Kansas City Crime Scene: School Safety, Arson Sin & Garages Targeted

For late night readers and early morning denizens of the discourse we wanted to share quite a few local notes on public safety for youngsters, robbery trends, gunfire, inferno investigations and, as always, community outreach. 

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KC Mayor Lucas introduces new ordinance aimed at school zone safety

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas has introduced a new ordinance in response to a recent tragedy that claimed the life of a 9-year-old girl.

Man found guilty in Kansas City stabbing ordered to '120 Day Program'

A Kansas City man has been sentenced to the "120 Day Program" at the Missouri Department of Corrections in connection with a deadly stabbing earlier this year, court records say.

Leeton church set on fire by juveniles, Johnson County Sheriff's Office says

The Johnson County, Missouri, Sheriff's Office says juveniles are responsible for a destructive fire at a historic church.

Thieves target open garage doors across the metro as officers take matters into their own hands

Beyond the items inside a garage, Lenexa Police PIO Danny Chavez says an open garage usually comes with easy access to the inside of the home.

Woman admits to purposely setting vehicles on fire in Kansas City

A woman has been charged with setting vehicles on fire in Kansas City.

More than 200 shots fired in deadly Kansas City, Kansas ambush; new details

A Wyandotte County judge has released an affidavit detailing the investigation into a deadly March 2025 shooting in Kansas City, Kansas.

Smithville man sentenced in connection to dangerous chase connected to firearm thefts

A Smithville man has been charged after his arrest for a dangerous police chase.

Kansas City teen gets 15 years for drug deal-turned-deadly shooting

A 19-year-old man has been sentenced to more than a decade in the Missouri Department of Corrections for his role in a deadly shooting in 2023.

Kansas City man with three felony warrants sentenced after police pursuit

The Cass County Sheriff's Office said deputies attempted to make a stop near I-49 and North Cass Parkway at approximately 11:36 p.m.

Joshua Rocha seeks new trial after conviction in North Kansas City officer shooting

Joshua Rocha, convicted in the 2022 shooting death of North Kansas City Police Officer Daniel Vasquez, is seeking a new trial or a directed life sentence.

Man pleads guilty after attack at KC bus stop before robbery

A man who spent years in an Illinois prison for robbery could be sentenced to a few more years behind bars after he allegedly held a man at a Kansas City bus stop and stole his belongings.

'McBee Dynasty's Steve McBee Sentenced to 24 Months in Prison

He pleaded guilty to one count of crop insurance fraud in 2024.

Police search for teen charged with murder after deadly June shooting

Police are searching for a teenager who has been charged with murder.

Jackson County sheriff cracks down on drivers illegally passing stopped school buses

The Jackson County Sheriff's Office is dedicating additional resources this week to make school bus stops safer for students across the area.

Reward offered after man found dead in Kansas City, Kansas, park

The sheriff's office says a reward is being offered in the case of Jacob Dupre, who was found dead at Klamm Park in Kansas City, KS.

15-year-old boy missing in Kansas City; police asking for public's help

The Kansas City Police Department is asking for the public's help in finding a missing 15-year-old boy.

New child care program for first responders in Kansas City, Mo., to help recruitment and retention

A new ordinance passed in Kansas City, Missouri, establishes a child care program designed to support first responders and their families.

Kansas City Municipal Court introduces 'Fathers for Change' program to help eliminate domestic violence

A new intervention and rehabilitation program aimed at ending the cycle of domestic abuse is coming to Kansas City. For some offenses, the program is an alternative to jail time.

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