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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will return on Monday night against the Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium nine months after tearing his ACL and LCL in December.

Coach Andy Reid is confident & expects his comeback to energize the home crowd.

Strong winds hit the Kansas City metro yesterday, knocking down trees and power lines and leaving over 2,600 customers without power in communities including Lake Winnebago and Pleasant Hill.

Storms are expected to continue through Thursday morning.

Storms damaged vendor tents at SantaCaliGon Days, so organizers kept the festival portion closed on Monday (damage assessment ongoing).

Missouri schools in Jackson County and beyond face budget shortfalls from property tax changes, tax credits and government cuts, explained by Kenny Southwick (executive director of the Cooperating School Districts of Greater Kansas City).

Parents may see service reductions as districts work to balance their budgets.

A 9/11 memorial ride will honor fallen firefighter and veteran (Micahjo Barnett) on his birthday in Lee’s Summit.

Locals will ride together to remember his service and legacy.

Event organizers updated safety measures for SantaCaliGon Days due to intense heat this weekend.

Local residents should check the latest guidelines at the event for a secure experience.

Midwest Transplant Network will hold the Donate Life Legacy Walk on Saturday, Sept.

12 to promote organ donation awareness in Lee's Summit — additional details on location and timing will be shared soon.

On Thursday night, the Royals beat the Marlins 7-3 to avoid a sweep as Carter Jensen nearly completed a cycle and Michael Wacha pitched six innings in 97-degree heat with 10,803 spectators.

Today, the Marlins will host the Cubs while the Royals will face the Blue Jays in an upcoming game.