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A 73-year-old Missouri man died after a rock broke through the roof of a Jeep on a national parks trip at Glacier National Park in Montana. Rex Schowengerdt, who was with his wife Chris, suffered severe trauma from the falling rock, and he passed away five days later. His family recalls that he had a deep love for the outdoors.

Rex Schowengerdt, a 73-year-old Missouri man, died five days after a rock broke through the roof of a Jeep while he was in it at Glacier National Park. The accident occurred near Logan Pass when his brother-in-law was driving down a narrow road with steep cliffs. Rex was airlifted to the hospital and passed away from traumatic brain injury.

Police officers in Kansas City recovered a pair of baby goats from the trunk of a stolen vehicle after noticing suspicious noises. The rescued kids, found to be thin and ill with parasites, were taken to KC Pet Project and eventually adopted by a local foster family.

Kansas City police discovered two baby goats in the trunk of a stolen vehicle after noticing suspicious noises. The animals were initially taken into care by KC Pet Project because they struggled with an intestinal parasite and required bottle-feeding. Following mandatory care, a foster family adopted both goats, naming them Denver and Aspen.

Kansas City consultants warned the city that its practice of racial and sex-based preferences in contracting faced serious legal issues, but the Council initially chose not to end the program. After a lawsuit was filed by Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway on July 22, new ordinances were introduced “to begin the process of reimagining” these business enterprise programs. However, the article notes that multiple proposed ordinances appear to be overlapping and competing options.

Despite significant progress and successful changes in HIV care over the decades, public health experts warn that funding cuts pose a major threat to current efforts. The Trump administration's proposed 2027 budget requests elimination of $1.6 billion in HIV-related spending, threatening parts of the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program. Activists are concerned that these potential cuts will reverse years of progress and make essential resources unavailable.

The author has been receiving repeated calls from telemarketers regarding selling their house at an address in Kansas City, despite never having lived there. These callers claim they obtained the number through 'public records' and identify themselves as 'independent investors,' leading the author to question the legality of data acquisition methods.

The Royals defeated the Chicago Cubs 6-3 in a game where Jac Calgianone contributed significantly to Kansas City's victory. Caglianone hit two homers, two doubles, and finished with four RBIs, while Clay Holmes made a shaky debut for the Cubs.

Abortion opponents supported ballot measures in two red states, but voters rejected them. In Kansas City, Missouri, voters cast their ballots on Tuesday.

Missouri voters rejected a measure aimed at limiting their ballot box powers. The article mentions a 2024 petition drive in Kansas City supporting a ballot initiative to end Missouri's near-total ban on abortion.

Joel Bremer was charged in 2026 for the 1988 murder of his pregnant wife, Ronna Bremer, after DNA testing and investigations linked him to her death. Ronna's skull, found years after she vanished, was identified through testing in 2024, leading to Bremer's arrest.

Joel Bremer was charged with two counts of second-degree murder for the 1988 death of his pregnant wife, Ronna Bremer, nearly 40 years after she vanished. A skull identified as Ronna's in 1997 and DNA evidence analyzed in 2024 led to Bremer's arrest in 2026.

Missourians obtaining abortion pills via telehealth from out-of-state providers quadrupled from 880 in 2023 to 3,220 in 2025, according to Guttmacher Institute data. A Jackson County court ruling in June 2025 partially lifted abortion restrictions but did not allow in-state telehealth medication prescriptions, forcing patients to seek care from out-of-state providers.

Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old mayor, proposes city-owned supermarkets to address high food costs and food deserts in Gotham. The plan faces skepticism due to past failures of city-backed ventures like broadband projects and a closed Kansas City supermarket. Critics argue that outdated regulations, not private markets, block affordable grocery access and that Mamdani's initiative could harm existing businesses.

