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The Crown Center Ice Terrace opens for its 50th season on Friday

The Crown Center Ice Terrace is set to have its 50th opening day on Friday. Kansas City's most popular outdoor ice skating rink will mark the occasion with a free morning skating session and complimentary coffee or hot chocolate.The rink officially opens for business on Nov. 4 at 10 a.m.

KC-area hospitals experiencing long wait times as RSV cases increase

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Kansas City area is seeing an increase in RSV cases. Some hospitals are reporting long wait times, with Children's Mercy saying it's at "high capacity" as of Wednesday afternoon. The influx in cases means it's harder for some parents to even get a doctor's appointment scheduled, including Candace Seel.

Northeast community fills another KCPS Blueprint 2030 meeting

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Rebekah Wampler is an ESL teacher at Whittier Elementary, one of the 10 school buildings on the list for possible closure or repurposing by the Kansas City Public School district as part of its Blueprint 2030 plan. "It would be super painful to see them shipped somewhere else," Wampler said at a meeting Tuesday night.

Norovirus identified as illness that caused Olathe elementary school closure in late October

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Johnson County Department of Health and Environment has identified norovirus as the illness that closed Clearwater Elementary School in Olathe last week. The health department said that norovirus is very common and contagious. It causes symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea. "The cause was not identified," a health-department spokesperson said.

Blue KC, KC Current donate $6,400 to nonprofit 'The Giving Grove' in support of goalie Adrianna Franch

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - KC Current's goalkeeper Adrianna "AD" Franch was called up on Monday to compete for the U.S. Women's National Team in November against Germany. She tied the NWSL record after this season for the most career playoff shutouts, finishing third in the league with 66 saves.

North Kansas City Hospital receives $3M gift, the largest in its history - Kansas City Business Journal

North Kansas City Hospital received a $3 million donation, the largest gift in its history. The gift came from Nancy Botham, who received neurosurgery and other care at the hospital. Botham, who left the gift after her death as part of her estate, said she made it in honor of the physicians, nurses and staff who cared for her.

'Just unimaginable': Parents of construction worker killed in bridge collapse speak at funeral

An emotional service honored the life of Connor Ernst, the 22-year-old construction worker killed in a deadly bridge collapse last week in Clay County. KMBC 9 spoke with his parents who say they are overwhelmed by the flood of support they've seen, as fellow Marines he served with and members of his construction crew were among those who came to pay their respects.

Shawnee Mission East golfer ranked No. 1 in Kansas

STORY. KAREN ELLA SLICKER HAS BEEN : PLAYING GOLF SINCE SHE WAS 3. I JUST LIKE HITTING THE GOLF BALL AND MY DAD GOT ME INTO IT. I LIKE COMPETING AGAINST PEOPLE. KAREN: COMPETITION BEGAN AT AGE FIVE. BY THE TIME SHE WAS 9, SHE SHOT HER FIRST HOLE IN ONE.

North Kansas City Schools Superintendent Daniel Clemens announces plans to retire after 2023-24 school year

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - North Kansas City School District Superintendent Daniel Clemens intends to retire after the 2023-24 school year, according to a district spokesperson. Clemens announced his retirement plans to NKC School District staff in August. Applications for the position of NKC Schools superintendent will be accepted later on in November.

Cleaver announces $97.8 mil for to help lower winter energy costs in Missouri

Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II of Missouri's Fifth District announced that Missouri was awarded $97.8 million in funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The funding will go toward helping low-income individuals and families pay for home heating costs this winter, cover unpaid utility bills, and make cost-effective energy repairs to lower heating and cooling bills.

How Kansas City's music and Filipino community reunited Fanny for one special concert

For musicians, nothing is stronger than the bond between performer and audience. It's an intangible joy that makes a live concert experience unlike any other, and it's what brought Kansas City, Mo. fans together to celebrate the iconic band Fanny, for one special evening in October.

Baby won't wait: New mom thanks Lee's Summit firefighters for helping deliver daughter

A new mother made a special stop to thank the firefighters who helped deliver her baby."I'm so thankful that you guys were here," said Aurora's mother, Destiny Hatfield. Sometimes babies like little Aurora just can't wait.

FOX4 Forecast: Warm & windy

Warm & windy conditions continue today as highs soar into the upper 70s. We remain warm Thursday ahead of our next cold front. As that pushes in to KC, rain chances will be returning. A good, soaking rain expected area wide. We are tracking the latest timeline and totals in the update here!

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