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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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Kansas City Heat Warning This Weekend | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s sweltering heat isn’t letting up—expect near 93°F highs with a heat index over 100°F, even overnight lows in the mid to upper 70s. Storms could…
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Grounded Bats in Kansas and What to Do | Kansas City News
Bats are crashing to the ground in Kansas due to extreme heat — and they might be carrying rabies. Don’t touch them! Use gloves, a bucket, or a blanket to move…
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Bomb Pop's 70-Year Sweet History | Kansas City News
Did you know the Bomb Pop was born in Kansas City in 1955, designed to look like a patriotic Cold War-era bomb? Originally just cherry, lime, and blue…
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Taylor Swift's Best Friend at Her Event | Kansas City News
Taylor Swift’s childhood bestie, Abigail Anderson, turned heads in a yellow silk dress at a Madison Square Garden rehearsal dinner—fueling fan theories she’s a…
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Missouri Governor's Office Under Fire | Kansas City News
Missouri’s latest audit exposes troubling gaps in former Governor Mike Parson’s use of state aircraft—58 of 174 flights lacked justification, sparking taxpayer…
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Sauced Is Back Bigger Better | Kansas City News
Sauced is roaring back bigger and better—right across the street from their old spot—with a 2,000-square-foot space, air conditioning, and room for 40+ guests…
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Travis Kelce’s Cleveland Roots | Kansas City News
Travis Kelce’s rise from Cleveland Heights soccer fields to NFL stardom is full of hilarious, heartwarming moments—like accidentally kicking a ball at his…
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Drone Over Crash Scene Sparks Alert | Kansas City News
Drones over emergency scenes? Sheriff Chad Anderson in Bates County, Missouri, is sounding the alarm after a drone buzzed a critical helicopter landing at a…
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Heatwave Heroes: KC Emergency Crews on Alert | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s emergency crews are on high alert as sweltering Fourth of July heat meets major events like match day and Fan Fest, sending calls for heat…
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Chicano Art Festival Pauses for Resources | Kansas City News
The Chicano Art Festival in Kansas City is calling it quits this year—not because it’s failing, but because it simply can’t afford to deliver the vibrant…
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Tarsney Lake Finally Gets Lily Pad Relief | Kansas City News
After years of neglect, Tarsney Lake is finally getting a long-overdue cleanup as chemical treatments target invasive lily pads choking the water—thanks to…
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Director Charged with Aggravated Battery | Kansas City News
A top government director, Chelsee Chism, was arrested on suspicion of DUI and charged with aggravated battery causing great bodily harm — a serious accusation…
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Drone Interrupts Helicopter Rescue | Kansas City News
A drone buzzed dangerously overhead as an air ambulance landed after a serious crash on Highway 18—putting lives at risk and prompting the sheriff to warn…
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Drone Saves Lake Drowner | Kansas City News
Drone Saves Lake Drowner | Kansas City News
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Missouri’s Hidden Revolution | Kansas City News
Missouri’s hidden role in shaping America’s destiny—long before statehood—wasn’t about revolution against Britain, but a fierce scramble among Spain, France…
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Stars and Stripes Picnic Celebrates Soccer and Independence | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s Fourth of July is exploding with patriotic flair as the Fan Festival and the National World War I Museum team up for the Stars and Stripes Picnic…
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Chicano Arts Festival Canceled for 2024 | Kansas City News
The Chicano Arts Festival in Kansas City is canceled for this year — its tenth anniversary — due to lack of funding, but organizers say it’s not gone for good…
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Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s Star-Studded Wedding | Kansas City News
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s wedding was a jaw-dropping spectacle, blending NFL royalty with pop stardom at Madison Square Garden — where legends like Ali…
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Stabbing in Raytown Under Investigation | Kansas City News
Stabbing in Raytown Under Investigation | Kansas City News
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Fireworks for Veterans and Women in Recovery | Kansas City News
In Lee’s Summit, Sobbr Life is turning Fourth of July fireworks into lifelines for veterans and women recovering from addiction, raising over $25,000 since…
