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Proudly #RaisedRoyal in the #ChiefsKingdom | @Mizzou Alum | @kshb41 journalist 📺 send tips and dog pics to abby.dodge @kshb .com

Kansas City, MO
Joined October 2011
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Abby Dodge
4 years
SHE DID IT! 😱 The @Chiefs Puppet Lady will be remembered forever in the Hall of Fans! 🏈❤️🎉 Here’s the moment she found out ⬇️
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Abby Dodge
8 years
We should ignore this whole new Zodiac thing. There's probably a reason the Babylonians ignored Ophiuchus in the first place.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Lily Stafford is 17. On her lunch break from STA she’s out protesting the stay at home order in Kansas City. Her parents are protesting as well.
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Abby Dodge
2 years
Buck O’Neil is in the Hall of Fame! @nlbmprez reaction is priceless! He new the second they rattled off the first fact about him.
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Abby Dodge
3 months
To my friends and family. I am okay. We at @KSHB41 are working to learn more. I’m currently watching a woman being carried into an ambulance and another young woman being cared for by medics in the north lawn.
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Abby Dodge
6 years
The article says there was a notice sent out before the exam that included appropriate attire. Still, having this happen to you before an exam is distracting and I’m sure lowered the female candidates focus... and grades.
@NewIndianXpress
The New Indian Express
6 years
Female candidates appearing for Paramedical exam in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district were left in shock, when the sleeves of their clothes were torn off, before the exam.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
One small business owner is pleading for businesses to be allowed to open their door again. We’ll break down today’s protest on @KCTV5 at 5!
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Abby Dodge
2 years
New gear, new team, new mindset! I’m joining the team at @KSHB41 and thought I’d let you all know before I pop up on your TV. Let’s get to work (again) KC ✌🏼
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Abby Dodge
4 years
A local business posted this note on its door and online. The owner says she’s happy to reschedule appointments for people who were in large crowds at the lake this weekend.
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Abby Dodge
7 months
Good morning KC! I’m up dark and early to cheer on the @Chiefs with 240 of my closest friends at @KCBierCo 🏈 🥨
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Looks like the luncheon was a success! #ChiefsKindgom #HOF #FordHallOfFans
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Abby Dodge
2 years
We just arrived in Marshall, MO where high school students are protesting outside the school this afternoon. Their signs read “end rape culture” and “justice for all”
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Nothing to see here... just the ENTIRE CAST of Toy Story 4 caught escaping someone’s room 😱 Can you tell I’m loving my #KCTV5Hope story today?
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Abby Dodge
2 years
Hey KC! I won’t be active on my social media channels for a bit. Don’t be alarmed. I’m not going anywhere! As I recover from surgery, I’m trying my best to unplug. I’ll be back at it in a couple of weeks and can’t wait to see you all on the streets and over the airwaves 💕
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Abby Dodge
3 years
BREAKING 🚨 Royals are upping capacity at Kauffman. The Royals will provide 3-foot socially distanced pod-style seating to accommodate 17,400 fans per game in May.
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Abby Dodge
8 years
Any girl (Native American or not) playing lacrosse NEEDS to watch "Keepers of the Game". Appreciate the opportunity you've been given.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
It’s Friday night! Not a single car parked on either side of the 3rd Street for 4 blocks. I’m proud of everyone staying home, but this is hard to see. @KCTV5
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Abby Dodge
3 months
It’s me, hi 👋🏼
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NFL
3 months
. @WillieGayJr , you icon 😂
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Abby Dodge
2 years
With the approval of a new drug for ALS, there's renewed hope in the Lou Gehrig’s disease community. @SarahNauser is an advocate and patient herself. We sat down with her today to discuss how this drug has affected her (she's been taking it for almost 2 years).
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Abby Dodge
3 years
I sat down with the fan who caught the Mahomes opening drive TD celebration pass into the stands. Hear this wild story on @KCTV5 at 6!
