Kansas City, Missouri — Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a man that occurred early Saturday morning, prompting the police to seek information from the public as they work to identify a potential suspect. The Kansas City Police Department responded to an emergency call at approximately 10 a.m. near the intersection of Linwood Boulevard … Read more
WICHITA, Kan. – A local teenager has been sentenced to prison for her role in a violent acid attack that resulted in significant injuries to another young woman. Ye’Kira Acoya Hollins, who was 18 during the attack, received a sentence of 34 months in prison, along with two years of supervised release after serving her … Read more
Kansas City, Mo. — A young man’s journey toward a brighter future was tragically cut short when he was fatally shot a month ago. As family and friends mourn his loss, they are calling for justice and clarity surrounding his death. The victim, a high school senior, had been diligently working to make positive changes … Read more
WICHITA, Kan. — A Kansas family is grappling with a wave of distress following the unexpected online circulation of autopsy photos of their teenage son, who was fatally shot in a 2022 mall altercation. The discovery raises unsettling questions about privacy and legality, sparking widespread community concern. TrenJ’vious Hutton was only 14 when he was … Read more
OLATHE, Kan. – A Kansas man who had been erroneously identified as a suspect in a tragic shooting at a Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade last year has passed away, his lawyer announced. Denton Loudermill Jr., 49, died under undisclosed circumstances, as stated by his attorney LaRonna Lassiter Saunders in a recent statement. … Read more
Kansas City, Mo.—The case concerning a 15-year-old, identified only by his initials K.H., charged in connection with the murder of renowned Irish chef Shaun Brady, faces possible transfer to adult court. A recent decision postponed the necessary certification hearing, sparking discussions and casting a spotlight on juvenile justice issues. On August 28, 2024, in a … Read more
TOPEKA, Kan. — An Oklahoma man has been charged with first-degree murder in the April 3 killing of Catholic priest Father Arul Carasala in Topeka, Kansas. The accused, 66-year-old Gary Hermesch, could face a life sentence if convicted. During a Friday afternoon court session, Hermesch, who is wheelchair-bound, was seen handcuffed as District Judge Scott … Read more
Kansas City, Kansas — A severe multi-vehicle accident on Interstate 70 in western Kansas resulted in the deaths of eight individuals on Tuesday. Over 50 vehicles were involved in the catastrophic crash, which occurred under conditions of dense fog and icy roads, significantly complicating the morning commute. Authorities reported that the pile-up extended for a … Read more
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A tragic event unfolded as a 19-year-old was charged with the murder of his parents after their bodies were discovered in a local hotel room. The suspect, identified as Jason Sessoms, faces multiple charges including two counts of first-degree murder and armed criminal action. Sessoms was apprehended in Covert Township, Michigan, … Read more
SHAWNEE, KS – A Kansas youth pastor has been sentenced to nearly 30 years in prison following a brutal attack on his own family. The incident unfolded amidst escalating financial troubles and an impending eviction that spiraled out of control. Matthew Lee Richards, 42, stood in court Wednesday as District Judge Jason B. Billam handed … Read more