Grand jury indicts man for 2023 Kansas City robbery, killing
A Jackson County grand jury has indicted a 21-year-old Kansas City man in connection to a 2023 shooting that left a 16-year-old boy dead during a drug deal-turned robbery.
Third homicide under investigation in Kansas City Sunday: KCPD
The Kansas City Police Department is investigating a third homicide in the city on Sunday night.
Kansas school districts may lose federal funding over gender identity policies
The U.S. Department of Education has determined that four Kansas school districts, three of which are in the Kansas City metro, have gender identity policies that violate federal…
FOX4 Forecast: Warming up early this week
We've got a cool start to the morning with highs expected to soar into the middle and upper 70s with abundant sunshine
8 children killed, teenager among 3 people injured in 'tragic' Louisiana mass shooting: Police
Two women and a teenager were also injured in the incident, police said Sunday afternoon.
5 injured, including students, in shooting near the University of Iowa
The investigation remains ongoing.
Singer D4vd arrested in murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that David Anthony Burke, 21, of Los Angeles, was arrested on Thursday and is being held without bail.
Raymore woman seriously injured after crashing into wrecked car on I-49
A Raymore woman is in the hospital with serious injuries after she crashed into a wrecked car on Interstate 49 in Kansas City.
Kansas City man sentenced in the death of missing woman
The man charged in the death of Abbi Schaeffer has been sentenced, Jackson County Court records show.
Two teens killed in separate homicides in Kansas City Sunday evening
Police are investigating two separate deadly shootings in Kansas City, Missouri on Sunday evening.
FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour stops at Kansas City's Power & Light
The FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour is in Kansas City this weekend, along with excitement among fans ahead of the upcoming tournament.
Man charged in connection with Kansas City funeral shooting in February
Police have arrested a man who they believe shot at four people, including a police officer, at a funeral inside a Kansas City church back in February.
Lawrence man arrested in the death of his grandmother
Lawrence Kansas Police officers arrested a man early Saturday morning who says he killed his grandmother by strangling her.
Woman shot dead after attacking 3-year-old boy with large knife at Omaha Walmart
A woman was shot and killed by officers outside an Omaha, Nebraska, Walmart Tuesday morning after investigators say she tried to abduct a 3-year-old boy and attacked him with a…
Turkey crashes through driver's window, lands in woman's lap in Lee's Summit
A woman driving on U.S. 50 Highway in Lee's Summit, Missouri, had a turkey fly through her driver's side window and land on her lap
Missing man found dead inside car in Kansas City, police say
A missing 42-year-old man was found dead in Kansas City, the police department announced Friday.
13-year-old boy, others arrested after stealing cars in Kansas City
A 13-year-old boy and two 21-year-olds led police officers on a chase after stealing cars in Kansas City
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe issues State of Emergency, prepping for storms
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has declared a State of Emergency ahead of potentially dangerous storms across the majority of the state on Friday.
Kansas City man sentenced for shooting zTrip driver
A Jackson County judge has sentenced a 20-year-old Kansas City man for shooting an a zTrip driver in 2024.
FOX4 Forecast: One risk dodged...two coming
A warm and windy start to the day will lead to showers and thunderstorms later today, with a risk in place for severe weather today and tomorrow
No injuries reported, schools buildings damaged by suspected tornado in Clinton
Henry County Emergency Management is reporting power lines down and structures destroyed after a tornado ripped through the area Wednesday evening.
Family finds car in downtown KC when it was supposed to be at the mechanic's
A mechanic at a dealership offers to fix your car on the side, saving you money. One owner now says that offer truly was too good to be true
LIVE UPDATES: Tracking severe weather Friday afternoon
We are weather aware with a threat for severe weather Friday afternoon into the evening.
Gravestones damaged as tornado hits historic Belton cemetery
More than 25 gravestones, some weighing upward of 1,000 pounds, were toppled at the Belton cemetery early this morning, likely due to tornado damage. The National Weather Service…
Belton residents take shelter as tornado rips through city Friday evening
A tornado ripped through Belton, Missouri on Friday, causing considerable damage to one neighborhood, but city officials were prepared and the community is now focused on moving…
Early morning apartment fire injures 3 adults and 2 children
Just before 3:00 a.m. firefighters from Overland Park, Lenexa, and Shawnee were called to a building fire at the Sheridan Ridge Apartments at 83rd and Farley St.
Prosecutor drops murder charge for second Kansas City Chiefs rally shooting suspect
Prosecutors have dropped a second-degree murder charge against Terry Young, a man accused of being one of the shooters in the 2024 Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade and rally…
Kansas City Fire Department responds to morning apartment fire near downtown
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Kansas City Fire Department responded to a three-alarm fire on Friday morning east of downtown. According to KCFD, crews were sent to a fire just after 5…
EF-1 tornado, 110 mph winds confirmed in Belton
The NWS ruled that the tornado that damaged homes and a historic cemetery was an EF-1 in rating. The estimated peak wind speed was 110 miles per hour.