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Abby Dodge
1 year
Students at St. Teresa’s Academy are on their quad right now for a student-led rally against gun violence. They have two reasons behind today’s event: school shootings and the shooting of fellow KC metro student Ralph Yarl.
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Abby Dodge
5 years
When you’re sitting in your car after your AM shift thinking about the things you need to do when you get home @TomMurphyTweets
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Abby Dodge
3 years
We play for KC on @KCTV5 !!!
@thekccurrent
KC Current
3 years
NEWS: KC NWSL has announced a multi-year agreement with @KCTV5 to become the official local television broadcast partner of the club through the 2023 season. 📰 #WePlayForKC
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Abby Dodge
7 months
The Chiefs avoid OT and take the win 21-14 against the Dolphins at “home” in Frankfurt. @KCBierCo fans seem pleased with the outcome! #ChiefsKingdom
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Now @TechN9ne is shaking the speakers! It’s a PARTYYYYY!
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Abby Dodge
3 years
Anyone know who caught this? That ball is extra important after that narrow win 😱 #HenneThingIsPossible
@SInow
Sports Illustrated
3 years
Patrick Mahomes takes it himself to give the Chiefs an early lead––and then LAUNCHES the ball into the stratosphere 🚀 (via @NFL )
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Abby Dodge
4 years
1 WHOLE YEAR ⁦ @KCTV5 ⁩ I thank my lucky stars a news director saw my potential and brought me home to Kansas City! Nothing beats telling stories in your hometown.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Protesters Continue to weave in and out of the streets on the plaza. There have been no instances of looting that I can see. A completely peaceful protest that has taking to the streets
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Abby Dodge
4 months
@colbyrainey @ClayWendler Hey Colby! I’m a reporter with KSHB41. Love the team effort you gave! Could we use your video online and on air?
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Abby Dodge
4 years
1:30 AM we’ve now remixed the chop...
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Abby Dodge
3 months
As our crews get back to work today, we are dedicated to learning everything we can for our community because we are a part of it. Right now we’re watching a news conference with city leaders because it’s our job but also because this is our home too.
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Abby Dodge
2 years
🚨 BREAKING 🚨 Jaylon Elmore is officially charged with attempted capitol murder in connection to yesterday’s school shooting at Olathe East High School. Bond is set at $1,000,000. No first appearance date set at this time.
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Abby Dodge
3 months
Just a quick chat. Nbd.
@aaronladdtv
Aaron Ladd
3 months
#Chiefs linebackers taking a quick break
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Abby Dodge
2 years
President Biden and AF1 take off as the sun sets over Kansas City.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Still going strong out here at P&L! There aren’t any signs of stopping soon.
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Abby Dodge
5 years
Turns out I went through our entire morning show with my sweater on backwards. Mornings, they’re great!
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Abby Dodge
4 years
BREAKING: Effective Monday, June 29, all employees or visitors to any place of public accommodation must wear face coverings in an areas that involve close contact or proximity to co-workers or the public where six feet of separation is not feasible.
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Abby Dodge
3 years
Dunkin’ doughnuts who?
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Abby Dodge
4 years
All we do is WIN no matter what!!!
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Abby Dodge
3 years
We just arrived in Purdin, MO and found this trailer that was picked up by a tornado earlier this evening. The good news is this is an office, not a home. We’re live on @KCTV5 in just a few minutes with more.
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Abby Dodge
5 years
Good morning KC!
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Abby Dodge
4 years
This is NOT okay. We are out here telling YOUR stories. Nothing was stolen and we were not in the car when this happened. There were multiple instances where we were yelled at by protesters and made to feel unsafe. It saddens me to see hatred and mistrust directed at us.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
NICE JOB CHIEFS KINGDOM!!! ❤️🏈 The team will see this familiar face in the stands. The Puppet lady is a finalist for the Ford Hall of Fans!
