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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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Severe Storms Target KC This Weekend | Kansas City News
Kansas City braces for two rounds of storms this weekend—with the most intense action likely overnight Friday. Temperatures stay typical mid-August heat…
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Olathe Launches Compass for Young Learners | Kansas City News
Olathe, Kansas, just launched Compass — its first alternative learning program for kids from kindergarten through eighth grade — designed to help students…
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Kansas City Storms Leave Thousands Without Power | Kansas City News
A massive storm slammed Kansas City overnight, leaving over 11,600 customers without power a full day later. The Board of Public Utilities warned it could take…
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Weekend Events Across KC | Kansas City News
This weekend’s packed with flavor—food trucks, art walks, global festivals, pet-friendly movies, wine, anime cosplay, and carnival rides. From Oppenstein…
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Park Hill High’s Big Upgrade Begins | Kansas City News
Park Hill voters’ bold $128 million bond is finally paying off—with Phase One of Park Hill High School’s massive renovation underway, bringing brand-new…
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Independence Police Slash Chases | Kansas City News
Independence police have slashed vehicle pursuits by over 99% since a May policy shift, moving from hundreds of chases annually to just four in three months —…
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Race to Save Noelle Before It's Too Late | Kansas City News
A five-year-old girl, Noelle Thompson, is racing against time to survive Chediak-Higashi Syndrome — a rare, often fatal genetic disorder that cripples her…
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Car Crashes Into Dollar General | Kansas City News
Car Crashes Into Dollar General | Kansas City News
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Car Crashes Into Dollar General | Kansas City News
A car slammed into a Dollar General in Grain Valley around 4:30 PM after the driver’s foot slipped from the brake to the gas pedal—sending the vehicle straight…
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Power Outage Hits Wyandotte County | Kansas City News
Power outages hit thousands in Wyandotte County after severe storms, with crews racing to restore electricity amid debris and blocked roads. The American Red…
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Tragic Death of Incoming Student Benjamin Speidel | Kansas City News
A promising 20-year-old student, Benjamin Speidel, died suddenly during a hike at Wyandotte County Lake Park amid record-breaking heat, leaving his college…
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Faith Amidst Ruin in Kansas City | Kansas City News
Two Kansas City churches, Roswell Church of Christ and Showers of Blessings, are rebuilding their faith after devastating storm damage—collapsed walls, torn…
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Roof Ripped Off in Kansas City Storm | Kansas City News
A freak storm tore the roof off an apartment building in Kansas City, crushing cars and displacing over 60 residents—yet neighbors rallied to clear debris and…
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Storm Hits Kansas City Hard | Kansas City News
A brutal storm slammed Kansas City, Kansas, early Wednesday morning, August 19, 2026, unleashing high winds and hail that left residents stunned—like Rose…
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KCKPS Schools Stay Closed Amid Storm Fallout | Kansas City News
Schools in Kansas City, Kansas remain closed for a second day after severe storms knocked out power across the district, crippling transportation and forcing…
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Teacher Arrested After 2 Days on Job | Kansas City News
A 29-year-old former teacher in Independence, Dennis Adlai Hernandez, just pleaded guilty to 13 federal charges—including making, possessing, and transporting…
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KCK Schools Shut Down Again After Storms | Kansas City News
Kansas City, Kansas schools stay shut down a second day as storms leave widespread power outages and damage—forcing delays to after-school programs and…
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Storm Leaves KC Kansas in Ruins | Kansas City News
Kansas City, Kansas, woke up to chaos after a ferocious overnight storm tore through the area, toppling trees, smashing into homes, and leaving thousands…
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Residents Prepare to Sue Over Stadium Plans | Kansas City News
Residents of San Francisco Tower are gearing up for legal action after years of ignored pleas from the Kansas City Royals and Crown Center, who they say refuse…
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Parlor Closes Amid Crime and Fallout | Kansas City News
