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WEATHER BLOG: Severe weather with chance for flooding coming. Here's what you need to know
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Multiple First Alert Weather Impact and Alert Days have been issued for the end of this week and weekend. Scattered downpours and thunderstorms are likely Thursday morning through Thursday evening. The severe risk on Thursday is low, but a couple storms that could produce strong wind and hail can't be ruled out.
KCMO fights arbitrator's ruling over firefighter's punishment in Westport crash
City attorneys say an arbitrator exceeded his authority in a ruling between KCMO and IAFF Local No. 42 regarding the discipline of firefighter Dominic Biscari related to a 2021 deadly Westport crash.
Why Mayor Quinton Lucas says Kansas City doesn’t need a sanctuary city resolution
The mayor threatened to clear the council chamber if hecklers couldn’t be still during the committee hearing related to his recent comments welcoming migrant workers to Kansas City.
Kansas City, Kansas, school bond would mean higher taxes, new schools, but only if voters approve
The bond would pay to consolidate six elementary schools into three schools and replace Argentine and Central middle schools. The post Kansas City, Kansas, school bond would mean higher taxes, new schools, but only if voters approve appeared first on The Beacon.
Gas leak in Kansas City’s Westport area leads to evacuations
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Streetcar construction crews struck a gas line on Wednesday morning, resulting in evacuations of some nearby businesses. Officials told KCTV5 that construction personnel working on underground train and traffic signals hit the 3-inch gas line in the area of Westport Road and Main Street. As...
Kansas City Current fire medical chief for reported relationship with player
The Kansas City Current have fired Carlos Jimenez, the head of their medical department, for a reported relationship with a player. The Athletic reported Jimenez was terminated for a violation of the NWSL’s non-fraternization policy, which bans relationships between a supervisor in the league and a direct employee. “When we learned of (Jimenez’s) actions in violation of club and league policies, he was immediately terminated,” the Current said in a statement to The Athletic. “We remain committed to making sure our policies and practices ensure a safe space for our players and our staff.” Jimenez joined the Current in December 2023 after spending last season working as a physical therapist with the Washington Spirit. He also served as the lead physical therapist for the U.S. woman’s national team between 2019 and 2021, per his LinkedIn page. Jimenez is the second NWSL employee to be fired this year for violating the league’s non-fraternization policy. Last month, the Houston Dash fired goalkeeper coach Matt Lampson amid a reported relationship with a player. RelatedNWSL Weekend Take-Off: Racing Louisville break through, Orlando Pride stay hotUSWNT star Horan named player of the season finalist in France'Unbelievable' Croix Bethune emerging as Washington Spirit star
Months after 3 men found dead in Northland backyard, families still await answers
In the months since David Harrington, Clayton McGeeney and Ricky Johnson were found dead in the backyard of a Kansas City home, the families of those men say they've grown frustrated at the lack of information.
Weather Blog | Latest forecast information on multi-day severe threat in Kansas City
I hope you enjoyed the beautiful weather on Tuesday, as sunshine and light winds accompanied a high of nearly 75 around Kansas City. Our stormy period begins overnight, probably not getting truly stormy until late Thursday morning into the afternoon. Some scattered showers may be around during the morning commute,...
Can Kansas City afford its free buses? Council set to negotiate KCATA contract
This story was updated on April 24 at 12:45 p.m. The precarious future of free rides on Kansas City buses is once again in front of city leaders. On Wednesday, a city council committee recommended that the full council renew its annual contract with the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority, to the tune of $70.9 million. The council is scheduled to vote on the contract Thursday at 3 p.m.
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