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July 29, 2026

Starfish Project’s new home hits another roadblock, and the next vote could decide everything.

July 29, 2026

South Olathe farmland could soon become a 1.4-million-square-foot manufacturing giant—bringing far more trucks next.

July 27, 2026

Starfish Project thought it found home in Olathe — now neighbors are pushing back hard.

July 26, 2026

July 25, 2026

Harmful algae could be lurking at area lakes—know the warning signs before you swim.

July 24, 2026

Fire crews rush to an Olathe motel as a laundry room blaze forces evacuations.

July 23, 2026

Lakeshore Drive closes July 27—plan ahead, follow detours, and expect delays near Dennis Avenue.

July 23, 2026

Governor Kelly signs a new safety law—what it means for drivers, workers, and kids.

July 22, 2026

Olathe’s 2027 block grant plan could send federal dollars to housing, jobs, and neighborhood projects.

July 22, 2026

City approves $945,000 for a new softball complex upgrade—concessions, restrooms, and more coming together.

July 22, 2026

Kansas students could face a new complaint form, inviting reports on alleged walkout protests.

July 20, 2026

Former Kansas City metro teacher Mark Amos faces new statutory rape charges after a victim’s disturbing claims.

July 10, 2026

Two new elementary schools could change everything—details on the surveying proposal tonight.

June 5, 2026

Board eyes major safety upgrades, from ballistic film to smarter campus cameras and door alerts.

June 5, 2026

Bullying prevention starts now—discover how Olathe schools are building safer, kinder spaces for every student.

July 31, 2026

Johnson County scores its first-ever Triple Crown from top public finance officers nationwide.

July 24, 2026

Cyclospora cases are climbing fast across the metro, and health officials are warning the outbreak isn’t over.

July 20, 2026

Johnson County voters can honor a veteran while preparing for the 2026 election.

July 18, 2026

Advance voting starts Saturday in Johnson County, but fewer sites mean planning ahead matters now.

July 18, 2026

Immigration divides Johnson County voters; candidates spell out whether they’ll back ICE cooperation or protections.

July 18, 2026

Johnson County sees 25 Cyclospora cases — and health officials say that may be just the beginning.

July 17, 2026

Johnson County donates vacant land for disability housing, but will it solve the long wait for support?

July 13, 2026

Edgerton residents launch a petition and fundraiser, fighting a data center appeal headed for a major hearing.

July 13, 2026

Former Kansas standout Lagerald Vick is jailed after a shocking attempted murder charge, with bond set at $1.5 million.

July 12, 2026

Free airport rides are ending soon in Johnson County—find out when and why.

July 18, 2026

Edgerton’s controversial data center gets a green light after months of pushback and questions.

July 12, 2026

Mom’s Kitchen in Olathe serves comfort food so good, it feels like coming home

July 11, 2026

Missouri joins 48 states pushing the FCC to crack down on scam callers using real numbers.

July 9, 2026

Kansas issued $18 billion in industrial revenue bonds — but did taxpayers lose $1.1 billion?

June 6, 2026

Starfish Project Foundation announces a new home in Olathe, opening Monday, June 22nd.

July 30, 2026

Kansas could restore voters’ power over Supreme Court justices—if this constitutional amendment passes.

July 29, 2026

Kansas election drama escalates as a court keeps mail-in ballots in play for now.

July 29, 2026

Johnson & Johnson offers billions to settle talc lawsuits, but there’s a major catch.

July 25, 2026

Federal grand jury indicts six previously deported foreign nationals accused of re-entering the U.S. illegally.

July 25, 2026

Kansas has recovered nearly $2 billion in unpaid taxes—where that money is going, tonight.

July 22, 2026

New Chiefs stadium renderings are out—what the future of Arrowhead could look like, next.

July 22, 2026

Undercover ATF buys led to fentanyl, cocaine and pipe bombs — and a 10½-year sentence.

July 22, 2026

FIFA World Cup celebrations in Kansas City uncovered a disturbing anti-trafficking surge, with nine children located.

July 20, 2026

NORAD scrambles F-16s as aircraft breach restricted airspace near Trump’s New Jersey visit

July 18, 2026

Pillsbury rolls recalled nationwide after reports of possible glass in frozen dough sold at Walmart bakeries.

June 5, 2026

Celebrate Olathe students bringing home state titles, top medals, and championship honors across multiple competitions.

June 3, 2026

Olathe stars headline the 6A all-state baseball lists, with Olathe East and West leading the way.

June 3, 2026

Missed the first Olathe Cup? July brings Cup II, with bragging rights and prizes on the line!

June 1, 2026

Gardner-Edgerton turns “unfinished business” into a 6A softball title, and the celebration is just beginning.

June 1, 2026

Olathe West storms to the 6A boys crown, but a record relay steals the spotlight.