A woman was caught on camera repeatedly stealing unopened donation bags from the Northland Clothing Center, a Kansas City nonprofit, over several months. The organization shared surveillance footage to identify her, leading to a tip that provided her name, which has been forwarded to police. The nonprofit emphasized its goal is to stop the thefts, not criminalize the individual, and highlighted broader issues of donation theft affecting local charities.

A woman was caught on camera repeatedly stealing unopened donation bags from the Northland Clothing Center, a Kansas City nonprofit. Surveillance footage, shared online, led to her identification after a tip from retail, and the nonprofit has turned evidence over to police. The organization emphasizes that the woman could have accessed donations during regular hours and highlights broader issues of theft at unattended donation sites.

A woman was caught on camera repeatedly stealing unopened donation bags from the Northland Clothing Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Surveillance footage, viewed nearly 2 million times, led to her identification, and the nonprofit has shared the evidence with police. The organization emphasizes that the thefts disrupt its mission to provide sorted clothing to those in need and highlights broader issues of donation theft in the area.

A 65-year-old man was shot in the head in Kansas City after confronting two men who had run over his cat. The incident highlights escalating crime concerns in the area.

UMB Financial Corp. reported second-quarter earnings of $277.6 million, or $3.56 per share, exceeding Wall Street's $3.08 per share estimate. The company generated $1.12 billion in revenue, with net interest expense-adjusted revenue of $786.9 million, surpassing forecasts of $725.8 million.

The Baltimore Ravens placed defensive linemen Nnamdi Madubuike, John Jenkins, and Travis Jones on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list ahead of training camp. Madubuike, a two-time Pro Bowler, missed most of last season due to a neck injury, and his availability remains uncertain. Other teams, including Chicago, Cincinnati, and Kansas City, also added players to their PUP lists.

USDA union leaders and former officials oppose the Trump administration's proposal to downsize the Washington, D.C., headquarters and relocate over 2,500 employees to five regional offices, warning of potential layoffs and reduced capacity for critical services. The reorganization, led by USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, aims to limit D.C. staff to 2,000 by 2025, with regional offices in Raleigh, Kansas City, Indianapolis, Fort Collins, and Salt Lake City.

USDA union leaders oppose a Trump administration proposal to close the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center and relocate over 2,500 employees from Washington, D.C., to regional offices, warning of layoffs and reduced capacity for core USDA functions. The reorganization, led by USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, aims to limit D.C. staffing to 2,000 by 2025, with regional offices in cities like Raleigh and Kansas City. Critics argue the move exacerbates existing workforce losses and hampers wildfire response and food safety efforts.

USDA union leaders oppose the Trump administration's proposal to relocate over 2,500 employees from Washington, D.C., to five regional offices, warning of widespread layoffs and reduced agency capabilities. The reorganization, led by USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, aims to limit D.C. staff to 2,000 by 2025, with offices in Raleigh, Kansas City, Indianapolis, Fort Collins, and Salt Lake City.

A FedEx driver was terminated after a Ring camera recorded him using a racial slur during a delivery to Murrell Homes Real Estate Group in Kansas City. The incident occurred on July 15 when the driver, frustrated by a delayed response, used the slur, which was captured on camera and heard in real time by Shawnna Murrell, the business owner. FedEx confirmed the driver is no longer employed, stating his actions violated company values.

A FedEx driver was terminated after a Ring camera recorded him using a racial slur during a delivery to Murrell Homes Real Estate Group in Kansas City. The real estate business owner, Shawnna Murrell, confirmed she heard the slur and reported it to FedEx, which stated the behavior violated company values and led to the driver's dismissal.

A FedEx driver was terminated after a Ring camera recorded him using a racial slur during a delivery to Murrell Homes Real Estate Group in Kansas City on July 15. The incident occurred when the driver, wearing a company shirt, made the offensive remark after no one immediately answered the door. FedEx confirmed the driver is no longer employed, and the real estate business owner, Shawnna Murrell, emphasized the slur was directed at her company.

