Overland Park News

Margaret Tascar would probably be in a nursing home, the 84-year-old says, if not for a state program that helps elderly people stay in their own homes.

"Fireworks pose a serious danger to everyone. The city has a comprehensive ordinance prohibiting all forms of fireworks," said Jim Weaver, police public information officer.

Black & Veatch has closed on its purchase of its headquarters at 11401 Lamar Ave.

Gov. Mark Parkinson imposed another round of spending cuts Thursday to keep Kansas' budget balanced, trimming aid to public schools and higher education funding.

Unless development patterns and trends change significantly, Overland Park's aggressive redevelopment aspirations could be dashed.

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Chrysler's former financial arm says it will reduce its workforce by 9 percent as it restructures and closes a customer service center in Overland Park, Kansas.

Overland Park, Kan., police released a surveillance picture of two men suspected in an assault on a store's security officer.

Grissom, convicted in the 1989 murders of three young women, is one of Johnson County's most notorious killers.

The Private Bank is entering the Kansas market, opening a new branch office in Lighton Tower in Overland Park on June 29.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan -- Sprint is reporting tight supplies of its high-profile Palm Pre.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. a ' A thrift store chain expanded into Kansas Thursday when Savers opened a location in Overland Park.

Dunkina TM Donuts is coming back to the metro with a new Overland Park location and more to follow.

For weekend adventurers who love to walk, bike or simply explore trails and off-the-beaten path forest walks, Indian Creek in Overland Park, Kansas, is the place to visit.

Since Jan. 1, 212 reports have been taken on thefts from cars and trucks that were unlocked or their windows were left open.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. a ' A death investigation sparked by a house fire is puzzling an Overland Park neighborhood.

Neckties became the standard Father's Day gift for a reason: Daddy wore them to work.

The victim of an Overland Park house fire on Friday has been identified as Derl S. Treff, 67, who lived at the house.

One person was found dead in a garage fire in Overland Park Friday afternoon, officials said.

Overland Park, Kan., police have released sketches of two suspects who they believe were involved in a stun gun attack earlier this week.