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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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Pothole Crisis in Parkville Missouri | Kansas City News
Potholes are turning Parkville, Missouri, into a nightmare for drivers and walkers alike—especially on Bell Road and Highway 45. Residents like Darlene Meyer…
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Roof Vanished in KC Storm | Kansas City News
A freak storm tore the roof off a Kansas City apartment building overnight—leaving it scattered across the parking lot—but no one was hurt. Fire crews arrived…
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Pedestrian Hit in Kansas City Night Crash | Kansas City News
A pedestrian was critically injured in a late-night collision near Linwood and Main Street in Kansas City, struck by a red sedan while crossing outside a…
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Storms Knock Out Thousands in KC | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s storm chaos: 3,000+ still in the dark after last night’s wild winds and thunder, with crews racing to restore power as weather’s sudden blow hits…
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Chiefs Roster Moves & Draft Outlook | Kansas City News
Chiefs roster moves are heating up as Kader Kohou’s starting nickel role fades with Chris Roland-Wallace and rookie Jadon Canady emerging as threats, while…
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LeVota Faces Trial, Refuses to Step Down | Kansas City News
Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota faces federal bribery charges aimed at swaying a political rival, yet he vows to stay in office through his term’s end…
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Pink Pretzel Truck Gets Permanent Spot | Kansas City News
The bright pink pretzel truck that’s turned Kansas City into a snack frenzy is getting a permanent home in Lawrence—opening mid-November with pink walls…
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KC Schools Rely on Virtual Teachers | Kansas City News
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is turning to virtual teachers again this year to plug gaps in math, science, and language arts — their fifth year using…
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Power Outages After Kansas City Storm | Kansas City News
Severe weather overnight left Kansas City in chaos—downed power lines blocked roads, especially near NW Harlem Road east of the airport. Over 6,500 homes still…
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Missouri’s Ballot Power in Legal Crosshairs | Kansas City News
A Missouri judge is set to rule on whether a ballot measure designed to shield voter-passed laws from easy repeal can even appear on the November ballot. The…
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Lee's Summit Court Overloaded | Kansas City News
Lee’s Summit’s overwhelmed municipal court is drowning under a crushing case load, with judges handling nearly 800 cases daily—just 23 seconds per case—leading…
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Starfish Project Finds New Home | Kansas City News
After a rocky battle with the Planning Commission, the Starfish Project Foundation finally got the city council’s approval to operate from a new home at 135th…
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Severe Storms Approaching KC | Kansas City News
Severe thunderstorms are rolling through the Kansas City metro tonight, bringing dangerous wind gusts up to 70 mph, ping-pong ball-sized hail, and flash…
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Western Auto Sign Back on Display | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s legendary 70-foot Western Auto sign is back on the skyline, fully relit after a long hiatus caused by broken neon and bulbs. The restoration…
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New Detention Center Under Fire | Kansas City News
New Jackson County Detention Center under fire as inmates report dire conditions—lack of hygiene supplies, overcrowding, broken phones—and two deaths since…
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Overland Park Walks New Development Path | Kansas City News
Overland Park is revamping its 40-year-old development rules to make the city more walkable, with a bold new plan called the Unified Development Ordinance that…
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Parents Charged After Leaving Kids in Hot Car | Kansas City News
Two parents in Liberty are facing serious charges after allegedly abandoning their two young children—ages 9 and 4—in a dangerously hot car while they were…
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E-Scooter Safety for Teens in Overland Park | Kansas City News
A 13-year-old Leawood teen is recovering after a crash on his electric scooter en route to school, sparking renewed concern over e-scooter safety across…
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Leavenworth Facility Sold to DHS | Kansas City News
CoreCivic just dumped its Leavenworth detention facility—worth $238.4 million—to the federal government, leaving the city blindsided and scrambling to protect…
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Missouri GOP’s Big Constitutional Loss | Kansas City News
