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

Crypto crimes cost Kansas Citians $2.3 million over last 2 years

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. —Americans are losing more than $5.5 billion through cryptocurrency scams each year, according to a 2023 FBI study. Now, Bitcoin ATMs popping up around the Kansas City area are making it even easier for scammers to target vulnerable people.
Former Leavenworth elementary school teacher arraigned on multiple counts

2 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

LEAVENWORTH, Kan. — Former Leavenworth teacher Jerome C. Riscovallez, 55, was arraigned Friday afternoon for charges related to indecent liberties with a child. Family members of his alleged victims sat in court while a judge went through the proceedings. “I feel it keeps going, it doesn’t stop,” said Gwynne Garrison. “We were hoping it would be over by the time, next school year for our kids.
3 school district employees charged with failure to report child abuse

2 weeks ago | kesq.com | Abby Dodge

By Abby DodgeClick here for updates on this story LEAVENWORTH, Kansas ( KSHB) - Three Leavenworth School District employees face charges for allegedly failing to report child abuse, which is required by law for educators and administrators. The charges come as the district faces its second misconduct case this year, following former elementary teacher Jerome Riscovallez. Riscovallez was charged with indecent liberties with a child in February and recently had more charges filed against him.
3 Kansas school district employees charged with failure to report child abuse

2 weeks ago | kake.com | Abby Dodge

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3 Leavenworth School District employees charged with failure to report child abuse

2 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

LEAVENWORTH, Kan. — Three Leavenworth School District employees face charges for allegedly failing to report child abuse, which is required by law for educators and administrators. The charges come as the district faces its second misconduct case this year, following former elementary teacher Jerome Riscovallez. Riscovallez was charged with indecent liberties with a child in February and recently had more charges filed against him.
Overland Park to launch Portfolio Homes program to address housing shortage

2 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — New consumer price index numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show inflation is holding steady, despite the back and forth over tariffs this past month. But housing costs continue to climb, with prices up 3.9% compared to last year. In Johnson County, Kansas, where the average home price is about $500,000, the city of Overland Park is exploring an innovative solution to address housing supply issues.
Some Kansas Citians keep summer travel plans, others scale back trips

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. —More Americans are planning to travel this summer compared to last year, but rising costs are keeping many travelers closer to home. Airfare is down 7.9% compared to last year, offering some relief for those planning getaways. "I've never been out of the country. I'm excited," said Barbara Lucas, who is traveling to Spain.
Woman charged in murder of Kansas City, Missouri, paramedic appears in court

3 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

LIBERTY, Mo. — Shanetta Bossell, the 39-year-old woman facing first-degree murder charges in the death of Kansas City, Missouri, firefighter paramedic Graham Hoffman, appeared in Clay County Circuit Court Friday. Bossell attended the hearing in person while wearing a jumpsuit and handcuffs. She remains in custody at this time. The appearance lasted only a few minutes, with Bossell’s attorney requesting a deeper conversation about a change of venue at a later date.
JaxCo Legislator Manny Abarca pleads not guilty in JoCo domestic battery case

3 weeks ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

OLATHE, Kan. — Jackson County Legislator Manny Abarca made his first appearance in court Thursday afternoon, entering a not-guilty plea before a Johnson County judge. Abarca was charged Wednesday with one count of domestic battery in Shawnee. The domestic battery incident allegedly happened on May 29, where Abarca caused physical contact with his wife in a "rude, insulting or angry manner," according to court documents. Abarca was joined at the hearing by his attorneys, David Bell and Aldo Caller.
Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City offers solutions to housing affordability

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. —As June marks National Homeownership Month, many Kansas City residents are struggling to secure a house of their own due to rising costs and limited availability. The Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City is stepping forward with potential solutions to address the housing affordability crisis, focusing on changes to planning processes and regulations.