Daniela Leon

Fans, drivers and officials point to traffic jams, delayed buses, and miles of walking as KC2026 faces its first major match day challenge.

KSHB 41 anchor/reporter Daniela Leon covers transportation-related issues in Kansas City. Share your story idea with Daniela —

Hispanic-owned businesses along Southwest Boulevard hoped the 2026 FIFA World Cup would bring a much-needed economic boost after months of construction. But some owners say the surge they anticipated has yet to be seen.

KSHB 41's Daniela Leon picked Vermes' brain about a variety of topics, including how Kansas City is handling World Cup traffic, Team USA's loss against Belgium in the Round of 16, and the future of soccer in America.

KANSAS CITY, Mo — Kansas City will host its final World Cup match Saturday, but the energy surrounding the tournament is far from fading.

Andre's Chocolates, a Kansas City staple for more than 70 years, is celebrating Switzerland's World Cup success while continuing a family tradition rooted in authentic Swiss chocolate-making.

MoDOT plans to fully shut down both directions of Interstate 70 in early 2027 between Prospect Avenue and Van Brunt Boulevard as part of a massive reconstruction project.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — For months, Teresa Grado watched construction outside Lilly's Cantina chip away at business on Southwest Boulevard. The family-owned restaurant in Kansas City's Westside neighborhood struggled with limited parking, reduced foot traffic and slower-than-expected crowds during the World Cup.

Thousands of Kansas Citians who rely on public transit can breathe a sigh of relief, at least for now.

Kansas City leaders are hoping the Olympic torch will once again pass through the Heart of America ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.