Kansas City
Man sent chilling text messages to family after killing wife: Police
John Wonder had been in the midst of a divorce when he allegedly killed his wife in grisly fashion.
Auto store worker charged in strangulation death of alleged shoplifter
"Make no mistake, it is law enforcement's job to do the policing, no one else's," a district attorney said about the case.
I lost white friends when I finally spoke out
New white friends are "vetted". I am not teaching "Intro to Blackness 101."
Transgender ban sparks fight between police, attorney general
Missouri's attorney general is urging Kansas City police to enforce the ban after the city's police chief said doing so was outside the department's authority.
Body of baby found in woods as police search for answers
The baby's body was discovered just one day before Mother's Day.
Jackson Mahomes arrested after video released of alleged sexual battery
The younger brother of NFL star quarterback Patrick Mahomes was reportedly booked on a $100,000 bond.
Theme parks crack down on unsupervised teens
Several theme parks are now requiring guests age 15 and younger to be accompanied by someone who is at least 21 during certain hours of operation.
Kansas City grapples with Ralph Yarl shooting
The shooting of a Black teenager by an elderly white man ignited a national conversation about race. But some locals say the situation is more nuanced.
First photo of Ralph Yarl posted since leaving hospital: "Truly a miracle"
Questions have been asked as to why the man who shot the teenager was able to walk free without charge less than two hours after the incident occurred.
"Ralph Yarl's shooting didn't surprise me, I grew up Black in Kansas City"
Being Black is a perilous siege, partly because of white America's view of us.
Ralph Yarl shooting digs up decades of police frustrations
The treatment of the man who shot Ralph Yarl has put a renewed spotlight on years of concerns with how Kansas City police have treated the Black community.
Missouri Governor finally comments on Ralph Yarl shooting, slams Biden
Missouri Governor Mike Parson on Wednesday spoke publicly for the first time on the shooting of the 16-year-old.
Andrew Lester's family, friends skip first court appearance
Lester, 84, pleaded not guilty to two charges in connection with the shooting of Ralph Yarl, 16. Yarl's attorney intends to pursue federal charges in the case.
Ralph Yarl's shooting in his own words
A GoFundMe page created by Yarl's aunt says that the 16-year-old went to the wrong house on April 13 to pick up his siblings.
Andrew Lester was "scared to death" by Ralph Yarl before shooting him
Andrew Lester was charged with first-degree assault for shooting the Black teenager who mistakenly went to the man's home in Kansas City, Missouri.
Who is Andrew Lester? Suspect Identified in Ralph Yarl Shooting
Kansas City police have identified the man who shot 16-year-old Ralph Yarl as Andrew Lester.
Who is Ralph Yarl? Black teenager shot in Kansas City, Missouri
His family described the 16-year-old as an avid scholar with an interest in music.
Ralph Yarl GoFundMe raises $1M as anger grows over shooting of Black teen
The 16-year-old was shot by a homeowner after he rang the doorbell of the wrong home in Kansas City, Missouri.
Anger over Missouri shooting of Black teen who went to wrong address
"I want everyone to know that I am listening and I understand the concern we are receiving from the community," Police Chief Stacey Graves said.
Patrick Mahomes' mom hailed by children's charity amid family controversies
Randi Martin has been involved in a number of charities, including the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback's own venture: 15 and the Mahomies.
Kansas City fire rages as fans celebrate reaching Super Bowl
Video footage captured the blaze near the Chiefs' Arrowhead Stadium.
Video appearing to show 'high' police officer in Kansas raises questions
A clip of an officer appearing allegedly under the influence of drugs has prompted an internal investigation by the Kansas City force.
Drought at Missouri river exposes ancient, possibly extinct, bison
Bones believed to be of the antique bison, an extinct species of bison larger than modern day bison that died out around 10,000 years ago, have been discovered.
Josh Hawley's "prominent" Jan. 6 role, "lies" blasted by home state papers
Hawley was a prominent member of the GOP "Sedition Caucus" who called into doubt the results of the 2020 presidential election.
Pet tethered in yard loses leg after being mauled by dogs: "Had no option"
"Due to the extensive damage to the muscle tissue of Max's front leg, amputation was needed for Max to survive," the rescue team told Newsweek.
Dog digging in owner's backyard unearths human remains: Police
Police have launched an investigation into how the remains ended up in the area behind the house, and what was the cause of death.
Kansas City 'Serial Killer' Rumor Is 'Completely Unfounded,' Say Police
"It's not true—please don't call us and send us links with that information," said Lavera Brown, the mom of missing teen Jayonna Brown.
Girl Dies After Theme Park Drowning Incident
The young child was found unresponsive in the water at a Kansas City theme park on July 5.
FIFA World Cup Hosts Include Surprising 'Soccer Capital' Kansas City
World soccer governing body FIFA announced 16 host cities for 2026 World Cup on Thursday, including 11 cities in the U.S., three in Mexico and two in Canada.
Who Is Leonna Hale? Police Shooting of Missouri Woman Sparks Controversy
A 26-year-old Black woman was shot multiple times by Kansas City police in a case drawing national attention.