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TODAY WAS IMPACT DAY FOR THE RAIN THAT MOVED OUT FOR THE NIGHT THOUGH. METEOROLOGIST PETE GRIGSBY JOINING ME NOW PETE. A VERY RAINY DAY AHEAD. A KIND OF A CHILL RAIN THOUGH BEFORE THESE STORMS ROLL IN. IT WAS, BUT IT WAS VERY GENTLE, KIND OF A LIGHT TO MODERATE RAINFALL AT MOST. AND YOU KNOW WHAT? IT’S WELL NEEDED RAINFALL. THOSE YOU SOUTH OF I-670. SOME OF YOU GOT POCKETS OF ABOUT A HALF AN INCH TOTAL FOR TODAY. NOT BAD. FARTHER NORTH, NOT AS MUCH, BUT STILL THE NUMBERS ARE FAIRLY IMPRESSIVE WITH SOMETHING THAT REALLY DIDN’T PRODUCE A MAJOR THUNDERSTORM. A HEAVY DOWNPOURS LIKE THAT. SO WE LIKE THAT. BUT HOWEVER, THINGS ARE ABOUT TO CHANGE AS WE DEAL WITH SOMETHING TOTALLY DIFFERENT WHEN IT COMES TO TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY. WE MADE THEM ALERT DAYS BECAUSE SEVERE WEATHER THREATS, MOSTLY IN THE AFTERNOONS AND EVENING HOURS FOR BOTH DAYS, ANYTHING FROM WIND, HAIL, DAMAGING HAIL. OF COURSE, A LARGE SIZE AND TORNADIC THREAT IS ALSO INVOLVED WITH THAT. AS WE GET MORE INFORMATION IN, ESPECIALLY THROUGH TOMORROW, WE CAN FINE TUNE IT, ESPECIALLY WHAT WE CAN BE STACKING THE SHOW WITH. WHAT’S MORE IMPORTANT. OKAY, THAN KEEPING AN ALERT ON THIS. ALL OF EASTERN KANSAS AND MISSOURI. LOOK HOW MUCH REAL ESTATE THAT COVERS, ESPECIALLY FOR TUESDAY AND COME WEDNESDAY, IT REALLY DOESN’T CHANGE THAT MUCH. IT’S JUST KIND OF MIGRATES SLIGHTLY TO THE EAST. SO NO DOUBT TWO DAYS TO KEEP A CLOSE EYE OUT AND KEEP IT TUNED RIGHT HERE ON CHANNEL NINE FOR UPDATES. A QUIET, BEAUTIFUL NIGHT. SO DON’T WORRY ABOUT ANYTHING OVERNIGHT TONIGHT. WE’RE COMFORTABLE 69 DEGREES. OUR WIND FLOW ABOUT 16 MILES AN HOUR, AND TOMORROW MORNING WILL START OUT ABOUT 64 TO 65 FOR YOUR MORNING START HEADING FOR A VERY NICE COMFORTABLE AFTERNOON. AND THEN TUESDAY WILL BE THE KEY DAY TO KEEP AN EYE OUT. MORE ABOUT THAT OF COURSE YOUR NINE DAY FORECAST. THAT’S ALL COMING UP IN OUR KMBC NINE NEWS APP HELPS YOU STAY AHEAD OF THE RAIN. GET ALERTS SENT STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE AND TRACK STORMS IN REAL TIME. WITH O

After a round of beneficial rain Sunday, the focus now shifts to a more active stretch of weather across the Kansas City area.Tuesday and Wednesday are both Alert Days, with multiple chances for thunderstorms developing across eastern Kansas and western Missouri.Storms are most likely during the afternoon and evening hours both days, when conditions will be more favorable for stronger development.The main threats will be strong wind gusts and large hail, and there is also a tornado risk that cannot be ruled out.This setup covers a large part of the region, so much of the Kansas City metro could see impacts at some point during this stretch. Timing and specific impacts will become clearer as we get closer.Conditions stay quiet and warm through Monday before storm chances increase.The bottom line is to stay weather aware and make sure alerts are enabled on your phone as we head into midweek.

