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Leavenworth Planning Commission member Jonathan David Kesler was arrested on suspicion of child exploitation, two Arby’s locations in Johnson County closed, and Levant Bakery opened in Mission as part of a growing trend of international dining concepts in the area.

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Leavenworth planning commissioner arrested in child sexual exploitation investigation
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Let’s Dish: Chain closes Johnson County spots + October openings
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Prospective Kansas governor-elect Cindy Holscher has unveiled a policy agenda prioritizing tax reform and Medicaid expansion, a Kansas City neighborhood has emerged as a prominent hub for women-owned businesses, and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation is probing a police shooting in Kansas City, Kansas.

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Cindy Holscher is the prospective governor-elect. Here’s what she has promised Kansans
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This popular KC neighborhood has become a hub for women-owned businesses
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Man shot, injured by KCK police officer duri...

A man died following a shooting in Kansas City, the Kansas Bureau of Investigation is reviewing an officer-involved shooting in Kansas City, Kansas, and firefighters extinguished a vacant residential blaze early Saturday morning.

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Shooting near south Kansas City hotel leaves one man dead, police say
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Fire at Kansas City home brought under control; no injuries reported
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KBI: Man shot in incident involving Kansas City, Kansas, police officer
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Hardback Books opened in Kansas City’s Midtown to strong attendance, an Olathe mother launched a baseball-themed cottage bakery to honor her late son, and a man died following a shooting at a Kansas City hotel.

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Crowds for KC’s new sci-fi & fantasy bookstore ‘surpassed’ owner’s high expectations
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Johnson County mother opens cottage bakery selling cookies inspired by her son
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Man shot outside hotel in KCMO, died in hospital
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The Crown Center Ice Terrace has opened for its winter season, the Kansas Bureau of Investigation is reviewing a police-involved shooting in Kansas City, and a statewide Purple Alert has been issued for a missing man from Sharon Springs.

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Crown Center’s ice rink is open for its 54th season. Here’s how much it costs
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Kansas City, Kansas, police officer shoots man, KBI investigating
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Statewide Purple Alert issued in Kansas for missing Sharon Spring...

UMKC basketball has returned to the historic Municipal Auditorium as the city prepares a major restoration project, residents in Independence can anonymously surrender firearms for repurposing at a Guns to Gardens event, and Wyandotte County officials are reassessing community funding strategies following the rejection of two sales tax measures.

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UMKC basketball returns to historic Municipal Auditorium; city moves forward with $75M renovation
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Guns to Gardens: upcoming metro event offers safe firearm disposal
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Independence city staff are proposing regulatory reforms to streamline small-business operations, the Missouri Attorney General has issued cease-and-desist orders to eight businesses accused of illegally selling marijuana products, and Democrat Chris Mann has defeated incumbent Kris Kobach in the Kansas Attorney General race.

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Independence to present plan to ease business licensing, add small-business help Monday
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Missouri AG issues cease-and-desist letters to 8 unlicensed marijuana dispensaries
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Associated Press calls Kansas Attorney General's race for Democrat Ch...

Wyandotte County election officials have initiated a mandatory hand-count audit of ballots for tight statewide races, Kansas secretary of state candidates have expressed confidence in the integrity of the verification process, and a local small business owner is seeking community support to recover his operations after a vehicle accident.

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Wyandotte County begins close-race audit as Kansas awaits official governor-elect
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‘Really good process’: Kansas candidates for top election official trust audit
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After nearly 2 years sober, Kansas...

Thirty-six Lawrence residents are visiting Algeria to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties, Missouri voters approved a constitutional amendment requiring a supermajority for legislative changes to voter-initiated laws, and the state Attorney General issued cease-and-desist orders to eight Kansas City retailers for allegedly misrepresenting themselves as licensed marijuana dispensaries.

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World Cup 'love story' leads to Algerian government-hosted trip for Lawrence community
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Missouri measure gives state strongest protections for direct democracy in the country
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Holliday Montessori students rallied for the Kansas City Current ahead of their upcoming playoff match, Democratic state Senator Cindy Holscher holds a significant lead in the Kansas gubernatorial race, and bipartisan teams have begun mandatory hand-count audits of close election contests across the state.

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Current hosts pep rally at Holliday Montessori before Saturday’s quarterfinal against Angel City FC
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‘Difficult to overcome.’ Kansas Republicans brace for stunning Holscher victory
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Kansas governor race audit underway as bipar...

