Matt Flener

Kansas City

Investigative Reporter and Anchor at KMBC-TV (Kansas City, MO)

Investigative Reporter, Anchor and Storyteller at KMBC-TV (Kansas City, MO)

Investigative Reporter and Anchor at KCWE-TV (Kansas City, MO)

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Articles

Independence Police Chief Adam Dustman on 'requested leave,' city says

1 day ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

Independence police chief Adam Dustman is on “requested leave” from the department, the City of Independence confirmed in a statement to KMBC 9 Investigates on Thursday.Chief Dustman began the leave on Friday, May 23rd. The city made no public announcement about Chief Dustman’s leave from the department until KMBC 9 Investigates reached out Wednesday evening after multiple tips about the situation.
Independence Towers Tenant Union reaches agreement with new owner

2 days ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

Tenants living at the Independence Towers, 728 N. Jennings Road, have announced an agreement with the building’s new owner that would end an eight-month rent strike.Residents have demanded better living standards for years at the complex.On Wednesday, the Independence Towers Tenant Union declared victory, saying residents will get new leases, with rental rates negotiated with the tenant union.
Kansas City committee approves plan for KCPD to use blue lights

3 days ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

SECURITY AS THE NFL DRAFT. WE’RE GETTING CLOSER TO A NEW LOOK FOR THE KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI POLICE DEPARTMENT. YOU MIGHT SEE MORE BLUE LIGHTS ON POLICE CARS. KMBC NINE S MATT FLENER IS DOWNTOWN TO EXPLAIN. HERE IN KANSAS CITY, YOU MIGHT SEE POLICE CARS NOT JUST LIKE THIS, BUT WITH BLUE LIGHTS ON MORE OFTEN. AND THIS IS ONE WAY TO LET THEM KNOW THAT THE POLICE ARE OUT THERE.
KCFD putting firefighters through more uniform and rigorous training

1 week ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

Kansas City firefighters on Thursday showed off a more rigorous and standardized training. It’s part of an increased push by Fire Chief Ross Grundyson to expand professional development within the Kansas City Fire Department's ranks. The 40-hour training course helps newer firefighters gain certification as a fire apparatus operator. Firefighters showed off their skills in driving, ladder and pumper operations at the American Royal complex in the West Bottoms.
KMBC Restrained investigation making nationwide impact

1 week ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

A KMBC 9 News investigation continues to make an impact in jails and prisons across the United States. A leader of one of the top agencies that train corrections officials across the country said portions of KMBC's Chronicle : Restrained could be used in its upcoming training platforms. The National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO) puts facilities across the country through rigorous inspections, policy reviews, and training.
Experts warn about real estate document scams after home sales

1 week ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

Be careful if you're buying or selling a house. You may find a scam in your mailbox. A new Leawood homeowner just told KMBC about a letter that arrived in the mail after their new home closing. The letter asked the homeowner to buy a Property Assessment Profile and a current Grant Deed. Those are documents you will already receive at your home’s closing, so there is no need to purchase anything else, according to two experts who spoke with KMBC 9 Investigates on Wednesday.
Kansas jail administrator using KMBC Restrained documentary in training, requiring staff to take test

1 week ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

KMBC 9’s nationwide Restrained investigation continues to make an impact with law enforcement officials and jail administrators across the United States. Those leaders are now using KMBC 9’s newest investigative documentary Chronicle : Restrained to change training and policies on restraint chairs or full-body restraint systems. The restraints are supposed to keep inmates and staff safe when an inmate is out of control due to a mental health breakdown or a behavioral issue.
Judge approves purchase agreement for La Tiara taco shell brand

1 week ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

A popular locally made taco brand appears to be making a comeback. A Clay County judge has approved a purchase agreement for the sale of the La Tiara taco shell and seasoning brand. An anonymous buyer has made a $10 million offer to buy Gladstone Food Products, the parent company of La Tiara. Clay County Circuit Court Judge Shane Alexander told a court-appointed receiver they can move forward with the sale of the company to the buyer, which is a publicly traded company.
KMBC Restrained investigation used in talks about new Kansas City detention center

2 weeks ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

Kansas City, Missouri leaders are in the planning process to build a new detention and rehabilitation facility. That includes creating new policies, training and how to create the right culture for inmates and staff behind bars. City leaders are now using KMBC 9's unprecedented Restrained investigation as a framework to discuss how inmates and staff interact in the new facility.
Beware of ticket scams ahead of Savannah Bananas weekend at Kauffman Stadium

2 weeks ago | kmbc.com | Matt Flener

12 MINUTES. ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST POPULAR SPORTS TEAMS IS COMING TO KAUFFMAN STADIUM THIS WEEKEND. THE SAVANNAH BANANAS ARE PLAYING FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT. INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER MATT FLEENER HAS A FEW TIPS TO MAKE SURE YOU DON’T GET SCAMMED ON TICKETS. ROYALS PLAYERS ARE NOT HERE AT THE K THIS WEEKEND. THE SAVANNAH BANANAS WILL BE IN TOWN AND BE VERY CAREFUL IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR TICKETS. THAT’S BECAUSE SCAMMERS ARE OUT IN FORCE. THE SAVANNAH BANANAS ARE A POPULAR TICKET AND THERE’S HIGH DEMAND.