Abby Dodge

Multimedia Journalist at KSHB-TV (Kansas City, MO)

Multimedia Journalist at KMCI-TV (Kansas City, MO)

Multimedia Journalist at Kansas City Live

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Articles

Kansas City homebuilder creates affordable homes amid looming tariffs

1 week ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

KSHB 41 reporter Abby Dodge covers consumer issues, personal budgeting and everyday spending. Share your story idea with Abby. —Heavy machinery could be heard for blocks in one Northland neighborhood. Ashlar Homes is in the process of building a housing community with prices starting at $320,000. While the price tag is out of reach for some Kansas Citians, Ashlar Homes president Shawn Woods said the $300,000 to $400,000 price range is a competitive place to be in the market.
Kansas Citians find Easter egg alternatives

1 week ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

KSHB 41 reporter Abby Dodge covers consumer issues, personal budgeting and everyday spending. Share your story idea with Abby. —Egg prices are down ahead of the Easter holiday, but the national average remains above $6. Social media was flooded with alternatives to dyeing eggs the weekend leading up to the holiday. Among the suggestions, dyeing potatoes and marshmallows.
Crossroads Arts District stores create map to help combat loss of businesses

1 week ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

Blackbird Collection owner Amy Appleton said she wanted to take action as businesses closed in the Crossroads Arts District. “So I thought, strength in numbers,” she said. “What if we unify the whole community?”Appleton, in collaboration with a local designer and print shop, created a map of locally-owned Crossroads businesses. Shops plan to pass out the maps to visitors to encourage them to walk the neighborhood and shop local. “I think the reality now is that it’s just a really hard time.
Experts explain what could have led to fatal gas line explosion in Lexington

1 week ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

LEXINGTON, Mo. — As authorities continue to investigate an explosion that killed a child and injured another child and their father Wednesday evening, experts broke down the factors that could have been involved in the fatal incident. A certified fire investigator said that because of the delayed explosion of almost three and a half hours, the gas pipe was likely plastic. The gas then had time to seep into the ground and try to find a route to escape.
Kansas Citians discuss how finances impact mental health

2 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Almost half of adults in the U.S. reported money harms their mental health, according to a 2024 BankRate survey. As people feel the pinch of rising costs and dwindling savings, it can cause dangerous stress and anxiety. Kansas Citian Courtney Holl, a mother of two, said she feels stressed over her uncertain financial future. “You almost feel the weight of the world on your shoulders,” Holl said.
Kansas City wealth advisor offers advice to soon-to-be retirees amid market uncertainties

2 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

KSHB 41 reporter Abby Dodge covers consumer issues, personal budgeting and everyday spending. Share your story idea with Abby. Retirement might be far off for many clocking in Monday morning, but some people in the workforce are weary. “I haven’t looked at [my 401k] yet, it makes me nervous,” Kalyn Ahrens said. “Hopefully it will be well.”Long-term investors like Ali Kashinf have seen sudden dips before during President Trump’s last time in office. He remained hopeful for a recovery.
AI expert recommends technology to save time, money at the grocery store

2 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

KSHB 41 reporter Abby Dodge covers consumer issues, personal budgeting and everyday spending. Share your story idea with Abby. With tariffs and inflation top of mind for many, some shoppers are looking for new ways to save money. AI expert and founder of the KC AI Club, Chris Kovac, walked us through ways to leverage technology to save time and money at the checkout. “We can start with big-picture ideas and then we can drill down,” Kovac said.
Johnson County searches for housing solutions

2 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

OLATHE, Kan. — Speakers at Johnson County Board of Commissioners meetings frequently ask county officials how to make housing more affordable. The commission made it a priority to improve housing options in 2023. “We realize that it’s up to local governments to really be the champions of innovation and solutions,” said Johnson County Commission Chairman Mike Kelly. On Thursday, commissioners took a first step in addressing housing needs.
Louisburg teen accepts SevenDays' Ripple of Kindness Award

3 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

LOUISBURG, Kan. — SevenDays has honored multiple recipients with its Ripple of Kindness Award. Among the recognized individuals is 18-year-old Sammie Magee, of Louisburg, Kansas. Magee is the first youth recipient of the award. “I hope that somebody that sees this is inspired to start their ripple of kindness,” Magee said. “It really goes a long way. It might seem small, but it ripples.”Magee started her own nonprofit three years ago after the school shooting in Uvalde.
‘Glitter and glam’: Woman opens Kansas City-area company to expand sports gear for women

3 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

KSHB 41 reporter Abby Dodge covers consumer issues, personal budgeting and everyday spending. Share your story idea with Abby. —The parking lots outside of Kauffman Stadium were abuzz Thursday as fans tailgated ahead of Opening Day for the Kansas City Royals. The parking lots were also home to fans who put on their Royal best to show off their hometown pride. “I plan on being out here all summer,” Royals fan Wendy Campfield said.