More than five years ago, the states of Kansas and Missouri put an end to a long-standing rivalry. For years, both sides of the Kansas City metro area engaged in intense competition, offering substantial incentives to lure businesses just a few miles across the state line. These efforts, while aggressive, often led to no net … Read more
The Shawnee Mission School District (SMSD) Board of Education has approved a new cellphone policy aimed at curbing device use during school hours. The decision, finalized during the board’s January 13 meeting, passed with a 7-1 vote. These updated regulations vary across grade levels and emphasize limiting headphone use and ensuring phones remain stored for … Read more
A devastating two-vehicle accident on Wednesday afternoon led to the death of a 77-year-old woman, according to Olathe police reports. The incident highlights the need for vigilance and road safety in busy intersections. Location and Time of the Accident The accident occurred shortly before 4:00 p.m. near the intersection of West 151st Street and Southpark … Read more
The senseless killing of 17-year-old Noah Scurry, a promising athlete and bright student, has sent shockwaves through his Philadelphia community and beyond. The tragic incident occurred early Tuesday morning, leaving friends, family, and classmates grappling with grief over a life full of potential cut short. The Incident Noah Scurry, a senior at Samuel Fels High … Read more
In recent months, Kansas City has witnessed a troubling increase in break-ins targeting small businesses on both sides of the state line. This past weekend alone, four establishments—Seven Swans Crêperie and La Bodega Spanish Tapas Restaurant in Missouri, and Sagebrush Rosedale and Garden House Café in Kansas—fell victim to such incidents. This pattern mirrors a … Read more
On Tuesday evening, January 14, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred in the East Side neighborhood of Kansas City, Missouri, resulting in one fatality and leaving another individual critically injured. The incident took place in the 3900 block of Lister Avenue, just south of the Kansas City VA Medical Center and a few blocks west of … Read more
Kansas City, MO – Amidst the chilly winter, a local couple has brought a heartwarming twist to their passion for football by creating a snow arrowhead in their front yard. This annual tradition, crafted by die-hard Kansas City Chiefs fans Shawn and Shannon Bjorgaard, has captured the attention of many, both locally and online. With … Read more
Missouri Governor Mike Parson is preparing to close a chapter in his life that he never envisioned: his political career. After nearly seven years in the state’s highest offices, Parson is heading back to his roots—a life on the farm surrounded by family. As the state prepares to welcome its 58th Governor, Parson reflects on … Read more
The Kansas Legislature has commenced its 2025 session, signaling the start of a pivotal year for state politics. With a stronger Republican supermajority in both chambers, this legislative season is expected to focus heavily on key issues such as property taxes, fiscal reforms, and budget allocations. Governor Laura Kelly, a Democrat, faces an uphill battle … Read more
The opioid crisis has been a pressing issue across the Kansas City metro, and Johnson County has been actively addressing it. In spring 2023, the county intensified its strategies, emphasizing prevention and community support to tackle the growing epidemic. From 2022 to 2024, Johnson County recorded a 23% drop in EMS calls involving the administration … Read more