KC Outbreak, Snow Piles, Job Growth, Wheelie Ban: KC Local Pulse Sunday

Good morning, this is Kansas City Local Pulse for Sunday, January 26, 2025. We're starting with breaking news from the past few days. An unprecedented tuberculosis outbreak is ongoing in Wyandotte County, according to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. This is a developing story, and we'll keep you updated as more information becomes available[1]. In other news, residents in Kansas City, Kansas, are still digging out from the recent blizzard, with some side streets remaining an issue for schools and neighborhoods. The city's snow response has been graded an A-minus by Mayor Quinton Lucas, but some residents in the Northland are still waiting for plows to visit their neighborhoods[1]. Moving on to the job market, employment levels in the Kansas City area have seen a slight increase over the past month, with business contacts expecting faster job growth early in the new year. The leisure and hospitality sector has seen significant gains, with a 5.7% increase in jobs over the year, outpacing the national average[2][4]. In real estate news, there haven't been any major commercial or residential property sales announced recently, but we do know that the former Brady & Fox restaurant space is up for sale in Kansas City[1]. From city hall, the Kansas City Municipal Court has launched a new 'Wellness Court,' and the city council has voted unanimously to ban drivers from popping wheelies. Additionally, the city is considering sending out reminders about clearing snow from sidewalks, which is a timely reminder given the recent weather[1]. Speaking of weather, another round of snow moved through Kansas City overnight, causing slick roads and closings. Today's forecast looks chilly, with temperatures expected to remain in the low 30s. Make sure to bundle up if you're heading out[1]. In new business activity, KC Restaurant Week is underway, aiming to get people out of the house for good food and a good cause. Also, a Lenexa trainer and client are sharing tips to stay motivated with fitness goals, which is perfect for those New Year's resolutions[1]. Looking ahead to community events, the United Way of Greater Kansas City has seen a spike in 211 calls from the winter storm, and some local organizations are offering assistance to those in need. Also, Habitat for Humanity and Kansas Citians are honoring President Jimmy Carter's legacy[1]. In local sports news, the Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for the AFC Championship game against the Buffalo Bills tonight at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs are slight favorites, but it's expected to be a close game[3][5]. In crime news, a shooting on SB I-29 at 72nd Street left one person dead, and a man and woman have been charged in connection to abandoning a Kansas City woman's body. Additionally, a former student has pleaded guilty in the 2022 shootings at Olathe East High School[1]. Finally, in a feel-good community story, Roeland Park is requiring property owners to shovel their sid This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.