Commerce Bancshares Inc. reported second-quarter earnings of $1.10 per share, exceeding the expected $1.04 per share, with revenue of $591.2 million and net interest expense revenue of $498.9 million, surpassing forecasts.

Firefighters in Kansas City rescued a man who was trapped in a porta-potty. The incident was described as a bizarre distress call.

Kansas City Councilmember Andrea Bough, who oversees economic development and finance, admitted the city lacks data to assess the benefits of taxpayer subsidies for projects. Despite this, she has approved or advanced over $1.1 billion in public financing and incentives, including stadium-related deals, while also working as a redevelopment attorney in the same ecosystem she regulates.

A registered nurse, Brooke Haller, was banned for life from federally funded hospitals and lost her license after forging opioid prescriptions. She stole a nurse practitioner’s prescription pad and DEA number to write forged prescriptions for Percocet and oxycodone, listing her relatives’ names, and was sentenced to three years’ probation and a $5,000 fine.

El guardameta argentino Emiliano Musso afirmó que Argentina está dispuesto a sufrir, jugar y enfrentar momentos difíciles en la previa del partido contra Suiza por los cuartos de final. El equipo busca seguir dando alegrías a los fanáticos con el objetivo de clasificarse a semifinales ante Inglaterra.

Kansas City is vying to become the 'Soccer Capital of the World' by leveraging its 2026 FIFA World Cup hosting role, replacing Chicago after its withdrawal due to contractual disputes. The city has organized extensive preparations, including showcasing youth soccer and infrastructure, to highlight its commitment to the sport. Kansas City's bid aims to shift its global identity from a barbecue and NFL-focused city to a premier soccer destination.

Kansans will vote on an elected Supreme Court with abortion as a key target. Voters previously supported a 2022 state ballot measure that endorsed abortion rights.

Argentina's World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland is scheduled for Kansas City, while Colombia faces a legal dispute over a broken government handover, with the outgoing government filing a criminal complaint against an incoming team member.

A skydiving plane crashed in Missouri, killing 12 people, despite completing two successful flights earlier that day. The National Transportation Safety Board reported no pre-impact mechanical issues, and the pilot had over 4,100 flight hours. The cause of the crash remains undetermined.

Small businesses in U.S. tourist destinations report increased domestic tourism this summer as Americans prioritize local travel due to higher airfare and gas prices. Events like the FIFA World Cup and the nation’s 250th birthday celebrations are cited as factors, with AAA forecasting 72.2 million Americans traveling over 50 miles, focusing on road trips and regional spending.

A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board found no engine failure or mechanical malfunctions in a Missouri skydiving plane crash that killed 12 people. The crash occurred during a skydiving flight operated by Skydive Kansas City, with investigators recovering damaged GoPro cameras but no flight data recorder. The NTSB noted ongoing concerns about weak oversight of skydiving operators, and the Federal Aviation Administration has established a committee to address safety recommendations.

The Eighth Circuit revived a lawsuit challenging Kansas City and Jackson County’s conversion therapy ban, citing the Supreme Court’s 8-1 ruling in Chiles v. Salazar, which found a similar Colorado law violated the First Amendment. Therapists Wyatt Bury and Pamela Eisenreich argue the ordinances infringe on their free speech rights by prohibiting discussions with clients seeking to align their identity with their sex or avoid same-sex attractions.

Planned Parenthood expanded medication abortion access in Missouri starting June 22, following a court ruling that struck down state laws restricting abortion care. The Gladstone clinic in Kansas City's Northland became the fourth Missouri location offering medication abortion, with appointments filling quickly due to the new availability.

Buc-ee’s, a Texas-based convenience store chain, plans to open 15 new locations over the next five years, including San Marcos, Texas; Benton, Arkansas; and Murfreesboro, Tennessee, this year. The chain recently opened its first Arizona location in Goodyear, which features a 75,000-square-foot travel center with 120 fuel pumps and plans to expand further in Kansas City, Kansas; St. Lucie, Florida; and Lafayette, Louisiana.