LIVE: Austria-Algeria face off in last World Cup Group Stage match. What you need to know

Austria and Algeria will square off in a matchup of teams looking to cement their place in the knockout rounds.

Kansas City World Cup Day 17 | Excitement builds for Algeria vs. Austria match in KC

Soccer fans and Kansas Citians are gearing up to watch Algeria take on Austria on Saturday night at Kansas City Stadium.

Woman sues organizers after being trampled at Lee's Summit Downtown Days

The plaintiff said she was waiting in line to buy food at the festival on the evening of Saturday, June 6, when a stampede of teenagers trampled her.

‘Tiny lives are counting on us’: Bonner Springs Animal Control fights to save 11 kittens

Bonner Springs Animal Control says tiny lives are counting on them as staff fight to save 11 kittens.

Isolated afternoon storms ahead of warm World Cup Match

Kansas City is expected to withstand isolated afternoon storms ahead of tonight's World Cup match.

Iranian drones attack Bahrain and a ship is struck in the strait after US airstrikes

Iran launched a drone assault targeting Bahrain, while a ship in the Strait of Hormuz separately came under attack Saturday.

Prime Day is over, but secret savings remain. Here's what we found

Amazon Prime Day is over, but there are Prime Day deals hidden in plain sight. Here's how you can spot them if you missed out on the four-day sale.

Drone nearly hits United Airlines plane landing in Newark, pilot says

A United Airlines passenger jet nearly collided with a drone as it was coming in to land in New Jersey, its pilot said.

KCPD: Argument leads to gunfire and homicide in northeast Kansas City

KCPD said investigators believe an argument between several people led to shots being fired.

From barriers to breakthroughs: How voting rights have evolved over America's 250-year history

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Crucial window for rescuing survivors narrows in Venezuela after deadly quakes

The situation has grown more desperate in Venezuela as people dig through the rubble, knowing time is running out to find survivors.

US-Iran agreement tested as new attacks are reported in the Middle East

Iran launched a drone assault targeting Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet, and a ship in the Strait of Hormuz separately came under attack.

Small plane crashes into Beijing skyscraper, killing the pilot and injuring 13

Chinese authorities say a small plane crashed into a building in Beijing on Friday, killing the pilot and injuring 13 others.

This Day in History: Lollapalooza 1996 kicks off at Longview Lake in KCMO

On June 27, 1996, Lollapalooza ’96 kicked off at Longview Lake in Kansas City, Missouri.

One dead after argument leads to overnight shooting in Kansas City

One man is dead after an argument led to an overnight shooting in Kansas City.

Warmer today, but turning hot & humid next week

Warmer today with a slim chance for spotty PM storms. Summer heat & humidity move in starting Sunday.

Longtime fisherman hooks 300-pound bull shark while tarpon fishing

A fisherman says he encountered more than he bargained for on a recent trip out on the Neuse River.

Deputy dies after being hit by tractor-trailer while shielding road crews on highway

The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of its deputies, who lost his life in the line of duty this week.

Women arrested after 2-month-old suffers severe head injury, placed in medical coma, investigators say

The women are each facing charges that include endangering a child and injury to a child.

Neighbors, organizations near Kansas City Stadium cash in on parking proximity for World Cup matches

Algeria and Austria are set to meet on the pitch at Kansas City Stadium at 9 p.m. on Saturday. It's the city's last group stage match before the Round of 32 on July 3.

Flipping the Switch this Weekend: One last chance for strong storms before brewing heat wave arrives.

Friday stays mostly dry with highs near 80°. After a week of cooler-than-normal temperatures and frequent rain, we’re turning a corner this weekend.

Residents, visitors join together to create Algerian flag ahead of World Cup match

Lawrence, Kansas residents and visitors joined together Friday evening to celebrate the Algerian National team ahead of their World Cup matchup against Austria on Saturday, June 27.

Austria soccer fans in Kansas City ahead of World Cup match

Algeria and Austria fans are gearing up for Saturday’s match at Arrowhead Stadium.

Algeria fans and Lawrence locals forge lasting bond during World Cup in Kansas City

For weeks, the connection between Algeria fans and the Lawrence community has been growing. Ahead of Algeria's second match in Kansas City, the two groups came together once again.

Austrian fans descend on Fan Fest and local Austrian restaurant ahead of World Cup match in Kansas City

Austrian fans packed FIFA Fan Fest on Friday, buzzing with excitement ahead of Saturday night's World Cup match as the city prepares for another historic moment.

Memorial Hall FIFA World Cup 26 watch parties were canceled, but KCK soccer fans have other viewing options

While city-sponsored watch parties were cancelled, Kansas City, Kansas, venues are still rolling out the welcome mat for World Cup visitors with watch parties and community gatherings.

'Rock Chalk Algeria': Algerian KU student partners with Lawrence earthwork artist to celebrate World Cup team

Algerians and Lawrence residents gathered in green, red and white to celebrate at the earthwork. Unity was on display as the crowd sang Algerian chants and "Rock Chalk."

EPA providing World Cup air quality monitoring

The EPA is monitoring air quality around Kansas City's World Cup venues to ensure the safety of visitors, using detection equipment and sharing data with hazmat agencies and first responders.

Connect KC26 issues refunds to all riders after challenges due to weather

The weather on Thursday presented challenges for KC2026 which had to delay buses and close Fan Fest very early as a result.

Western Auto sign experiencing partial outage 9 days after lighting up again

The famous Western Auto sign in downtown Kansas City experienced a brief partial outage Thursday evening, nine days after it was repaired.

FOX4 Forecast: Some clouds Saturday, then hot

Lingering rain chances are expected this morning with highs near 80 degrees, followed by isolated chances for storms on Saturday

Kansas City man charged after woman killed in northeast neighborhood shooting

Jackson County prosecutors have filed charges after a woman was killed in a shooting Thursday night in the city's northeast neighborhood.

Kansas City Kansas Public Schools celebrates KidZone

The before- and after-school program, which serves nearly 600 students, operates at nine elementary schools and will mark its 30th anniversary in the 2026-27 school year. The post Kansas City Kansas Public Schools celebrates KidZone appeare

The Bars KC invite soccer fans to support Midwest Innocence Project with a cold beer

Photo by Emma Goulding Soccer fans can now support a special cause while watching their team during soccer summer and enjoying a draft beer. The Bars KC has a limited-edition commemorative pint glass available at all four metro locations wh

Best of KC 2026: A Jaunt in the Westside

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Between World Cup games, Kansas City airport expects more than 40,000 travelers in one day

An airport spokesperson said the expected number of travelers rivals major holiday travel days like Thanksgiving weekend. Netherlands and Tunisia played on Thursday, while Algeria and Austria will have their final group-stage match Saturday

Photos: Tunisia falls to Netherlands in KC’s latest World Cup match

Photo by Tarik Sykes After the weather shut down FIFA Fan Fest, KC watched the Netherlands team top Group F with a 3-1 win over Tunisia on Thursday. Netherlands will face Morocco in the Round of 32, while Tunisia leave the World Cup without

Best of KC 2026: Hi-Dive into mystery beers and Chiefs history

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Barfly on the wall: An inside look at a World Cup match night in a 5 a.m. bar in Kansas City

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