Police, fire see increases in Kansas City budget while most departments see cuts

In front of a crowded City Council chamber in Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas laid out the state of the city, with public safety a top priority. In the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget, 75% of ...

Kansas City mayor unveils spending plan that boosts police funding while cutting other departments

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Mayor Quinton Lucas announced a $2.5 billion budget for the next fiscal year on Tuesday during his ...

Kansas City police investigate double homicide after man, woman found shot inside vehicle

Kansas City police responded about 9:30 p.m. to the 1300 block of East Armour after several callers reported hearing gunfire.

Historic 18th & Vine district served as cradle for city’s famous barbecue tradition

Kansas City didn’t invent barbecue, but Black pitmasters right here perfected it and put our city on the map.
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Lucas’ State of the City 2026 highlights infrastructure, parks, and planning; sidesteps more pressing concerns

Photo by Brock Wilbur On Feb. 11 at City Hall, Mayor Quinton Lucas’ 2026 State of the City Address began with a sharp prayer.

Man accused of threats to Chiefs wants charges dropped

Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson is asking a judge not to dismiss charges against the Illinois man accused of threatening Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.