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Jerusalem Farm: Historic Northeast resident Feedback
The goal of this survey is to provide residents with a process to influence activities, programs, and investments in their neighborhood. The survey was created in collaboration with Jerusalem Farm and residents from the Northeast KCMO neighborhoods: Indian Mound, Scarritt Renaissance, Pendleton Heights, Lykins, Independence Plaza, Sheffield, and Paseo West.
Garrison Community Center Welcomes Northeast Refugees
Kansas City Public Library’s (KCPL) North-East branch, along with Della Lamb, Harvesters and at least 50 vendors, gathered June 20 at Columbus Park’s Garrison Community Center to celebrate and welcome Northeast refugees. Crafts were available for children and teens, live musicians performed and nourishment was offered from Kenya,...
Blair's Law pushes for stricter punishments on celebratory gunfire
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City, Missouri, police are pleading to people to not fire guns in the air for celebratory gunfire this July 4 holiday. Blair Shanahan Lane would be 24 years old, but she was killed by a stray bullet in celebratory gunfire when she was 11 years old.
Dad Doula and nonprofit team up to improve maternal and infant care
A doula is typically a woman who provides guidance and support to pregnant women during labor. It's not every day that you hear about a daddy doula, but James Hogue is hoping to change that.
Former Smithville trapshooter earns spot in Paris Olympics
A former manager of the Kansas City Trapshooting Association at Smithville Lake has earned the incredible honor of representing the women’s national team in the Paris Olympics. Rachel Tozier, part of the Army marksmanship unit on the shotgun team, is gearing up for her chance to represent the U.S....
U.S. loss in Copa America averaged 3.78 million viewers, most-watched non-World Cup match on FS1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The United States’ 1-0 loss to Uruguay in its final Copa America group stage match Monday night averaged 3.78 million viewers. It was the most-watched non-World Cup soccer telecast on FS1 and the most-watched English-language Copa America telecast in the U.S. The audience peaked...
KCPD officer faces more excessive force allegations in new lawsuit
The lawsuit claims that the deaths of Kristen Fairchild and Marcel Nelson, as well as the shooting of Jaden Thorns were without just cause. It also claims that the deaths of Nelson and Fairchild were wrongful, and includes a count of battery for the injury of Thorns, the surviving teenager who was shot in the head.
New proposed federal heat safety rule could protect workers
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Department of Labor and OSHA are proposing new safety hazards for the excessive heat in the workplace as a heat advisory continues in Kansas City. The proposed rule would require companies to develop emergency response plans, establish rest breaks, and provide shade and water.
Author Hampton Sides will discuss the controversial explorer Captain Cook while in Kansas City
Bestselling author Hampton Sides takes readers on a high-seas adventure in his latest book, "The Wide Wide Sea: Imperial Ambition, First Contact and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James Cook." The nonfiction book recounts the voyage that would lead to the death of Cook, a once celebrated, now controversial...
“Its not really surprising”: Shoppers share concern after man assaults officer with metal chair in downtown grocery store
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - There are security concerns at a downtown grocery store after police say a man assaulted an officer. On Sunday morning, Jorge Arroyo was asked to leave the store because he was previously caught stealing—he turned violent. Police say Jorge Arroyo, 39, was asked to...
Unexpected fireworks can present harm to veterans with PTSD during holidays
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A lot of people will be coming to tents set up all week to buy fireworks for the 4th of July. But instead of celebrations for freedom and independence, those same booms and loud noises from fireworks, can bring back nightmares to veterans from their days in combat.
Power outage hits Kansas City, Missouri's River Market, around 1,700 without power
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A power outage is impacting Kansas City's River Market. Evergy says they are investigating an outage that's left a little over 1,700 without power. The cause of the outage is unknown at this time. The outage has forced some businesses to close or make service...
Plaza businesses react to new owners long list of intended improvements
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Tuesday was day two of the Plaza’s new owners and storefronts said they’re already seeing progress. The city welcomed and celebrated the Texas-based group, Highland Park Management, on Monday. The owners came up with a long list of changes and plans they have...
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