From the Kansas City, Kan. Police Department: Over the next four weeks, Wyandotte County first responders will be conducting emergency response trainings in the 1500 block of Village West Pkwy. in preparation for events related to FIFA World Cup. These are advance training exercises, and should not be confused with […]
The Children’s Place opened its doors today at Tanger Kansas City at Legends, adding another family-friendly retailer to the popular Wyandotte County shopping destination. The store occupies a 6,698-square-foot space next to Old Navy, near the east end of the complex. As North America’s largest children’s specialty apparel retailer, The […]
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and KCK has launched two new emergency alert systems: IPAWS and Everbridge. IPAWS is FEMA’s national alert system that sends Wireless Emergency Alerts directly to mobile phones in a targeted area, similar to Amber Alerts. This system is designed to work even when cellular […]
By Dr. Karissa Niehoff, Chief Executive Officer of the NFHS, and Bill Faflick, Executive Director of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) High school activities is experiencing record participation. It is also experiencing unprecedented pressure. Across the country, young students are training earlier, competing year-round and navigating expectations […]
Kansas City Restaurant Week 2026 showcases the metro area’s vibrant culinary scene, with four KCK restaurants participating in this year’s event, offering diners a diverse array of flavors from authentic Mexican cuisine to Louisiana-style seafood and island-inspired fare. Amigos Grill & Cantina This beloved Turner neighborhood spot located at 2737 […]
Beginning Jan. 2, 2026, many Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kan., seniors or disabled people can verify their eligibility for BPU PILOT Relief, property tax refund, utility, and sales tax rebate programs. The tax rebate application process will take place through Apr. 15. The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and […]
The Unified Government (UG) Public Works Department announced during Thursday night’s Full Commission meeting that it has officially become an accredited agency through the American Public Works Association (APWA). Officials from APWA joined Public Works Director Troy Shaw in recognizing the achievement and speaking to its significance for Kansas City, […]
The Unified Government will move forward with Phase 2 of the Residential Trash and Recycling Carts Pilot Program in early 2026, expanding cart-based service to additional households across KCK. The carts program replaces loose bags and personal containers with standardized 96-gallon trash and recycling carts designed for automated collection. Participating […]
As the weather continues to become colder this winter, there are several warming centers across Wyandotte County that are available. For more information, including an interactive map to find a nearby shelter, go to https://www.wycokck.org/Engage-With-Us/News-articles/Warming-Centers-Winter-2025.
A Kansas City, Kansas man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning in the 700 block of North 11th Street. Kevin Calamaco-Morales, 22, was charged by the Wyandotte County District Attorney’s Office with felony first-degree murder and criminal discharge of […]