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Rocheport couple indicted for producing child pornography

By KC Reporter | Oct 9, 2024

A couple from Rocheport, Missouri, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to the production of child pornography involving three children. Jeremy James Cudney and his wife, Cassandra Elaine Cudney, both 34, face an eight-count indictment issued in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Belton man sentenced for drug trafficking and illegal firearms possession

By KC Reporter | Oct 9, 2024

A Belton, Missouri man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison without parole for leading a drug-trafficking conspiracy and illegal firearm possession. Serjio Diaz, 40, received the sentence from U.S. District Judge Greg Kays after pleading guilty on April 9, 2024, to charges including conspiracy to distribute heroin, methamphetamine, and cocaine.

15 indicted for meth and fentanyl trafficking after major drug bust

By KC Reporter | Oct 9, 2024

Fifteen individuals have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Springfield, Missouri, for their involvement in a drug-trafficking conspiracy. This follows the seizure of 100 pounds of methamphetamine and a kilogram of fentanyl pills from a vehicle being transported from San Bernardino, California, to Springfield.

Missouri deploys National Guard and resources to aid Florida hurricane response

By KC Reporter | Oct 9, 2024

Today, Missouri Governor Mike Parson announced the deployment of state resources to Florida in response to an Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) request. This move is aimed at aiding efforts related to Hurricane Milton. The deployment includes 100 members of the Missouri National Guard (MONG), 21 Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) troopers and civilian support staff, and five members from the Missouri Disaster Medical Assistance Team (MO DMAT-1).

Republic man receives federal prison sentence for fentanyl trafficking

By KC Reporter | Oct 9, 2024

A man from Republic, Missouri, has been sentenced in federal court for fentanyl trafficking and illegal possession of firearms. Tonikko Fewell, aged 35, received a 16-year prison sentence without the possibility of parole. The sentencing was delivered by U.S. District Judge M. Douglas Harpool.

Local Government Meetings today in City of Kansas City

By KC Reporter | Oct 8, 2024

City of Kansas City Local Government Meetings today.

Catholic community prepares for World Mission Sunday on October 20

By KC Reporter | Oct 8, 2024

The Catholic community worldwide is preparing to commemorate World Mission Sunday on October 20. This annual event brings together the Church's missions in a global Eucharistic celebration. Bishop James V. Johnston, Jr., of Kansas City-St. Joseph, extended an invitation from Pope Francis inspired by the Gospel: “Vayan e inviten a todos al banquete (cf. Mt 22,9).”

Catholic Church invites global participation in World Mission Sunday

By KC Reporter | Oct 8, 2024

On October 20, the Catholic Church will observe World Mission Sunday, a day dedicated to supporting the Missions of the Church through a worldwide Eucharistic celebration. This year's theme is inspired by Pope Francis' invitation from the Gospel: “Go and invite everyone to the banquet (cf. Mt 22:9).”

Local Government Meeting today in City of Kansas City

By KC Reporter | Oct 7, 2024

City of Kansas City City Council Meeting starting at 10 am today — here's what you need to know!

Government events this week in City of Kansas City: Oct. 6-12

By KC Reporter | Oct 7, 2024

The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Kansas City this week.

Entertainment events this week in City of Kansas City: Oct. 6-12

By KC Reporter | Oct 6, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in City of Kansas City this week.

Religious meetings this week in City of Kansas City: Oct. 6-12

By KC Reporter | Oct 6, 2024

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in City of Kansas City this week.

Family & kids events this week in City of Kansas City: Oct. 6-12

By KC Reporter | Oct 6, 2024

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in City of Kansas City this week.

Which former KC Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

By KC Reporter | Oct 6, 2024

These former KC Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.

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KC Reporter area weekly mass times

By KC Reporter | Oct 5, 2024

The following parishes in the KC Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Carthage man receives two-decade sentence for meth trafficking

By KC Reporter | Oct 4, 2024

A Carthage, Missouri man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for methamphetamine trafficking. Robert Marion Nevels, aged 36, received the sentence from U.S. District Judge M. Douglas Harpool on October 3rd, without the possibility of parole.

Flags ordered at half-staff for fallen officer David Lee III

By KC Reporter | Oct 4, 2024

Governor Mike Parson has directed that U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff in honor of Officer David Lee III of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. This tribute will take place on Saturday, October 5, at government buildings in the City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, and all police stations across Missouri.