Chicken Salad Chick to open new location in Liberty, Missouri
Chicken Salad Chick is opening its sixth Missouri location in Liberty, Missouri, and is giving away free chicken salad for a year to 100 lucky customers on April 28.
'Do what scares you': Artemis II crew talks about historic moon mission
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission speaks at a news conference Thursday after their record-breaking trip around the moon.
NWS confirms two tornadoes hit Clinton, Missouri, Wednesday night
The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed two tornadoes touched down in Clinton, Missouri, Wednesday night, causing damage to multiple structures and leaving debris scattered…
Overland Park man arrested after stabbing snorkel-tour guide in Hawaii
Police in Hawaii arrested an Overland Park, Kansas man after he stabbed the captain of a fishing boat at sea, police say.
Gun found in student's backpack at Independence high school: Police
A student was arrested at William Chrisman High School in Independence, Missouri, after a gun was found in their backpack
FOX4 Forecast: Severe storms likely Friday
Prepare for a hot day followed by a strong cold front bringing severe showers and thunderstorms for Friday afternoon and evening.
Multiple Kansas City area schools to dismiss early as severe storms loom
Multiple Kansas City-area school districts are dismissing students early Friday as severe storms threaten the area.
Tornado damages multiple homes in Belton, Missouri, Friday evening
A tornado touched down Friday evening in Belton, Missouri leaving multiple homes and businesses damaged.
Man charged in connection with downtown Kansas City deadly stabbing
Clinton J. Kelly was charged with second-degree murder and armed criminal action after he allegedly stabbed and killed a man in Kansas City
Two arrested after Raymore vehicle theft early Saturday morning: Police
The Cass County Sheriff's Office says two people were arrested after a vehicle was stolen early Saturday morning in Raymore.
Man shot to death outside KCK home; One person in custody
An investigation is underway after a man was shot to death outside a home in Kansas City, Kansas, late Saturday night.
FOX4 Forecast: Dry, warm, and windy Monday
After about half an inch of rainfall today, skies are clearing tonight as temperatures stay warm and winds remain strong. Monday is partly cloudy with highs climbing into the 80s.…
Several lanes of I-435 close Saturday night after motorcyclist ejected in crash
A motorcyclist is in the hospital with critical injuries after they were involved in a crash late Saturday night on Interstate 435, leaving part of the highway closed for several…
Clay County Sheriff's Office investigating deadly hit-and-run crash
The Clay County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred near Interstate 35 in Liberty, Missouri
I-70 back open in Lafayette County after semi truck rollover
Westbound Interstate 70 in Lafayette County is expected to be closed for at least four hours after a semi truck overturned on Saturday afternoon.
65-year-old seriously injured in overnight multi-car crash on I-70
A 65-year-old man is in the hospital with serious injuries after an overnight multi-car crash on Interstate 70.
Girl seriously injured after being hit by KCPD patrol car Saturday morning
Early Saturday morning KCPD officer was involved in an injury crash involving a juvenile pedestrian at Armor Blvd, and Tracy.
Overland Park police investigate early morning fatal crash on I-435
Just after 3:30 a.m. the Overland Park Police were called to investigate a crash in the eastbound lanes of I-435 at Quivira.
Family of man killed in Wyandotte County jail files federal lawsuit
The family of Charlies Adair, an inmate killed in the Wyandotte County jail last summer, have filed a federal lawsuit.
Joe's Blog: Severe storm risks this week (MON-4/13)
We're almost halfway through a wet start to April in KC. With yesterday's soaking rains (good grass growing rain), we're now up to 3.36" of rain for KCI. The last time we had more…
Multiple officers respond to 30-person disturbance at Kansas City Walmart
A Kansas City Walmart was surrounded by several local law enforcement agencies Saturday night after dozens of people were reportedly involved in a disturbance and assault at the…
Parkville homes still getting repaired from March storm
Scattered storms are on deck this week for the area. The City of Parkville says homes are still getting repaired from the storm on March 10.
Missouri governor speaks on security plans for World Cup in Kansas City
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe is hosting a security planning roundtable in Jefferson City to discuss the upcoming World Cup matches in Kansas City
Kansas City tow truck driver shot while towing man's car
A Kansas City tow truck driver is in critical condition after police say he was shot by a man while towing his crashed car last week.
