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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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Straight-Line Winds Ravage Raymore | Kansas City News
Straight-line winds hitting 70+ mph tore through Raymore overnight, leaving chaos in their wake—downed trees, shattered buildings, and debris everywhere. Ranch…
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Leavenworth Detention Facility Reopens | Kansas City News
CoreCivic’s Leavenworth detention facility has reopened just nine days after city approval — sparking alarm among residents and officials. Despite strict…
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Run Red Thursday for Chiefs & Charity | Kansas City News
Get ready to run red, rain or shine—join the Chiefs’ annual Red Thursday Run, a virtual 5K you can complete anywhere from Sept. 10–13. Sign up before Sept. 6…
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Jackson County’s Corruption Cycle Continues | Kansas City News
Jackson County’s political turmoil continues as interim County Executive Philip LeVota faces federal bribery charges, accused of offering government jobs to…
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Gardner’s Big Arts District Push | Kansas City News
Gardner, Kansas, is set to transform into a cultural powerhouse with a bold 33-acre arts and entertainment district, featuring concerts, theaters, esports, a…
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Scammers Targeting Families of Jail Inmates | Kansas City News
Scammers are targeting families of inmates at Leavenworth County Jail, posing as cops and promising early release in exchange for cash—often via phone or wire…
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LeVota Indicted in County Executive Race Scandal | Kansas City News
Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota faces five federal bribery charges, accused of offering government jobs to sway the county executive race — he denies all…
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Firefighters Sue Over Speech Ban | Kansas City News
Firefighters in Kansas City, Kansas, are suing the Unified Government in federal court, claiming their First and Fourteenth Amendment rights are being violated…
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Kearney Pool Debate Still Alive | Kansas City News
Kearney’s dream of a public pool is stuck in neutral—despite 20 years of talk, voters keep saying no to the pricey build and maintenance costs, with 70%…
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Whitney Jones Back in Custody | Kansas City News
Whitney Jones, a Kansas City woman with a history of mental health-related legal troubles, was arrested again after missing multiple court dates — including…
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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños | Kansas City News
Salmonella outbreak linked to Chipotle and Qdoba sends shockwaves across 27 states—with 345 cases, mostly tied to jalapeños from Coast Citrus. Chipotle pulled…
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Costco’s Midtown Transformation Approved | Kansas City News
Costco’s Midtown Kansas City location is getting a major makeover — with city approval — turning it into a business hub complete with parking for 25 trucks and…
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LeVota Faces Federal Corruption Charges | Kansas City News
Jackson County’s interim executive, Phil LeVota, is facing serious federal charges including bribery and fraud, accused of offering a rival candidate a…
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Firefighters Sue Over Speech Rights | Kansas City News
Kansas City, Kansas firefighters are suing the Unified Government over a First Amendment clash, claiming they’re being silenced from raising critical safety…
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Jackson County Executive Faces Bribery Charges | Kansas City News
Phil LeVota, interim Jackson County Executive, faces serious federal charges tied to a bribery scheme allegedly aimed at influencing the 2026 election —…
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LeVota Indicted for Election Rigging | Kansas City News
Phil LeVota, interim Jackson County Executive, is facing federal charges after a grand jury indicted him on five counts—including bribery and fraud—for…
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Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Salad Mixes | Kansas City News
A nationwide cyclospora outbreak linked to pre-packaged salad mixes—especially shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico—is causing thousands of illnesses…
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Injury Watch: Key Players Return | Kansas City News
The NFL preseason is off to a rocky start with injury reports piling up—key players like Malik Nabers, Makai Lemon, Kenyon Sadiq, Tank Dell, and Patrick…
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Missouri Voters Reject Tax Overhaul | Kansas City News
Missouri voters delivered a powerful message on August fourth, decisively rejecting two controversial amendments—both backed by Republican leadership—that…
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Creekmoor Storm Leaves Destruction | Kansas City News