Parlor, the beloved Crossroads food hall, is shutting down this Saturday — a sudden blow to seven vendors and 30+ employees, including long-time staff like…
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Missouri Judge Upholds Trump-Influenced Maps | Kansas City News
A Missouri judge has greenlit the use of new GOP-favored House district maps—drawn with input from former President Trump—for November’s elections, rejecting a…
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Missouri Supreme Court to Decide Voter Map Power | Kansas City News
A Missouri judge has blocked voters from using a referendum to overturn the state’s controversial congressional map, a major setback for the “People Not…
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Teacher Pleads Guilty in Child Porn Case | Kansas City News
A former Kansas City schoolteacher has pleaded guilty to producing and possessing child pornography involving twelve minors over three years — a horrific abuse…
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Street Dog Becomes Broadway Star | Kansas City News
From stray street dog to Broadway star: Rocky, found cold and alone in Kansas City after Christmas, was adopted by theater tech Austin Van Becelaere—just in…
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Missouri Judge Blocks Voter Override Measure | Kansas City News
A Missouri judge has blocked a ballot measure designed to make it harder for lawmakers to undo voter-passed laws, ruling it unconstitutional for violating the…
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Storm Hits KC Kansas Community Rises | Kansas City News
A wild storm slammed Kansas City, Kansas, overnight with hail so heavy it looked like snow and winds strong enough to feel like a tornado hit—leaving yards…
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Fairmount Kids Move to Church This Year | Kansas City News
Fairmount Elementary is getting a major upgrade — but for now, students are temporarily relocated to Messiah Lutheran Church, where they’ll learn in a…
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Gardner Kills Flock Cameras Over Privacy | Kansas City News
Gardner’s City Council has shut down controversial Flock license plate cameras after residents raised alarms over privacy invasion and misuse, even as police…
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Tragedy at Rozel School First Day | Kansas City News
A heartbreaking tragedy struck Rozel, Kansas, as a student died during football practice on the very first day of school, sending shockwaves through the…
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Dillons Set to Open in Northland | Kansas City News
Dillons is set to open a major new grocery store in the Northland, approved by the Kansas City Plan Commission for a prime spot near Costco and the Central…
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Tragic Hiking Death at Wyandotte Lake | Kansas City News
Tragic Hiking Death at Wyandotte Lake | Kansas City News
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Sandlot Goods Cuts 13 Amid Restructuring | Kansas City News
Sandlot Goods, the Kansas City vintage apparel brand beloved for its nostalgic, American-made gear seen on Ted Lasso and with the Kelce brothers, just made a…
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Roswell Church Rebuilds After Storm | Kansas City News
A devastating storm tore through Kansas City, Kansas, collapsing the corner of Roswell Church of Christ during a Sunday service, leaving debris and heartbreak…
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Storm Damage Hits Kansas City, Kansas | Kansas City News
Storm Damage Hits Kansas City, Kansas | Kansas City News
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Storm Damage in Kansas City | Kansas City News
Severe storms slammed Kansas City, Kansas, early Wednesday, August 19th, leaving downed trees, snapped power lines, and widespread property damage—especially…
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Starfish Gets Green Light After Community Push | Kansas City News
Olathe City Council votes 6-1 to approve Starfish Project’s new location, granting a two-year permit with strict conditions after months of instability and…
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Severe Weather Heads East | Kansas City News
Severe weather is on the move across eastern Nebraska, southwest Iowa, and northwest Missouri as a storm system pushes southeast—bringing damaging winds up to…
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Parents Charged After Leaving Kids in Car | Kansas City News
Two Missouri parents face serious charges after allegedly leaving their kids in a hot car, with officers finding the children lethargic—prompting EMS…
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Pedestrian Hit in Kansas City Crosswalk | Kansas City News
Pedestrian Hit in Kansas City Crosswalk | Kansas City News
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Taqueria Arandas Closes, Papi's Tacos Takes Over | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s taco scene is flipping pages as Taqueria Arandas, a 26-year staple, closes its doors—its owner citing tough economics and shifting tastes—but not…
