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28-05-2025
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Construction on improvement plan for Southwest Boulevard to start this summer
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Expect to see more construction signs and cones on the Kansas City, Missouri side of a stretch of Southwest Boulevard. The city announced it would be . On Tuesday, westside residents got to see what the future of the historic street will look like. Kansas City mayor says Royals stadium plan could be done soon Construction on the water lines is already underway and should wrap up soon. Next will be the start of the plan city leaders say will make road conditions safer for drivers and people walking around. The project includes water main replacement, sidewalk repairs and overall beautifying the space, a total investment of $43.6 million. 'Currently, we have about $4 million to invest in Southwest Boulevard and that's to implement the traffic plan that the community has engaged with the city for the last year and a half,' Fourth District at Large Councilman Crispin Rea said. Rea said the streetscape improvements will stretch from 25th Street to Broadway. FOX4 Newsletters: Sign up for daily forecasts and Joe's Weather Blog in your inbox It will mean fewer lanes, more parking and safer crosswalks. Alice Gomez who's lived in the westside for decades, said she's looking forward to see how the improvements will impact the area that's home to local businesses and growing. 'New houses are being built in this area now and new people are moving in,' Gomez said. Southwest Boulevard has been known for street races. The city hopes the traffic plans, like reducing the number of lanes, will be a more permanent solution to deter reckless driving and bring in more people to see the culture and pride of the boulevard. 'It's going to look nice for the neighborhood so we can be proud of that,' Gomez said. The goal is to have phase one complete by the World Cup. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV 'This is an important area to showcase for the world to see when they're here,' Rea added. Part of the street improvements will make a three-lane section with a shared use path. That construction could start as soon as July. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Climate
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Outdoor pools opening delayed across Kansas City metro
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, but for those wanting to hit outdoor pools, they're going to have to wait another week. Kansas City Parks & Recreation announced on Friday that, due to unseasonably cooler weather and water temperatures, all outdoor swimming pools will remain closed over Memorial Day weekend. Truman Lake cleaning up after recent storms, ahead of Memorial Day weekend The outdoor pools and water parks will officially open for the 2025 season on Friday, May 30. 'While we know residents look forward to the official start of the summer swim season, current and anticipated weather conditions—including cooler daytime highs, low water temperatures, and the potential for rain—pose safety and comfort concerns for swimmers and staff,' KC Parks & Rec. said in a news release. Worlds of Fun also announced this week that the opening of Oceans of Fun will be postponed to Friday, May 30. FOX4 Newsletters: Sign up for daily forecasts and Joe's Weather Blog in your inbox However, KC Parks & Rec. said the following splash pads will open on Saturday, May 24, as scheduled. Ashland Square Park – 2202 Elmwood Ave Blue Valley Park – 23rd & Topping Douglass Park – 2632 Jarboe Garrison Park – 1124 E. Fifth St. Gillham Park – 41st & Gillham Harmony Park – 1015 Agnes Ave. Loose Park – 52nd Terrace & Summit Lykins Square – 4115 E. 7th St. Seven Oaks Park – 4300 E. 38th St. Spring Valley Park – 2116 W. 29th St. Sunnyside Park – 8255 Summit The Parade Park – 1600 Buck O'Neil Way Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
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Warrensburg awarded $22 million loan for wastewater system improvements
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded a $22 million loan to the City of Warrensburg to upgrade its wastewater treatment system. The money will go toward the Warrensburg West and East Wastewater Treatment Facilities Improvements project, which will increase the treatment capacity of the city's two plants and improve the quality of the water. Black Bear spotted near Kansas City area Taco Bell This project is being funded through a low-interest loan that the department has arranged with the City of Warrensburg. The funding will cover the project's entire estimated cost, according to the department. 