For many of TKC readers, the "repeat offender" status of the cop killer suspect is critical info in today's news cycle in between outrage and adept insight that juries typically draw a lot of ...

An ongoing nightmare continues for local biz and communities . . . Moreover . . . When politicos talk about "regionalism" and cooperation . . . Here's a REALLY great example of how that luncheon happy ...

Behind the scenes . . . Insiders who have offered to buy Ponack's tell us that the owners demand AN INSANE PRICE close to FIVE MILLION BUCKS. So far no buyers after a year on the market. And so . . .

A public health crisis STILL isn't under control . . . Here's a quick update as social media blame game hasn't helped to spark much progress in thwarting the spread. Check-it . . . "As the U.S.

Preview of tough negotiations and even more economic turmoil hitting the American working-class despite promises of a golden age . . . Check-it: Members of the IAM union rejected Boeing's contract ...

KCPD are eager to share a glimpse of ongoing enforcement efforts . . . Check-it: "Kansas City is not a destination for anyone still trying to street race or participate in sideshows," the police ...

Stats and warning from public officials indicate deadly domestic violence spiking in KC proper and that trend seems to be taking hold across the metro . . . Clearly, the danger from abusive ...

Here is the nicest story in all of the metro so far this week that should inspire/allow even the most skeptical reader and excuse to grin . . . Check-it: When Johnson County MED-ACT arrived, crews ...

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Homicide investigation underway Sunday after shooting near 18th, Prospect, Kansas City, Missouri Police in Kansas City, Missouri, launched a homicide investigation following a shooting early Sunday ...

Here's a bit of tragic follow-up from the weekend and a quick summary of local debate . . . Via social media rage-bait groups . . . Our South Side friends blame a recent death on city hall and demand ...

Ahead of the midterm elections and despite recent local budget troubles . . . Our activists friends leverage national conversation against popular KCMO transit sentiment. Here's an off-the-record ...