Kansas City, MO news on Friday, October 16, 2026
In Kansas City, MO on Friday, October 16, 2026: Downtown shooting under investigation; Marathon Saturday. Also: Deadly shooting occurred downtown Kansas City; police continue investigating and seeking witnesses; City expanded free brush drop-off days to help residents after Northland storm damage. Weather: Blustery Friday with temperatures 41-55°F, clearing skies, frost likely tonight.
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Headlines
- Deadly shooting occurred downtown Kansas City; police continue investigating and seeking witnesses.KCTV ·
News & local government
- City expanded free brush drop-off days to help residents after Northland storm damage.KCTV ·
- Kansas City Northland residents want real shift in policing as search for new KCPD chief begins.KCUR ·
Events & going out
- Saturday: Garmin Kansas City Marathon celebrates 40 years with over 11,000 runners expected.KSHB 41 Kansas City ·
- Savannah Bananas minor league baseball team returning to Kansas City in 2027.KQ2 ·
Business & new openings
Sports
- Sunday: Chiefs host Los Angeles Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium; Rashee Rice ruled out.Kansas City Chiefs ·
- Kansas City Current resumes regular season action against Utah Royals FC.Kansas City Current ·
- Sporting Kansas City faces Real Salt Lake this weekend at home.Real Salt Lake ·
Community & volunteering
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