Armed shoplifting suspects apprehended by Lenexa Police

Armed shoplifting suspects apprehended by Lenexa Police

According to the Lenexa Police Department, two individuals have been arrested for shoplifting from a retailer in Lenexa, Kansas. Lenexa police recently reported an incident involving two individuals who managed to escape with a substantial amount of stolen goods from a store near 95th Street and Quivira Road. Despite their successful getaway, the police were…

USPS announces $150,000 reward for information on assault and robbery of postal carrier

USPS announces $150,000 reward for information on assault and robbery of postal carrier

The United States Postal Service has announced a generous reward of $150,000 for anyone who can provide crucial information that leads to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the individual responsible for the assault and robbery of a dedicated postal carrier. Two Black men, dressed in black and wearing masks and gloves, approached the carrier…

Kansas City teacher placed on leave for shown inappropriate videos in class

Kansas City teacher placed on leave for shown inappropriate videos in class

A Kansas City teacher has been placed on leave after students in their class were exposed to inappropriate videos projected on a screen. Kansas City Public Schools has announced that a teacher from Central Middle School has been put on leave following an incident that took place on Wednesday. The district has not provided any…

Shooting in southeast KCMO on Friday leaves 1 person in serious condition

Shooting in southeast KCMO on Friday leaves 1 person in serious condition

A spokesperson from the Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) has confirmed that one individual is currently in serious but stable condition following a shooting incident that occurred in southeast Kansas City, Missouri, in the early hours of Friday morning. The victim was taken to a local hospital in a serious condition. This story will be…

Kansas City man charged in connection with Tuesday’s fatal shooting

Kansas City man charged in connection with Tuesday’s fatal shooting

A man, aged 31, is now facing several felony charges in connection to a fatal shooting that took place on Tuesday in eastern Kansas City, Missouri. Tamon Daniel has been charged by Jackson County prosecutors with second-degree murder, unlawful use of a weapon, and two counts of armed criminal action. According to court documents, Kansas…

Mother in Wisconsin Guilty of Child Neglect for Keeping Sons Locked Up in Feces-Filled ‘House of Horrors’

Mother in Wisconsin Guilty of Child Neglect for Keeping Sons Locked Up in Feces-Filled ‘House of Horrors’

A Wisconsin mother has pleaded guilty to child neglect charges, following her arrest four months ago when authorities discovered that she had been keeping her two young sons confined in a room filled with filth, feces, and vermin. In a Milwaukee courtroom on Thursday, Katie Koch pleaded guilty to two felony counts. The charges she…

Alabama Plant Announces Mass Layoffs, Leaving Workers with Uncertain Future

Alabama Plant Announces Mass Layoffs, Leaving Workers with Uncertain Future

A lumber plant located in Chapman will be closing down in January, which unfortunately means that a significant number of employees will be laid off. Yesterday, Boise Cascade Company, which is one of the largest producers of engineered wood products and plywood in North America, made an announcement regarding an indefinite curtailment of its lumber…

Malik Smiley received his bachelor’s degree from Alabama State University

Malik Smiley received his bachelor’s degree from Alabama State University

Congratulations are in order for our very own RSMS son, Malik Smiley, as he officially becomes a member of the 2023 graduating class! To join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club and receive exclusive news, simply text “RICKEY” to 71007. (Terms and conditions apply.) Today, Malik has joined the ranks of notable HBCU graduates, including…

GHS student arrested for bringing a gun to school

GHS student arrested for bringing a gun to school

Greenville High School (GHS) was placed under emergency lockdown at approximately 10:45 a.m. following a report received by administrators that a student was believed to be in possession of a firearm on campus. The Greenville Police Department quickly responded and arrived at the school to locate the student involved. They discovered a revolver among the…

Colorado Springs Police Department raising funds for K-9 unit through calendar sales

Colorado Springs Police Department raising funds for K-9 unit through calendar sales

The Colorado Springs Police Department is currently raising funds to provide support for their K-9 division. The funds raised will be solely dedicated to meeting the needs of the Explosives Unit K-9’s, Patrol K-9’s, and the overall mission of the Police Foundation of Colorado Springs. If you are interested in supporting the cause by purchasing…