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After a round of beneficial rain Sunday, the focus now shifts to a more active stretch of weather across the Kansas City area.

Tuesday and Wednesday are both Alert Days, with multiple chances for thunderstorms developing across eastern Kansas and western Missouri.

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Storms are most likely during the afternoon and evening hours both days, when conditions will be more favorable for stronger development.

The main threats will be strong wind gusts and large hail, and there is also a tornado risk that cannot be ruled out.

This setup covers a large part of the region, so much of the Kansas City metro could see impacts at some point during this stretch.

Timing and specific impacts will become clearer as we get closer.

Conditions stay quiet and warm through Monday before storm chances increase.

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The bottom line is to stay weather aware and make sure alerts are enabled on your phone as we head into midweek.

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Kansas bats back up Cook’s gem to clinch series against Arizona

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Mason Cook got thrust into a bullpen role last Friday against Kansas State. He delivered 4.2 after a shortened start to help Kansas take game one against its in-state rival.

On Saturday, Cook returned to the weekend rotation with a bang to help the Jayhawks clinch the series against Arizona with a 7-2 win. The right-hander delivered a quality start, tossing six innings of one-run ball with seven strikeouts. Cook has bounced between starting and providing bulk innings in relief but hasn’t shifted his mentality based on his role.

“Let’s just get guys out. It’s that simple,” Cook said postgame. “No matter what spot you’re in, it doesn’t really like change or anything. Just go in there, first pitch strike, and get guys out.”

Cook’s start backed up Dominic Voegele’s 15-strikeout complete game in Friday night’s win. After seeing Voegele’s start, Cook gained confidence that he could have a strong start of his own.

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“I kind of joked with him after the game, was like, ‘I tried to go nine, man’” Cook said. “There’s so much momentum about [it]. Like it just boosts your confidence. He can do it, I mean he’s a great pitcher. Anybody can do it.”

The Jayhawks’ lineup backed Cook up, breaking things open with a four-run fourth. Kansas tallied four straight extra-base hits, capped by a two-run homer from Josh Dykhoff to give Kansas a 5-2 lead.

“Hitting is just contagious,” Dykhoff said. “It’s just that energy kind of throughout the dugout. And then you get those guys in there, like a lot of swings in a row too… Just something that seems to happen to us honestly.”

Kansas wins seventh straight series behind strong start from Cook

The win over Arizona clinched Kansas’ seventh straight series win. The Jayhawks have won nine and a row and will aim for their fifth Big 12 sweep on Sunday. Kansas has also yet to lose a conference game at Hoglund Ballpark, holding a 16-2 overall home record.

“I’ve said it a million times, they’re the best student section in college baseball,” Dan Fitzgerald said. “They show up every day, and they’re a huge energy source for us. And I think this is a team, like I’ve said a trillion times, they just love being together.”

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The Kansas bats backed Cook early, putting runners on 2nd and 3rd with one out via a Jordan Bach single and Tyson LeBlanc double. Brady Ballinger cashed in on a shallow fly to right field. Bach tested the arm of Caleb Danzeisen, sliding in safely to give the Jayhawks a 1-0 lead.

Cook continued to make quick work of the Arizona bats. The Wildcats got their first two baserunners in the next two innings, but Cook strung together zeros. The right-hander tallied seven strikeouts through four frames.

Kansas opened things up against Patrick Morris in the bottom of the fourth. The Jayhawks tallied four consecutive extra-base hits, with Tyson Owens and Augusto Mungarrieta trading RBI doubles. Josh Dykhoff followed with a two-run laser to give the Jayhawks a 5-1 lead before recording an out.

The Wildcats reached scoring position for the second time all game in the fifth. Carson McEntire blooped a single to left to put runners on the corners with two outs. Cook delivered again, inducing a groundout to put up another zero.

