Shows / Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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…
Episodes
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Meta Pays Billions for Youth Mental Health Damage | Kansas City News
Meta just paid $17.1 billion to settle lawsuits claiming Instagram harmed teens’ mental health—47 states including Kansas ($134M) and Missouri ($100–150M) will…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Missouri Cuts Books for Kids | Kansas City News
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Missouri is on the brink after state funding was slashed from $6 million to $2 million, threatening its survival past…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Simmons Injury Tests Chiefs' OL Depth | Kansas City News
Chiefs’ offensive line hit a major snag as rookie tackle Josh Simmons, picked 32nd overall, sits out with a lower-back injury—missing practice and the second…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kansas City Council Vacancy Update | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s political landscape is shifting as Tracey Lewis steps down from her role leading the Economic Development Corporation, paving the way for…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Reforming Missouri's Self Defense Laws | Kansas City News
Missouri’s self-defense laws are under fire as prosecutor Melesa Johnson pushes for reform—not to disarm citizens, but to clarify when deadly force is truly…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
After Tragedy, Aviation Safety Stalls | Kansas City News
A tragic midair collision in January 2025 that killed 67 people has reignited the push for aviation safety reform, but political gridlock threatens to stall…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Defense Argues Pre-Existing Conditions Caused Death | Kansas City News
A medical expert for the defense in the case of Deputy Richard Fatherley claims Charles Adair’s death was likely due to his severe pre-existing health…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
FERPA Clash Over Gender Identity Records | Kansas City News
Federal education and justice departments are preparing legal action against two Kansas City school districts, Olathe and Shawnee Mission, over alleged…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Storm Aftermath and Power Struggles | Kansas City News
Powerful storms left Kansas City, Kansas residents without power for days, sparking a community response from Operation BBQ Relief, the Salvation Army, and…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kansas Towns Battle Data Center Rules | Kansas City News
Kansas towns are turning to a quirky state law to force local elections on data center rules — but courts are splitting over whether these petitions are…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Voices Against Domestic Violence | Kansas City News
Every minute in America, 32 people become victims of domestic violence—real lives shattered by fear. In Kansas City, a bold community effort called Voices…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Church in Ruins, Faith Still Standing | Kansas City News
A devastating storm tore through Kansas City, Kansas, ripping apart the Roswell Church of Christ’s sanctuary — but the congregation isn’t broken. Instead, they…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Honoring Officer Simoncic’s Legacy | Kansas City News
A street in Kansas City, Kansas, now honors Officer Hunter Simoncic with a new name—Officer Hunter Simoncic Boulevard—just one year after his tragic death in…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Deputy Finds Himself After 6-Day Wyoming Climb | Kansas City News
Missouri Deputy Attorney General Shaun Mackelprang vanished during a grueling solo climb of Gannett Peak in Wyoming—six days later, he was found alive near…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Security Officer Fires in Westport Incident | Kansas City News
A tense confrontation erupted in Westport around 2:15 PM when a security officer fired his weapon during a physical altercation with a patron—no police…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Weatherby Meadows Grows Again | Kansas City News
New housing boom hits Platte County as Weatherby Meadows expands with 30 homes on 7.6 acres near the airport—just the latest in a wave of growth fueled by…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Southwest Trafficway Lane Closed | Kansas City News
Kansas City drivers, brace yourselves—there’s a major road closure on the left southbound lane of Southwest Trafficway between 28th and 31st streets, near Penn…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Sinkhole Closes Southwest Trafficway | Kansas City News
Sinkhole Closes Southwest Trafficway | Kansas City News
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Missouri Rejects 273 Vanity Plates | Kansas City News
Missouri’s license plate office has rejected 273 custom plate designs in the past year—many for being offensive, profane, or politically charged. From obvious…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Three Smashed Windows One Frustrated Neighbor | Kansas City News
A Hyde Park woman’s frustration boils over after three of her car windows are smashed in under a month—costing her nearly $1,100 in repairs. She’s not alone…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Weekend Fun: Music, Dogs, and Yoga | Kansas City News
