A Kansas City man was sentenced to two decades in federal prison after prosecutors say he ran a delivery-style drug ring tied to Mexico.

FOIA and OSHA records show staff urged a Midtown Family Dollar to close before its roof collapsed on July 27, 2025. OSHA cited the store and the company settled a penalty for $11,585.

Seven people, including six children under 12, were injured Monday in a two-vehicle crash at N 17th and Wood in Kansas City, Kansas. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing.

The NTSB’s July 15 report says a Beech King Air ran out of fuel and struck a Butler Avionics hangar roof at New Century AirCenter; two people had minor injuries.

A former Pleasant Hill teacher faces three counts of second‑degree statutory rape tied to an alleged 2009–2010 sexual relationship with a minor; court filings and phone evidence are central to the case.

Two people were killed and two others critically injured after an early Sunday crash on eastbound 350 Highway near Westridge Road in Raytown. Police are investigating.

A Trenton woman pleaded not guilty after being charged with violating a protection order and furnishing pornographic material to a minor; bond set at $10,000.

A statewide amendment on Aug. 4 would require Jackson County to elect its assessor and meet state training rules, even though local voters approved the change last year.

Lee's Summit staple Grains & Taps will close its taproom Aug. 1; the attached home‑brew supply shop will remain open while owners seek a buyer or partner.

Crews began tearing down the Green Duck on July 14 after a May 31 fire left the Prospect Avenue landmark unstable. Demolition is paused while engineers evaluate the foundation.

Cynda Rader submitted her resignation to city officials on Wednesday, saying colleagues and constituents’ views weren’t being respected. The council will appoint a temporary replacement under city rules.