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Taxes, charter schools, community policing at heart of League of Women Voters forum
With a little less than three weeks to go before the Aug. 6 primary, the League of Women Voters of Columbia-Boone County wants an informed electorate. So, a candidate forum was held for the three contested Boone County races: Missouri House District 44, Missouri House District 50 and Boone County Sheriff.
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas feeling 'pressure' over the Chiefs and World Cup planning
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas met with Missouri Gov. Mike Parson and leaders from Jackson and Clay counties earlier this month to discuss plans to keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals in the state of Missouri. "I do feel pressure as the mayor to make sure these teams stay...
Gypsy Rose Blanchard will narrate her memoir's audiobook. Here's when it goes on sale
Folks who've kept a close eye on Gypsy Rose Blanchard over the years will soon be able to connect with her in a new way. Blanchard announced Tuesday that she will be narrating an audiobook version of her memoir "My Time to Stand," which is expected for release on Dec. 10. "This project is...
CID proposed for old Schnucks property along Mexico Loop Road
At its July 11 meeting, the O’Fallon City Council conducted a public hearing and gave first reading to a bill that would establish the 1421 Mexico Road Community Improvement District (CID) for the entire property, all of the businesses eventually housed within the location and the parking lot. Rosalita’s Cantina Mexico Road Real Estate LLC filed the application. The CID would be a separate political subdivision governed by a five-member board of directors.
Picnic Area Closed at Mastodon State Historic Site
Imperial, Mo. (KFMO) - The picnic area and Spring Branch Trail at Mastodon State State Historic Site, in Imperial, remained closed due to Tuesday's flooding. The picnic area and all of its amenities are inaccessible due to debris deposited by the flood water. Officials say that the picnic area and Spring Branch trail sustained a considerable amount of damage during the flooding event and it's being assessed.
Floodwaters destroy restaurant in Warren County; owners unsure of future
WARREN COUNTY, Mo. — A Warren County business is destroyed as a result of Tuesday’s historic flooding. The popular restaurant and bar is one of the only places in town that serves food. Owners aren't sure if they'll be able to re-open. A buckled wall now barely stands...
NFL Fans Are Losing Their Minds Over Story Of Andy Reid Taking A Play Call From The Most Unlikely Source That Led To A Touchdown
NFL fans are in shock after an old Andy Reid story that resurfaced on social media today. Andy Reid led the Kansas City Chiefs to their second consecutive Super Bowl championship last season, strengthening his case as the greatest offensive-minded head coach in NFL history. Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes...
Jordan Walker's recent struggles with Cardinals prove John Mozeliak right in worst way
Jordan Walker was seen as a future star who'd hit in the middle of the order for the St. Louis Cardinals for many years to come. While he had bumps in the road in his rookie season, Walker still hit 16 home runs and had a very respectable .787 OPS in 117 games played.
Lee’s Summit couple sues KC hospital over ‘dirty’ infection. ‘It’s been devastating’
An attorney is pursuing a class action against the Saint Luke’s Health System connected to sterilization allegations that first surfaced with a whistleblower complaint in 2023.
Whistleblower says WashU Transgender Center at St. Louis Children's Hospital closing down
A former employee at the Washington University Transgender Center at St. Louis Children’s Hospital says it’s closing down, with the head doctor leaving and moving to Colorado.
NFL legend Emmitt Smith to attend Boys & Girls Club of Springfield event
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Mercy Springfield Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield is welcoming NFL Hall-of-Famer Emmitt Smith as a special guest for its 25th annual Steak & Steak Dinner and Charity Auction this September. The event will take place at the University Plaza Convention Center on September 24, 2024, from 7-10 p.m. The event […]
Kansas City police: Car thief drags victim to death after stealing vehicle on Paseo
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City police say someone died after being dragged by a suspect who stole their vehicle. The death happened just after 1 p.m. Wednesday in the 2900 block of Paseo. Police say someone was attempting to steal a white Ford F350 when the vehicle's owner...
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