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Kansas City man sentenced for role in federal firearms trafficking conspiracy

By KC Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

A Kansas City man has been sentenced to five and a half years in federal prison for his involvement in a firearms trafficking conspiracy.

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FDA: 2 companies in cities within Jackson County received 2 citations in Q2

By J. M. Ramsey | Aug 21, 2025

There were two companies in a city associated with Jackson County that received FDA citations as a result of two inspections conducted in the county over the second quarter of 2025, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Sporting Kansas City faces Seattle Sounders amid challenging run

By KC Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

Sporting Kansas City will play against the Seattle Sounders at Lumen Field on Sunday night, continuing a challenging stretch of matches.

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Independence elementary school teacher charged with multiple federal child pornography offenses

By KC Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

A teacher at Independence Elementary School in Missouri has been charged with several child pornography offenses.

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Sporting KC prepares to face Seattle Sounders FC amid challenging stretch

By KC Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

Sporting Kansas City is set to play Seattle Sounders FC on Sunday night at Lumen Field, with kickoff scheduled for 8:15 p.m. CT.

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Children’s Mercy develops mini-heart organoids for personalized drug screening

By KC Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

At Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, scientists have developed miniature lab-grown hearts known as organoids.

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Springfield man convicted on federal drug conspiracy charges

By KC Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

A Springfield, Missouri man has been convicted for his role in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy.

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Chiefs honor Staff Sergeant Gennis Ruiz Metz during Tribute to the Troops event

By KC Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

Staff Sergeant Gennis Ruiz Metz will be honored as this week's "Tribute to the Troops" honoree, a recognition presented by Crown Royal during the Kansas City Chiefs' preseason game against the Chicago Bears at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

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Local Government Meetings today in City of Kansas City

By M. P. Hopkins | Aug 20, 2025

City of Kansas City Local Government Meetings today.

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Sporting KC receives allocation money from CF Montreal for international roster spot

By KC Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

Sporting Kansas City has completed a trade with CF Montreal, securing $175,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM) in exchange for a 2025 international roster spot.

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Kansas City Chiefs launch stadium-wide reusable cup program at Arrowhead

By KC Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

The Kansas City Chiefs have announced they will introduce reusable beverage cups at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, eliminating single-use cups for all events.

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Which former KC Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Aug. 23?

By P. R. Watson | Aug 20, 2025

These former KC Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Aug. 23.

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Catherine Hanaway appointed by Governor Kehoe as Missouri attorney general

By KC Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

Catherine L. Hanaway has been appointed as Missouri’s next Attorney General, Governor Mike Kehoe announced during a press conference at the State Capitol.

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Sporting KC captain Erik Thommy reflects on leadership role amid younger squad

By KC Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

Erik Thommy, captain of Sporting Kansas City this season, is recognized by teammates and staff for his leadership style, which emphasizes respect and personal connection.

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Kansas City man indicted for attempted access of child pornography

By KC Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

A Kansas City man has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to child pornography.

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Raytown man receives 35-year sentence for producing child pornography

By KC Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

A Raytown, Missouri man has been sentenced to 35 years in federal prison without parole for producing and possessing child pornography.

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Mark Hatley's influence shaped Chiefs' rosters during free agency era

By KC Reporter | Aug 18, 2025

Mark Hatley played a significant role in shaping the Kansas City Chiefs roster during a period of major changes in the NFL.

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Hedrick Medical Center receives top CMS five-star rating among Missouri hospitals

By KC Reporter | Aug 18, 2025

Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe, Missouri, has received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), making it the only critical access hospital in Missouri to earn this distinction.

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Independence man pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession as felon and drug user

By KC Reporter | Aug 18, 2025

An Independence, Missouri man has pleaded guilty in federal court to illegally possessing a firearm as both a convicted felon and an illicit drug user.

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2 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Retail Trade industry across KC Reporter publication area during 2024

By KC Reporter | Aug 18, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Retail Trade employers across KC Reporter publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.