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Crime

Weeks after a bank robber entered the Country Club Bank in Kansas City, Kansas, and pointed a...

FBI releases photos of KCK bank robbery suspect

Updated: 12 minutes ago
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By KCTV5 Staff
The FBI shared a trio of photos of the suspect on Wednesday for the June 17 bank robbery at 11006 Parallel Parkway.

Kansas City Countdown

England's Harry Kane, right, and Jordan Henderson, left, celebrate at the the end of the World...

English player who suffered freak injury celebrating World Cup win thanks Kansas City surgeons

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Gabe Swartz
An eventful World Cup for England’s Jordan Henderson has now included a successful trip to some surgeons in Kansas City.

News

Fatal Crash at I-435 at Raytown Rd.

Traffic Alert: Fatal crash closes I-435 Northbound Wednesday morning

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Julia Scammahorn
The driver is reported deceased after their semi hit a sign support on the interstate.

Consumer News

Residents packed a public meeting Tuesday night to confront Costco officials over plans to...

Neighbors pack public meeting over Midtown Costco’s planned conversion to business center

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Betsy Webster
The meeting, held at the Westport branch of the Kansas City Public Library, was required by city rules before Costco can take its rezoning request to the Kansas City Plan Commission.

News

Crews battled a large fire and explosion at a furniture store in Warrensburg Tuesday night.

Warrensburg furniture store explosion, fire believed to be result of downed power line

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter and Gabe Swartz
Crews battled a large fire and explosion at a furniture store in Warrensburg Tuesday night.

Kansas City Royals

Kansas City Royals' Tyler Tolbert (2) rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the...

Royals’ Tyler Tolbert’s hot hitting ties decades old MLB record

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
Consecutive five-hit games for Tyler Tolbert helped the utilityman tie an MLB record.

Kansas City Countdown

The Colombian Cultural Association and others gathered Tuesday afternoon at Paisa MX to watch...

Colombia fans pack restaurant to watch World Cup match against Switzerland

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Grace Smith (KCTV5)
The watch party drew a crowd of Colombia supporters hoping to secure a quarterfinal berth at Kansas City’s stadium.

News

A detour ahead sign in Prairie Village, Kansas.

Prairie Village crash renews call for driver vigilance in construction zones

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Jordan Fremstad
The driver remained on scene and cooperated with investigators.

News

The Western Newspaper Union Building sits at 10th and Central in Kansas City; it's where a...

Quality Hill community weighs in on 20-story data center proposal before city review

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Samantha Boring
A Miami-based developer has proposed a 20-story data center in Kansas City’s Quality Hill neighborhood, drawing mixed reaction from residents and community groups ahead of an August public hearing.

Consumer News

A judge has temporarily blocked referendum deadlines in a lawsuit over a proposed artificial...

Independence passes temporary ban on data centers, battery storage sites to update codes

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Heidi Schmidt
The short-term ban is expected to allow city staff time to examine the city’s zoning laws and recommend changes.
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Kansas City Countdown

Switzerland and Argentina will face off in Saturday's quarterfinal at Kansas City Stadium.

Kansas City’s quarterfinal matchup pits defending champ Argentina against Switzerland

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
A pair of thrilling victories for defending champion Argentina and Switzerland set up this weekend’s quarterfinal showdown at Kansas City Stadium.

Mavericks

The Mavericks are giving back to the community, by donating $6,158.53 each to local nonprofits...

KC Mavericks help make dreams come true for Variety KC recipients

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Katie Maher
Now that the ECHL Western Conference Champions’ record-breaking 2026 season is over, they have some more time to dedicate to the off-ice assists.

News

The future of several historic sites in Independence is up in the air after millions in...

Independence approves plan to find new funding for historic sites instead of selling them

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Heidi Schmidt
The plan presented to members of the city council in April recommended selling the Vaile Mansion and Bingham-Waggoner Estate.

Crime

File- Olathe, Kansas, Police Department

Police: Deadly Olathe shooting now under investigation as homicide

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
The Olathe Police Department said Tuesday the shooting at the Willow Crossing Apartments on July 5 is now classified as a homicide.

Crime

Kansas City man pleads guilty to running dog fighting operation

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By KCTV5 Staff
An attorney general with the U.S. Department of Justice’s Energy and Natural Resources Division says Wilson subjected animals to pain and suffering.

News

Missouri State Highway Patrol Boat

Kansas City man drowns at Lake of the Ozarks

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
Authorities said the drowning happened at the 5 mile mark of Lick Branch Cove.

Consumer News

Frontier Airlines

Frontier announces new Kansas City to Las Vegas direct flights

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Heidi Schmidt
The new route started July 5, and is available four times a week.

