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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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Police Leadership Vacuum Amid Legal Storm | Kansas City News
Independence Police Department’s leadership is in freefall as both deputy chiefs retire amid swirling legal drama and a chief vacancy — but the real story’s in…
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Suamataia’s Rise from Rookie to Key Starter | Kansas City News
Kingsley Suamataia’s meteoric rise with the Chiefs—from rookie tackle to top-11 interior lineman—shows just how quickly talent can shine. After stepping into…
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Two Court Employees Stole $979K | Kansas City News
Two former court employees, Julia Roberts and Vicki Robinson, have been sentenced to prison for orchestrating a $979,962 theft from taxpayer funds over five…
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Save-A-Lot Closes After Health Crisis | Kansas City News
A beloved midtown Kansas City grocery staple, the Save-A-Lot on Troost Avenue, has shut its doors for good after 19 years — leaving neighbors scrambling for…
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Fire District Seeks Tax Boost for Staff | Kansas City News
Douglas County’s fire district is pushing for a tax hike to hire more paid firefighters as volunteer numbers plummet—70% of calls in 2025 went unanswered by…
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Guilty Plea Six Years After Fatal Shooting | Kansas City News
Six years after a fatal shooting sparked by a bar dispute, 24-year-old Joshua Craig has pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter — the bullet he fired from…
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Former Cop Sentenced for Walmart Shooting | Kansas City News
A former Kansas City cop, Taquiza Johnson, has been found guilty of second-degree murder and armed criminal action for shooting and killing 71-year-old Ronald…
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Supreme Court Rules on Trans Athletes | Kansas City News
The Supreme Court just sided with states that ban transgender girls and women from competing in school sports, ruling that such laws don’t violate Title Nine…
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Valor House: Permanent Homes for Veterans | Kansas City News
St. Michael’s Veterans Center just unveiled Valor House — a groundbreaking 179-unit permanent housing complex designed to end veteran homelessness once and for…
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Royals Stadium Traffic Study Revealed | Kansas City News
A new transportation study for the proposed Royals stadium reveals a massive parking demand—up to 18,000 spaces—with 67% of fans expected to drive and 15%…
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KCK Schools, Grocery Vote, and New County Leader | Kansas City News
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools may hike property taxes next year, hitting homeowners hard—while downtown voters decide the fate of a new grocery store set…
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Hawley vs Steiner Postal Showdown | Kansas City News
Senator Josh Hawley is demanding Postmaster General David Steiner resign over chronic mail delivery failures in Missouri, blaming systemic issues and accusing…
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Dad Wins $100K Lottery Ticket | Kansas City News
A Missouri dad hit the jackpot after scratching a “Money” lottery ticket bought at a Kansas City liquor store—thanks to a Father’s Day gift from his daughter…
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Pilot Kurt Roy Dies in Butler Plane Crash | Kansas City News
A beloved skydiver and aviation enthusiast, Kurt John Roy, 69, died in a tragic plane crash in Butler, Missouri, along with 11 others. Known for his daring…
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A Sixty | Kansas City News
A Sixty | Kansas City News
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Search for Missing Senior with Dementia | Kansas City News
Search for Missing Senior with Dementia | Kansas City News
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Kansas Laws Change Everything July 2026 | Kansas City News
Kansas is about to transform its legal landscape with a major wave of new laws kicking in July 2026 — from cracking down on child exploitation and beefing up…
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Two Shot in Gladstone Shooting | Kansas City News
Two Shot in Gladstone Shooting | Kansas City News
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Supreme Court Defends Birthright Citizenship | Kansas City News
The Supreme Court just delivered a major blow to President Trump’s controversial birthright citizenship plan, upholding the long-standing rule that anyone born…
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Probation Violation: Steve Drake Back in Custody | Kansas City News
Steve Drake, who just got probation last month after a dramatic court battle, is back in cuffs arrested for arson and new crimes—just weeks after being…
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Sensory Play for All at Bubbles and Goo | Kansas City News
