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KCPD funding, child care tax breaks: Missouri’s August ballot issues explained
Kansas City officials have another chance next month to fend off an attempt by Missouri lawmakers to force the city to spend more of its revenue on policing. But despite opposition from Kansas City leaders and activists, there’s no formal campaign against the ballot initiative, which was previously passed by Missouri voters but later tossed […] The post KCPD funding, child care tax breaks: Missouri’s August ballot issues explained appeared first on Missouri Independent.
1 dead in 3-vehicle collision, shutting down I-435
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Just before 11 p.m. on Monday, July 15, Kansas City police responded to a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 435 and Bannister Road. Police said a blue Kawasaki motorcycle was speeding southbound on I-435 when it struck the right rear corner of a white Ford Edge, causing the Kawasaki driver to lose control.
One More Day of Heat Wave
The heat wave will last one more day before we get a break in the high temperatures. A heat advisory will be in effect for southeast Kansas, most of Oklahoma, southern Missouri and all of Arkansas today. The advisories start between 11 and 1 p.m. and will last until 8 p.m. Coffeyville is expected to see a high of 99 with a heat index up to 109 today.
July 16: What you need to know
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - We’re helping you plan your Tuesday on Good Morning Region 8. It will be HOT again today with Excessive Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories in effect across Region 8. Highs will be in the mid-90s, and heat index values will be around 110°. With...
Fire destroys shop at Benton County campground for military members, first responders
Multiple fire departments respond to a fire that destroys a shop at a Benton County campground. The Warsaw Fire Protection District says crews responded to a fire alarm at Camp OBR on Golden Acres Road last night. When crews arrived, they found smoke coming from the eaves of the shop building. Though the fire appeared small at first, once the shop doors opened, the fire rapidly grew, threatening other structures.
John’s Butcher Shoppee owners celebrate 50th anniversary
Judy Kolisch, matriarch of the family that owns John’s Butcher Shoppee, said she has always stressed the importance of providing superior customer service. “My theory is, (customers) don’t have to come through the door. You have to be nice to get them to come in,” she said.
KCPD: Motorcyclist died in three vehicle crash
KANSAS CITY—One person died in a three vehicle accident just before 11p.m. Monday in Kansas City. A Kawasaki motorcycle was southbound on Interstate 435 at Bannister Road at a very high rate of speed, according to KCPD Sergeant Phil DiMartino. The driver lost control of the motorcycle when the...
Brittany Mahomes Goes Viral Sharing New Photos of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, recently returned home from a month-long European vacation. During their trip, which included stops in Spain, Portugal, London, and Switzerland, the couple traveled to Amsterdam to catch Taylor Swift's "Eras" ...
Springfield Fire Department cuts the ribbon for its rebuilt Fire Station No. 7
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3/Edited News Release) - The Springfield Fire Department cut the ribbon on its rebuilt Fire Station 7 on Tuesday. The fire station serves the Brentwood and Oak Grove Neighborhoods. The voter-approved Level Property Tax-funded the new station, which cost $4.2 million. The rebuilt station is in the 21-hundred...
Mother and daughter raise awareness for toxic shock syndrome
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A toxic shock syndrome survivor is warning others about the illness that made her very sick. “It was just really scary knowing that, like, your life could end right there,” said Kelci Smith-Anthony. For Kelci, it all started with a day of swimming at Lake...
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