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KCTV5 Investigates: Germs growing on soda fountains

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Soda fountains provide refreshment during the long hot days of summer, but before filling up your next cup, KCTV5 discovered harmful bacteria growing on some of these beverage stations across the metro. More>>

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Anne Peterson looks back at legendary 35-plus year career in Kansas City

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In the 1970s women were starting to break the glass ceiling in television news. Around that same time, a 22-year-old young journalist came to Kansas City and KCTV5 to start what would become a legendary career. More>>

Tom Wachs reveals horrors of seeing, experiencing Moore tornado

KCTV5 Meteorologist Tom Wachs was in Moore when the EF-5 tornado struck. In his last report from Moore, he reveals the horror he saw and the optimism he has for Moore's future. More>>

Autopsy: Lafayette County infant died from skull fracture, other injuries

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Authorities are investigating the death of a 10-week-old who suffered from a skull fracture and other injuries. More>>

Child hit by car at 35th and Prospect

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A child was struck by a car Wednesday evening. More>>

'Take 5 to Care: Helping Oklahoma' huge success

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Thank you Kansas City for your generosity in donating bottled water for tornado-ravaged areas of Oklahoma.

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Divided council approves new Walmart in downtown Raytown

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It took almost eight contentious hours of debate for a divided Raytown City Council to approve a zoning change that will allow construction of a Walmart in downtown Raytown. More>>

Pets, photos are precious finds in tornado recovery

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As the survivors of the tornadoes in Moore, OK, begin their recovery efforts, many will be trying to locate pets and photos. More>>

Resilience, Resolve and Realization shows Joplin 2 years later

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While residents in Moore, OK, are just beginning their cleanup endeavor Joplin, MO, is marking two years since a devastating tornado tore through the town. More>>

1 killed in London terror attack, 2 suspects hospitalized

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One man is dead after two men attacked him in broad daylight with knives and meat cleavers.
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Missing jogger slashed his throat, bound his ankles, wrists, M.E. concludes

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Residents of a southern Overland Park neighborhood had feared a vicious killer was on the loose after a jogger was found dead, but his death has been ruled a suicide. More>>

Judge orders Gordon Parks School to stay open until late June

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A state district judge has ordered the Gordon Parks Charter School to remain open until the end of June. The Missouri Board of Education had voted to force the school to shutter its doors this month.
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Photograph captures courage, love after tornado levels school

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Minutes after the tornado reduced an Oklahoma elementary school to rubble, a photographer captured the courage and love as a scared little boy jumped into the arms of his next-door neighbor.
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Couple in child abuse case has first court appearance

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KCTV5 News is expecting to learn Thursday what the outcome is of the first court appearance of the parents of a 9-year-old girl, who police said was horribly abused. More>>

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Missing jogger slashed his throat, bound his ankles, wrists, M.E. concludes
Missing jogger slashed his throat, bound his ankles, wrists, M.E. concludes
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:13 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:13:31 GMT
Residents of a southern Overland Park neighborhood had feared a vicious killer was on the loose after a jogger was found dead, but his death has been ruled a suicide.Raheel Morani, 24, slashed his ownMore >
Residents of a southern Overland Park neighborhood had feared a vicious killer was on the loose after a jogger was found dead, but his death has been ruled a suicide.More >
KCTV5 Investigates: Germs growing on soda fountains
KCTV5 Investigates: Germs growing on soda fountains
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:15:10 GMT
Soda fountains provide refreshment during the long hot days of summer, but before filling up your next cup, KCTV5 discovered harmful bacteria growing on some of these beverage stations across the metro.More >
Soda fountains provide refreshment during the long hot days of summer, but before filling up your next cup, KCTV5 discovered harmful bacteria growing on some of these beverage stations across the metro.More >
Anne Peterson looks back at legendary 35-plus year career in Kansas City
Anne Peterson looks back at legendary 35-plus year career in Kansas City
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:41 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:41:41 GMT
The 1970s brought change to television news. Women started to join news teams across the country. In 1979, a bright, young journalist came to Kansas City and embarked on what would become a legendary career.More >
In the 1970s women were starting to break the glass ceiling in television news. Around that same time, a 22-year-old young journalist came to Kansas City and KCTV5 to start what would become a legendary career.More >
Autopsy: Lafayette County infant died from skull fracture, other injuries
Autopsy: Lafayette County infant died from skull fracture
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:12 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:12:44 GMT
Authorities are investigating the death of a 10-week-old who suffered from a skull fracture and other injuries.More >
Authorities are investigating the death of a 10-week-old who suffered from a skull fracture and other injuries.More >
Child hit by car at 35th and Prospect
Child hit by car at 35th and Prospect
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:18 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:18:38 GMT
A child was struck by a car Wednesday evening. Chopper5 video shows a little boy on a stretcher being put into the back of an ambulance. He appeared to be alert and looking around. The child was hitMore >
A child was struck by a car Wednesday evening.More >
Woman brags about hit-and-run on Twitter, cops tweet back
Woman brags on Twitter she hit and ran a cyclist, cops tweet back
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:13 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:13:11 GMT
A British woman who claimed to have hit a cyclist while driving her car and then driving off tweeted about driving off and not caring much about it. But then the cops tweeted back.More >
The first rule of Twitter - it's not smart to tweet about a crime.
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State declares risk low for preschooler, 5 days later he was dead
State declares risk low for preschooler, 5 days later he was dead
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:29 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:29:04 GMT
For months, concerns had been raised about the welfare of Lucas Webb. Born Jan. 3, 2008, Lucas knew much pain and suffering in his four short years.
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State records released Monday show how Missouri social workers failed to adequately pursue allegations of abuse involving a preschooler. Lucas Webb, 4, would die five days after the state closed the abuse investigation.More >
How did your favorite restaurant score in recent inspections?
How did your favorite restaurant score in recent inspections?
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:42 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:42:42 GMT
Everyone has seen food permits hanging inside restaurants, but what does it really say about the establishment. Now, people can check if their favorite hotspot made the grade faster than they can cutMore >
Everyone has seen food permits hanging inside restaurants, but what does it really say about the establishment? Now, people can check if their favorite hot spot made the grade faster than they can cut into a steak.More >