Discover Bubbles and Goo, a sensory-friendly playground in Kansas City’s River Market designed for kids—especially those on the autism spectrum—to play, relax…
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Firefighters Rescue Two from Roof | Kansas City News
Firefighters raced to a two-story Kansas City home early Tuesday morning after flames trapped two people on the roof—saving them both before swiftly bringing…
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Two Trapped, One Roof Escape | Kansas City News
Two Trapped, One Roof Escape | Kansas City News
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Kansas City Heat Wave Warning | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s sweltering heatwave is hitting hard this week, with “feels like” temps soaring to 105-110 degrees Tuesday and nights barely dipping to 77 —…
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Boulevard Yard Opens for World Cup | Kansas City News
Boulevard Brewing just tripled their outdoor space with the launch of the Boulevard Yard—a sun-soaked rooftop oasis opening June 10th, perfect for World Cup…
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Missouri's Ballot Power Shift | Kansas City News
Missouri voters face a pivotal choice on August fourth: approve Amendment Four, which would overhaul the state’s initiative petition system by requiring…
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Tech Rules Under Fire in Shawnee Mission | Kansas City News
The Shawnee Mission School District is navigating new tech policies amid state law changes and parent concerns. A new Kansas law bans personal devices in…
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Fireworks Rules for KC Metro | Kansas City News
Fireworks season is here, but before you light up the sky, know your city’s rules—because in the Kansas City metro, not every neighborhood is…
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Masterson Demands Probe Into KCKPS Gender Policies | Kansas City News
Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson, running for governor, is demanding an investigation into Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools over claims the district is…
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Son Lost in Earthquake After Deportation | Kansas City News
A mother’s heart shatters as she searches desperately for her son, Daniel Alejandro Núñez Ramírez, one of 146 deported migrants who vanished after landing in…
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Fireworks Laws Vary Across KC Metro | Kansas City News
Fireworks laws across the Kansas City metro are a chaotic patchwork—each county and city has its own rules, from outright bans to strict time limits and age…
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Schoolhouse in Peril Amid Housing Plans | Kansas City News
The crumbling Swenson Schoolhouse in Osawatomie, Kansas, is sparking neighborhood outrage—and a tangled web of developer promises, denied tax credits, and…
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Chiefs Turn Tragedy into Lifesaving Legacy | Kansas City News
The Kansas City Chiefs honored the memory of Joe Delaney by celebrating the success of their Learn to Swim program, which teaches water safety to…
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Fire at Vacant Robandee Shopping Center | Kansas City News
A vacant Kansas City shopping center erupted in flames Monday night, sending thick smoke into the air—firefighters battled the blaze on the roof and exterior…
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Suspect Dead in Kansas City Shootings | Kansas City News
The suspect in the June shootings that shook Kansas City and left one dead is now confirmed dead—officials close the cases, ending legal proceedings, while…
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Fireworks Turned Tragedy in Olathe | Kansas City News
A backyard fireworks mishap in Olathe, Kansas, turned into a devastating fire that destroyed a duplex, left thirteen people homeless, and claimed the life of a…
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Pancake Dreams & Creole KC at Love Lot | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s Love Lot food truck scene is heating up with fresh talent like Pancake Dreams—a family-run breakfast innovator where ten-year-old Amirah designed…
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Unlicensed Bars Fuel Violence | Kansas City News
A deadly shooting near East 80th Street and Troost Avenue in June 2026 exposed a dangerous loophole: an unlicensed business allegedly selling alcohol without…
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Hartzell Gray Challenges Missouri's Status Quo | Kansas City News
Hartzell Gray, a Democratic Socialist running for Missouri’s Fourth District, electrified progressive audiences during a fiery interview with Twitch streamer…
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Conviction After Six Years in Leavenworth | Kansas City News
A 24-year-old man, Joshua X. Craig, has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter after a fatal shooting in Leavenworth County in 2020 — a case that took…
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Firework Fire Displaces 13 in Olathe | Kansas City News