Missouri Republicans just got handed a crushing defeat in their primary amendments—two big ideas, one to lock down the state constitution and another to…
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Parlor KCMO Closes After 8 Years | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s beloved food hall Parlor KCMO is closing for good this Saturday after nearly eight years — a bittersweet end for a community hub that hosted…
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Teacher Wins Two-Year Rent-Free Apartment | Kansas City News
A Kansas City teacher just got a major surprise: a two-year rent-free apartment downtown, part of an eighth annual housing giveaway for educators. Joevenn Neo…
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Chipotle Heads to One North | Kansas City News
North Kansas City is heating up with a brand-new Chipotle set to open in the bustling One North development — part of a three-year push to revitalize the area…
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Gardner’s $1.5B Arts District Push | Kansas City News
Gardner, Kansas, is on the verge of transforming into a major entertainment hub with a $1.5 billion arts district featuring a 15,000-seat concert pavilion…
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Scooter Crash in Leawood School Zone | Kansas City News
A 13-year-old Leawood student survived a harrowing scooter crash near Prairie Star Elementary Monday morning, thanks to his helmet and quick response from…
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Royals Stadium Plan Sparks City Debate | Kansas City News
Kansas City is racing ahead with a $600 million public investment in a new Royals ballpark, part of a $19 billion Crown Center revitalization — but the plan’s…
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Teen on E-Scooter Hit by Car | Kansas City News
A 13-year-old boy on his e-scooter was struck by a car near Prairie Star Middle School on Monday morning, suffering injuries to his arms, legs, and torso—but…
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Woman Guilty for Lying to Cops | Kansas City News
A woman in Leavenworth, Kimberly Logan, just got convicted for lying to cops during a high-stakes warrant execution—turns out the suspect she claimed wasn’t…
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Kansas City’s New Thriller Bookstore Opens | Kansas City News
Kansas City’s getting a new literary hotspot next week—The Inked Page Bookstore opens August 22 in downtown Overland Park, run by best friends Courtney Moffitt…
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Former Deputy Charged After Resigning | Kansas City News
A former Cass County Sheriff’s deputy, Michael Burke, faces life in prison on multiple serious charges—including first-degree rape and child…
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Mother’s Benefits Stolen for Personal Gain | Kansas City News
A Kansas City woman is facing up to 30 years in prison after a federal jury convicted her of stealing over $66,000 in her mother’s Social Security…
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Heart Sculpture Heads to Royals Ballpark | Kansas City News
A colossal 65-foot sculpture, “The Heart of the Game,” once a fan favorite at the FIFA Fan Festival and previously displayed at the National WWI Museum, may…
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SantaCaliGon Days Enforces Age Rule | Kansas City News
Independence is cracking down on unaccompanied teens at this year’s SantaCaliGon Days festival, sending anyone under 18 home after 6 PM with police escorts — a…
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Missouri Empowers Citizens to Report Safety Concerns | Kansas City News
Missouri’s stepping up community safety with two new tools: the “Show-Me Shield” app replaces the old StafeNation platform, letting anyone report suspicious…
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Phonics Divide in Early Reading | Kansas City News
Thirty percent of K-3 teachers aren’t fully on board with phonics—especially in high-poverty schools, where the gap in science-of-reading knowledge runs 9 to…
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The Chainsaw Case That Changed Social Work Safety | Kansas City News
Andrew Ellmaker, the teen convicted in the 2004 chainsaw murder of social worker Teri Lea Zenner, has died in a Kansas prison. At just 17, he was sentenced to…
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Royals Stadium Deal Sparks Debate | Kansas City News
Kansas City is poised to pour $600 million in public funds into a new Royals ballpark, part of a $1.9 billion project aimed at keeping the team local and…
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Centenarian Driver Dies in Warrensburg Crash | Kansas City News
Centenarian Driver Dies in Warrensburg Crash | Kansas City News
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Missouri Bridge Replacement Alert | Kansas City News
Missouri DOT is set to overhaul MO-291 and Highway 50 with a major bridge replacement and road realignment starting August 19—expect lane closures, overnight…
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Veterans United Boosts Early Learning | Kansas City News
