In a significant political development, Missouri’s Republican-controlled legislature has approved a new referendum aiming to repeal the abortion rights amendment passed by voters in November 2024. This move sets the stage for another statewide vote on abortion rights, potentially in November 2026 or earlier if a special election is called. Background: Amendment 3 and Its … Read more
On May 14, 2025, a powerful dust storm swept across western Kansas, leading to the closure of both eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate 70 (I-70) between Colby and the Colorado state line. The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) initiated the shutdown due to blowing dust that reduced visibility to near zero, creating extremely hazardous … Read more
On Monday, May 12, 2025, at approximately 10:18 p.m., the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department (KCPD) responded to a reported shooting near W. 31st Street and Terrace Street. Upon arrival, officers found a man who had sustained a gunshot wound. The victim informed police that he was in his vehicle in the 3400 block of Wyoming Street when he heard gunshots and … Read more
In the early hours of Monday, May 12, 2025, Kansas City, Missouri, police officers discovered two men, David Raisbeck, 47, and Christopher Shane, 54, both from Independence, near a vehicle with approximately 70 feet of copper wire pulled from an underground manhole. The men were arrested and later charged in Jackson County Circuit Court with damage to a critical infrastructure facility. Details … Read more
In a significant development regarding wrongful convictions, a Shawnee County judge and the Kansas attorney general have approved a settlement exceeding $200,000 for Anthony Bowers, a man who was wrongfully convicted of rape and spent three years in prison. The compensation, which includes legal fees, comes after Bowers was acquitted of two charges and faced … Read more
On Thursday, May 15, Governor Laura Kelly issued an order for flags across the state of Kansas to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset. This gesture serves to honor the dedicated service of peace officers on Peace Officers Memorial Day. What is Peace Officers Memorial Day? Peace Officers Memorial Day is a day … Read more
Starting Friday, May 16, there will be a partial lane closure on Commercial Street, specifically along the K-99 highway, to facilitate the installation of a new water service line for 502 Commercial Street. This construction work will affect the area near the east side of Commercial Street, with some encroachment into the northbound lane. The … Read more
A tragic accident occurred on the Kansas Turnpike near Emporia on Monday afternoon, resulting in the death of a Missouri man. The collision took place in a construction zone, involving a motorcycle and a car. The incident highlights the dangers of construction areas and the importance of road safety. Accident Details The crash occurred shortly … Read more
A growing health concern at Warren Hills Elementary School in Liberty, Missouri has drawn national attention as Congressman Sam Graves pushes for a federal investigation into a potential cancer cluster among school staff. With at least six breast cancer diagnoses and one liver cancer death reported among a small staff over the past 12 years, … Read more
In a high-profile decision that has stirred public emotion and political debate, Kansas City has officially rejected a proposed $915,000 settlement connected to Dominic Biscari, the firefighter who caused a tragic 2021 crash that killed three people. The decision was made during a Kansas City Council Governance and Public Safety Committee meeting on May 13, … Read more