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Kansas City's accused Indian Creek serial killer found guilty of first-degree murder in 4 deaths
A Jackson County jury found Fredrick Scott guilty of first-degree murder in four of six killings, capping a case that spanned nearly a decade. He was acquitted on two other counts. Scott faces life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Who is looking at Kansas City Flock camera data?
A recent KCUR analysis reveals that data gathered by Kansas City-area Flock cameras has been searched hundreds of thousands of times by out-of-state police departments. Across the city, residents are concerned by how that data is being used.
For one rural Kansas town, pros of data center investment might outweigh cons
Communities are killing data center proposals faster than ever. But in a struggling small town, the idea of investment measured in billions of dollars can dwarf anything city leaders had ever hoped to attract previously. Hear the appeal data centers may have to places the…
Kansas needs more doctors but new federal loan limits could make it harder to attend medical school
The rules could limit the chances of people attending medical school, further exacerbating the healthcare worker shortage.
Curated Collection – First Fridays
It’s time to embrace fall in all its creative, delicious glory. From fabulous art and tempting fare to the local vendors that make First Fridays special, this Curated Collection is […]
Dedication At Every Turn
It’s a bit of a leap, metaphorically and literally, from the C-suite at Commerce Bank to the dance floor of Cristo Rey KC’s Dancing with the Kansas City Stars, but […]
REVIEW: Lyric delivers honest, thought-provoking Bohème
Puccini’s La Bohème offers different rewards to us at various phases of our lives. Eager young listeners can relate to the idea of falling insanely in love in about 17 minutes, which […]
Deborah Joan “Debby” Chapman
Deborah Joan “Debby” (Koch) Chapman, 79, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away on Sept. 14, 2026, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. The [...]
THE BIG FOUR-O: Chamber Orchestra offers delights using local talent
It’s difficult to imagine a higher calling for a nonprofit performing-arts organization than to provide employment for local artists. For four decades the Kansas City Chamber Orchestra, perhaps more than […]
Kansas City school districts have tough budget choices to make
Public school funding continues to fall across the U.S., with Missouri facing its own tight budget. Schools are facing tough decisions like collecting more in taxes, reducing staff members and programs, closing buildings — or all of the above.
Philadelphia Weekly
Published September 19Where to Watch Kansas City Royals vs. Cleveland Guardians: TV, Streaming and Schedule Guide
The Kansas City Royals and Cleveland Guardians are American League Central rivals, and their matchups are always worth circling on the calendar for fans in the region. Whether you’re in Cleveland, Kansas City, or watching from Pennsylvania, here’s a practical breakdown of when…
Kansas City looking to clear roadblocks in contracting with women- and minority-owned businesses
Kansas City Council: Neighborhood Planning and Development Committee (Sept. 1, 2026) By Brandee Collins, Kansas City Documenter These notes were produced through Kansas City Documenters, which trains and pays community members to take fact-checked notes at public meetings,…