Jackson Kurtz

3 weeks ago | kmbc.com | Jackson Kurtz

Severe thunderstorms swept across Jackson County on Tuesday, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and reports of storm damage across several communities.In Raytown, tornado sirens blared as the fast-moving system moved through the area. A video captured by witnesses showed an ambulance veering off the road due to strong wind gusts and reduced visibility from the rain.At the Jackson County Sports Complex, debris was seen blowing around the Kauffman Stadium parking lot.

3 weeks ago | kmbc.com | Jackson Kurtz

A domestic violence call in Lee’s Summit escalated into a police shooting Sunday night, and authorities are now searching for the man accused of pulling the trigger. Thomas Tolbert, 27, is wanted on five felony charges, including assaulting a law enforcement officer. The incident began when officers responded to a domestic disturbance call. According to investigators, Tolbert allegedly choked a woman, grabbed her by the neck, and threw her to the ground.

1 month ago | kmbc.com | Jackson Kurtz

“No fear, no hate, no ICE in our state.”That was the message from protesters in downtown Kansas City today, calling for Kansas City’s U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement office to stop its deportation of immigrants in the metro. ICE and its agents have been very active in Kansas City since the Trump administration took office this year. The administration’s goal has been to deport all undocumented immigrants in the U.S.Those in attendance said the crackdown has gone too far.

1 month ago | kmbc.com | Jackson Kurtz

Nearly seven years later, a metro father is still seeking justice for his son, who was shot and killed. Twenty-six-year-old Dylan Hill was found dead in December 2018 near 80th Terrace and James A. Reed Road in Kansas City, Missouri. "It's a never-ending nightmare that never stops," said Randy Hill, Dylan's father. It's a pain no parent ever wants to feel. "My grandkids need their dad. I need my son. I miss him. He was taken way too early in life, you know, and for what? I have no idea," Hill said.

1 month ago | kmbc.com | Jackson Kurtz

Newly appointed City Manager Mario Vasquez says rebuilding public trust, addressing infrastructure challenges, and tackling crime are top priorities as he steps into city leadership. Vasquez spoke on the importance of city employees focusing on the long-term good of the community rather than immediate results. "What we do as city employees, we can it's not about today. It's not about the immediate gratification.