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Abby Dodge
1 year
I don’t think I can live somewhere without @QuikTrip The consistency. The comfort. And the (not pictured) doughnuts ❤️
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Abby Dodge
3 years
KC is giving off major fall vibes, so I had to switch it up on y’all 🍁 🎃 #NewProfilePic
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Abby Dodge
6 months
Bundle up and join us on @KSHB41 until 8! We’re talking snow, Small Business Saturday and of course my Mizzou Tigers 🐯
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Abby Dodge
5 years
I’ve met some pretty cool people out at the Chiefs game today, but these guys take the cake. Their story tonight on @KCTV5 at 10!
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Abby Dodge
2 years
Students at Northgate Middle School have organized a demonstration in support of abortion rights. The crowd of people here are 7-8th graders (12-14 year olds)
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Abby Dodge
4 years
KCMO Main Street and Armor Blvd. 8:30 p.m. For the second night in a row protesters are walking up Main Street.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Crews are just now able to power wash the floors and walkways at P&L. The Super Bowl watch party ended around 2:30 this morning.
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Abby Dodge
2 years
Nerves and excitement at the @NLBMuseumKC today! The museum is hosting a “Selection Sunday” Watch Party to see if John “Buck” O’Neil and other former Negro Leaguers will be voted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.  The votes are announced at 5!
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Abby Dodge
3 months
Dia Wall day in KC 🥹 We will miss you!!! @DiaWall @KSHB41
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Abby Dodge
5 years
The first wreath of the day being laid at the 9/11 memorial in Overland Park.
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Abby Dodge
2 years
Here’s a little closer look at AF1 for all my airplane fans out there.
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Abby Dodge
3 years
Saying goodbye to the picture that’s served me well over these last 2 years in KC ✌🏼 #NewProfilePic
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Abby Dodge
2 years
Just talked to Donna as she got off the plane! She’s on her way to Arrowhead. ETA 9:20 p.m. You’ll hear from this super mom on @KCTV5 at 10!
@dkelce1
Donna Kelce
2 years
@AbbyKCTV5 @Chiefs @KCMO @NFL @KCTV5 Thank you so very much I have a driver putting me up and taking me to the game
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Abby Dodge
2 years
Up dark and early with my mom helping @rmhckc sell @Chiefs flags for Red Friday! #ChiefsKingdom #RedFriday
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Abby Dodge
1 year
BREAKING: County prosecutor will seek 2 felony counts in the shooting of Ralph Yarl. -1st degree assault (up to life in prison) - armed criminal action (3-15years) Bond set at $200,000.
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Abby Dodge
2 years
I’m just sitting in media parking patiently waiting for some 💥 fireworks 💥 #ChiefsKingdom
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Abby Dodge
3 years
Really disappointed it’s not called “Peepsi” 🙈
@KCTV5
KCTV5 News
3 years
Pepsi's newest flavor has Peeps in it
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Jack Stack is giving us a behind the scenes look at @RestaurantWeek and I’m in awe 😍 Is BBQ at 5 a.m. acceptable?
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Abby Dodge
5 years
How cute is Blue?! He’s currently at the Independence Animal Shelter and can’t be adopted by anyone in Independence. There’s a ban on Pitbulls in the city.
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Abby Dodge
2 years
People are what make me passionate about my job. I get to meet new ones each day, but these are the consistent faces in my life. Friday is my last day with them at KCTV. I’ll miss being able to greet each other at the beginning of our work days and hug after the hard ones.
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Abby Dodge
5 years
On @KCTV5 at 6 from Linwood, KS: The moment Alfredo Villa and his brother found their cherished horse Zino. What they were thinking while looking for him and how he’s doing now!
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Abby Dodge
3 years
I’ll be there in person! Can’t wait to take in my first @KCWoSo game!
@thekccurrent
KC Current
3 years
✌️ different ways to catch the match on a screen this weekend + we're on the radio! local 📺: @KCTV5 national 📺: @paramountplus 📻: @KansasCityESPN #KCvRGN | #WePlayForKC
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Dang, those shrimp are HUGE!