A brutal overnight storm slammed Creekmoor, Raymore—trees uprooted, roofs damaged, and hail pounding windows as winds shook houses to their cores. Residents…
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Teen Cyberstalker Pleads Guilty | Kansas City News
A 26-year-old woman named Julianne Grace Willis just pleaded guilty to cyberstalking after a terrifying online campaign targeting a victim in Kansas — sending…
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Kansas City Kids Facing Hunger Surge | Kansas City News
Food insecurity in the Kansas City region is hitting an alarming new high—with one in five kids going without enough to eat, a 17% jump from last year. Over…
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K-10 Interchange Gets Major Boost | Kansas City News
A major $16 million federal grant is accelerating construction at the K-10 and Lone Elm interchange in Lenexa and Olathe, aimed at easing traffic congestion…
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Aldi Coming to Grain Valley | Kansas City News
Grain Valley, a suburb of Kansas City, is set to welcome its very own Aldi — the 20th in the region — opening in January 2027 at 3300 S Outer Road East, just…
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Kansas City Radar Knocked Out by Lightning | Kansas City News
Lightning just took out Kansas City’s weather radar—yes, the one in Pleasant Hill—and it’s down for now. Techs are on site assessing damage, but no ETA for…
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Kansas City Rainstorm Hits Hard | Kansas City News
Kansas City got drenched in a wild downpour late Wednesday into Thursday, with Liberty taking the hardest hit—clocking in at a staggering 4.3 inches. Rain…
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Kansas City Data Center Blocked | Kansas City News
A towering 20-story data center in downtown Kansas City is facing a major roadblock after the City Plan Commission voted to deny it, citing misalignment with…
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Faith Technologies Expands in Olathe | Kansas City News
Faith Technologies is set to transform Olathe’s industrial landscape with a $239 million expansion, building three massive manufacturing facilities on newly…
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California's Fatal Crash Crisis | Kansas City News
When a 23-year-old motorcycle rider dies in a preventable crash, his grieving mother turns into a fierce advocate demanding justice — and systemic change — for…
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Ted Lasso’s Secret KC BBQ Love | Kansas City News
Ted Lasso’s latest season opens with a mouthwatering homage to Kansas City barbecue, as Ted and his British squad devour four massive “president’s trays” at…
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Missouri and Kansas Voters Reject Polarizing Amendments | Kansas City News
Missouri voters turned out in record numbers this Tuesday, decisively rejecting two major amendments—one to restrict initiative petitions and another to scrap…
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Mojo's Coffee Shop: 20 Years of Community | Kansas City News
For two decades, Mojo’s Coffee Shop in Kearney has been more than a caffeine stop—it’s the heartbeat of the community. Through economic storms and pandemic…
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Storms & Heat on the Horizon | Kansas City News
Storms linger through Thursday in the Kansas City area, with flood advisories and watches in effect as heavy rain threatens urban flooding and streams—expect…
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AI License Plate Readers Under Fire | Kansas City News
AI license plate readers are spreading fast—1,500 in Kansas City alone—with companies touting them as tools to find missing people. But critics say they’re…
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Park Hill PTA Fights for Future | Kansas City News
Park Hill’s PTA Clothing Center is buzzing with activity as it helps record numbers of students get dressed for school — handing out 280 outfits and 90 coats…
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Storm Hits Creekmoor Power Outages | Kansas City News
Storm Hits Creekmoor Power Outages | Kansas City News
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Thunderstorms Knock Out Thousands | Kansas City News
Thunderstorms slammed Kansas City early Thursday, plunging nearly 10,000 homes into darkness—especially in Cass County where 7,000 were left without power…
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Mike Maddox Joins CVB Financial Board | Kansas City News
Mike Maddox, ex-CEO of CrossFirst, is now stepping into a major new role as a director at CVB Financial Corp and Citizens Business Bank in Ontario, CA —…
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Colliers Hires Helgeson to Boost KC Presence | Kansas City News
Colliers just leveled up its Kansas City game by bringing in Travis Helgeson, a seasoned 15-year local real estate pro and co-founder of Range Realty Partners…
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Missouri’s Power Shift in Lee’s Summit | Kansas City News
The race for Missouri’s key Senate seat in Lee’s Summit is heating up, with House Speaker Jon Patterson facing off against Democratic Rep. Keri Ingle in a…
