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Kids with autism welcomed at local pool: ‘We want to communicate that KC is inclusive’
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A pool day is a summer staple for many students on summer break, but for those with developmental disabilities, it’s not always easy. To give those students a safe and accessible day at the pool, an area nonprofit joined forces with the City of Kansas City for their own private event.
'I won't let it bother me': Local kidney disease patient draws inspiration from U.S. gymnast Sunisa Lee
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Each member of the gold medal-winning U.S. Women's National Gymnastics Team has a story of perseverance and determination, but maybe none more so than Sunisa Lee. After the 21-year-old from Saint Paul, Minnesota, won the all-around gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she set...
Xavier Worthy's biggest flaw exposed in embarrassing Chiefs training camp drill
If you ever needed more proof that the Kansas City Chiefs were inevitable, look at last season. Even when the offense was at their worst in the regular season, they still managed to lock in and get on the same page during the playoffs and won their third Super Bowl in the last five seasons. The fear this offseason was that the Chiefs would get better roster-wise in the offseason.
Jefferson City's Jordan Martin set to represent USA in U-18 baseball squad
Jefferson City — Jefferson City’s Jordan Martin is a special athlete and now he has a chance to show that on the world stage with the Team USA U-18 squad. “I’m excited to go out of the country and face talent that I’ve never seen before. And of course, it’s always cool to be wearing USA across your chest for your country, but I think I’m most excited to get out there and see what other talent there is around the world,” said Jordan.
Six Flags employee arrested for alleged stealing
Eureka Police arrested a Six Flags employee, a 19-year-old Florissant woman, for allegedly stealing one of her co-worker’s wallets and a pair of shorts from one of the amusement park’s shops, police reported. Officers were called at about 1:30 p.m. July 12 to the park, 4900 Six Flags...
Chillicothe R-II Parent Portal Enrollment
Chillicothe R-II parents and guardians of students will have access to their child’s grades, attendance, and other important educational information through the district’s Parent Portal. The Annual Online Registration Update for the district opens on August 1st (Thursday). All parents of new and existing Chillicothe R-II students must...
Chiefs Rookie Possibly Pulling Away in Starting Position Battle
The left tackle battle is likely the most significant storyling at training camp for the Chiefs, who must decide if 2023 third-round pick Wanya Morris or 2024 second-rounder Kingsley Suamataia will protect Patrick Mahomes' blindside. It's been called the team's biggest concern entering the new year, though it appears the...
Former Country Club Plaza owners report selling shopping center for $175.6M
As the Country Club Plaza’s new ownership group moves forward with several changes and improvements at the shopping center, financial filings Wednesday detail the June sale of the Plaza.
Cafeterias returning to City Hall and 1520 Market Street
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The City of St. Louis is planning to bring back food vendors to City Hall and 1520 Market Street. The Comptroller’s Office is searching for vendors to fill in space for a food hall. The City says they would consider one operator to deliver a food court experience with a variety of options.
Former Chiefs Wide Receiver Already Failing With New Team
Former Chiefs WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling enjoyed his fair share of ups and downs in Kansas City, leaving the organization as a playoff hero with two Super Bowl rings. Unfortunately for the 29-year-old deep threat, he's off to a poor start with his new squad, the Buffalo Bills. Joe Buscaglia of...
Kansas City tenants to benefit after two complexes found to be infested
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Tenants in Kansas City are set to benefit from two major rulings made in separate cases to hold apartment complexes accountable for infestations. Tenants with the Heartland Center for Jobs and Freedom, a nonprofit in Kansas City, Missouri, announced on Wednesday, July 31, that they have claimed two major victories this week following separate court rulings.
Courtroom outburst delays hearing for alleged Kansas City serial killer
In Kansas City, Missouri, the evidentiary hearing for Fredrick Scott, who is charged with murder, took an unexpected turn during the morning session. According to witnesses, Scott’s courtroom outburst has caused yet another delay in the seven-year-old case. In 2017, victims’ remains were discovered on the trails near Indian...
St. Louis City SC kicks off Goal: Zero sustainability campaign
At CITYPARK, the usual goal is to score points, but when the new sustainability campaign, Goal: ZERO, the aim is zero waste. “In my 10-plus years working in global soccer, I must’ve been to [more than] 50 stadiums around the world, spanning all continents, and I’ve never seen anything like CITYPARK’s commitment to delivering real environmental sustainability,” Diego Gigliani, STL CITY SC president and general manager, said in a statement.
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