KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A political fight is taking shape in Missouri even before lawmakers return to Jefferson City. A newly filed bill could let voters decide whether Kansas City should break away from Jackson County, marking a dramatic reshaping of local government that some call long overdue, and others warn would create even deeper divisions.

According to the report, 24 states received F grades in the 2025 report. Wyoming ranked last for gun law strength. Mississippi had the highest gun death rate at 28.1 deaths per 100,000 residents. South Dakota passed 5 bills the center described as harmful to firearm safety.

Firefighters in Kansas City, Missouri, were once again called to put out a fire Saturday night in the Parade Park complex.

Few nations have had the impact on FIFA’s World Cup the way Argentina has. On top of that country’s three Cups, Argentina has also finished second three times. The Argentines sit second in the current FIFA World Cup rankings, second only to the men from Spain.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Final Draw has concluded, the World Cup schedule is out, and soccer fans across the globe now know where their favorite country is playing. Kansas City hosts six games, including four in group play.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by the driver of a car early Monday morning. Kansas City, Missouri, police say they received a call about a crash just after midnight Monday near the intersection of NE Vivion Road and N. Lister Avenue.

On Monday, a new edition of the AP Top 25 came out for the men's college basketball poll. The Kansas Jayhawks, who finished the week with a 1-1 record, jumped up two spots from No. 21 to No. 19 in the poll despite a defeat earlier in the week.

“Johnson County Christmas Bureau offers a 9-day Holiday Shop during the month of December. All pre-qualified shopping guests receive an appointment - shoppers are below 150% of the poverty level and reside in Johnson County, Kansas.”

Darryn Peterson scores 17 points in his return from a hamstring injury, helping No. 21 Kansas secure an 80-60 victory over Missouri on Sunday.