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Hey Democrats, if you want a quick-fix Biden replacement, try Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly
Democrats’ efforts to dispose of President Joe Biden finally bore fruit Sunday, as the octogenarian exited the presidential race with (I imagine) a snarl and an under-his-breath “malarkey.” Panicky politicos feared a total GOP takeover of Washington, D.C. Now they have a clean slate and a huge task in front of them: finding someone else […] The post Hey Democrats, if you want a quick-fix Biden replacement, try Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
Kansas fugitive captured at hotel in Colorado due back in court
PUEBLO COUNTY — A wanted Kansas suspect captured at a motel in Colorado is scheduled to return to a Kansas courtroom on Monday. Ryan Antalek, 40, Wichita, is charged with criminal discharge of a firearm, aggravated assault, fleeing or attempting to elude an officer, stalking, two counts of criminal threat, and criminal damage to property, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.
Jury: Woman guilty in drug deal death of Kansas teen
JOHNSON COUNTY —A Kansas woman accused of a deadly overdose death is guilty, according to a jury in Johnson County. Last week, a jury convicted 48-year-old Trina L. Golden of distribution of drugs causing death and use of a communication facility during a drug felony, according to Johnson County District Attorney Steve Howe.
Expect large police presence in Overland Park during training exercise
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A significant number of police, fire and EMS crews might be in the area of W. 109th and Roe in the coming days. Coordinators said they are not dealing with an emergency, they are training on how to respond to one. Many first responders from...
Pierce City Fire Protection District asking for property tax increase for improvements
PIERCE CITY, Mo. (KY3) - Voters living within the Pierce City Fire Protection District in Lawrence, Barry, and Newton counties will decide on a tax increase during the August primary election. According to language on the ballot, proposition one is asking voters if the board of directors of the Pierce...
Woman hospitalized after ATV crash in Jefferson Co.
MERIDEN (KSNT) – A 50-year-old woman was hospitalized after a crash in Jefferson County on Sunday. At 8:49 p.m., the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office was called to the 8600 block of Meriden Road for reports of an injury crash on private property. When officers arrived they found a 50-year-old woman had crashed an ATV, according […]
Motorcycle crash Sunday afternoon in Johnson County sends man to hospital
MISSION, Kan. (WIBW) - One person was taken to the hospital following a single-vehicle motorcycle crash Sunday afternoon in Johnson County, authorities said. The crash was reported at 12:53 p.m. Sunday on the ramp leading from southbound Interstate 35 to northbound Interstate 635 in the city of Mission. According to...
‘By the grace of God’: South KC renters thankful to be alive after fire wipes through apartment
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Multiple families are forced to find a new home as a massive fire rips through an apartment complex. KCPD said the fire started around 10:45 a.m. at the Gatehouse Apartment building near 116th and Winchester. The fire destroyed 12 units, eight of which were full.
Kansas City teens rally, share personal experiences of gun violence with Jackson County legislators
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Nearly 40 teenagers gathered at the Jackson County Courthouse to share their personal experiences with gun violence, while also calling for solutions to the widespread issue. The effort was led by the Nia Project, a non-profit dedicated to mentoring young Black women in Kansas City.
Man Hospitalized After Phoenix Domestic Dispute Escalates to Shooting, Kansas City Crime Scene Reveals Critically Injured Victim
In Phoenix, a situation that began as a dispute between family members crescendoed into violence late Sunday night, resulting in one man being whisked to the hospital with gunshot wounds. As detailed by 12 News, the incident was a direct progeny of a domestic dispute. The situation escalated when police found the man, identified as Mario Casteneda, gripping a firearm outside of an apartment building. Following police orders, Casteneda reportedly relinquished the gun and was detained at the scene.
Temperatures will climb back into the 90s later this week
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — There is a slim chance for a shower or two before sunset in Kansas City. Otherwise, things are comfortable. Monday night will bring a few clouds with lows in the mid-60s. Things also start gradually heating up this week. Highs will be back in the...
Hy-Vee to host event for small-business owners in Kansas City in September
Hy-Vee Inc. announced that it will host the OpportUNITY Inclusive Business Summit in Kansas City in September. The event aims to provide small business owners with learning opportunities and resources from Hy-Vee and other local business leaders. The summit, which is free and open to the public, will be held Sept.12 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. The event will include a live pitch competition for minority- and women-owned businesses, from which 15 finalists will be selected to compete for up to $50,000 in cash investments from Hy-Vee. Those interested in participating in the pitch competition can learn more and apply on the event page.
Kansas City woman arrested for meth distribution, aggravated child endangerment in Osage Co.
OSAGE COUNTY, Kan. (WIBW) - A 37-year-old Kansas City woman was arrested after a traffic stop on Monday morning in Osage County, officials said. Authorities from the Osage County Sheriff’s Office stated that a K-9 Unit conducted a traffic stop after a traffic violation. The stop occurred at 189th...
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