing pumps and a leaky roof — with…
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Western Auto Sign Restored to Glory | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s legendary Western Auto sign is back on, glowing brighter than ever after a two-month restoration that swapped in 3,000 new bulbs and revived…
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Popeyes Sued Over Deadly Delivery Incident | Kansas City News
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Popeyes after a 28-year-old delivery driver was fatally shot at a Kansas City location on January 31st. The…
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Zum Bus Chaos Hits Shawnee Mission | Kansas City News
Parents in the Shawnee Mission School District are furious as the new bus provider, Zum, faces a rocky start with major delays, broken tracking apps, and…
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New KC Community College Campus Opens Downtown | Kansas City News
Kansas City Kansas Community College just dropped a $67 million downtown campus at 7th and State, opening August 17 with classes in general ed, ESL, GED prep…
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Shooting Leaves Grandmother and Grandson Injured | Kansas City News
A brutal shooting near 34th and Park left four people injured—including a grandmother and her two-year-old grandson, both shot in the back—shattering the…
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81 Dogs Rescued From One House | Kansas City News
Kansas City, Kansas cops responded to a bizarre call about fighting dogs — only to discover 81 pups holed up in a house nearby, with the owner already facing…
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Daron’s Second Chance with SAVE KC | Kansas City News
SAVE KC is turning lives around in Kansas City by offering real alternatives to crime—like Daron Fry, who transformed from a probation-breaking teen into a…
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City Buys Historic Home for Downtown Future | Kansas City News
Merriam City Council just voted to buy a historic 1920s home on Merriam Drive — a strategic move to anchor future downtown development. Located at 536 Merriam…
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Young Woman Hit by Car in Warrensburg | Kansas City News
Young Woman Hit by Car in Warrensburg | Kansas City News
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Douglas County’s Cash Surprises | Kansas City News
Douglas County’s finances are looking strong—with a $3 million jump in its general operating fund and over $25 million on hand, despite dipping into reserves…
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LeVota Set for April Trial | Kansas City News
Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota is set to go on trial April 19, 2027, after a federal judge denied his request to delay — forcing him to face serious…
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Smith Out, Line Shuffled for Depth | Kansas City News
Trey Smith’s hip injury has sidelined him for over a week, forcing him to miss the team’s first preseason game and potentially more — but his experience makes…
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Judge Restores License for Trans Woman | Kansas City News
A Kansas judge has temporarily restored a transgender woman’s driver’s license, ruling that the state’s new SB 244 law—which mandates licenses match sex at…