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Stricken Japan nuke plant struggles to keep staff
Stricken Japan nuke plant struggles to keep staff
Keeping the meltdown-stricken Fukushima nuclear plant in northeastern Japan in stable condition requires a cast of thousands. Increasingly the plant's operator is struggling to find enough workers, a trend that...More >
Keeping the meltdown-stricken Fukushima nuclear plant in northeastern Japan in stable condition requires a cast of thousands. Increasingly the plant's operator is struggling to find enough workers, a trend that many...More >
Nearly all US states see hefty drop in teen births
Nearly all US states see hefty drop in teen births
The nation's record-low teen birth rate stems from robust declines in nearly every state, but most dramatically in several Mountain States and among Hispanics, according to a new government report.More >
The nation's record-low teen birth rate stems from robust declines in nearly every state, but most dramatically in several Mountain States and among Hispanics, according to a new government report.More >
Urban renewal? Big US cities showing strong growth
Urban renewal? Big US cities showing strong growth
Urban renewal? New census estimates show that most of the nation's largest cities further enhanced their allure last year, posting strong population growth for a second straight year.More >
Urban renewal? New census estimates show that most of the nation's largest cities further enhanced their allure last year, posting strong population growth for a second straight year.More >
Japanese climber, 80, becomes oldest atop Everest
Japanese climber, 80, becomes oldest atop Everest
An 80-year-old Japanese extreme skier who just missed becoming the oldest man to reach the summit of Mount Everest five years ago is back on the mountain to make another attempt at the title.More >
An 80-year-old Japanese mountaineer on Thursday became the oldest person to reach the top of Mount Everest - although his record may last only a few days. An 81-year-old Nepalese man, who held the previous record, plans his...More >
AZ lawmaker opens session with atheist 'prayer'
AZ lawmaker praised for opening session with atheist 'prayer'
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:21:24 GMT
It's not abnormal for lawmakers to begin a political meeting with a prayer. But in Arizona, an atheist state representative began the daily session with a quote from a well-known atheist.More >
It's not abnormal for lawmakers to begin a political meeting with a prayer. But in Arizona, an atheist state representative began the daily session with a quote from a well-known atheist.More >
Owner of famous dog is alive and reunited with 'Susie'
Owner of famous dog is alive and reunited with 'Susie'
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:38 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:38:14 GMT
MOORE, OK - The trembling, mud-spattered dog whose photo went viral on Tuesday was not actually standing watch over her owner's body - her name is Susie, her owner is named Curtis Collins, and he's alive.ThanksMore >
There's a happy ending to the story of the little dog who was found standing guard over a body after the EF-5 tornado that decimated her neighborhood in Moore, OK. Her owner is alive, and they have been reunited thanks to the viral photo.
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Man shot during FBI interview says he, Tsarnaev killed in 2011
FBI reviews shooting of Boston bombing suspect acquaintance
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:32 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:32:31 GMT
ORLANDO, FL (RNN) – A man with possible ties to a Boston Marathon bombing suspect was shot and killed after the FBI interviewed him early Wednesday. The FBI confirmed a special agent fatally shot a manMore >
A man killed Wednesday during questioning by the FBI said he and Boston bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev were accomplices in a 2011 slaying.
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Boy Scout leaders to vote on lifting gay ban
Boy Scout leaders to vote on lifting gay ban
The Boy Scouts of America will convene a two-day meeting of 1,400 local leaders to consider changing its long-standing ban openly gay boys belonging to the scouting movement.More >
As protesters made one last stand, the Boy Scouts of America's leadership began a conference Wednesday that was expected to culminate in a long-anticipated vote on whether to allow openly gay Scouts - a decision that,...More >

