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Also on today's calendar: Summer Sizzler- Kansas City and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. KC homeowner says standing water has flooded his backyard for nearly a year despite repeated complaints (kshb.com) — A Kansas City homeowner says his backyard has been flooded with standing water for nearly a year, despite multiple sewer and stormwater complaints to the city. After media inquiries, a city crew investigated but has yet to pinpoint the source, leaving him worried as water creeps closer to his home's foundation.
2. Bloodied, partially naked, unconscious, family demands answers after KC woman is found dying outside her home (fox4kc.com) — Kansas City police are still investigating how 42-year-old Katie Garcia was found critically injured outside her home near 28th and Prospect, and her family is pleading for answers. Loved ones say she's now off medical intervention and are urging anyone who saw or heard anything around July 29–30 to contact KCPD or the TIPS Hotline.
3. Missouri Supreme Court to hear challenges involving new congressional map, referendum process (kmbc.com) — Kansas City residents' congressional representation is at stake as the Missouri Supreme Court prepares to hear challenges next week to the new map that splits Kansas City into three districts. Justices will weigh whether voters can force a statewide referendum on the map and related petition rules, decisions that could affect November's elections and future redistricting.
4. Driver injured after colliding with police vehicle in Kansas City (kctv5.com) — A driver suffered minor injuries Thursday after colliding with a KCPD vehicle at 31st Street and Southwest Trafficway in Kansas City. Police say the officer was entering the intersection with lights and siren on when a southbound Ford Flex struck the cruiser, adding to traffic headaches already caused by a nearby street collapse.
5. Author of 'Kin' Comes to KC for the 4th Heartland Book Festival! (kprs.com) — Kansas City book lovers can look forward to the free Heartland Book Festival returning Oct. 2–3, with events at MCPL's Woodneath Library Center and the Kansas City Public Library's Central Library. Headlined by acclaimed author Tayari Jones, the weekend features workshops, panels, local vendors, and kid-friendly activities, with registration already open to reserve your spot.
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