KMCI-TV (Kansas City, MO)

KMCI-TV is an independent TV station that operates on virtual channel 38 and UHF digital channel 41. It serves the Kansas City area, including both Missouri and Kansas, and is licensed to Lawrence, Kansas. The station is owned by the E. W. Scripps Company and works alongside NBC affiliate KSHB-TV, which operates on channel 41, forming a duopoly. Both stations share studio space on Oak Street in Kansas City, Missouri, while KMCI's transmitter is situated at the Blue River Greenway in the Hillcrest area of the city.

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#54783

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Missouri House to convene Monday to review stadium funding bill

1 day ago | kshb.com | Charlie Keegan

KSHB 41 reporter Charlie Keegan covers politics on both sides of the state line. If you have a story idea to share, you can send Charlie an email at [email protected]. —Members of the Missouri House of Representatives will meet Monday in Jefferson City to discuss a proposal to help fund stadiums for professional sports teams. The Missouri Senate passed Senate Bill 3 early Thursday morning during a special legislative session. The bill creates the Show Me Sports Investment Act.
Independence mom talks importance of taking shelter during Tuesday's storm

2 days ago | kshb.com | Lily O'Shea Becker

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado occurred near Berry and Truman roads in Independence, Missouri, on Tuesday. At least one nearby home was damaged after a tree fell into the roof, while the rest of the surrounding neighborhood saw tree and power line damage. Independence mom talks importance of taking shelter during Tuesday's storm “These (limbs) fell.
On Track with KC | What streetcars, fire trucks have in common

2 days ago | kshb.com | Charlie Keegan

This story is part of an ongoing series, On Track with KC. If you have questions about the extension of the streetcar, you can submit them here. —Fire trucks in Kansas City, Missouri, and streetcars both use technology to communicate with traffic signals. The system is called Traffic Signal Priority. In the case of KC Streetcar, the system can extend or shorten the length of a green or red light to keep the streetcars on schedule. Its goal is for a streetcar to reach each platform every 10 minutes.
Missouri bill to keep the Chiefs and Royals at home heads to Senate floor in special session

3 days ago | kshb.com | Alyssa Jackson

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — After more than two hours of discussion Tuesday afternoon, a piece of legislation crafted to convince the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals to remain in Missouri passed out of a senate committee. Missouri Senate Bill 3 passed out of the fiscal oversight committee. An amendment was made to an unrelated issue in the bill, which would allow victims in a federally-declared disaster zone to get a refundable $5,000 tax credit.
LIVE COVERAGE | Parts of Johnson, Miami counties under tornado warning

3 days ago | kshb.com | Wes Peery |Sam Hartle |Addi Weakley

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A soggy Tuesday could include a round of severe weather this afternoon. The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch that includes parts of the Kansas City area through 8 p.m. Tuesday. In addition to the possibility of strong to severe thunderstorms, the region remains under a flood watch through Wednesday morning. LINK | Latest KSHB 41 forecastLINK | Latest KSHB 41 radarIf KSHB 41 provides breaking weather coverage, you can watch in the video player below.
Grandview mayor eyes growth through new housing; sets population goal of 30,000

3 days ago | kshb.com | Megan Abundis

GRANDVIEW, Mo — If Grandview Mayor Leonard Jones' vision becomes reality, the multiple housing projects underway will help him meet a new population goal for the city. Jones says he aims to increase the population to 30,000 residents. In multiple places around Grandview, new homes are planned. Off of the Blue Ridge Boulevard Extension, Jones says 40 Falcon Trails townhomes will be finished by the end of the year.
Blue Alert remains in effect for suspect accused of shooting Lee's Summit police officer

3 days ago | kshb.com | Claire Bradshaw

KSHB 41 reporter Claire Bradshaw covers eastern Jackson County, including Blue Springs and Independence. Share your story idea with Claire. A Blue Alert for the suspect wanted in connection with allegedly shooting a Lee's Summit police officer late Sunday night is still in effect. Thomas Eugene Tolbert, 27, is accused of shooting the officer during a domestic disturbance call in the 3500 block of SW Hollywood Drive. Police say the officer had responded to the call about 11 p.m. Sunday.
Blue alerts are rare, but program has been around for years

4 days ago | kshb.com | Alyssa Jackson

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Amber Alerts are the most common mass notification that people are used to seeing. On Monday, the Kansas City area received a blue alert during a manhunt for a suspect who shot a Lee's Summit police officer. The officer is recovering from his injuries in the hospital. Missouri State Highway Patrol Cpl. Justin Howard said the alert is a quick way to get information out that can help with an investigation.
Missouri begins special session to discuss Chiefs, Royals stadium options

4 days ago | kshb.com | Charlie Keegan

KSHB 41 reporter Charlie Keegan covers politics on both sides of the state line. If you have a story idea to share, you can send Charlie an email at [email protected]. —Missouri may yet offer the Chiefs and Royals tax dollars to help pay for stadium projects thanks to a new bill introduced Monday during the legislature’s special session. Senate Bill 3 brings back elements of a bill that failed to pass during the regular session. The new bill creates the Show-Me Sports Investment Act.
Court documents detail domestic violence incident before Lee’s Summit officer was shot

4 days ago | kshb.com | Abby Dodge

KSHB 41 reporter Abby Dodge covers consumer issues, personal budgeting and everyday spending. Share your story idea with Abby. —A Lee's Summit police officer is out of surgery and resting with friends and family after being shot four times while responding to a domestic disturbance call. The officer was shot in his left arm, left leg, shoulder and chest, but the chest bullet was caught by his body armor.