Consumer News

Five Guys at Oak Park Mall to close July 15; replacement restaurant to be announced

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Julia Scammahorn
Five Guys ending run at Oak Park Mall in Overland Park.

Kansas City Countdown

Argentina players toss teammate Lionel Messi (10) into the air as they celebrate after the...

Argentina to return to Kansas City after team rallies to top Egypt in World Cup

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Messi has now scored in a record nine consecutive World Cup matches dating back to Argentina’s title run in 2022.

News

PVC pipe, launching tube used to fire aerial fireworks

Grain Valley worker hit after mower strikes firework left in grass near middle school

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Julia Scammahorn, Miya Ingle and Morgan Riddell
Grain Valley police say a large firework left in tall grass detonated when struck by a mower blade.

Kansas City Countdown

Kansas City fans gather at Power and Light for Argentina-Egypt World Cup match.

Kansas City fans gather at Power and Light for Argentina-Egypt World Cup match

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Gabbi Lumma
Fans gathered at Kansas City Live! in the Power and Light District for the Argentina and Egypt World Cup match Tuesday.

Entertainment

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Hi-Dive Lounge says it offers Kansas City's only "Mystery Beer Vending...

These are Kansas City’s top dive bars according to Yelp reviews

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 11:28 AM CDT
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By Heidi Schmidt
Yelp published an updated list of the best dive bars in Kansas City in honor of the day.

Crime

Javion J. Jackson

KC man charged after alleged road-rage shooting near Truman Road and I-435

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 11:07 AM CDT
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By Julia Scammahorn
Charges announced in alleged road-rage shooting; bond set at $75,000.

We the People

This Day in History: sliced bread makes its debut in Missouri

This Day in History: sliced bread makes its debut in Missouri

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 7:03 AM CDT
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By KCTV5 Staff
This Day in History: sliced bread makes its debut in Missouri

Kansas City Countdown

There was no sticking around to celebrate at Fan Fest Monday night after the U.S. was defeated...

U.S. fans leave Fan Fest deflated by disappointing Round of 16 loss

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 10:28 PM CDT
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By Betsy Webster
The performance was not what fans were expecting after the strong showing in previous matches.

Kansas City Countdown

Clock Tower Landing in Overland Park.

Changes made to Overland Park Soccer Summer Celebration this weekend

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 9:33 PM CDT
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By Chandler Watkins
Overland Park approved changes to Saturday’s World Cup watch party.

Sports

United States goalkeeper Matt Freese (24) reacts after Belgium scores their third goal during...

Belgium outclasses U.S., ending Americans’ run in Round of 16 with 4-1 win

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 9:02 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz and The Associated Press
The United States’ home soil World Cup came to a close Monday night in Seattle.

Crime

Arrest graphic

Clay County man arrested after high-speed chase with police

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 8:41 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz
Michael Jamal Jordan, of Kansas City, Missouri, has been charged with felony aggravated fleeing.

Kansas City Countdown

Bars across downtown Kansas City called in full staffs, turned on screens, and began filling...

Kansas City bars, fans pack in for U.S. World Cup matches

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 6:12 PM CDT
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By Grace Smith (KCTV5)
At Granfalloon on the Plaza, owner Tim Caniglia said the bar has been full for every USA match and expected the same Monday night.

Tax Assessment Trouble

Two days after Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota signed an executive order to deliver...

Legislature unanimously passes ordinance delivering property tax credits to Jackson County taxpayers

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 4:32 PM CDT
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By Samantha Boring and Gabe Swartz
On Monday, the Legislature passed the tax credit ordinance in a unanimous vote.

Community

Campers are welcomed by name with a personal cheering section along the green carpet at SOAR...

‘Created on purpose for a purpose’: Disability day camp rolls out green carpet in Raytown

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 3:12 PM CDT
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By Claire Decatur
SOAR Special Needs camp runs July 6–10 at Connection Point Church in Raytown.

News

Construction cones (generic)

MoDOT to close lanes of I-70 for bridge demolition in Saline County

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 3:04 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz
MoDOT announced Monday that the closure will begin at approximately 7 a.m.

Crime

Eric Phillips (left) was charged with the murder in the killing of Elayjah Murray (right) in...

Man charged in 2025 murder of Kansas City teen arrested months later in Independence

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 2:58 PM CDT
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By Melaina Hesterlee
A man wanted in connection with the murder of a Kansas City teenager has been taken into custody, months after charges were first filed against him.

Crime

Police said they are looking for the woman on video in connection with the case.

Surveillance video shows woman digging up plants outside Shawnee Antique Mall

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 2:30 PM CDT
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By Morgan Riddell and Sarah Motter
Employees believe this is not the first time she's stolen from them.

News

A construction worker suffered critical injuries after being struck by a car on the morning of...