This weekend’s packed with fun: jazz legends and rising stars celebrate Charlie Parker at the Folly Theater, families gather for a free anti-violence park fest…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kansas City Heatwave Incoming | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s sweet late-summer weather is about to turn up the heat—expect temps soaring into the 90s and humidity making it feel like 100 by weekend, with…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kansas City Housing Market Surges | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s housing market is heating up—median home prices jumped $11,475 year-over-year, outpacing the national average, while still staying under $400K…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Parkville Rides Holiday Wave to Hallmark Fame | Kansas City News
Parkville, Missouri is officially a top 25 finalist in Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Towns contest — and locals are thrilled their festive charm finally gets…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Dillons to Fill JCPenney Spot in Bolger Square | Kansas City News
Dillons is set to move into the vacant JCPenney space in Bolger Square, with Phillips Edison Group already winning Planning Commission approval to rezone and…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Dolly Parton’s Unwavering Support for Chely Wright | Kansas City News
Chely Wright reveals how Dolly Parton’s unwavering support became a lifeline when she came out in 2010, offering not just encouragement but profound emotional…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Man Wanted in Carroll County Double Homicide | Kansas City News
A deadly chase is underway in rural Missouri as authorities hunt for 48-year-old Ryan Munson, charged with double murder and considered armed and dangerous…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Four-Year-Old Struck by Amazon Van | Kansas City News
A four-year-old boy, Tadens Joseph, was fatally struck by an Amazon delivery van in Kansas City on May 4, 2026, while playing near his home. The driver…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Session Taco Closing in Kansas City | Kansas City News
Session Taco is closing its doors for good in Kansas City’s East Crossroads after a nine-year run — but don’t miss your last chance to savor their…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Olathe Head Start Gets Boost Amid Federal Threat | Kansas City News
Olathe Public Schools just landed a $1.9 million federal grant to supercharge its Head Start program, boosting early education, healthcare, and family support…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Camden County Seizes 700lbs at Juggalo Fest | Kansas City News
Camden County, Missouri, law enforcement wrapped up a high-stakes week at the Gathering of the Juggalos, seizing over 700 pounds of illegal drugs including…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Meta Settles for $17B to Protect Kids | Kansas City News
Meta just agreed to a $17.1 billion settlement — one of the largest state consumer protection deals ever — to overhaul how kids use Facebook and Instagram…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kansas City EDC Leadership Transition | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s economic engine is shifting gears as Tracey Lewis steps down as President and CEO of the Economic Development Corporation, handing the interim…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Dolly Parton’s Legacy of Imagination and Kindness | Kansas City News
Dolly Parton, music legend and beloved philanthropist, has died at 80, leaving behind a legacy that shaped generations through her art, generosity, and…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Carolyn Long Enters Hall of Fame | Kansas City News
Carolyn Long, Kansas broadcasting icon and KCTV5 anchor for nearly 30 years, is being honored with induction into the Kansas Association of Broadcasters Hall…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Fog Then Heat Again This Weekend | Kansas City News
Kansas City woke up to thick fog Wednesday, prompting safety warnings and reduced visibility—though it was expected to clear by 9 AM. A cold front brought…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kansas City Homicide Hits 86 | Kansas City News
A chilling homicide in Kansas City: around 11:15 PM Tuesday, police found a man dead with gunshot wounds on a porch in Marlborough Heights—this marks the 86th…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Platte City Cameras Stay Extended | Kansas City News
Platte City’s surveillance cameras are staying put—at least until April next year—after the city council extended their contract, sparking mixed reactions from…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
American Royal’s New Campus Unveiled | Kansas City News
