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News

Temperatures for morning feels like in Kansas City through Wednesday, Jan. 22.

First Warn Forecast: First Warn for gameday cold crash

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Warren Sears and Luke Dorris
The two First Warns on Monday and Tuesday have now been upgraded to First Warn Weather Days, our highest alert tier.

News

Several businesses in the Kansas City metro, including Flying Cow Gelato, are going cashless...

Following spate of break-ins, local businesses opting to go cashless

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Betsy Webster
More and more businesses plagued by break-ins over the past year are adopting the cashless approach.

Regional Politics

Wednesday night, Governor Laura Kelly delivered her State of the State Address at the Kansas...

Governor Kelly talks taxes, Medicaid expansion and more in Kansas State of the State Address

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Chandler Watkins
Kelly started the address by highlighting funding public schools, axing sales tax on groceries and bringing economic development projects to the state among other things.

News

Generic Car Crash Graphic

Two-vehicle crash kills 77-year-old woman in Olathe

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
A two-vehicle crash in Olathe resulted in the death of an elderly woman Wednesday afternoon.

Education

Arrowhead Middle School students attend class at Homefield after their building caught on fire.

KCK middle school to reopen following November fire

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
A local middle school that had to cancel classes and move students to other temporary learning centers is set to reopen later this month.

News

FILE

Kansas City residents with Israel and Palestine ties react to the ceasefire deal

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Joe Hennessy
Both Neta Meltzer and Samantha Salem feel cautiously optimistic about a deal to end the war officially starting as their families survive through the carnage.

Crime

FILE - DoorDash

Warrant issued for arrest of man believed to have shot KC DoorDash driver

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
Law enforcement officials continue to search for a man believed to have shot a DoorDash driver and her husband on a delivery run in Kansas City.

Health

On Wednesday, the FDA officially banned Red No. 3 from food, drinks and ingested drugs.

Say goodbye to Red Dye No.3, parents rejoice after FDA ban

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Jiani Navarro
A big change is coming to some of your favorite snacks and drinks sold in the U.S.

Kansas City Chiefs

It’s officially “win-or-go-home” time for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Chiefs not worried about long layoff, ready for Saturday’s game against the Texans

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Mark Poulose
It’s officially “win-or-go-home” time for the Kansas City Chiefs.

News

A bench trial over the 2023 Jackson County property tax assessment is scheduled

‘Every hearing something new comes up’: Judge expresses frustration in 2023 Jackson County property tax case

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Cyndi Fahrlander
Bench trial on 2023 Jackson County property tax assessment moves foreward
7 Day Forecast
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Crime

FILE — The Kansas City, Kansas, Police Department

Family of man killed by Kansas City, Kansas police officer sues chief, Unified Government

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Heidi Schmidt
John Anderton, 50, died from injuries following a police shooting in 2023.

News

FILE

Virginia man air-lifted to KC hospital after rollover collision involves semi-truck

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
A Virginia man was air-lifted to a Kansas City hospital after a rollover collision that involved a semi-truck along I-49 near Rich Hill.

News

According to KCKFD, the firefighter is now being hospitalized in stable condition.

KCKFD firefighter hospitalized after person drives over fire hose

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Nydja Hood
According to KCKFD, the firefighter is now being hospitalized in stable condition.

Crime

Terrance Johnson, Ana Loh

Armed robbery of North KC business leads to charges for 2

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
Two men have been arrested and charged after the armed robbery of a North Kansas City jewelry business over the weekend.

News

Officers with the Liberty Police Department and firefighters from the Liberty Fire Department...

Liberty police, fire department help save mother, baby from car in icy creek

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
The crash and rescue operation occurred Tuesday morning.

News

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. -- The KC Mavericks and Variety KC have special hockey sleds available to...

Kansas City Mavericks, Variety KC get creative to offer inclusive family fun

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Heidi Schmidt and Alex Love
The hockey sleds will be available after future Kansas City Mavericks games for fans to use.

Crime

FILE

Arrest made as sexual assault charges filed against Kansas City 18-year-old

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
One man has been arrested and charged in connection to the 2023 sexual assault of a coworker at a Kansas City McDonalds.

Community

A proposed design for the Bruce R. Watkins Connector Community Park along Emanuel Cleaver II...

Last Call: Survey on final thoughts for proposed Kansas City park goes live

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
The Kansas City community has been called on to share their final thoughts about a proposed park along Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd.

News

FILE - In this July 28, 2016 file photo, Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo., speaks during the final...

