Kansas City overhauled its approach to snow removal. Blizzard response shows some payoff
City manager Brian Platt says planning, technology and an aggressive approach to snow removal are making city streets passable.
Photos: See the impact of Kansas City's snow storm across the metro
The Kansas City metro is still digging itself out from a nearly-record 11 inches of snow that got dumped by a blizzard over the weekend. Roads remain icy and treacherous, however, and much of the city remains shut down.
Near-record snowfall on Kansas City during New Year Blizzard
The first weekend of 2025 saw a major winter storm coat the Kansas City Metro with a slick layer of ice - followed by a major dumping of snow during a Sunday blizzard.
Snow ‘angels’ skip sleep for 3 days to help Kansas City area people in blizzard
As of Tuesday afternoon, the Wyandotte County couple were still at it, helping people for free for three days straight on no more than 10 hours sleep and asking nothing in return.
Cold weather advisory in place after blizzard exits Kansas City
The National Weather Service has lifted blizzard warnings for the metro area. Roads remain challenging across the region. High winds and earlier whiteout conditions forced closures on major highways,
Kansas City residents can report snow, ice issues through this app
People living in Kansas City who have complaints about snow and ice removal can easily report them to the city.
Officially a blizzard in Kansas City. What does that mean?
The last time the weather in Kansas City was severe enough to be considered a blizzard was in November of 2018.
Snow removal creates challenges in downtown Kansas City
Road crews are still clearing streets in the Kansas City metro and some areas have their own set of challenges getting all the snow out.
How should you shovel the snow on your sidewalks? Tips for Kansas City area residents
The Kansas City area is beginning to dig its way out after a winter storm dumped nearly a foot of snow across much of the metro.
How does so much snow get removed from streets in Kansas City, Missouri?
Kansas City continues to recover from its largest snowstorm in 63 years. Over 11 inches of snow blanketed the city, prompting emergency crews to work tirelessly to clear roadways. FOX Weather Meteorologist Kendall Smith is live from the snow command center in Kansas City,
Kansas City Mayor catalogs snow removal, recovery after snowiest day in 63 years
Quinton Lucas, the mayor of Kansas City, Missouri, joins FOX Weather to discuss the city's recovery after receiving several inches of snow in a powerful snowstorm on Sunday and Monday.
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This Kansas City kitchen weathered the blizzard with bring-your-own-noodle ingenuity
While the snowstorm closed many Kansas City restaurants and kept diners at home, one short-staffed kitchen offered a special ...
What to expect as cities across Kansas City metro delay trash pickup during storm
Cities announced trash pickup will be impacted as companies and cities wait for crews to clear streets. GFL contacts with multiple cities in the metro, including Mission, North Kansas City and Belton.
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Kansas City, Missouri, city employees volunteer to plow streets during historic blizzard
A blizzard is a snowplow's Super Bowl. In Kansas City, Missouri, there are more than 300 snowplow trucks working to clear the ...
Several school districts in the Kansas City metro cancel class for Wednesday. See the list
Many school districts in the KC metro are having virtual days or canceling class again for Wednesday, citing unsafe roads.
Over 60 million Americans under heavy snow, blizzard, ice alerts as winter storms slam Midwest
As a deep winter chill begins to take over the northern half of the country, a new major winter storm will move across the ...