Kansas City Crime Scene: Youngster Crooks, Scammers & Creepers

Lots to consider tonight as we share this quick survey of crime, punishment and continued threats to public safety.

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Kansas City man charged in deadly shooting at 53rd and College

The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office has charged a Kansas City man with second-degree murder and armed criminal action.

Juveniles charged in Shaun Brady shooting remain in detention

The two juveniles charged with the murder of Irish Chef Shaun Brady, referred to as "KH" and "LM" during Tuesday's court proceedings, will remain in juvenile detention.

Missouri EBT card holders warned about rise in card-cloning fraud and theft - Missourinet

Missourians who have electronic benefits transfer (EBT) cards for their food stamp benefits are being warned about a sharp rise in the theft of those cards. The Missouri Department of Social Services said thieves are stealing information off the cards with an electronic device or through websites that pretend to be legitimate.

A Kansas legal nonprofit makes a big economic impact with pro bono expungement help

The nonprofit Kansas Legal Services works to provide "equal access to justice for the most vulnerable Kansans," including helping clear records and get driver's licenses restored. A new study found that free and low-cost legal assistance is also positive for the economy at large.

Platte County judge holds release of KCK police shooting footage during records dispute

KCPD investigated two fatal shootings by police in Kansas City, Kansas. The Star is seeking the case files from KCPD under Missouri's Sunshine Law.

KC man accused of molesting 12-year-old believed to be 16

A Kansas City man has been accused of inappropriate interactions with a 12-year-old he believed to be 16 at the time.

Olathe man sentenced to life in prison for multiple child sex crimes

An Olathe man is expected to spend the rest of his life behind bars after he was sentenced for multiple child sex crimes.

Haunted by gun violence in Kansas City

Eight months after Kansas City's Super Bowl victory parade shooting, the survivors say that gun violence feels inescapable. Plus: Critics of a Missouri amendment to legalize sports betting say it won't actually fund education like supporters say it will.

KC man charged in fatal shooting of 68-year-old in his own driveway: Court documents

D'Aires Gadson, 28, is charged with murder after allegedly shooting William Bradford, 68, after the two argued outside Bradford's home earlier this month.

Man accused of killing 68-year-old, stealing truck taken into custody

The Kansas City man accused of shooting a 68-year-old over the sale of a vehicle and then stealing his truck has been taken into custody.

Wyandotte County man found dead at Hutchinson Correctional Facility jail cell

Kevyn Lopez, 26, an inmate in the Hutchinson Correction Facility was found unresponsive in his cell Monday morning.

Lenexa tax preparer pleads guilty after false tax returns cost IRS $1.5M

A former tax preparer in Lenexa has pleaded guilty to more than $1.5 million in lost funds after he filed false income tax returns for clients.

At nearly 80, anti-violence advocate uses his life of crime to motivate KC youth

"At one time I had taken so much from my community that now I feel that I am able to give something back and I don't mind getting out there in the mix."

Silver alert issued for missing Independence man diagnosed with dementia

The Missouri State Highway Patrol issued a silver alert for an Independence man who went missing Tuesday morning.

Blue Springs, Missouri family shaken after garage break-in

A Blue Springs family is urging neighbors to secure their vehicles after a suspect broke into their garage using a stolen garage door opener.

From Life Alert to LAPD and KCPD, Dispatcher Motivated to Make a Difference

Someone at Life Alert’s headquarters in California had to send the help. That someone was Sydney Greenberg, a college student, who saw the company’s ad for a dispatcher, tried it, and loved it.

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