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FOX4 Kansas City 6h ago

Leavenworth man accused of killing sons must stay in jail, take medication

by Jonathan Ketz

Donald Jackson Jr. was in court Friday where a judge ordered he must stay in jail, and also must take medication so he can potentially stand trial for capital murder.

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FOX4 Kansas City 5h ago

Two guns, bullets found at middle school in Kansas City's Northland

by Kaitlyn Schwers

Guns and bullets were found inside a locker Feb. 20 at Northgate Middle School in Kansas City, the principal said. A student is in custody.

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FOX4 Kansas City 5h ago

Kansas City Council pushes back on proposed midtown Costco changes

by Alyssa Mueller

Kansas City leaders are opposing proposed changes to the Midtown Costco, saying it could reduce services to everyday residents

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FOX4 Kansas City 5h ago

Residents allowed to return after Ray County fires. Here's how you can help

by Delaney Eyermann

Sunshine Lake residents are now allowed to return to their homes after fires ripped through the area.

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FOX4 Kansas City 20h ago

Kansas City shuts down nightclubs after deadly shooting

by Brian Dulle

The City of Kansas City announced on Tuesday it is investigating the nightclub following the deadly shooting.

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FOX4 Kansas City 21h ago

Jackson County Legislator Sean Smith running for Congress again

by Jonathan Ketz

Republicans are entering the race to try to unseat longtime Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver.

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

Johnson County juvenile detention center's future uncertain amid low occupancy

by Matt Stewart

The Johnson County Board of Commissioners is reviewing the future of the juvenile detention center in Olathe due to declining occupancy

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

Clay County Sheriff's Office opens new unit to manage 'increasing' sex crimes cases

by Olivia Johnson

The Clay County Sheriff's Office has launched a Special Victims Unit to combat its growing caseload of sexual crimes, including internet crimes involving children.

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

Part of I-70 closed this weekend in Kansas City; two bridges set to be demolished

by Kaitlyn Schwers

Part of Interstate 70 will be closed this weekend in Kansas City, MO as crews take down the Cleveland Ave. bridge and 27th St. bridge.

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

KU Medical student turns near-death diagnosis into fight for reform

by Malik Jackson

Fourteen months ago, continuing her education at the University of Kansas School of Medicine didn’t seem possible for Kaitlyn Sy.

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

Sheriff warns to avoid Sunshine Lake area due to multiple structure fires in Ray County

by Brian Dulle

Multiple structures are reported to be on fire in the Sunshine Lake area of Ray County, according to the sheriff's office.

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FOX4 Kansas City 2d ago

Man charged with sexual assault found not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect

by Delaney Eyermann

The man accused of sexually assaulting a Lee's Summit woman in 2024 has been found not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect.

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FOX4 Kansas City 2d ago

Asbestos discovered at Sedalia school, district says air is safe

by Delaney Eyermann

The school district said a buildup of dust particles was discovered in a classroom at Smith-Cotton Junior High School last week.

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FOX4 Kansas City 2d ago

Kansas House overrides Gov. Kelly's veto on bathroom bill

by Jonathan Ketz

The vote was 87-37 and will now become law after the State Senate's override of the same measure Tuesday.

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FOX4 Kansas City 9h ago

Things to do in Kansas City this weekend Feb. 20-22

by Alyssa Mueller

Kansas City is hosting a range of events this weekend, including the KC Brew Fest, the Broadway phenomenon Hamilton and more

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FOX4 Kansas City 7h ago

Several businesses damaged overnight in downtown Kansas City, police investigating

by Alyssa Mueller

Nearly 10 businesses in downtown Kansas City had broken windows on Friday morning. Detectives are investigating

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

Find a Kansas City-area fish fry for Lent with this 2026 list

by Brian Dulle

Several Kansas City-area churches and organizations are preparing for a fish fry this Lenten season. We've rounded up dozens across the metro.

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

Mexican restaurant in Lawrence says ICE detained an employee

by Kirsten Stokes

On Tuesday morning, El Potro was one of several reported locations where ICE detainments took place in Lawrence, Kansas.

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

What you need to know about the Kansas wildfires

by Delaney Eyermann

Multiple wildfires have been burning across Kansas as of Tuesday, Feb. 17, when the state began to experience higher winds and drier conditions than normal.

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FOX4 Kansas City 21h ago

FOX4 Forecast: Falling temperatures & cold wind

Temperatures are expected to drop below average by the end of the week, with some snow flurries possible overnight Friday into Saturday morning

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

Heroic dog leads Kansas City officers to home of lost toddler

by Olivia Johnson

It's true. Not all heroes wear capes -- but some do have four legs and a tail.

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

Man dies after being attacked by dog in Independence

by Delaney Eyermann

A man is dead after being attacked by a dog in Independence, Missouri.

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FOX4 Kansas City 1d ago

Algerian national team confirms World Cup base camp will be in Lawrence

by Dillon Seckington

The Algerian national football team confirmed that it will call Lawrence, Kansas home for the 2026 World Cup, marking the fourth national team to choose the area as its base camp…

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