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Cam Newton Makes Bold Claim That AFC Squad, Not Cowboys, Is 'America's Team'
Cam Newton has never been short of words — well, except after a loss in the Super Bowl. But now that he has his own podcast, 4th & 1, he's letting it all loose. In a recent episode, Newton focused on the Dallas Cowboys' Dak Prescott, arguing that the veteran starting quarterback needs to be ...
‘We still matter': Flooding forces homeless out of encampments overnight
KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KSHB) -- Flash flooding early Thursday morning left dozens of homeless individuals in disarray after waking up to their belongings and encampments overrun by rushing water. A spokesman for the Kansas City Fire Department said there were 11 reported rescues Thursday morning as calls for help came...
Liberty Hospital joins University of Kansas Health System
The merger between the Missouri community hospital and Kansas academic health center was met with resistance by some state lawmakers. Despite resistance from lawmakers in both Kansas and Missouri, Liberty Hospital has officially joined the University of Kansas Health System, executives announced Monday. Leaders of the health system announced the...
Kansas City police investigate hit-and-run crash, drunk driving suspected
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City police say a suspected drunk driving incident led to a serious crash early this morning. Around 1 a.m. on July 5, a motorcyclist was stopped at a red light near 35th Street and Southwest Trafficway when a Honda Civic collided with the bike, ejecting the rider onto the car's hood.
Athlete heroes pave way for stars of today
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - In World War II, some of the biggest names in baseball spent significant time serving their country. Cleveland pitcher Bob Feller signed up for the military just two days after Pearl Harbor. As a gunnery officer, he was in some of the biggest naval battles of the war.
Payment backlog leaves Missouri child care providers desperate, on the brink of closing
This spring, the state of Missouri owed Kimberly Luong Nichols $5,000 in backlogged payments for children at her Kansas City daycare who were part of a state subsidy program. For four years, she’s operated a licensed daycare inside her home, where she currently serves 10 children. Luong Nichols stopped drawing a salary last summer to […] The post Payment backlog leaves Missouri child care providers desperate, on the brink of closing appeared first on Missouri Independent.
USACE and NWS give MO River Flood Updates on Friday, July 5th
(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the National Weather Service's (NWS) Water Prediction Center located in Kansas City released updated information during a daily call concerning the Missouri River flood conditions on Friday, July 5, 2024. According to Kevin Lowe from the NWS Kansas...
Rays Take Series From Royals
The Tampa Bay Rays (44-43) defeated the Kansas City Royals (48-41) 10-8 on Thursday night in Kansas City. The Rays have now won five consecutive series. The Rays built leads of 4-0 and 8-3 but the Royals battled throughout this game. Brandon Lowe with 3-for-5 with a homer and a RBI while scoring three runs - Jonny DeLuca also went 3-for-5 with a homer and two runs driven in.
After spending her 17th birthday at hospital, teen now aims to help other patients celebrate their special days
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Sami Tolliver has spent a lot of time at Children’s Mercy over the last few years. “When I was 13 years old, in September of 2020, I became severely sick, and I was diagnosed with an extremely rare and life-threatening condition,” said Tolliver. “I’ve been battling with it ever since. From all the countless hospital stays, ER visits, treatment options, Children’s Mercy has been by my side the whole time.”
Chiefs Already in the Heads of One 2024 Opponent
As the defending champs, and back-to-back Lombardi winners at that, the Kansas City Chiefs know every team is hoping to knock them off of the top in 2024. However, there are surely some franchises around the league who think they're better than KC, or at least aren't as high on the Chiefs this year.
Metro hospitals reports multiple patients have suffered fireworks-related injuries
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - With the celebration of Independence Day unfortunately comes the risk of injuries related to fireworks. Since Monday, Children’s Mercy Hospital has reported that its healthcare workers have treated three such injuries, all to teens. Hospital administration described the injuries as two hand injuries and one eye injury.
Who will break the unbeaten streak? Kansas City Current and Orlando Pride play a great game
Get ready for a clash of giants! Kansas City Current, league leaders with a 10-0-5 record, face Orlando Pride, who have exactly the same record and are in second place, well in the rearview mirror. Both teams are unbeaten in 15 matches, but something has to give this Saturday at CPKC Stadium. It's more than a game, it's a clash of titans that will define who is the true leader of the NWSL.
Missouri Task Force One deploying to Texas ahead of Tropical Storm Beryl
BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri Task Force One is heading to Texas Saturday morning, ahead of Tropical Storm Beryl, according to a social media post from the Boone County Fire Protection District. The Federal Emergency Management Agency activated the task force to deploy as a type three team, consisting of 37 members, plus 10 ground The post Missouri Task Force One deploying to Texas ahead of Tropical Storm Beryl appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Saturday, July 6: Great weekend weather, keeping humidity away
I think Mother Nature is trying to apologize for the soggy ending on the 4th by bringing lovely weather for the 5th, 6th, and 7th. Thankfully, the hot and humid conditions will be staying away. Temperatures today will be warmer than what we got yesterday, but still not too bad. Expect highs to climb to […]
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