'This funding for Warrensburg's wastewater infrastructure project will help protect water quality and keep utility bills affordable,' said Kurt Schaefer, director of the Department of Natural Resources. The city's existing wastewater treatment plants are nearing capacity – which is why the city held a special election in August 2023, when voters approved the $22 million project. The upgrades are designed to accommodate the city's projected population increase and ensure the wastewater system can handle peak flow events. Once completed, the project will expand the average daily flow of the city's facilities to 2 million gallons per day – and a peak of 12 million gallons per day. The project will also benefit the city's economic development, since the city cannot issue building permits once the wastewater system exceeds its capacity. FOX4 Newsletters: Sign up for daily forecasts and Joe's Weather Blog in your inbox Funding for this project is backed by a $22 million low-interest loan through the department's Clean Water State Revolving Fund. The funding is estimated to save the city's ratepayers approximately $7.7 million in interest over the loan's 20-year term, according to the department. The city expects to complete the improvements by October 2026. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
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Kansas City man sentenced for 2021 double homicide in KC's Historic Northeast
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A 23-year-old Kansas City man was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Monday, after . Earl Dunn III was convicted of two counts of first-degree murder, unlawful use of a weapon and three counts of armed criminal action in January. Kansas City firefighter-paramedic dies after patient stabs him in ambulance Last week, he was sentenced to life without parole for the two murder charges, 30 years for unlawful use of a weapon and 10 years on each count of armed criminal action. Another man, to a total of 60 years n prison. According to court records, Kansas City police were called to a shooting and crash near Norton and Anderson avenues on March 1, 2021. When they arrived officers found Kyle Gerhardt and Kristopher Lunsford-Barrett inside a burning car. They had been shot. Detectives said the car caught fire after the crash. Detectives analyzed video from security cameras in the neighborhood that showed the suspects chasing after the victims until the car crashed. FOX4 Newsletters: Sign up for daily forecasts and Joe's Weather Blog in your inbox Prosecutors said investigators also used phones, ballistics, and DNA evidence to connect the shooters to the victims. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
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Kansas archbishop mourns loss of beloved priest killed outside home
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Archbishop of Kansas City in Kansas is sharing the shock and grief of his flock after the tragic , Father Arul Carasala. 'He was very beloved by people, and it's a loss to our brother priest,' Archbishop Joseph Naumann said, reflecting on the devastating loss. SAVE KC initiative is working even though homicide rate is up: Officials Carasala was gunned down outside his home in Seneca, Kansas on Thursday afternoon. Prosecutors have of Tulsa, Oklahoma with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Carasala. Hermesch, a former parishioner at this parish, is believed to have had a history with the church, though Naumann clarified that Carasala was not the priest when Hermesch attended the parish. In an emotional tribute, Naumann described Carasala as a 'gentle person' who was not only intelligent but also motivational. 'He was a strong leader, he was able to motivate people to do beautiful things,' Naumann shared, highlighting Carasala's impact. Carasala was deeply respected by both his parishioners and fellow clergy. FOX4 Newsletters: Sign up for daily forecasts and Joe's Weather Blog in your inbox Naumann emphasized that Carasala was the kind of priest everyone would want, someone dedicated to his community and faith. In fact, just before his tragic death, Carasala had launched a new project—a thrift store in Seneca to serve the local poor. 'It's very devastating, particularly to the people of his parish. He was pastor there for more than 10 years,' Naumann said. The shooting took place outside of Carasala's residence in Seneca, where Hermesch is suspected of opening fire. The archbishop revealed that Hermesch had attended the same parish, adding a personal history to the case. While it's clear that Hermesch had anger towards the church, Naumann said, 'I'm told he had anger against the church, but I'm not sure what the source of that anger was.' In the midst of this heartbreak, Naumann is offering reassurance to the grieving community. 'We live in a sin-fractured world, and so we know Jesus tells us he does not promise easy. He doesn't say, 'Follow me, and you'll never have any trouble or problems.' It's part of life in this world, but what Jesus does promise is we'll never be alone,' Naumann said. Download the FOX4 News app on iPhone and Android This weekend, the archbishop will travel to Seneca, to lead all four services at the church where Carasala served. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is leading the ongoing investigation. FOX4 has reached out for further details and will continue to stay on top of this story as it develops. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