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Missouri Voters Decide Redistricting | Kansas City News
A Missouri judge is poised to decide whether voters can override the state’s new congressional map this November, after a citizen-led campaign gathered 300,000…
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Morty's Hot Dogs Pass to Saul's Beef | Kansas City News
Morty’s, the beloved Chicago-style dog stand in KCK with a five-year legacy, is changing hands as owner Brian Newton steps down for health reasons—but don’t…
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Missouri Democrats Target Supermajority | Kansas City News
Democrats are launching a major push to break Missouri’s Republican supermajority, pouring resources into 16 key races—including 4 House and 2 Senate seats in…
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Kansas Gubernatorial Race Simplified | Kansas City News
For the first time in 30 years, Kansas voters face a clean two-candidate gubernatorial race between Republican Ty Masterson and Democrat Cindy Holscher — no…
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Bridgeman’s 11-Year Sentence for Gun and Fentanyl | Kansas City News
A 28-year-old man named Marquis Bridgeman got 11 years behind bars for trafficking 40+ grams of fentanyl and possessing a machine gun. His arrest followed a…
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Roof Damage and Contractor Scams | Kansas City News
Severe storms tore through Kansas City, ripping off a Holiday Apartments roof and wrecking cars—now officials warn residents to guard against roofing scams…
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Heidi Gardner Returns to KC for New Film | Kansas City News
Heidi Gardner returns to her Kansas City roots for a new indie dramedy, “The Swimming Lesson,” where she stars as a single mom navigating a custody battle…
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Man Charged in Wife’s Fatal House Fire | Kansas City News
Man Charged in Wife’s Fatal House Fire | Kansas City News
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Jaden Hicks Shines in Chiefs Preseason Debut | Kansas City News
Jaden Hicks exploded onto the scene in the Chiefs’ preseason opener, racking up 33 snaps and earning an elite 88.3 PFF grade — the highest on defense — while…
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Son Set Fire to Mother’s Home | Kansas City News
A Kansas City man, Ryan Willis, 36, is facing murder and arson charges after allegedly setting his mother’s home ablaze early Tuesday morning — killing…
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Richard Smith: KC’s Nightlife Guardian | Kansas City News
Richard Smith, a beloved Kansas City security veteran who died at 57, was more than just a guard—he was the heartbeat of the city’s nightlife, fiercely…
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Kansas City Flooded by Historic Rain | Kansas City News
Kansas City got drenched overnight as torrential rains dumped over three inches in some spots, triggering flash flood warnings and widespread power…
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Power Outage Prep for Storm Season | Kansas City News
When the lights went out across Kansas City, especially hard-hit Kansas City, Kansas, over 16,500 homes plunged into darkness overnight. Stay prepared: charge…
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Storm Damage in KC: Power Outages and Cleanup | Kansas City News
Power outages hit over 14,000 homes in Kansas City, Kansas after overnight storms tore through, with the worst damage along Leavenworth Road and I-635. The…
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Storm Leaves Midtown Without Power | Kansas City News
Wyandotte County’s hit hard by brutal storms Wednesday morning—downed trees, power lines, and chaos in Midtown and the north. BPU warns power could be out for…
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Storm Leaves Thousands Without Power | Kansas City News
A major storm hit Kansas City, leaving over 16,000 homes without power and causing widespread tree damage that’s slowing restoration efforts. Authorities warn…
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Kansas City Hail Storm Hits Hard | Kansas City News
Kansas City got slammed by summer’s wildest weather—thunderstorms dumped hail so big it covered airport taxiways, forcing snow plows into action in August…
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Chiefs Bring Back Cam Jones for Special Teams | Kansas City News
Chiefs bring back Cam Jones for special teams depth, despite limited defensive snaps last season — he missed camp and may start on the practice squad, but his…
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SWAT Team Falls Through Porch During Raid | Kansas City News
A SWAT team and U.S. Marshals raided a home in Moberly, Missouri, for a sex offender failure to register—only for the porch they were standing on to collapse…
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School Canceled After Storm Hits KC | Kansas City News
Schools in Kansas City, Kansas, were forced to cancel classes Wednesday after severe overnight storms left widespread power outages and dangerous road…