New documents reveal regret, missed opportunity after deadly MO gas explosion
One year and a day after a deadly gas explosion rocked the town of Lexington, Missouri, hundreds of pages of newly released federal documents are shedding light on what happened…
SILVER Alert issued for missing man last seen in Kansas City
The Kansas City Police Department has issued an Endangered SILVER Advisory for 92-year-old Lloyd Greenfield, who has dementia
FOX4 Forecast: Strong storm chances ahead
Expect a warm and windy day with a few pockets of rain, followed by showers and thunderstorms moving in late Tuesday
Person stabbed to death in downtown Kansas City Sunday morning: KCPD
Detectives are on the scene of a stabbing in downtown Kansas City that left one person dead, Kansas City police dispatch confirmed with FOX4.
Hawaiian fast food chain closes Kansas City area locations
A popular, Utah-based Hawaiian fast food chain has closed all their locations in the Kansas City metro.
FOX4 Forecast: Sunday is more iffy
Rain chances will decrease throughout the day with temperatures in the 50s, and more off and on rain is expected throughout the weekend
FOX4 Forecast: A calmer Thursday
Showers and thunderstorms are expected this morning, with the potential for severe storms in the afternoon
IHOP server's paycheck bounces, leaving her facing eviction
The owners of several IHOP locations in the Kansas City metro are under fire again.
Royals' move downtown takes a step forward
The plan to get the Kansas City Royals to move downtown cleared a hurdle on Tuesday.
Neighbors helping neighbors after Ef-2 tornado hits Ottawa, Kansas
Tornado damage is extensive throughout Ottawa. Not even 24 hours after the storm, people who call Ottawa home started showing up to help each other.
Painted Tree Boutique closes stores nationwide amid retail challenges
Painted Tree Boutique has announced the closure of all of its store locations nationwide and cites the changing retail landscape, rising costs, and shifting market conditions as…
Community shaken but standing strong after tornado rips through Hillsdale, Kansas
Hillsdale was hit by an EF-2 tornado, with winds reaching up to 115 miles per hour.
Man charged in Saturday deadly shooting in Kansas City, Kansas
An 18-year-old man is charged following a deadly shooting over the weekend in Kansas City, Kansas.
EF-2 tornado confirmed in Ottawa during Monday night storms
The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed Tuesday afternoon the tornado that touched down in Franklin County, Kansas, Monday night, was an EF-2.
Joe's Blog: More severe weather risks (TUE-4/14)
That was quite the night last night, as supercells formed in eastern KS and rumbled through areas south of KC. The storms were a surprise in a sense because while there were all…
LIVE UPDATES: Clean-up, recovery efforts underway after tornadoes hit Kansas
After a night of damaging storms and tornadoes across Kansas, local law enforcement and emergency crews are already hard at work on clean-up and recovery efforts.
Kansas governor issues disaster emergency after tornadoes hit parts of the state
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly declared a state of disaster emergency after tornadoes and severe thunderstorms impacted parts of Northeast Kansas
Parks board to vote on Royals stadium plan
Mayor Quinton Lucas revealed the plans for a downtown baseball stadium last week.
Tornado and severe storms damages 50+ homes in Miami County Monday night
A tornado in Miami County, Kansas caused damage to at least 50 homes and one person was injured, with debris scattered throughout the area
Paola, Osawatomie begin repairs from baseball-sized hail damage
A state of emergency has been declared in Miami County, Kansas as well as the cities of Paola and Osawatomie after large hail caused widespread damage early Wednesday evening.
Kansas City leaders approve $600M downtown Kansas City Royals stadium
The City of Kansas City has approved a $600 million funding package that will keep the Kansas City Royals stadium in Missouri.
What to do after a tornado, how to document damage for insurance
Here's what you need to know if you're home or property was damaged by a tornado.
1 dead, 2 injured after car hits semi trailer on I-670 in Kansas City
The Kansas City Fire Department (KCFD) responded to the crash just before 11:30 a.m. on I-670 and Genessee Street.
Independence police officer competing in 130th annual Boston Marathon
Officer Jeff Nunn is running this year in honor of the Independence Police Department's fallen heroes.
PHOTOS: Hail damage at Osawatomie High School after Wednesday's storms
Schools in Osawatomie, Kansas were closed Thursday due to hail damage from Wednesday night's storms
PHOTOS: First look at the damage after tornadoes hit areas south of Kansas City
Three confirmed tornadoes ripped through areas south of the Kansas City metro, causing damage to homes in Franklin and Miami counties
Lee's Summit West fires head football coach, other coaching staff for MSHAA violations
Head Coach Willie Horn, assistant coach Bill Birmingham and volunteer coach Sean Thornton will no longer be part of the football program.
4 The People: Downtown baseball stadium, the World Cup and SevenDays
Kansas City, Missouri moved two steps forward in trying to get the Royals to build a downtown stadium in the Washington Square Park near Crown Center.