There are many reasons to honor small businesses, which are the backbone of the economy. Now a special campaign is recognizing the contributions of entrepreneurs by declaring May as Small Business Success Month and holding a Small Business Hero Day, which rewards several small businesses that are committed to serving their communities.

Gabriella Mooney of Mass Collective entrepreneur and Small Business expert Jon Fasoli of Intuit QuickBooks + Mailchimp and discuss this unique campaign from Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp to honor small business owners.

A growing number of teenagers are entering the workforce this summer thanks to changes in state laws and higher pay.

Drivers should expect some delays this week as crews from the Missouri Department of Transportation work to patch pavement along I-35. 

It's been 4 months since Adam "AJ" Blackstock, 24, was found dead in the cargo area of his vehicle. A Memorial Day track meet at Central High School was renamed in his honor as the family continues their search for answers.

The pain and honor of Memorial Day, paying tribute to men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service of the country.

The 137th annual Memorial Day ceremony at the Leavenworth National Cemetery remembered those who died serving our country.

An annual run is recognizing raising awareness for thousands affected by brain injuries in Kansas City. The event is also recognizing a Kansas City teen suffering from a brain injury after he was shot by a homeowner.

Every Memorial Day, the National WWI Memorial hosts a ceremony to honor those service members who died for our country.

The Kansas City Symphony helped bring in the Memorial Day weekend at Celebration at the Station.

Saturday, the community came together to honor the life of a man killed in a nightclub shooting last weekend at Klymax Lounge.  

Kansas City has a large new piece of art to enjoy in the historic West Bottoms.

Powell Gardens is bringing back its playful outdoor exhibit this summer.

A playful new outdoor exhibit has opened at Powell Gardens this summer. Fortopia is made up of awe-inspiring forts for explorers of all ages.