Man charged with Brookside bank robbery

A Kansas City man has been charged in the Monday robbery of a bank in Brookside, federal prosecutors said today. Casey M. Widman, 58, allegedly showed a black pistol and robbed the Bank Midwest, 6249 Brookside Blvd. According to court records: He ...

Residents invited to block party at 55th and Oak, Brookside

Residents of Crestwood, Blue Hills, Waldo, the Plaza and Brookside are invited to a party this Sunday, September 8. The Second-Crestwood Block Party will be held on 55th St. between Brookside Boulevard and Oak Street from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. ...