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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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Costco Midtown Plans Shift to Business Hub | Kansas City News
Costco’s midtown Linwood Boulevard location is set for a major transformation—turning into a business center focused on small businesses while still allowing…
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Piper Weeks: A Bright Light in Radio | Kansas City News
At just 19, Piper Weeks, a radiant force of joy and resilience, passed away after a courageous battle with rare bone cancer. Just a month before her death, she…
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Wally's Mega Station Coming to Independence | Kansas City News
Wally’s is building the world’s largest gas station—54,000 square feet, 84 pumps, 12 electric car spots—with groundbreaking soon and completion slated for…
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Shooting in Midtown Kansas City | Kansas City News
A shooting in Kansas City’s Midtown late Wednesday night leaves one person injured but stable — police are investigating and asking witnesses to come forward…
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Shooting in Westport Leaves Man Injured | Kansas City News
Shooting in Westport Leaves Man Injured | Kansas City News
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Karlaftis: Chiefs' Defensive Anchor | Kansas City News
George Karlaftis is the Chiefs’ defensive anchor and top-ranked edge rusher heading into the season, carrying the burden of a depleted pass rush after losing…
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Kelce and Swift Feed Kansas City | Kansas City News
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are making waves in Kansas City with a massive joint donation to Harvesters, set to deliver two million meals across 27…
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Tractor Supply Eyes Former JoAnn’s Site | Kansas City News
JoAnn’s Kansas City Northland location, shuttered after the nationwide store closures, might be getting a fresh start — Tractor Supply is moving in, with plans…
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Swift & Kelce Donate $26M to Charity | Kansas City News
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are dropping $26 million across 20 charities, from children’s hospitals to food banks and animal welfare groups, as wedding…
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Deputies Used Force on Man in Crisis | Kansas City News
A Missouri family’s desperate 911 call for help over their father’s mental health crisis spiraled into a horrifying ambulance incident where deputies allegedly…
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Valor House Builds Community for Veterans | Kansas City News
Valor House just opened its doors, adding 62 affordable apartments to St. Michael’s Veterans Center—bringing total housing to 179 units dedicated to homeless…
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Trash Day Unchanged for KC This July | Kansas City News
No garbage day drama this Fourth of July in Kansas City, Missouri—trash and recycling pickups roll on as planned for Friday, July 3rd, so you can celebrate…
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Keep Pets Safe This Fourth of July | Kansas City News
Fireworks season is here—and it’s a nightmare for pets. With more animals going missing during the Fourth of July than any other time, experts urge pet owners…
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Archdiocese Substantiates Abuse Claim Against Late Educator | Kansas City News
A former teacher at Bishop Miege High School, James Zimmer, has been officially confirmed by the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas as having sexually abused…
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Archdiocese Confirms Abuse by Former Teacher | Kansas City News
The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas has confirmed a credible allegation of sexual abuse by James Zimmer, a former teacher at Bishop Miege High School, who…
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Hawley Launches USPS Probe in Missouri | Kansas City News
Senator Josh Hawley is launching a major investigation into the U.S. Postal Service in Missouri after a fiery clash with the Postmaster General, probing…
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The Fold Opens With Purpose | Kansas City News
Todd Richards is bringing his big vision to life at The Fold, the newly reimagined 1830 Walnut Street spot formerly known as Corvino Supper Club. Partnering…
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Tragedy on Kansas Roads | Kansas City News
A tragic single-vehicle crash in Linn County, Kansas, claimed the life of Edward Schultz early Thursday morning when his car flipped off the road and landed…
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Celebrate 250 with Drone Show & Fireworks | Kansas City News
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Blue Springs’ epic Red, White & Blue Springs fest—free, family-friendly, and packed with thrills! Kick off at 3 p.m. with…
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Jury Finds Jacob Fontes Guilty on 13 Child Sex Charges | Kansas City News