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Union Station Lights Up for Swift & Kelce | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s Union Station turned into a dazzling spectacle Thursday night, glowing in orange and teal for Taylor Swift and red and gold for Travis Kelce — a…
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KC’s Weekend Soccer Celebrations | Kansas City News
Kick off your weekend with soccer, snacks, and street vibes across Kansas City! From free watch parties at Theatre in the Park and Morton Amphitheater to art…
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Anthony Estrada Brings United Market to Kansas City | Kansas City News
Anthony Estrada, the brains behind the successful United Market on Prospect Avenue, just got approval to open a second store—this time in Kansas City…
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Missing Kansas City Woman Needs Your Help | Kansas City News
A 65-year-old woman with cognitive health issues, Debbie Nunn, went missing early Friday morning near Holmes Road and 100th Terrace. Last seen wearing a black…
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Kansas City’s Park of Protest | Kansas City News
Every Sunday in Mill Creek Park, Kansas City transforms into a vibrant hub of civic action where locals gather to protest, connect, and make their voices…
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July 4th Store Hours You Need to Know | Kansas City News
Independence Day cookouts? Don’t wing it—grocery hours are all over the map this July 4th. Costco’s fully closed, while Hy-Vee, Sam’s Club, and Walmart keep…
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From Shy IT Guy to Side Quest Dad | Kansas City News
From shy IT manager to social media star with 659K followers, Oliver Wright—aka “Side Quest Dad”—transformed his online presence by ditching scripted content…
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Kansas City Jazz Academy Revives Legacy | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s jazz heartbeat is alive and thriving, thanks to the Kansas City Jazz Academy—where the soul of the music meets the next generation. Nestled in…
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Colombia’s World Cup Rally in Kansas City | Kansas City News
Colombia’s World Cup showdown with Ghana kicked off with a wild, colorful celebration in Kansas City — a massive “banderazo” packed with salsa, cumbia, and…
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Two-Car Crash in Blue Springs Leaves One Dead | Kansas City News
A deadly two-car crash in Blue Springs left one person dead and another in critical condition after a collision on Southwest 19th Street and U.S. 40 around…
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Ghanaian Pride in Kansas City | Kansas City News
In Kansas City, Ghanaian fans turned a soccer match into a vibrant cultural festival, draped in national colors, feasting on traditional dishes, and dancing to…
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Tragic Crash on U.S. 40 in Blue Springs | Kansas City News
Tragic Crash on U.S. 40 in Blue Springs | Kansas City News
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Streetcar Halts for Colombian Fans | Kansas City News
KC Streetcar briefly shut down Thursday night due to a crowd of Colombian fans gathering near East 45th and Main streets—just before a World Cup match—causing…
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Veto Cuts Harm Recovery Programs | Kansas City News
Governor Mike Kehoe just vetoed over half a billion dollars in state spending — including $2 million for prison reentry programs — claiming the state’s real…
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Students 3D Print Soccer Tee for Better Kicks | Kansas City News
Students built a 3D-printed soccer kicking tee to boost accuracy and distance, studying existing designs to create a more consistent, reliable training tool…
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City Takes Over Abandoned Fed Building | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s City Council has voted to seize the long-neglected Federal Reserve building downtown — a decaying eyesore since 2008 with graffiti, broken glass…
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Chase Ends in Collision, Kids Hurt | Kansas City News
A high-speed chase in Kansas City, Kansas, ended in chaos when a fleeing Honda Pilot slammed into an SUV, which then spun into a pickup—sending seven kids and…
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Car Crash Closes 40 Hwy in Blue Springs | Kansas City News
A serious car crash has shut down westbound 40 Highway at 15th Street in Blue Springs, Missouri, after it occurred at the intersection of 19th Street and 40…
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Johnston Steps Down With Full Pay | Kansas City News
Wyandotte County’s outgoing Administrator David Johnston is cashing out with a full nine-month paycheck and ongoing benefits — even though he’s stepping down…
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New Interim Leader Takes Charge | Kansas City News
David Johnston, the Unified Government’s County Administrator since 2023, has stepped down, paving the way for Assistant County Administrator Alan Howze to…