Veterans United Foundation volunteers rolled up their sleeves and dropped $30K on Growing Futures, a Johnson County early education center serving kids from…
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Kansas City Council Drama Over Stadium | Kansas City News
A Kansas City Council meeting erupted when Darrell Miller, a vocal opponent of the proposed Royals stadium, was forcibly removed by security after accusing…
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Kansas City Fire Fatality Under Investigation | Kansas City News
A woman was pulled from a burning home in Kansas City’s North Town Fork Creek neighborhood and later pronounced dead — prompting police to classify the…
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Former Deputy Charged with Child Abuse | Kansas City News
A former Cass County sheriff’s deputy, 28-year-old Michael Burke, faces multiple serious charges—including first-degree rape and child molestation—involving a…
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Chiefs Injury Updates: Line Shuffles & Returns | Kansas City News
Chiefs’ training camp hits a rough patch with multiple key players sidelined—Josh Simmons (back), Tyquan Thornton (hamstring), and Ashton Gillotte…
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Douglas County Primary Results Confirmed | Kansas City News
Douglas County’s August 4 primary saw a strong 41.5% turnout—its second-highest ever—with 33,296 ballots cast and 491 provisional votes approved. Voters…
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Andrew Ellmaker Dead in Prison Cell | Kansas City News
Andrew Ellmaker, 39, convicted of first-degree murder in the 2004 killing of Teri Zenner—a case manager helping him with life skills—was found dead in his…
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Washington Crosses Delaware in Lawrence | Kansas City News
A landmark 19th-century painting by Edward Hicks, “Washington Passing the Delaware,” is coming to Lawrence for a year-long exhibition starting April 2027…
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Vigils for Detainees in Leavenworth | Kansas City News
Every week, a dedicated group called Northland Neighbors United gathers outside a controversial ICE detention center in Leavenworth, Kansas, turning quiet…
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Andrew Ellmaker Dead at 39 | Kansas City News
Andrew Ellmaker, the convicted killer of social worker Teri Zenner, has died at 39 in prison—his brutal 2004 attack on her and his mother shocked the nation…
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Jade & Ember Munchery Opens Carryout | Kansas City News
Jade & Ember Munchery just dropped into the old Waldo Thai spot on Wornall Road — not a reboot, but a bold new flavor explosion. Owner David Suwanwisute’s…
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Starfish Project’s Critical Council Vote | Kansas City News
The Starfish Project, a lifeline for families in need, is on the brink of securing a permanent home off 135th Street and Brougham after losing their original…
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Leawood Names Veteran Fire Chief | Kansas City News
Leawood has tapped Andrew Grove, a 28-year veteran of the Overland Park Fire Department and fifth-generation firefighter, as its new chief. Rising from…
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Leawood Names Veteran Fire Chief | Kansas City News
Leawood has tapped Andrew Grove, a 28-year veteran of the Overland Park Fire Department and fifth-generation firefighter, as its new chief. Rising from…
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Tragic Fire Claims One Life in KC | Kansas City News
A deadly fire erupted in a Kansas City home early Tuesday, claiming one life as firefighters raced to rescue and extinguish the blaze. Crews found the victim…
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Florida’s Progressive Surge Tests Limits | Kansas City News
Three Democratic socialist candidates are making bold moves in Florida’s August 18 primaries, running on radical platforms like Medicare for All and abolishing…
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Top Value Colleges Revealed | Kansas City News
Want the best bang for your buck in college? A new study of 500+ public universities ranked schools by graduation rates and alumni earnings after 10 years —…
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Alex Trebek’s Farm Sells for $16.9M | Kansas City News
Alex Trebek’s former 724-acre horse ranch and vineyard in Paso Robles just sold for $16.9 million — half its original $33 million asking price — at a live…
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Maker's Mark 2026 Cellar Aged Bourbon Review | Kansas City News
Maker’s Mark drops its 2026 Cellar Aged bourbon — a $175 luxury pour aged 4-6 years in the dark, delivering rich notes of jam, fruit, cinnamon, vanilla, and…
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Tragic Fire in Kansas City Leaves One Dead | Kansas City News
Tragic Fire in Kansas City Leaves One Dead | Kansas City News
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Tragic Fire Claims One Life | Kansas City News
A deadly house fire erupted early Tuesday on East 51st and Agnes, claiming the life of a woman pulled from upstairs—firefighters battled flames and searched…