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Midtown Station Study Moves Forward | Kansas City News
The long-awaited Midtown Station development at the old Indian Springs Mall site is finally getting serious attention after years of delays and price disputes…
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KC Mayor Race and Police Settlements | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s police department just paid out $24 million in settlements over the past two years—covering 18 cases ranging from wrongful death to…
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AI Gun Detection in Kansas Schools | Kansas City News
Kansas schools are stepping into the future of safety with AI-powered gun detection tech—ZeroEyes scans cameras in seconds, alerts trained veterans, and…
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Kansas Governor Race Turns on Data Centers | Kansas City News
Kansas voters are watching closely as the governor’s race heats up over data centers—where Ty Masterson sticks with tax incentives while Cindy Holscher pivots…
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Ted Lasso Brings Kansas City to the World | Kansas City News
Ted Lasso’s new season drops with a Kansas City love letter—featuring Gates Bar-B-Q, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, and the Country Club Plaza—all getting…
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Ballot Glitch Didn't Change Winner | Kansas City News
A major ballot glitch in Clay County’s election sent 538 ballots missing the Western Commissioner race—but Jon Carpenter still won with 54.12% of the vote…
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Firefighter Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse Material | Kansas City News
A former Kansas City, Kansas firefighter, Dylan Jamescupp, 34, pleaded guilty to child pornography charges after authorities uncovered over 2,000 photos and…
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Missouri Voters Fight Redistricting Referendum | Kansas City News
A Missouri group is suing the Secretary of State over a voter referendum on congressional redistricting, arguing he illegally blocked it despite collecting…
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Missouri District Battle Heats Up | Kansas City News
A Missouri lawsuit is heating up over the redrawn fifth congressional district, which now stretches from Kansas City to Jefferson City after Republican-led…
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Data Center Plans Blocked in KC | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s Plan Commission just rejected a bold proposal to demolish the historic Western Union Newspaper Building in Quality Hill and replace it with a…
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Missouri Tax-Free Weekend for School Supplies | Kansas City News
School supplies just got a little cheaper in Missouri—thanks to a tax-free weekend starting Friday. With costs up nearly 8% this year, skipping sales tax on…
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Three Years Since Officer Jonah Oswald | Kansas City News
Three years after Fairway Police Officer Jonah Oswald’s tragic death in the line of duty, his mother Paula reflects on the enduring pain and profound loss…
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Missouri Voters Reject GOP Tax and Amendment Plans | Kansas City News
Missouri voters delivered a resounding rejection to two major Republican-backed initiatives on election day, shutting down both Amendment Four and Amendment…
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World Fresh Market Opens in KC | Kansas City News
World Fresh Market just dropped a global food bomb in Kansas City — its second location opened Wednesday on Chouteau Trafficway, replacing Sun Fresh and…
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Kansas Teens Named NFL Flag Finalists | Kansas City News
Two Kansas high school stars, Kate Mikuls and Quinn Miles, are lighting up the national flag football scene—nominated as finalists for the 2026 NFL FLAG Player…
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Missouri Voters Reject GOP Ballot Push | Kansas City News
Missouri voters handed a major blow to Republican-backed ballot measures this week, rejecting both Amendment 4 and Amendment 5 in every single county—with…
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Gardner’s Big Entertainment Boost | Kansas City News
Gardner’s about to get a major makeover with the proposed 335-acre Velocity Arts Entertainment, Arts & Education District — featuring a 15,000-seat concert…
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American Fire Restaurant Deal Falls Through | Kansas City News
The American Fire restaurant project for Fairway’s former Houlihan’s spot is officially dead after a breakdown in negotiations between restaurateur Whitney…
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Everbowl Heads to Bluhawk | Kansas City News
Everbowl is set to open its third Kansas City location this summer in the booming Bluhawk development, adding to its existing Brookside and Olathe spots with a…
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Gardner’s Bold New Arts & Entertainment District | Kansas City News
Gardner, Kansas, is set to get a jaw-dropping 335-acre entertainment and education hub dreamed up by Velocity Arts — featuring a 15,000-seat concert hall…