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From Tragedy to Fireworks Safety Advocate | Kansas City News
Clifton Ragan turned his near-fatal fireworks accident into a mission to save lives—one spark at a time. After losing fingers and suffering facial injuries in…
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Mystery Deepens in Butler Skydiving Crash | Kansas City News
Twelve lives lost in a shocking skydiving plane crash in Butler, Missouri, as investigators scramble to find what went wrong—no engine failure, fuel issues, or…
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Kansas City Officials Get Free World Cup Tickets | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s World Cup hosting just got a whole lot more attention—and controversy—after fifty-two city officials, including the mayor and all twelve council…
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Shooting in Gladstone Leaves Two in Critical Condition | Kansas City News
A deadly shooting in Gladstone, Missouri, left two people in critical condition after a suspect opened fire on a red car—then vanished into the woods. Antwan…
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Stadiums, Petitions, and Public Votes | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s City Council just approved a $235 million bond deal to expand the Current’s stadium, adding parking and upgrading the riverfront — while a…
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Missouri Schools Get Letter Grades | Kansas City News
Missouri’s schools are getting a new grade—A through F—based on test scores, student growth, graduation rates, and college readiness, sparking debate over…
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Suspect Identified in Hit-and-Run | Kansas City News
Independence police have zeroed in on a suspect in a terrifying hit-and-run that left a scooter rider with life-threatening injuries — and the driver bolted…
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Chase Ends in Hospital Crash | Kansas City News
A high-speed police chase in Kansas City, Kansas, ended in a violent crash that left seven young people injured — including a six-month-old baby — when a…
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Furniture Mall Opens in Metro North | Kansas City News
Get ready for the biggest furniture shopping experience in town—opening July 8th at the brand-new 1,000-room Metro North Crossing, inside the former Macy’s…
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Taylor Swift Made Kansas City Her Home | Kansas City News
Taylor Swift turned Kansas City into her second home, thanks to her romance with Travis Kelce and her deep love for the city—so much so that fans and officials…
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Pegah's Expands to Waldo Cafe Spot | Kansas City News
Pegah’s Family Restaurant is rolling out its sixth location—taking over the former Waldo Cafe spot on Wornall Road—bringing their beloved 39-year-old tradition…
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Ernest Lucas Faces 25 Years for Meth Empire | Kansas City News
Ernest Lucas, 53, from Kansas City, Kansas, is set for a 25-year prison sentence after admitting to being a key player in a massive meth trafficking ring that…
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Godzilla's Fireworks Reunited | Kansas City News
A beloved 25-foot inflatable Godzilla in Independence, Missouri, vanished just before the Fourth of July — sparking a community-wide search that brought…
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Skydiving Plane Crash Investigation | Kansas City News
A skydiving plane vanished in a fatal crash near Butler Municipal Airport on June 14, 2026, killing 12 people. Security footage captured the aircraft’s final…
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Missouri’s Budget Crisis and Amendment 5 | Kansas City News
Missouri’s budget is in crisis as Governor Kehoe slashes nearly half a billion dollars from approved projects, a trend that’s left residents wondering what’s…
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Archdiocese Confirms Abuse by Former Teacher | Kansas City News
A former Catholic school teacher in Kansas, James Zimmer, has been confirmed to have sexually abused students during his 15-year tenure at Bishop Miege High…
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Kansas Law Challenges Senate Term Rules | Kansas City News
A new Kansas law could upend Senate term rules, forcing interim senators to serve only two years if a vacancy opens between May and October in an election…
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Janice Witt's Legacy of Service and Justice | Kansas City News
Janice Witt, a beloved community pillar in Kansas City, Kansas, passed away at 59 after battling stress-related complications, leaving behind a legacy of…
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Man Arrested for Child Abuse Material | Kansas City News
A man named Dakota Parrish has been arrested in Cass County on three felony charges for possessing child sexual abuse material, following an online tip that…
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Fireworks Injuries Surge Ahead of Fourth | Kansas City News
With the Fourth of July just around the corner, hospitals in Kansas City are already bracing for fireworks fallout—three kids already treated before the big…