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Gov. Laura Kelly's veto could reopen the door for Chiefs, Royals STAR bond packages
TOPEKA, Kan. — A veto of a broad tax cut bill in Kansas will likely reignite action to lure the Kansas City Chiefs across the state line. After Jackson County voters in April said no to a sales tax election, moves at the Kansas Statehouse were launched to put together a financial package to build the Chiefs a new stadium in Kansas, complete with plans of what a new Chiefs stadium might look like.
KCPD Chief speaks after another child becomes victim of gunfire and updates on previous juvenile shootings
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - On Friday, KCMO Police Chief Stacey Graves discussed Thursday’s night shooting that injured a young child and the many other violent crimes affecting kids in the last month. “The police department is laser-focused on each one of these incidents,” said KCMO Police Chief Stacey...
Single-story home suffers fire damages after early morning house fire
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Kansas City Fire Department responded to a single-story house fire at 77th and Madison Avenue, early Friday morning. At about 5:23 a.m., the occupants reported being awakened by their smoke detectors. According to KCFD, heavy fire and smoke from the roof was seen. :...
Man seriously injured in Cooper County crash on Interstate 70
BOONVILLE, Mo. (KMIZ) A man was seriously injured Friday in a three-vehicle crash in the westbound lanes of Interstate 70 near mile marker 97, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. The report states the crash occurred as a 2018 Buick Enclave – driven by Jason Baker, 53,...
KCPD warns those hoping to street race about increased presence
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Kansas City Police Department has warned those who hope to street race over the weekend about an increased presence. On Friday, May 17, the Kansas City, Mo., Police Department warned against illegal street racing and ATVs or off-road vehicles as officers will be present in the entertainment district to ensure everyone’s safety.
KC Wheel to host special adoption event over Memorial Day weekend
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The dogs finally get their day, at the KC Wheel that is, as a special adoption event is planned over Memorial Day weekend. On Saturday, May 18, and Sunday, May 19, KC Wheel officials say the Great Plains SPCA will be on site with an adoption special set to run between noon and 3 p.m.
KCPD investigating Barry Road homicide, after man was found suffering from gunshot wounds
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Kansas City Police Department are investigating a homicide after finding a man suffering from gunshot wounds Tuesday night. KCPD was dispatched to 65th Street and NW Barry Road on an unknown disturbance. Once arrived to the scene, officers discovered a man suffering from gunshot wounds.
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