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Pothole, wrecks shut down part of EB I-70

The Missouri Department of Transportation says eastbound Interstate 70 has been shut down between Van Brunt Boulevard and the Manchester Trafficway.

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 23:03:38 GMT

Weakened Beryl still dumping rain on Southeast

After ruining Memorial Day plans along the Florida and Georgia coasts, the remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl are forecast to bring more rain to the Carolinas. The National Hurricane Center said Monday evening it expects the storm to move over the south...

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 22:54:58 GMT

Body of Sgt. Michael Knapp comes home

The remains of Sgt. Michael Knapp of Overland Park, Kan., returned home to Kansas City International Airport on Monday morning.

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 22:41:25 GMT

Landlord warns of rent hikes after streetcar vote

A Kansas City man said he's unhappy with his landlord for the position he's taking on an upcoming vote for the city's proposed streetcar district.

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 22:35:48 GMT

Cemetery ceremony salutes service, sacrifice

As people across the Kansas City area and across the country honor the service and sacrifices of military veterans on Memorial Day, a ceremony took place in Kansas City's Mount Moriah Cemetery early Monday.

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 22:33:30 GMT

Effort to relax marijuana laws may expand in Mo.

A group that successfully worked to have penalties for marijuana use relaxed in Columbia is considering expanding its campaign to Kansas City and Springfield. Opponents are already gearing up to fight back.

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 20:16:53 GMT

Kan. lawmakers extend Star Bonds for 5 years

Kansas legislators have extended the life of an economic development incentive considered an effective tool for the state in attracting businesses.

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 17:27:16 GMT

Man, 20, charged in shooting at Lee's Summit Park

Jackson County prosecutors charge a 20-year-old Kansas City man in connection with a shooting Sunday morning at a Lee's Summit park.

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 16:06:07 GMT

Police: Man, 65, shoots motorcyclist in road-rage incident

O'Fallon police say a 65-year-old man traveling with his wife and grandson shot a motorcyclist during a road-rage incident.

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 15:19:58 GMT

Man charged in weekend homicide

A 23-year-old Kansas City, Mo., man faces murder and armed criminal action charges in connection to a weekend homicide,  the Jackson County Prosecutor's office announced on Monday morning.

Published: Mon, 28 May 2012 15:07:23 GMT