Andrew Cain and Tony Lira tallied consecutive singles to open the sixth, putting runners on the corners. The Wildcats got on the board, but Cook limited the damage to one run as he induced a double play.

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Jayhawks add runs late, clinch series win

Cook gave way to Toby Scheidt and Riane Ritter, who each tallied scoreless innings. Arizona matched with three scoreless innings, but the Jayhawks broke out of their slumber in the eighth.

The first three batters of the inning reached, and Cade Baldridge brought home a run on a fielder’s choice. LeBlanc laid a bunt down the third-base line for an RBI infield single to give Kansas a 7-1 lead heading into the ninth.

Manning West took the mound to start the ninth, but he allowed a walk and run-scoring double. Boede Rahe prevented things from getting out of hand, striking out all three Wildcats to clinch the series win.



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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a missing man.

Jacob Phillips, 30, was last talked to around 10:17 p.m. Wednesday.

Phillips is 5 feet, 2 inches tall and weighs 130 pounds. He has brown hair and hazel-colored eyes, according to KCPD.

Police said his family is concerned for his well-being.

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If anyone sees Phillips, they are urged to call the KCPD Missing Persons Unit at 816-234-5043 or 911.





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Kansas State freshman Jack Fleischaker, 19, dies after falling from fraternity house window

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A Kansas State University freshman died after he fell from a fraternity house window — just weeks away from the end of the semester.

Jack Fleischaker, 19, plunged from a second-floor window at the Sigma Chi house on the Manhattan, Kan., campus around 3:15 a.m. on April 25.

He was rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment, but died three days later, according to the Riley County Police Department.

Jack Fleischaker, 19, who died after falling from a fraternity house window at Kansas State University. KAKE News

Police are investigating exactly how the fatal fall unfolded, but said foul play is not suspected.

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“RCPD extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and the K-State community during this very tragic time,” the department said in a statement to People.

The fraternity said Fleischaker’s death appears to be accidental.

“This was a heartbreaking accident, and there is no indication that anyone is at fault,” Sigma Chi International Fraternity spokesperson Michael Church said.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Jack’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. We are actively supporting the chapter with mental health and wellness resources and are grateful for the assistance provided by Kansas State University’s administration as well.”

Fleischaker in the hospital surrounded by family and friends following the fall that later proved fatal. KAKE News

Fleischaker, from Overland Park, Kan., was studying accounting and finance and was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity, according to his LinkedIn and Instagram profiles.

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As police continue to investigate, Kansas State University said it is reviewing the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“The university has offered support to the family and has also offered assistance and student support resources to the fraternity members,” spokesperson Michelle Geering said in a statement to the Kansas City Star.

“We are reviewing available information to determine the next steps in accordance with our policies and procedures.”

The Sigma Chi fraternity house at Kansas State University where the tragic fall occurred. KAKE News

The horrifying incident comes four years after Sigma Chi’s University of Kansas chapter was shut down by its national organization in 2022 over hazing violations and lying about it.

There have been no recent hazing reports involving the Kansas State chapter, according to the Kansas City Star.

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Friends and family are reeling from the sudden loss.

“This is a tragic accident that nobody anticipated,” family pastor and friend Gar Demo told KMBC.

“Every trajectory in their life has changed in an instant,” he added.

Kansas State University is reviewing the circumstances surrounding Fleischaker’s death. jzehnder – stock.adobe.com

Demo said the family has faced devastating loss before. Fleischaker’s sister Natalie died 13 years ago from a brain tumor.

“[The family] went through the incredible pain of losing a child then, and I think they’re asking the question,” Demo said.

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“All of us who know them are asking, why did this happen? How could this happen to this family?”

“I think to walk with them again in a different kind of situation but still to lose another child is just not something I have a playbook for,” he said.

“But we walk with our faith and we walk there and we show our strength with them and surround them with the love that we can share.”

In the days after the fall, hundreds gathered at the hospital to say their goodbyes, according to KAKE News.

Fleischaker was an organ donor and is expected to help save lives.

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