Missouri State Representative Anthony Ealy was arrested on misdemeanor assault and peace disturbance charges, Children’s Mercy Hospital announced a major workforce restructuring involving the transfer and elimination of hundreds of roles, and Kansas City community leaders are preparing for an upcoming summit focused on racial justice and reparations.

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Missouri State Rep. Anthony Ealy charged after allegedly threatening to kill man
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What’s next for 473 Children’s Mercy workers after revenue department closing announcement
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Fabeik J. Maker faces assault charges following a shooting at a Kansas City park, Charles Smith-Howell received a 72-year prison sentence for the 2023 murder of Ebony Duncan, and a multi-agency law enforcement initiative resulted in 21 arrests and the seizure of significant quantities of narcotics and firearms.

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Man charged after shooting at Hidden Valley Park in Kansas City
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Man sentenced to 72 years in prison for woman’s 2023 disappearance, murder
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Federal, local agencies report drug, firearm seiz...

Kansas City prepares for the inaugural Troost United Fest this Saturday, Democratic parties in Missouri and Kansas evaluate recent legislative gains following a significant election cycle, and the Kansas City Chiefs adjust their defensive strategy for Sunday’s game against a Jets offense missing wide receiver Garrett Wilson.

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Troost United is KC’s new festival celebrating music, culture. What to know before you go
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Democrats rode a blue wave. Can they ever keep up momentum in Missouri and Kansas?
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The National World War I Museum and Memorial is expanding its Veterans Day programming to mark the Liberty Memorial centennial, the city of Leawood is implementing new safety regulations for electric bikes and scooters, and Evergy has announced a modernization project for the Southtown Substation.

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Veterans Day carries added meaning this year in KC. Where to go to honor and remember
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Johnson County city adopts e-scooter rules after child deaths prompted safety reviews
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State Representative Anthony Ealy remains in custody following his arrest on assault and disturbance charges, the Crown Center Ice Terrace has opened for its fifty-fourth season, and the National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for the region ahead of a brief period of cold weather.

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Metro area state representative arrested following Capitol disturbance, held with no bond
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Crown Center Ice Terrace opens for its 54th season with free skating Friday morning in Kansas City
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Kansas City International Airport travelers face higher airfare and increased passenger volume for the Thanksgiving holiday, Senator-elect Adam Hamilton will transition to a part-time pastoral role while implementing enhanced security at his church, and the KC Streetcar is providing free transportation for fans attending the UMKC basketball season-opening doubleheader this Friday.

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Thanksgiving airfare is up 31% this year — here's how flexible travelers can still save money
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Firm ‘boundaries’ and security upgrades: What’s next for Adam Hamilton’s church?
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United Parcel Service is launching a seasonal hiring drive for over one thousand positions in Kansas City, a Kansas City Royals affiliate has acquired a downtown office tower to support future stadium district development, and the metro area recorded its second-highest midterm election turnout in twelve years.

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UPS is hiring over 1,000 KC-area employees for the holidays Here’s how to apply
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Royals-tied company buys 28-story office tower near Crown Center, future stadium site
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Wyandotte County resolved a legal dispute regarding a potential stadium project by securing infrastructure and oversight concessions, Kansas City officials approved a modernization plan for the citys convention and entertainment venues, and Lee’s Summit voters rejected a proposal to consolidate citywide trash collection services.

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New settlement details emerge as UG rescinds ordinance over Sports Authority bill exemptions
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Kansas City moves forward on restoration of historic convention center and Municipal Auditorium
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Lee's Summit voters decl...

Kansas City launched the Fight the Blight initiative to rehabilitate neglected properties, police are investigating a shooting that left one person in critical condition in the citys east side, and neighborhood advocates are calling for supportive enforcement measures regarding the new property program.

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Kansas City launches Fight the Blight website to address vacant, neglected properties
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Police investigating critical injury shooting in east Kansas City
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1 person critically wounded in shooting Thursday night in east Kansas City, Mi...

James D. Fishbaugh was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for attempting to solicit a minor, Mark Duane Strand was convicted on multiple counts of child sexual abuse and witness intimidation, and senator-elect Adam Hamilton is preparing for his term as the first Democratic senator from Kansas in nearly a century.

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Blue Springs man sentenced for attempting to meet teen for sex
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Lawrence man, 74, guilty on all counts in sex crimes case involving 3 children under 14
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