Construction worker in critical condition after being struck by vehicle in Prairie Village

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 1:45 PM CDT
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By Greg Dailey
The Prairie Village Police Department stated that just after 11 a.m. on July 6, officers responded to a car crash in the area of 79th Street and Ash Street - just east of 79th and Nall Ave.

Kansas City Countdown

Excitement grows for UMSNT watch party at Kansas City's FIFA Fan Fest

Kansas City’s World Cup Fan Fest ready for national spotlight

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 12:45 PM CDT
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By Gabbi Lumma
City leads nation in viewership for USA matches as fans pack FanFest ahead of kickoff

Crime

Kayden T. Bordley

Teen certified as adult, charged in 2025 Durango shooting death

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 12:19 PM CDT
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By Julia Scammahorn
Prosecutor: Teen certified as adult, charged in 2025 Kansas City killing.

News

Missouri Patrol: 9 die in holiday traffic crashes; 3 drown over July Fourth weekend

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 10:45 AM CDT
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By Julia Scammahorn
Holiday weekend in Missouri: 9 killed on roads; drownings reported, no boating fatalities.

Regional Politics

Kansas primary voting: Key dates, mail ballot deadline, poll hours for Aug. 4

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 8:47 AM CDT
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By Julia Scammahorn
Kansans urged to make a plan for Aug. 4 primary as ballot confusion lingers.

We the People

This Day in History: William Clark sworn in as Missouri Territory Governor

This Day in History: William Clark sworn in as Missouri Territory Governor

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 8:24 AM CDT
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By KCTV5 Staff
This Day in History: William Clark sworn in as Missouri Territory Governor

Kansas City Countdown

Racous crowd gathers at Kansas City's Power & Light District for Mexico-England match

England eliminates Mexico 3-2 as Kansas City fans watch at P&L

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 8:05 AM CDT
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By Neal Jones
England defeated Mexico 3-2, ending Mexico’s run in the tournament as thousands of fans watched at the Power & Light District.

News

File- Olathe Police Department

Police: Olathe shooting leaves 51-year-old man dead

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 6:02 AM CDT
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By Julia Scammahorn
Officers were called around 7:55 p.m. on July 5 to the Willow Crossing Apartments off Mur-Len Road, not far from Mid America Nazarene University.

News

The Kansas City Police Department is asking for help locating a missing man with medical...

KCPD looking for missing man with medical complications

Updated: Jul. 5, 2026 at 10:37 PM CDT
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By Natalie Dattilio
The Kansas City Police Department is asking for help locating a missing man with medical complications.

Kansas City Countdown

The event honored survivors and called for action as Kansas City prepares to host large-scale...

Kansas City vigil calls for action against human trafficking during World Cup

Updated: Jul. 5, 2026 at 10:11 PM CDT
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By Ale Espinosa
The event honored survivors and called for action as Kansas City prepares to host large-scale events, including the World Cup.

Crime

File- Kansas City Police Department patrol car

KCPD investigates after deadly shooting near Raytown Middle School

Updated: Jul. 5, 2026 at 9:00 PM CDT
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By Natalie Dattilio
Kansas City Police are investigating a homicide near Arrowhead Stadium.

Entertainment

This Fourth of July weekend, history was free to explore through Bank of America’s Museums on...

Museums on Us program offers free admission during holiday weekend

Updated: Jul. 5, 2026 at 5:52 PM CDT
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By Natalie Dattilio
This Fourth of July weekend, history was free to explore through Bank of America’s Museums on Us program.

News

If you’re looking for a Sunday outing that’s artsy, local, and uniquely Kansas City, Art on...

Art on Walnut brings local artists to KC’s River Market every Sunday

Updated: Jul. 5, 2026 at 5:51 PM CDT
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By Natalie Dattilio
If you’re looking for a Sunday outing that’s artsy, local, and uniquely Kansas City, Art on Walnut is back at the River Market.

Health

Kansas City hospitals continue treating firework injuries

Updated: Jul. 5, 2026 at 3:57 PM CDT
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By Natalie Dattilio
Kansas City hospitals are still seeing firework injuries the day after the 4th.

News

Pedestrian dies after being pinned in early-morning I-70 crash, KCPD says

Updated: Jul. 5, 2026 at 12:07 PM CDT
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By Jackson Valenti
A pedestrian has died after being pinned between two vehicles in an early morning crash Sunday, KCPD said.

Health

 Since July 1st, Children’s Mercy Hospital has treated 13 people for fireworks related injuries.

Children’s Mercy treats more than a dozen children for fireworks-related injuries

Updated: Jul. 5, 2026 at 11:11 AM CDT
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By Jackson Valenti
Since July 1st, Children’s Mercy Hospital has treated 13 people for fireworks related injuries.
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