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Jackson County lawmakers override Frank White's vetoes
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — On Friday, the Jackson County Legislature overrode three vetoes issued by County Executive Frank White Jr. The three vetoes would have prevented voters from having a voice, blocked important reforms, and denied senior citizens relief. View the latest headlines from Kansas City, Missouri, and Kansas at The Legislature's override of Ordinance 5989 clears the way for Jackson County voters to decide this November whether the county assessor should be an elected position, rather than appointed. Supporters said it would restore public trust in the property appraisal process and head off a potential statewide measure that could cost taxpayers up to $9 million. Lawmakers also overrode the veto of Ordinance 5992, which extends the deadline for seniors to apply for a property tax credit from June 30 to August 31. More time is now available for outreach and applications from qualified residents 62 years of age and older who might be having financial difficulties due to housing expenses. The Legislature voted to override the veto of Ordinance 5993, which sets a recall election for County Executive Frank White Jr. on Aug. 26. Residents launched the recall campaign by filing a formal petition. According to lawmakers, White was attempting to block the democratic process and avoid voter accountability by attempting to veto the election. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV 'Unfortunately, Executive White has continued to delay, distract, and attempt to deny Jackson County residents the tools they need to build a fairer future,' Legislature Chairman DaRon McGee said in a statement following the vote. 'This is not about politics — it's about respecting taxpayers and protecting the democratic process itself.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
09-07-2025
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Enjoy free entry to 230+ Kansas attractions with Sunflower Summer
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The 2025 Sunflower Summer program has begun, and Kansas Tourism is inviting families to the state for a season full of fun. The Sunflower Summer program, designed specifically for Kansas students and their families, provides free admission to over 230 attractions. The season begins on Saturday, July 12, and ends on Sunday, Aug. 3. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV Participating attractions include museums, discovery centers, historic sites, arboretums, zoos and more. Click here for a full list of attractions for Sunflower Summer. 'Sunflower Summer is more than just a fun family outing – it's an investment in our future,' Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. 'By giving Kansas students the opportunity to experience the rich history, culture and natural beauty of our state, we're helping the next generation fall in love with Kansas. At the same time, this program drives real economic impact to our communities by supporting local attractions and generating increased visitor spending.' All Kansas school-aged children, from pre-K through 12th grade, including students in public, private, or homeschooling programs, are eligible for the Sunflower Summer program. The program covers admission costs for eligible students and one adult guardian per attraction. See the latest headlines in Kansas City and across Kansas, Missouri Tickets can be claimed through the free Sunflower Summer app and redeemed at the venue upon arrival. You can download the Sunflower Summer app at the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
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Family stunned after desecration of loved one's grave at Kansas City cemetery
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Kansas City family is stunned after finding the ground dug up and the casket open at their loved one's grave. Family members tell FOX4 they don't know why anyone would want to disturb the site 27 years after their loved one's death. KCK suspect arrested, charged after man found dead in parking lot Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) officers arrived at the Forest Hills Cavalry Cemetery just after 9:30 on Tuesday morning. They found the grave of Delshon Dupriest had been completely dug up, the concrete crypt or vault had been destroyed, and the casket had been opened. 'What did I feel? My heart sunk because I couldn't believe it,' said Shonterra Dupriest, Delshon's daughter. 'They were at the casket. We could see the sheets, and everything that would have been inside his casket.' His family says that Delshon was a father to nine children, and he was the victim of a homicide in 1998. He was only 25 years old at the time of his death, and at the time of the disturbance to his grave, it had been more than 27 years since his death. 'Oh my God, it was like a horror scene in a horror movie,' said Jamesetta Bland Hood, his mother. 'I've never seen anything like it in my life.' Delshon was her only son.' I don't know how it was, how they did it, but what they did was tore my son's grave up.' Shonterra says that it's reopening old wounds for her and her siblings. She was only 6 years old when her father was laid to rest. 'So those wounds for me were closed; I'm opening them up again,' she said. 'Now that I'm an adult, it's actually serious. I'm reliving this all over again.' See the latest headlines in Kansas City and across Kansas, Missouri Neither Delshon's daughter or mother can understand why anyone would do this to his grave. 'How could you sleep at night?' Shonterra asked. 'Like what was the significance 27 years later? Was it a mockery? What did you get? He's been dead and gone. There's nothing. So, what was the point?' She said when she arrived at the site on Tuesday, the smell of it is something she couldn't deal with, and she's wondering how anyone, including those responsible, could deal with it either. 'How could you stomach it? How could you stomach this smell? Because the smell that I smelled, how could you? It smelled like death,' she said. Bland Hood said it's hard for her to understand what someone would be looking for after so long. 'It ain't like [it was] retaliation against him,' she said. 'Like he did something to somebody maybe a year, five years ago or something, but 27 years? And you decide to come, and you want to dig him up for something and we don't know what?' Both family members say they hope whoever is responsible is held accountable. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV 'I just hope they find out who did this. It was a horrific act that you did to, my baby. That's my only son. My only son,' she said. 'How could you sleep at night know that you caused a family so much pain? Now here it is then. Now I have this empty feeling inside of me now.' KCPD said they are continuing to investigate the incident. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
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Kansas City Fire Department responds to three overnight fires
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Fire Department responded to three fires early Wednesday morning. Just after midnight, crews arrived at a vacant home near East 17th Street and Elmwood Avenue with smoke and flames but found no one inside. No injuries were reported. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV Around 3:30 a.m., a fire broke out in an abandoned home on Wilson Avenue near Ewing Avenue. Due to safety concerns, firefighters worked from outside. Crews are still working to put out hotspots. Minutes later, at 3:38 a.m., a small apartment fire on Northeast Windrose Court near North Oak Trafficway was already put out by the resident, who suffered minor burns and was taken to the hospital. All fires are under investigation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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30-06-2025
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Overland Park Police, KHP to crack down on aggressive driving
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A joint operation between Overland Park Police and the Kansas Highway Patrol led to more than 100 citations and multiple arrests during a targeted crackdown on aggressive driving last Saturday afternoon. The operation, which took place from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., was funded by the IDDP OT Grant Funds and was designed to improve road safety and lessen aggressive driving practices in Overland Park. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV The department said in total, officers and troopers conducted 93 traffic stops, issuing 102 citations and making three arrests. According to OPPD, citations concentrated on hazardous violations, which they say are the main cause for crashes on highways. Several high-speed motorcycles were stopped and cited, including one traveling at 130 mph, OPPD said. That motorcyclist was arrested, and his motorcycle was impounded by police. Six officers from Overland Park and five troopers from the Kansas Highway Patrol participated. Both agencies will carry out similar enforcement actions in the future as part of their continued commitment to guaranteeing the safety of drivers on Overland Park roads. A couple of speeders made headlines recently, one in Overland Park for going 104 mph in a 45 mph zone, and another on US 69 who was caught going 143 mph in a 75 mph zone because they said they were late for work. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