Missouri lawmaker voices support for ban of stock trading among Congress members

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Zoë Shriner
“It is common sense to ban lawmakers from investing in stocks,” Representative Cleaver said in part.

Crime

Family confirmed to KCTV5 that Baby Gio died after suffering from brain trauma, broken ribs...

Prosecutors in process of reviewing Kansas City baby’s homicide

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Heidi Schmidt
Giovanni Carr was 7 months old when he died in June 2024.

Community

Farmers Insurance

Farmers to leave Olathe campus for new space near Kansas Speedway

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
Farmers Insurance is set to say goodbye to its Olathe campus as employees prepare to move to a new building by the Kansas Speedway.

News

FILE - Kansas City Chiefs chairman and CEO Clark Hunt holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy as their...

Kansas City begins to plan for another possible Super Bowl Parade in the wake of tragedy

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Grace Smith (KCTV5)
A big question looms as the Chiefs look to this weekend’s playoff game against the Texans and beyond.

News

Courtesy: Springfield Fire Department

Firefighters discuss rescue of woman and dog from icy Springfield pond

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The Springfield Fire Department Water Rescue team saved the lives of a Springfield woman and her small terrier dog on Sunday after they fell into an icy pond.

Crime

FILE

Independence woman charged after half a pound of meth found in her car

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
An Independence woman has been charged with trafficking drugs after more than half a pound of methamphetamine was found in her vehicle.

Kansas City Chiefs

Lighting up Union Station both inside and out has become one of the more popular Chiefs...

Chiefs fans flock to Union Station ahead of divisional round playoff

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Nathan Brennan
Lighting up Union Station both inside and out has become one of the more popular Chiefs postseason traditions.

News

FILE

Inmate convicted of murder passes away after illness contracted in prison

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
An inmate who had been convicted of murder has died after he was found to have contracted an illness inside a Kansas prison.

Kansas City Chiefs

FILE

Chiefs fans plan to travel hundreds of miles, spend big on Divisional Round

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
While the Kansas City Chiefs are favored to win the Divisional Round, some of the most die-hard fans in the league are set to travel hundreds of miles and pay hundreds of dollars for the experience.

News

Some ads populating on social media and television are raising eyebrows in Missouri.

Here’s why you might be seeing sports betting ads in Missouri — even though it’s not yet operational

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Hannah Falcon (KCTV5)
Although voters passed Amendment Two legalizing sports betting, the Missouri Gaming Commission has not yet awarded any licenses.

Crime

Crews battle a 3-alarm fire in Shawnee on Jan. 15, 2025.

3-alarm fire leads to injuries, significant damage at Shawnee apartment building

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
A resident and three firefighters were treated for injuries they sustained as a 3-alarm fire engulfed a Shawnee apartment building.

News

WV drivers have a 1 in 35 chance of striking a deer on the highway.

Man’s car catches fire after colliding with deer on Kansas interstate

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Zoë Shriner
The man's car caught fire shortly after hitting the deer, the Kansas Highway Patrol reported.

News

A mugshot of Jerome L. Davis sourced from a previous arrest in 2014.

Man recently released from Leavenworth penitentiary charged with first murder of 2025

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Zoë Shriner and Ryan Hennessy
Jerome L. Davis is facing 10 felony charges in connection with a fatal New Year's shooting that marked Kansas City's first homicide of 2025.

News

"Her prosecutorial experience and her skill working with neighborhoods will ensure she is a...

Mayor Lucas appoints new Public Safety Director following Melesa Johnson’s departure

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Zoë Shriner
Mayor Quinton Lucas's office announced four new staff members on Wednesday, including the Director of Public Safety and the Director of Public Policy.

Consumer News

The Epperson House, 5200 Cherry St., Kansas City, Mo.

UMKC: Historic Epperson House turns boutique hotel, spa

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Julia Scammahorn and Grace Smith
“One of the most frequent questions I get about UMKC is next steps for the Epperson House, and now I can finally share a promising answer,” said UMKC Chancellor Mauli Agrawal.

News

K-State's Gap Goat goes missing

What happened to the K-State Gap Goat?

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 10:14 PM CST
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By Katie Maher
K-State women's basketball's beloved 'Gap Goat' has gone missing.

Kansas City Chiefs

Nikki and Josh Jackson will make a special trip to Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday, all the way...

Chiefs latest playoff game brings fans from as far as Alaska

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 9:09 PM CST
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By Betsy Webster
Josh and Nikki Jackson have a view of a glacier from their backyard. They live 45 miles northeast of Anchorage. The vistas are breathtaking, but Josh’s favorite sight ever came on his first trip to Kansas City in 2020.