The American Royal unveils its jaw-dropping new 400,000-square-foot complex in Kansas City — a game-changer for livestock shows and beyond. Built with $155M in…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Andrea Bough Takes Lead at EDCKC | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s economic development leadership just got a major shakeup: Andrea Bough, longtime City Council member and real estate veteran, has been appointed…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Andrea Bough Takes Helm at EDCKC | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s Economic Development Corporation is stepping into a new era as Councilwoman Andrea Bough takes the reins as interim president and CEO, replacing…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Trooper Hurt in Double Crash | Kansas City News
A Missouri highway patrol trooper suffered serious injuries when struck by a second vehicle while responding to a drunk driving arrest on I-29 and I-35 near…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Blue Springs Launches Neighbor Support Event | Kansas City News
Blue Springs is launching its first major community resource event this Wednesday, bringing together local agencies to help residents access critical services…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kearney’s Pool Dream on the Brink | Kansas City News
For over a decade, Kearney, Missouri, has dreamed of a swimming pool — a dream fueled by local talent like state-record holder Whitaker Steward, who now trains…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kansas City Homicide Under Investigation | Kansas City News
Kansas City Homicide Under Investigation | Kansas City News
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Country Club Plaza Revival Plan | Kansas City News
A $1.49 billion redevelopment plan for the Country Club Plaza is heating up — but taxpayers aren’t on the hook. Port KC is using conduit bonds to lure private…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Olathe’s $75M Santa Fe Street Rebuild | Kansas City News
Olathe is diving headfirst into its biggest infrastructure project yet — a massive rebuild of Santa Fe Street from Ridgeview to Mur Len roads, complete with a…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hometown Subs Brings Fresh Flavor to Lee's Summit | Kansas City News
Lee’s Summit is getting its first true specialty sandwich shop—Hometown Subs—is set to open this fall in downtown, taking over the historic Blue Heron jewelry…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kansas City Chooses Next Police Chief | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s Police Chief Stacey Graves is stepping down—but not before a successor is chosen, sparking a heated debate over how to pick the next leader…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
AG Pushes Forward With KC Contract Lawsuit | Kansas City News
Missouri’s Attorney General is doubling down on a lawsuit against Kansas City, even though the city has already shut down the controversial contracting program…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Volunteers Watch as Immigration Courts Struggle | Kansas City News
In Kansas City, a growing network of volunteers is quietly transforming immigration court transparency—documenting hundreds of hearings each month to bear…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Trooper Seriously Hurt in I-35 Crash | Kansas City News
A Missouri Highway Patrol trooper is in serious condition after being struck by a vehicle during a routine traffic stop on I-35. The crash occurred while the…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Johnson County Property Taxes to Rise | Kansas City News
Johnson County’s property taxes are set to rise next year as commissioners vote to exceed the revenue neutral rate, sparking outrage among homeowners already…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Judges Seek Raise Amid Overloaded Dockets | Kansas City News
Lee’s Summit judges are pushing for a pay raise to match their growing workload, arguing that overflowing dockets and outdated court schedules demand more…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Football Team Brings Water to Neighbors | Kansas City News
When storms hit Kansas City, Washington High School football players didn’t just shelter in place—they became heroes. Despite their own homes damaged and power…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Deputy’s Kneel Sparks Jail Death Trial | Kansas City News
A sheriff’s deputy in Wyandotte County faces second-degree murder charges after a deadly jail altercation with Charles Adair, despite multiple officers…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Dolly Parton’s Last Kansas City Visit | Kansas City News
Kansas City is honoring Dolly Parton through cherished memories of her last visit in August 2024, where she championed her beloved Imagination Library—a…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Trusted Adults Charged in Missouri | Kansas City News
Six trusted adults—including a middle school counselor, teacher, former coach, and Scouting leader—face new federal charges for exploiting minors, as the…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Chiefs Trade for Ezeudu Ahead of Season | Kansas City News
The Chiefs just pulled off a savvy trade, acquiring veteran guard Joshua Ezeudu from the Giants to bolster their offensive line ahead of the season. Ezeudu, a…
- Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
15 Years of Hope for Childhood Cancer | Kansas City News
Fifteen years ago, a mother’s love for her son Braden, who battled rare cancer three times, sparked Braden’s Hope — an organization now pouring over $8.5…