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Top Kansas City news: 1 inmate dead, 2 on the run; teachers get refresher on protecting kids; more

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Published on August 08, 2019
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Read on for the most recent top news you may have missed in Kansas City.

At Kansas City's temporary jail, one inmate has died and two have escaped

Since Kansas City transferred its inmates from the Jackson County jail to the Heartland Center for Behavioral Change in late June, one inmate has died and two have escaped.

Read the full story on KCUR.

Future Olympic gymnast in Kansas City for U.S. Championship

The pressure is on for young athletes competing in this year's U.S. Gymnastic's Championships. "This is an exciting time," Alec Yoder, a senior competitor, said.

Read the full story on Fox 4 Kansas City.

Kansas City seeks millions for Northland interchange upgrade

City leaders are seeking $3.5 million from the Missouri Department of Transportation to improve an interchange in the Northland that's likely to see a lot more traffic in the coming years. 

Read the full story on Fox 4 Kansas City.

For North Kansas City teachers, back-to-school means a refresher on protecting kids from a shooter

Clay County Sheriff Sgt. Scott Archer walks down the hallway of Antioch Middle School and claps two blocks of wood together. "Bang. Bang. Bang." 

Read the full story on KCUR.


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