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Parachuting accident leaves Kansas City skydiver injured in Cass County
WEEPING WATER, Neb. (WOWT) - A Kansas City skydiver was hurt this weekend after a hard landing on a pickup truck in a southeast Nebraska parking lot. Cass County Sheriff’s deputies were called to the scene of a parachuting accident at 2:10 p.m. Saturday in the area of the Lincoln Sport Parachute Club, just east of Weeping Water.
Independence charity asking for water bottle donations as temperatures surge
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (KCTV) - With a heatwave hitting the Kansas City metro, a local organization is asking for help keeping people cool. The Community Services League, based in Independence, is hosting a donation drive for water bottles through the end of the week. The water will be distributed to unhoused people living in eastern Jackson County to help keep them hydrated in the heat and connected with CSL’s services.
Excessive Heat Warning triggers multiple Alert Days this week
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City region is under an Excessive Heat Warning for the next four days, triggering multiple First Alert Weather Alert Days for the area. Conditions Monday through Thursday will be dangerously hot, and extra care must be taken for anyone planning to be outside for any length of time.
UCM Division of Art & Design to Present Juried Quilt Exhibition
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Gallery of Art & Design presents “In or Out: Perspectives in Fiber,” a juried exhibition of art quilts opening August 19, 2024. The exhibition is organized by the Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma region of the Studio Art Quilts Association, Inc. (SAQA). For...
Fans Swoon Over Just-Announced Hallmark Star Joining Tyler Hynes Movie
The list of guest stars is a mile long for Hallmark Channel‘s highly anticipated holiday movie, “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.” But the latest star to be revealed has Hallmark fans especially excited. On July 25, 2024, the network announced via social media that longtime Hallmark...
Taylor Swift Fans Are Emotional As Travis Kelce Returns To NFL Preseason And Can No Longer Join Her On Tour: 'Does Not Mean They Broke Up!'
Taylor Swift‘s fans have thoroughly enjoyed seeing her boyfriend Travis Kelce on her Eras Tour recently – who can forget the moment he joined her on stage in London?! – but all good things must come to an end!. According to reports, the 34-year-old Kansas City Chiefs...
Royals debut special ‘Pasqwich’ in honor of Vinnie Pasquantino. Here’s my review
There is a new food stand at Kauffman Stadium, and it honors one of the Kansas City Royals’ biggest stars. On Friday, Pasquantino’s opened for business near Section 208 at The K. The themed food vendor highlights Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino. Pasquantino’s offers a variety of special...
A behind-the-scenes look at Christopher Elbow Chocolates in Kansas City
If you’re from Kansas City, you’ve probably gifted an out-of-towner a box of Christopher Elbow Chocolates. Over the last two decades, self-described “accidental chocolatier” and Kansas City native Christopher Elbow has dazzled locals and visitors with his brightly-colored bonbons. Earlier this week, a group of KCUR...
Travis Kelce's 'nose to the grinder' comment speaks volumes after Kansas City Chiefs return
Travis Kelce balances physical NFL demands, fame, and a Taylor Swift relationship to remain one of the hardest workers at Kansas City Chiefs practice for a chance at a historic Super Bowl three-peat
Drug dealer accused of selling fentanyl to KC woman who died
KANSAS CITY —A Kansas City man who sold and delivered drugs to a woman who died soon after she ingested them faces felony charges in connection with her death, according to Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker. Vincent Scarcello, 27, faces Murder in the 2nd Degree and Delivery of...
Chiefs Reveal Logic Behind Controversial Matt Araiza Roster Decision
With Tommy Townsend's departure, the Kansas City Chiefs needed a new punter. Townsend was one of the most reliable punters in the game, so replacing him would be hard. Because of that, the Chiefs signed former San Diego State punter Matt Araiza. If that name sounds familiar, it's likely because of ...
What to know for back to school 2024-25
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - With back to school just around the corner, many parents and educators around the district have started to prepare. Here’s what you need to know:. Back to School Night: Aug. 15, 4 - 6 p.m. (Grace Early Childhood Center, Wilckens STEAM Academy at Hillcrest (4:30-6:30 p.m.), Mill Creek Upper Elementary School (5:30-7:30 p.m.))
Two teens seriously injured after SUV flips on I-29 near Kansas City Airport
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Two teenagers were seriously injured after their SUV flipped on I-29 near the Kansas City Airport over the weekend. The Missouri State Highway Patrol indicates that just before 5:45 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, emergency crews were called to the area of I-29 and I-435, near the Kansas City Airport, with reports of a single-vehicle collision.
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