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Webster County man sentenced for statutory rape
MARSHFIELD, Mo. – One of eight original defendants accused of multiple child sex-related charges was sentenced Monday to at least 21 years in prison for statutory rape. Alan Gilliam, 31, was sentenced to seven years on each of five charges for which he was found guilty in a trial in March 2024. According to court […]
Audiences storm local drive-ins to see ‘Twisters’
CARTHAGE, Mo. — A new movie is taking local theaters by storm, especially drive-ins. Moviegoers packed their cars and waited hours to see the sequel to the 1996 blockbuster, “Twister” — this one called, “Twisters” — which many say is better viewed outdoors.
County executive opens investigation into more overpaid employees
In a FOX Files follow-up, it has been discovered that St. Louis County Executive Sam Page has opened up an investigation into alleged salary overpayments to the county auditor, as he alleges there are more employees who are overpaid.
Michael Irvin Delivered Stern Warning To Travis Kelce Ahead Of Chiefs’ 3-peat Chase
Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs have started training camp for the upcoming 2024 NFL season and begin their journey for a Super Bowl three-peat. Former Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver Michael Irvin knows a thing or two about chasing three straight rings, winning two consecutive in the ...
Parkway School District begins final high school security upgrade
The Parkway School District has been working over the past few years to provide more secure entrances at schools. Officials held a groundbreaking at Parkway North High School Monday morning, the last high school in the district to receive the upgrades.
Joplin man spends week homeless to support nonprofits
JOPLIN, Mo. — An area man is spending this week out in the great outdoors, but not because he wants to get back to nature. Joe Johnson is a big believer in the phrase, “There but for the grace of God go I.”. “Showing people, hey, this could...
Book Review: 'Tales from the Kansas City Chiefs Sideline' offers unique view of franchise history
"My first exposure to Lamar Hunt was his rear end." Veteran journalist Bob Gretz sure knows how to catch a reader's attention. That is how he opened Tales from the Kansas City Chiefs Sideline: A Collection of the Greatest Chiefs Stories Ever Told, a book every devoted Kansas City Chiefs fan should read. Gretz, along with Kansas City Star columnist Pete Grathoff, packed in decades of history and stories into a 230-page book. Overall, it is a delightful collection of stories that span the Chiefs' franchise history, providing both entertainment and education for fans old and new.
KCTV5 speaks to hip hop legend Ice Cube before tour stop in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Member of legendary hip hop group N.W.A., and writer of classic movie series such as Friday and Barbershop, Ice Cube spoke with KCTV5′s Janae Hancock ahead of his upcoming tour stop in Kansas City. Ice Cube along with Westside Connection will perform at Grinders...
Jones departs Crystal City for Ste. Genevieve
A fixture in Crystal City athletics has moved on. Ken Jones resigned in June as Crystal activities director and director of transportation and is the new transportation director for the Ste. Genevieve R-II School District. Jones, 47, oversees about 40 employees, including bus drivers and mechanics, and manages an expanded fleet through the district’s recent acquisition of Fallert Bus Service, Inc.
Body found in wooded area under investigation by Smithville police
SMITHVILLE, Mo. — Smithville police are investigating after a body was found in a wooded area near 194th Terrace on July 21. Police say a search warrant was subsequently executed at a nearby residence, with the Clay County Sheriff's Office and the Kansas City Crime Scene Unit assisting. The...
Chiefs Playmaker Unexpectedly Missing at Start of 2nd Practice
Update: Xavier Worthy was absent from practice on Monday due to an illness. Our original story follows below:. The march towards a third consecutive Super Bowl is officially underway after the Kansas City Chiefs began their training camp last week. The beginning of camp means that Chiefs fans have finally been able to catch a glimpse at the team's offseason additions, including 2024 first-round pick Xavier Worthy.
Career Central: The city of St. Louis is hiring
ST. LOUIS — The city of St. Louis needs to fill more than 100 open positions, including refuse drivers, utility workers, security officers and 911 operators. A hiring freeze had been in place earlier in the year, but Mayor Tishaura Jones lifted that on May 20. St. Louis also...
Convicted teen killer Alyssa Bustamante denied parole; hearing reset for 2029
The Missouri Board of Parole denied convicted Cole County killer Alyssa Bustamante an early release from prison. The post Convicted teen killer Alyssa Bustamante denied parole; hearing reset for 2029 appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Chiefs Safety Justin Reid Messages Fans After Non-Football Injury
As the Kansas City Chiefs’ veteran players reported for the start of training camp this weekend, there was one notable injury surprise that quickly stole headlines on July 21. Starting safety Justin Reid was placed on the “non-football injury” list with a quad issue. Later, the two-time...
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