A jury in Johnson County has convicted Jacob Artist Fontes, 44, of 13 horrific child sex crimes—including rape, sodomy, and indecent liberties—allegedly…
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Vatican Declares SSPX in Schism | Kansas City News
The Vatican just slammed the Society of St. Pius X with a historic schism declaration after they consecrated four new bishops without Rome’s approval — a move…
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Beat the Heat This Weekend | Kansas City News
This weekend’s festivities might be heating up, but don’t let the fun turn dangerous—heatstroke and exhaustion can strike fast, especially in kids whose bodies…
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Fifty Years of Eddie's Fireworks | Kansas City News
Fifty years of explosive tradition—Eddie’s Fireworks celebrates half a century of dazzling displays, family legacy, and the unforgettable boom that’s lit up…
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Colombia Fans Rally in Kansas City | Kansas City News
Colombian fans are flooding into North Kansas City this Friday as Paisa MX prepares for a World Cup showdown, turning the restaurant into a roaring Colombian…
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Heat Warning Lingers Through Weekend | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s heatwave shows no signs of letting up—temperatures in the low 90s and heat index soaring into the 100s will persist through Friday, with…
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Revolutionary Roots in Blue Springs | Kansas City News
A Revolutionary War soldier who enlisted at sixteen, Jeremiah Burnett endured Valley Forge’s brutal winter and went on to become a Missouri pioneer—father of…
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Willa Gill Center’s Future in Doubt | Kansas City News
The Willa Gill Center, a lifeline for thousands in Kansas City, Kansas, faces an uncertain future as it struggles to find a new home amid pressure from a…
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Data Center or Dust Storm | Kansas City News
A massive new data center, Project Bluestem, threatens to disrupt the peaceful rhythms of Grinter Farms in rural Kansas, just miles from their iconic sunflower…
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Radisson Hotel Faces Foreclosure After Safety Collapse | Kansas City News
The Radisson Hotel in Lenexa is officially condemned for mold, fire code violations, and illegal construction — just two weeks before its bank, Wallis Bank…
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Kansas City Eyes Federal Reserve Building Revival | Kansas City News
Kansas City is poised to seize control of the long-neglected Federal Reserve building downtown, kicking off a receivership process after years of stalled…
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Tech Overload in Shawnee Mission Schools | Kansas City News
Parents in the Shawnee Mission School District are sounding the alarm over excessive screen time, pushing back against what they see as an overreliance on…
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Pam’s Downtown Kansas City Move | Kansas City News
Pam Klein and her husband traded Phoenix’s suburbs for downtown Kansas City’s vibrant energy, settling into the Two Light Luxury Apartments after years of…
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Kansas Bans Deadly Synthetic Drug | Kansas City News
Kansas just banned seven-OH, dubbed “gas station heroin,” after six overdose deaths in just six weeks—officials warn it’s as deadly as fentanyl and now…
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Officer Shoots Suspect in Kansas City Knife Attack | Kansas City News
A tense confrontation in Kansas City, Kansas, ended fatally when an officer opened fire after a suspect brandished a knife. The 24-year-old man, Bruce Charles…
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Bosnian Pride Meets American Flags | Kansas City News
A Bosnian bakery in Kansas City turned into a roaring World Cup watch party as fans cheered Bosnia’s match against the USA — flags flying, jerseys on, pastries…
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Venezuela Earthquake Crisis Deepens | Kansas City News
Venezuela’s earthquake disaster enters its seventh day with over 2,295 dead and 11,000 injured, as rescue crews battle fading hope amid reports of up to 50,000…
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Jury Finds Fontes Guilty on 13 Charges | Kansas City News
A jury in Johnson County just convicted Jacob Artist Fontes on thirteen serious charges—including rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child—allegedly…
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Masterson Leads Property Tax Battle | Kansas City News
Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson is going all in on property tax reform as his top gubernatorial priority, pushing a constitutional amendment to cap taxes…
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Missouri Fast-Tracks Nuclear Energy | Kansas City News
Missouri just jumped into the federal FAST-41 program to slash red tape and speed up nuclear energy projects—joining states like Alaska and Tennessee to build…
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Venezuela Earthquake Relief Efforts | Kansas City News