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Sporting KC still hurting over blown call
Sporting KC still hurting over blown call
Sporting KC will host Houston Sunday and it's for sure the hometown fans will still be hot from the blown controversial call in last week's game. (5/22/13)More >
Rams OL Watkins suspended for opener
Rams OL Watkins suspended for opener
St. Louis Rams offensive lineman Rokevious Watkins has been suspended without pay for the season opener for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.More >
St. Louis Rams offensive lineman Rokevious Watkins has been suspended without pay for the season opener for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.More >
Police: Canseco named suspect in Vegas sexual assault
Police: Canseco named suspect in Vegas sexual assault
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:00 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:00:05 GMT
Las Vegas Metro police said former Major League slugger Jose Canseco is being investigated as a suspect in a sexual assault case. Metro made the announcement Wednesday following a series of tweets fromMore >
Las Vegas Metro police said former Major League slugger Jose Canseco is being investigated as a suspect in a sexual assault case.More >
Royals end skid with 7-3 win over Astros
Royals end skid with 7-3 win over Astros
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:32 AM EDT2013-05-22 11:32:04 GMT
Mike Moustakas tied it with an RBI single before George Kottaras scored the go-ahead run on a bases-loaded walk in a four-run eighth inning, and the Kansas City Royals rallied for a 7-3 win over the Houston Astros on...More >
Mike Moustakas tied it with an RBI single before George Kottaras walked with the bases-loaded to drive in the go-ahead run in a four-run eighth inning, and the Kansas City Royals rallied for a 7-3 win over the Houston Astros.More >
Thunder star Kevin Durant makes $1M tornado pledge
Thunder star Kevin Durant makes $1M tornado pledge
Oklahoma City isn't just a place where Thunder star Kevin Durant lives these days. It's home.More >
Oklahoma City isn't just a place where Thunder star Kevin Durant lives these days. It's home.More >
Chiefs installing mixed bag offensive system
Chiefs installing mixed bag offensive system
The Kansas City Chiefs are putting together an offensive system that promises to be bold and dynamic, if not downright revolutionary, a blend of old and new under coach Andy Reid.More >
The Kansas City Chiefs are putting together an offensive system that promises to be bold and dynamic, if not downright revolutionary, a blend of old and new under coach Andy Reid.More >
Big 12 delays baseball tournament after tornado
Big 12 delays baseball tournament after tornado
The Big 12 is delaying the start of its baseball tournament in Oklahoma City after this week's deadly tornado.More >
The Big 12 is delaying the start of its baseball tournament in Oklahoma City after this week's deadly tornado.More >
Astros get 6-5 win over Royals
Astros get 6-5 win over Royals
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:31 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:31:02 GMT
Matt Dominguez hit a three-run homer and Jason Castro added a solo shot to give the Houston Astros a 6-5 win over the Kansas City Royals on Monday night.More >
Matt Dominguez hit a three-run homer and Jason Castro added a solo shot to give the Houston Astros a 6-5 win over the Kansas City Royals on Monday night.More >

