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Riders forced to evacuate Worlds of Fun rollercoaster mid-spin
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Those on Worlds of Fun’s Spinning Dragons rollercoaster were forced to walk down the ride’s stairs after it stopped mid-spin. Worlds of Fun officials confirmed to KCTV5 that on Thursday, July 25, riders were forced to evacuate the Spinning Dragons roller coaster after the ride stopped mid-spin. Those on board were forced to walk down flights of stairs.
Missouri Minute: Southwest to end open-seating policy; Wentzville UAW workers reach tentative deal
The U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% annual rate in the second quarter, outpacing expectations. The gross domestic product snapshot published Thursday showed second-quarter economic expansion doubled the first quarter's 1.4% rate. The growth was driven primarily by increases in consumer spending for goods and services, private inventory investment and nonresidential fixed investment. Consumers spent the most on goods in the energy sector and health care services. In transportation, the leading carrier at Missouri's two largest airports is ushering in changes for passengers. Southwest Airlines announced it will abandon its open-seating policy in favor of assigned seating and premium options. The airline cited customer experience and financial performance for the change. In health care news, St. Louis-based Ascension is selling off 13 facilities to a for-profit hospital operator. Keep reading for these stories and more.
Unsolved but not forgotten: Annual event honors Kansas City homicide victims
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (KCTV) - It’s been 11 years since Corey Laykovich was stabbed and killed in Kansas City in 2013, and the authorities eventually caught his killer, but many have yet to hear those words. This year is the 11th Annual Corey’s Network Vigil event at the Speaks Suburban...
Ex-KCPD lawyer leaked documents alleging misconduct. Now he could lose his law license
In 2022, Ryan McCarty sent out an 8-page letter unleashing allegations about malfeasance in the department. He claimed his superiors suppressed potentially exculpatory documents in criminal cases.
Patrick Mahomes' Seven-Word Warning For the Las Vegas Raiders is Turning Heads
Earlier this week, the Las Vegas Raiders poked fun at Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Several Raiders players passed around a puppet of Kermit the Frog wearing a Mahomes jersey, making fun of the superstar quarterback's unique speaking voice. Video of the Raiders having a laugh at ...
Governor Parson Honors Rogersville Woman Aubren Dudley
Missouri Governor Mike Parson paid tribute to a woman killed in a traffic crash at the intersection of Hwy 126 and Route T near Golden City. Governor Parson said in a post on social media that Aubren Dudley of Rogersville had worked for the children’s division of the Missouri Department of Social Services for five years.
Warrensburg Police Reports for July 26th, 2024
AUTHOR'S NOTE: The Warrensburg Police Department issues their reports to the press once weekly. These reports are for every incident submitted from July 1st through July 7th, 2024. The reports were submitted to KSIS on July 26th, 2024. On 07/01/2024 at approximately 0018 hours, Officers responded to the 400 block...
Young hits bases-loaded triple in the 10th in the Nationals' 10-8 victory over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS — Friday’s Game Report: Nationals 10, Cardinals 8 (10 innings) The Cardinals offense found success against lefthanded starter Mackenzie Gore on Friday night, getting home runs from Masyn Winn and Nolan Arenado. Unfortunately, the success was short-lived when the Nationals turned the game over to their...
Sikeston Walmart greeter writes book about his years on the job
SIKESTON, Mo. (KFVS) - A Sikeston man has been working as a Walmart greeter for the last seven years, and now he wants to share that experience with the world. That’s why he’s writing a book to give people an idea of what it’s like saying hello to folks at the world’s largest retailer.
52-year-old man identified as victim of early-morning shooting in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A 52-year-old man has been identified as the victim of an early-morning shooting in Kansas City as police have yet to release the name of his killer. The Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department announced on Friday, July 26, that investigators have identified the man who died in an early-morning shooting as Anthony Lewis, 52.
Cardinals painted themselves into a corner with trade chip
Dylan Carlson has essentially become an expendable asset for the St. Louis Cardinals. Once compared to Albert Pujols and Oscar Taveras, Carlson hasn't quite panned out for St. Louis, and after a strong rookie season in 2021, the young outfielder has taken several steps back and ultimately lost his starting job.
Cabool YMCA project nears reality with $2 million boost
The Cabool Community Center YMCA, a 43,630 square foot facility, is closer to becoming a reality thanks to a $2 million state contribution, covering 25% of the project cost. The post Cabool YMCA project nears reality with $2 million boost appeared first on Houston Herald.
Insider Predicts Chiefs Will Give Up on 3rd-Year WR: ‘Difficult Decision’
The Kansas City Chiefs’ wide receiver competition is heating up, but third-year wideout Skyy Moore still isn’t doing enough to separate himself from the pack. That’s why Arrowhead Pride’s Pete Sweeney believes Moore won’t make the team’s regular season roster. Sweeney dished out his...
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