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Leawood police use pepper balls in early morning raid; two arrested
Leawood police arrested two people early Tuesday after serving a search warrant at a home in north Leawood, Kansas, near 92nd Street and High Drive. Police said the warrant was related to drug activity and officers used…
Police ask public to avoid area in north Leawood during investigation
Leawood police are asking the public to avoid an area near West 95th Street and High Drive while multiple law enforcement agencies conduct an investigation. Officers are expected to remain at the scene for an extended…

Kansas Sen.-elect Adam Hamilton addresses congregation before leaving for Washington
Kansas Senator-elect Adam Hamilton addressed his congregation at the Church of the Resurrection on Sunday, marking his first public appearance since his historic election win. Hamilton, a Democrat, emphasized a message…

Leawood approves new e-scooter rules following deadly crash
The Leawood City Council has approved new safety regulations for e-scooters and other micromobility devices, effective December 15. The rules include speed limits on sidewalks, age restrictions for high-speed devices…

Adam Hamilton to remain lead pastor at Resurrection United Methodist Church after Senate win
Adam Hamilton, the lead pastor and founder of Resurrection United Methodist Church in Leawood, Kansas, will retain his position following his election to the U.S. Senate. Church leadership confirmed that Hamilton will…

Kansas voters react to Adam Hamilton’s U.S. Senate win
Kansas voters are reacting to the historic U.S. Senate victory of political newcomer Adam Hamilton, a Leawood pastor who ended a nearly century-long Democratic losing streak in the state. Voters expressed hope that…