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Paul McCartney writes in support of Pussy Riot
Paul McCartney writes in support of Pussy Riot
Beatles frontman Paul McCartney has asked a Russian judge to release members of the Pussy Riot punk group from prison.More >
Beatles frontman Paul McCartney has asked a Russian judge to release members of the Pussy Riot punk group from prison.More >
Brown hounded for calling Manila 'gates of hell'
Brown hounded for calling Manila 'gates of hell'
Dan Brown's description of Manila as "the gates of hell" in the American novelist's latest book has not gone down well with officials in the Philippine capital.More >
Dan Brown's description of Manila as "the gates of hell" in the American novelist's latest book has not gone down well with officials in the Philippine capital.More >
Nixon library hosts 40th reunion for Vietnam POWs
Nixon library hosts 40th reunion for Vietnam POWs
Two hundred American former prisoners of war who were taken captive during the Vietnam War are arriving in Southern California to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their release.More >
U.S. Navy Lt. Mike McGrath was just 27 years old, with a wife and two toddler sons in the U.S., when he was shot down and taken prisoner on his 179th bombing mission during the Vietnam War.More >
Debbie Reynolds: We all knew Liberace was gay
Debbie Reynolds: We all knew Liberace was gay
In the new film "Behind the Candelabra," veteran entertainer Debbie Reynolds has just three major scenes to flesh out one of the most complicated figures in piano-playing showman Liberace's life: his loving but...More >
In the new film "Behind the Candelabra," veteran entertainer Debbie Reynolds has just three major scenes to flesh out one of the most complicated figures in piano-playing showman Liberace's life: his loving but sometimes...More >
Ocean not all that separates US, European fans
Ocean not all that separates US, European fans
By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Two weeks ago, a game between Roma and AC Milan in Italy's top soccer league was halted for almost two minutes after black Milan players were subjected to...More >
By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Imagine Derek Jeter leading the New York Yankees off the field because opposing fans were yelling racial slurs and throwing bananas at his team. Or a game between the...More >
Police: Car bomb kills 12 in southwest Pakistan
Police: Car bomb kills 12 in southwest Pakistan
Pakistani cricket star-turned politician Imran Khan has been discharged from the hospital roughly two weeks after he sustained serious back injuries in a fall from a forklift at a campaign event.More >
A police officer says a car bomb in southwest Pakistan has killed 11 policemen and a civilian.More >
Photographer and forester Wayne Miller dies at 94
Photographer and forester Wayne Miller dies at 94
Photographer Wayne F. Miller, who produced some of the most indelible combat images of World War II and created a ground-breaking series of portraits chronicling the lives of black Americans in Chicago, has died at...More >
Photographer Wayne F. Miller, who created a ground-breaking series of portraits chronicling the lives of black Americans in Chicago after serving with an elite Navy unit that produced some of the most indelible combat images...More >
Obama honors Carole King at White House concert
Obama honors Carole King at White House concert
President Barack Obama is showing singer-songwriter Carole King that she has friends at the White House.More >
President Barack Obama, saluting Carole King's five decades as an award-winning singer-songwriter, said Wednesday that music often is a place where people seek comfort and inspiration during trying times.More >

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Man wrestles 18-foot python in Florida
Man wrestles 18-foot python in Florida
Forget fish tales. A Florida man tells the story of how he captured a Burmese python that was one for the record books.More >
New video of Oklahoma tornado caught on tape
New video of Oklahoma tornado caught on tape
This clip shows the Moore, Oklahoma tornado wreaking havoc with debris being strewn about.
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KCTV5 meteorologist captures tornado hitting Moore, OK
KCTV5 meteorologist captures tornado hitting Moore, OK
KCTV5 Meteorologist Tom Wachs was storm chasing Monday when he intercepted the deadly tornado that pummeled Moore, OK. He describes the devastation that he saw.More >
KCTV5 Meteorologist Tom Wachs was storm chasing Monday when he intercepted the deadly tornado that pummeled Moore, OK. A gas station he had just passed was destroyed by the tornado.
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Large tornado bears down on Oklahoma City area
Large tornado bears down on Oklahoma City area
RAW VIDEO: A news helicopter was overhead Monday afternoon as a mammoth tornado bore down on Oklahoma City. (May 20, 2013).More >
RAW VIDEO: A news helicopter was overhead Monday afternoon as a mammoth tornado bore down on Oklahoma City. (May 20, 2013).More >
Massive tornado slams Briarwood Elementary school
Massive tornado slams Briarwood Elementary school
Michael Konopasek reporters live from outside the school after the tornado hit. (5/20/2013)More >
Aerial view: tornado damage over Oklahoma City elementary school
Aerial view: tornado damage over Oklahoma City elementary school
Take a look at video of tornado damage over Oklahoma City elementary school. (5/20/2013)More >
Raw: Large Tornado on the ground in Oklahoma City
Raw: Large Tornado on the ground in Oklahoma City
Chopper aerials catch a tornado sweep through Oklahoma City on Monday. (5/20/2013)More >
Anchors take cover as tornado hits TV station
Anchors take cover as tornado hits TV station
The newscast at KSN television station in Wichita, Kansas took a dramatic turn Sunday night. (5/20/13)More >

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A look back at Joplin tornado damage
A look back at Joplin tornado damage
On May, 22, 2011, the city of Joplin, MO took a direct hit from an EF-5 tornado with winds greater than 200 mph. Here's a look back at that historic storm.More >
On May, 22, 2011, the city of Joplin, MO took a direct hit from an EF-5 tornado with winds greater than 200 mph. Here's a look back at that historic storm.More >
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Oklahoma tornado damage could top $2 billion
Oklahoma tornado damage could top $2 billion
The cost of a massive tornado that battered an Oklahoma City suburb could be more than $2 billion, according to a preliminary official estimate announced Wednesday.
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The cost of a massive tornado that battered an Oklahoma City suburb could be more than $2 billion, according to a preliminary official estimate announced Wednesday. State authorities meanwhile said two infants were among the 24 people who perished in the twister.More >
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Take 5 to Care collects bottled water
Take 5 to Care collects bottled water
All day people drove through the KCTV5 parking lot to drop off bottled water that will be taken to help victims in Oklahoma. More >
All day people drove through the KCTV5 parking lot to drop off bottled water that will be taken to help victims in Oklahoma. More >