A firework sparked a devastating blaze in Olathe, forcing 13 people from their homes—no injuries, but a beloved cat still missing. Firefighters raced to…
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Oscar Sanchez-Munoz Identified | Kansas City News
Oscar Sanchez-Munoz, 22, has been officially identified as the suspect in a deadly five-shooting rampage across Jackson County on June 16th, which left one man…
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Keep Pets Cool This Summer | Kansas City News
As temps soar, vets drop vital tips to keep pets safe: dogs cool off by panting, but humidity kills that strategy—especially for brachycephalic breeds. Hot…
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Smoke Town BBQ Closes After Six Years | Kansas City News
Smoke Town BBQ, the beloved Overland Park barbecue spot that served up smoky goodness for six years since 2020, has shut its doors for good — owners cite…
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Commerce Bank Acquires Nolan & Associates | Kansas City News
Commerce Bank is making a big play for growth by acquiring St. Louis’s Nolan & Associates, a seasoned investment bank since 1976, to supercharge its advisory…
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Schmidt Eyes Governorship With Farm Bureau Boost | Kansas City News
Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt is surging in the GOP governor’s race, landing a major endorsement from the powerful Kansas Farm Bureau PAC — a…
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Venezuela Earthquake Crisis Deepens | Kansas City News
Venezuela reels from devastating twin earthquakes that killed over 1,700 and left thousands injured and displaced, as rescue efforts stall amid aftershocks and…
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Crown Center Rezoning Moves Forward | Kansas City News
Crown Center’s future is heating up with new city records revealing a bold $30 billion vision that includes a $19 billion Royals stadium replacing Hallmark’s…
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Skydiver Jumps Again After Tragedy | Kansas City News
A skydiving community reels after a tragic plane crash near Butler, Missouri, that killed twelve people—including ten friends of witness Lacy Reynolds, who…
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Arabic Coffee Shops Boom in KC | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s coffee scene just got a spicy, aromatic upgrade—three new Arabic coffee shops have popped up in the last few months, each bringing bold Yemeni…
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Missouri War Memorial Faces Relocation | Kansas City News
The Missouri Korean War Veterans Memorial, honoring over 900 Missourians who served in the “Forgotten War,” faces imminent relocation as its current park site…
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Three Homes Burn in Kansas City | Kansas City News
Three homes erupted in flames in Kansas City on Monday afternoon, sending thick smoke into the air near 34th and Anderson—no injuries reported, but the scene…
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Kansas City Jazz Lives On | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s jazz heartbeat still pulses through its streets, especially in the Historic 18th and Vine District—a living museum where Black musicians once…
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Alley Bar Turns Into Dutch Fan Zone | Kansas City News
The Alley Bar in Parkville turned into a roaring Dutch fan zone for the World Cup, draped in orange and buzzing with national pride—patrons felt like they were…
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Kansas City Restaurants Under Fire | Kansas City News
Kansas City health inspectors uncovered alarming violations at multiple restaurants, including gnats in ice machines, rodent droppings near food prep, and…
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100+ Cooling Centers Open in KC | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s sweltering heatwave just got a lifeline: over 100 free cooling centers are open across the metro, offering refuge for anyone struggling with the…
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Wyandotte Leadership Transition | Kansas City News
Wyandotte County’s top administrator David Johnston is stepping down, with his last day set for July fifth, following a vote of no confidence from the fire…
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Benny the Therapy Dog Brings Joy | Kansas City News
Meet Benny, the newest furry hero at Children’s Mercy Kansas, a two-year-old golden retriever mix who’s turning hospital visits into heartwarming experiences…
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Johnston Steps Down as County Administrator | Kansas City News
County Administrator David Johnston is stepping down effective July 5th, following mounting tensions including a no-confidence vote from firefighters and…
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I-70 Speed Limit Drops to 55 MPH | Kansas City News
Missouri’s I-70 gets a major upgrade—25 miles widened to three lanes each way, but with a catch: the whole stretch drops to 55 mph. MoDOT says this was planned…