Kansas City Overview: Money Bomb, Turf War & Prez Completes MAGA

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Independence Day 2024 Aftermath Cont'd

Local hospitals report dozens of fireworks-related injuries

Dozens of patients were treated across Kansas City's hospital networks for fireworks-related injuries

Powering Local Vote

Jackson County officials, KC woman work to ramp up voter registration ahead of Missouri's primary deadline

The voter registration deadline for Missouri's primary election is less than two days away. The KC Board of Election Commissioners hired extra seasonal workers to make sure the election ran smoothly.

Show-Me Funding Critical Mass

Missouri governor signs tax break for Kansas City nuclear weapons parts manufacturer * Missouri Independent

Gov. Mike Parson signed a tax break meant to help expand the nuclear weapons manufacturing facility in Kansas City operated by Honeywell.

Rock Chalk Homestead Advice

'Only more expensive tomorrow': Industry experts offer tips for 1st-time Kansas homebuyers

Nationwide, buying a home is perhaps at its most challenging in U.S. history. 12 News spoke with local experts to gain insight into what Kansas homebuyers can expect.

Ice Cream Options Abound

Betty Rae's Ice Cream announces grand opening of fourth shop location

Betty Rae's has set the grand opening of its fourth location, complete with a new production center and Test Kitchen.

Diva Forced To Duck Amid Concert Season

Bebe Rexha threatens to SUE fan after they try to throw object at her

Bebe Rexha threatened to sue a concertgoer after they allegedly tried to throw an object at her mid-performance - one year after she was struck by a phone onstage .

Even MSM Admits Points Lost

What the polls show 11 days after the Biden-Trump debate

Analysis: There hasn't been a fundamental change in the race (at least not yet). But the polls have moved 1 or 2 points against Biden since his debate struggles.

MAGA Needs Prez As Opponent

Hear Trump's response when asked if he wants Biden to quit the race | CNN Politics

Former President Donald Trump was asked about the presidential race against President Joe Biden and potentially facing a different candidate during an interview with Fox News anchor Sean Hannity.

Policy Nerds In Perspective

Sen. Rubio tries to distance Trump from Project 2025

Rubio dismissed the plan as "the work of a think tank."

Storm Anticlimax

Hurricane Beryl live updates: Category 1 storm makes landfall on Texas coast

Follow NBC News' live coverage for the latest updates on Hurricane Beryl which is set to make landfall on the Texas coast.

Eastern Europe War Grinds On

Ukraine in mourning after day of deadly attacks

A children's hospital in Kyiv was hit when Russia launched a wave of missile strikes on Monday.

Holy Land Moves In . . .

Israel deepens its operation in Gaza City, as pockets of militancy continue to dog the military

Israeli forces deepened an operation in the Gaza Strip's largest city in what the military said was meant to weed out militants, sending thousands of Palestinians fleeing from an area already ravaged in the early weeks of the nine-month-long war.

Star Power For Tech Merger

Tyler Perry, John Krasinski, Mark Wahlberg and More React to Paramount-Skydance Deal: "I'm Thrilled"

Major Hollywood players celebrated the Paramount-Skydance deal, calling the sale a win for the industry and a match made in movie heaven.

Stunt Tragedy Trial Starts

Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial begins with jury selection

Alec Baldwin's trial in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer is about to begin

Round Up Celebration

There's a new holiday in New Orleans called 'Back That Azz Up Day.' Here's the story behind it.

Mayor LaToya Cantrell issued a proclamation to recognize June 11 as "Back That Azz Up Day," in celebration of the 1999 hip-hop hit song and its music video released by

New Hotness: Poly Parents

Mom Opens Up About Realities of Raising Kids While in Open Marriage with Husband of 14 Years (Exclusive)

Danielle shared a TikTok video explaining how she and her husband navigate their extramarital relationships with the needs of their two kids.

Bait & Switch Alleged

KC Current seek nearly $2 million in lawsuit over practice facility turf installation

Baller Smash Slated

Bobby Witt Jr. to participate in the Home Run Derby

The phenom will become the fifth Royals hitter to participate.

Tribute & Help For Troops

'One of the best moments you have as a prosecutor': JOCO Veterans Treatment Court looking for mentors

Johnson County's Veterans Treatment Court is looking for mentors for the eight-year-old program. In 2016, it became the first court of its kind in the state of Kansas.

Local BBQ Tradition Expands Waistlines Across Metro

Q39 Officially Announces Plans To Open In Lee's Summit's Oldham Village Development

July 6, 2024 Q39 officially announces plans to open it's fourth location in Lee's Summit. Plans are for a freestanding, pad site location as part of the 50-acre Oldham Village development, off Oldh...

Weather Deets For Tonight

Slim chances for rain in the evening hours this week

Slim chances for rain in the evening hours this week

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