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Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Today is a First Alert Weather Impact Day for scattered rain showers and a few thunderstorms this morning with rain showers lingering through lunchtime in a few spots. Temperatures this afternoon will be greatly impacted by this morning's cold front and rain showers. Highs will reach into the upper 70s and middle 80s with lower humidity compared to days past. Additional thunderstorms may develop late this afternoon in vicinity of the cold front across the Truman Lake and Lake of the Ozarks region. Friday's cold front will pave the way for a beautiful, sunny and dry Labor Day weekend with lows in the 50s to around 60 degrees and highs in the upper 70s and lower 80s. The cooler-than-normal temperatures will continue for at least the first half of next week, before returning to normal by the end of next week.
Predicting KC Royals' September call-ups thanks to MLB expanded rosters in 2024
UPDATE: After this story published, the KC Royals announced that Vinnie Pasquantino's injury has been diagnosed as a broken thumb and he could be out for several weeks. The team has not yet announced a diagnosis for Lucas Erceg's injury. Today and Saturday are the last August days of the...
1 arrested, 1 injured in Springfield nightclub incident
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - One man has been arrested, and another person is in the hospital after a fight in the parking lot of a Springfield nightclub. The Springfield Police Department says the call came from Midnight Rodeo on South Glenstone Avenue just before 11 p.m. During that altercation, the...
Columbia favorite faces repeat food storage violations during inspection
A Columbia favorite for Chinese food had some issues with food storage, with a couple noted as a repeat violation during a routine inspection Aug. 22. House Of Chow, 2101 W. Broadway, was storing food on the floor of its walk-in cooler and freezer rather that at least six inches off the floor, one of the repeat violations. An inspector also found some raw beef stored in the walk-in cooler on top of a box of...
NFL Week 1 Power Rankings: Chiefs Lead, 49ers Rise while Vikings Drop
The upcoming NFL season aims towards Super Bowl 59, kicking off on September 5. The Kansas City Chiefs top the power rankings as they seek a third straight championship. Meanwhile, teams like the San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions, and Philadelphia Eagles aim to solidify their positions after offseason changes and new strategies to challenge the reigning champions. Several teams, including the Bills and Jets, have made notable improvements and are climbing the ranks leading up to the start of the season.
Tracking rain from a cold front that brings a cooler weekend
TODAY: Friday starts with a muggy feel, and a few showers. Showers will be weakening and dying as they move in from the west ahead of a cold front this morning. The cold front will still be there though, and it will trigger storms along it's front edge this afternoon as it continues to slide across the region. Most south of a line from Sedalia to Mexico will see thunderstorms through the afternoon and evening, with storm initiation sometime in the 1-3 p.m. window. Storms will be scattered, but a chance for hail or damaging winds will exist on an isolated basis. Overall the threat for severe is low with only modest support for these storms.
Mahomes Reflects on Chiefs’ Tough Journey to Super Bowl LVIII
Patrick Mahomes highlighted the journey of the Kansas City Chiefs to their Super Bowl LVIII victory, emphasizing the significant challenges faced throughout the season. In an interview, Mahomes acknowledged the team's offensive struggles while praising the defense for leading them. He noted that their underdog mentality, especially after the regular season, helped fuel their playoff success. The Chiefs’ dramatic 25-22 overtime win against the San Francisco 49ers was characterized by Mahomes' clutch plays and strategic execution.
Missouri named second riskiest state for drivers, study shows
ST. LOUIS — Missouri ranks as the second riskiest state to drive in, according to a recent study by Forbes Advisor. The state’s drivers face many risks that contribute to the dubious distinction. The state is also near the bottom of the list for teen drivers, according to WalletHub. Car theft is a major concern […]
Court rules Missouri voters will decide on allowing new casino at Lake of the Ozarks
(The Center Square) – Voters will get a chance to approve a casino at the Lake of the Ozarks in November after a judge overturned the secretary of state’s ruling keeping it off the ballot. Cole County Circuit Judge Daniel Green on Friday issued a two-page judgement stating Osage River Gaming and Convention, the group that gathered signatures to get the measure on the ballot, had met the requirement. “Based...
KSHB 41 Weather Blog | Great weekend weather in KC, stormy for the lakes
Welcome to Labor Day weekend, weather blog readers!. The rainfall and associated cold front that passed through today have provided us with perfect weather for outdoor cookouts, pools, and more—at least locally. Some of the larger lakes in Missouri, however, won't be as fortunate. I'll cover that shortly. First,...
Missouri and the Midwest are gearing up for water fights fueled by climate change
Where the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers meet north of St. Louis, the powerful waterways form a line in the middle of their flows, at first refusing to mix together in their new union. As it cuts across the state on its way to meet the Mississippi, the Missouri River irrigates...
After Further Review: Cole Young 8/30
Hours before the kickoff of the season in Missouri, classifications and districts were announced on Friday by the Missouri State High School Activities Association. As usual, there are a few teams moving up and down, along with some districts that look a little different than they did in past years. Here’s a breakdown of what happened in each class, along with any interesting changes.
Missouri tech company is hosting a 54-hour competition for entrepreneurs
A Missouri tech company is launching a new 54-hour competition with the intent of highlighting the state's rural tech industry. Codefi, a tech company based in Cape Girardeau, is hosting its inaugural Ozarks Startup Weekend in Springfield Sept. 13-15. Participants will have 54 hours to develop a business idea, design and build a software prototype, and pitch a project to a panel of tech industry professionals. Codefi will award $15,000 cash to successful teams. ...
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