News

50-year-old Dennis Sharkey Jr. was shot and killed in his car along I-29. His family and...

‘It just doesn’t make sense’: Family, friends of sports reporter seek justice after his death

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 8:06 PM CST
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By Chandler Watkins
Family and friends of Dennis Sharkey Jr. gathered outside Arrowhead Stadium Tuesday afternoon to remember the man they say was outspoken, opinionated, and loved.

Crime

FILE: Handcuffs Graphic

Man indicted for meth trafficking, illegal firearm possession

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 7:27 PM CST
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By KCTV5 Staff
A Kansas City, Missouri, man has been indicted in a pair of separate and unrelated cases for drug trafficking and illegally possessing firearms.

Kansas City Chiefs

Should the Kansas City Chiefs manage to find a way to three-peat, businesses in the...

With Chiefs three-peat possibility, businesses seek alternatives to avoid trademark tussle

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 6:48 PM CST
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By Jiani Navarro
With playoff season in full swing and the Kansas City Chiefs’ AFC Divisional matchup with the Houston Texans approaching this weekend, many fans and businesses are looking ahead.

Health

Narcan dispensers available across Raytown.

‘This will save lives’ Narcan dispensers across Raytown aim to address ongoing opioid epidemic

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 6:29 PM CST
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By Nydja Hood
Those are important kinds of small steps people can take to get into recovery."

News

Kansas City business owners are hoping leaders at the local and state level will help curb...

Kansas City businesses want more action after recent break-ins as leaders work on initiatives to help

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 6:24 PM CST
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By Samantha Boring
As leaders try to help many owners want to see more action in place.

Crime

A shooting in the 3900 block of Lister Avenue resulted in a homicide investigation on Tuesday,...

Shooting on Kansas City’s East side kills 1, critically injures another

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 6:07 PM CST
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By Gabe Swartz
A shooting in the East Side area of Kansas City, Missouri, is under investigation as a homicide Tuesday evening.

News

File- Kansas City road crew

Northland gives KC plow response an F in some neighborhoods

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 5:58 PM CST
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By Ryan Hennessy
“People couldn’t get out and go to work, you know, into the weekend, they missed an entire day or entire week of money.”

Community

Volunteer lawyers and all four chancery court judges will be available during Friday's free...

MLK Day Legal Clinic in its 3rd year helping those who need free legal advice.

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 5:14 PM CST
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By Jonah Kahn
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr., there will be a free legal clinic on Jan. 20.

Kansas City Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) celebrates after an interception during...

Jones, Watson among several full participants for Chiefs in first practice ahead of AFC Divisional

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 4:53 PM CST
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By Gabe Swartz
Several of the critical pieces with injury questions heading into the Kansas City Chiefs’ first playoff game this season got positive signs on Tuesday.

Regional Politics

Sarah Willson will begin in the role of Director of the Missouri Department of Health and...

Kehoe appoints Sarah Willson as Director of Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 4:36 PM CST
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By Gabe Swartz
Willson will begin in the role on Feb. 14, 2025, and awaits Missouri Senate confirmation.

Crime

Police in Kansas City, Missouri, are investigating a homicide that occurred in the 6300 block...

Man killed, police investigating homicide on Manchester Avenue

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 4:25 PM CST
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By Gabe Swartz
Police in Kansas City, Missouri, are investigating a homicide that occurred Tuesday afternoon.

News

Kansas City skyline, December 2023

Kansas City launches program to support landlords and expand affordable housing

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 4:17 PM CST
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By Jonah Kahn
The Property Owner Support Program will help property owners with inspection assistance and reimbursement for repairs.

News

KANSAS CITY, Kan. -- The fire department closed Station 20 after structural concerns on 1/13/25.

Inspection deems Kansas City, Kansas fire station safe after structural concerns

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 3:04 PM CST
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By Heidi Schmidt
Firefighters were temporarily relocated, but are now back at Station 20 in KCK.

News

File- Kansas City Police Department patrol car

Kansas City police rescue critically injured woman from apartment before standoff begins

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 3:03 PM CST
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By Zoë Shriner
A woman was found inside the apartment with critical gunshot wounds, the Kansas City Police Department stated.

News

Kansans to Save $41M thanks to Water Resources Development Act

Kansans to save $41M with Water Resources Development Act

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 2:57 PM CST
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By Joseph Robben
The United States Congress’s passage of the reauthorization of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) will save Kansans more than $41 million.
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