Venezuela reels from deadly earthquakes that have killed over 1,900, with survivors struggling for clean water and sanitation as damaged roads and airports…
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Police Officer Shot in Kansas City | Kansas City News
Police Officer Shot in Kansas City | Kansas City News
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Bronco Chase Across State Lines | Kansas City News
A Missouri trooper’s dashcam captures a wild, cross-state Bronco chase—complete with lane-swerving chaos, revoked license, loaded gun, and outstanding…
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Howze Steps In as Interim County Administrator | Kansas City News
Wyandotte County is poised for a leadership transition as interim county administrator David Johnston steps down, with Alan Howze set to take the reins…
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Kansas City's Private Pool Boom | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s heatwave is sparking a pool revolution: private backyard pools are now rentable by the hour via the Swimply app, offering a chill, private escape…
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DEA Targets Synthetic Kratom as Schedule One | Kansas City News
The DEA just took a major step by temporarily classifying seven-OH and three related synthetics as Schedule One — putting them in the same dangerous category…
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Jury Finds Fontes Guilty on 13 Charges | Kansas City News
A Kansas jury has convicted Jacob Artist Fontes on 13 serious charges, including rape, sodomy, and aggravated indecent liberties with a child, stemming from a…
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JuneteenthKC Faces Major Funding Cut | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s Juneteenth celebration, a cornerstone of Black history and community pride, is in crisis after Governor Mike Kehoe vetoed a $100,000 state…
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Man Sentenced for Targeting Minor Online | Kansas City News
A 53-year-old Kansas City man just got 10 years in prison after trying to meet a 14-year-old girl for illegal activity—only to find out it was an undercover…
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Governor’s Cuts Hit Kansas City Hard | Kansas City News
Governor Kehoe just signed a state budget packed with painful cuts—nearly half a billion dollars slashed across the board to tackle a looming spending crisis…
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Doni's Italian Opens in Platte City | Kansas City News
Platte City just got a taste of Venice—with Doni’s Italian Restaurant opening on Main Street, bringing fresh, authentic pasta and a warm vibe to town…
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Venezuela Earthquake Relief Effort | Kansas City News
Venezuela’s earthquake disaster has left over 1,900 dead, 10,000 injured, and 12,000 homeless—medical centers are shattered. Heart to Heart International is…
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WWI Museum Hit by Governor’s Veto | Kansas City News
The National WWI Museum faces a budget blow as Governor Mike Kehoe vetoes a half-million-dollar appropriation, part of sweeping state cuts—but museum leaders…
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Time Capsule Flooded with History | Kansas City News
A Fourth of July time capsule dug up in Pleasant Hill in 1976 turned into a soggy surprise—water gushed out when the seal failed, making the excavator tip and…
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Shawnee PD Busts Theft and Drug Ring | Kansas City News
Shawnee police made a major bust Monday night on Shawnee Mission Parkway, arresting two suspects in a brazen shoplifting sting that also uncovered a dangerous…
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Clay County’s Top Ten Most Wanted | Kansas City News
Clay County’s latest ‘Top Ten Most Wanted’ list targets ten fugitives with active warrants—seven from last month’s list are already behind bars. These…
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Two Bookkeepers Sentenced for Court Heist | Kansas City News
Two former bookkeepers for Wyandotte County District Court are behind bars for stealing nearly a million dollars—Julia Roberts gets 3 years and 5 months, Vicki…
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Lawrence Kansas Rising as a Travel Gem | Kansas City News
CNN Travel just named Lawrence, Kansas the ninth best U.S. city to visit in 2026—thanks to its vibrant local charm, rich history, and rebellious spirit. From…
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Kurt Pisocki Dies Before Plea Hearing | Kansas City News
A man accused of horrific child sex crimes has died by suicide, halting his legal proceedings before a plea hearing could take place. Fifty-eight-year-old Kurt…
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QuikTrip Wrongful Death Lawsuit | Kansas City News
A grieving family sues QuikTrip after their 22-year-old daughter, Tykeedra Henderson, was fatally shot at a Kansas City store two years ago—claiming the…
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Downtown Storage Proposal Sparks Debate | Kansas City News
Lawrence’s downtown could soon get self-storage units — including a potential revival of the long-vacant Borders building — as city planners rethink zoning to…