Investigation begins into massive Overland Park fire
Across Overland Park Kansas City area a deadly blaze at the City Place development leveled a four story apartment building and heavily damaged a second. About 22 nearby homes sustained damage as more than 100 firefighters contained the fire. The cause is under investigation with no sign of foul play. A 40 person task force interviews construction crews while ATF agents aid. No serious injuries.
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Death inquiry nears end in Eudora daycare case
Investigators will forward findings to the Douglas County District Attorney to decide on possible criminal charges in the death of 9 month old Oliver Ortiz at Sunshine Kids Group Daycare Home in Eudora. The KDHE license suspension was finalized while autopsy details remain withheld during the probe.
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Bill calls for tighter policies on approaching people with guns
A Kansas Senate committee hears a bill requiring all law enforcement agencies to adopt written policies on how officers ask if a civilian is armed during traffic stops. NAACP Kansas leader Glenda Overstreet Vaughn says the measure protects children and future generations from risky police encounters with armed drivers.
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