@ESPNNFL
NFL on ESPN
4 years
First, his Super Bowl ring. Now, @PatrickMahomes proposed to his girlfriend.
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Abby Dodge
2 years
LOTS happening this weekend. Make sure to get outside and enjoy it! But first, turn your TV to @KSHB41
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Abby Dodge
1 year
I’m with the wonderful @lnanderson this morning while @CameronKSHB takes some time off! We’ve got lots of ladies in front and behind the camera today ❤️
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Teachers at SPE in the @LSR7 district are getting ready for a parade through their neighborhoods! Staff are VERY excited to see their kids (from a distance) and kick off online learning!
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Abby Dodge
1 year
Goodnight Tigers 🌙 🐯 The KC Alumni chapter did big things tonight, raising more than $140,000 for important scholarships. Here’s to more true sons and daughters! #MIZ
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Me every 4th of July 👀 But really, I’m so happy for @SalvadorPerez15 and his family! Thank you for being #AlwaysRoyal
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Abby Dodge
4 years
So many people are planning on returning their Christmas gifts 😱 Are we doing something wrong?
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Abby Dodge
5 years
I’m a GIF now... great! 😂
@NicholasVlasin
Nicholas Vlasin
5 years
When @ErinKCTV5 shows the low temperatures 🥶🥶🥶 @AbbyKCTV5
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Abby Dodge
3 years
Coming up on @KCTV5 at 6: Why @nlbmprez and the @NLBMuseumKC felt a historical and social responsibility to host a vaccine clinic on 18th and Vine. We’ll share new data from the state showing a vaccination gap in white and Black communities.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
If I had to guess there are around 1,000 people in the Macy’s parking lot at 71st and Mission for a #BlackLivesMatter protest.
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Abby Dodge
3 years
I set my alarm clock a little earlier this morning to speak with @lswestonline students. I was lucky enough to have my broadcast teacher invite me back to share my journey. Hopefully we have a few more @mujschool grads in the future!
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Abby Dodge
3 years
I think I might be the lucky charm! Congratulations on the W @KCWoSo
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Abby Dodge
3 years
Missourians are outside of @HawleyMO KC office for what they call a “funeral for democracy” Organizers want Hawley out of office based on his actions over the last week.
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Abby Dodge
5 years
We’re live from Arrowhead and it’s RED FRIDAY! Who will be sporting this @PatrickMahomes jersey tomorrow?
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Abby Dodge
2 years
Spending my last day reporting for @KCTV5 the best way I know how- with pets! @kcpetproject is at capacity yet again. They say it will take more than adoptions to stop the problem. Hear from them about what Kansas City needs to pair pets with people tonight at 4:30 & 6:30.
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Abby Dodge
5 years
We made it to @BigSlickKC We’ll be up close and personal with everyone out at the K!
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Too early for a Halloween mask? I don’t think so!
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Abby Dodge
2 years
Donations are up to $255,000 at last check! Chiefs Kingdom is relentlessly kind ❤️
@NickSloanKCK
Nick Sloan
2 years
“I want the community of Kansas City to know what they’ve done is really impactful to us and we are truly thankful for it." #Chiefs fans have donated over $200,000 to the John R. Oishei Children's Hospital in Buffalo. #ChiefsKingdom #BillsMafia MORE:
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Abby Dodge
4 years
It’s @Chiefs mania on @KCTV5 this morning! From P&L to Miami, we’ve got you covered.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
Since there will be cut-outs of people in the stands at the K, I feel like now is a great time to suggest a singing cut out of me and @SavannahKCTV5
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Abby Dodge
4 years
The aftermath.
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Abby Dodge
4 years
No stickers at my polling place, but pens are just as cool! Each voter gets their own pen/stylus to sign for their ballot, then color in the bubbles! #ElectionDay
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Abby Dodge
4 years
We’re now walking with the protesters around the Plaza. They are walking in the street but police have not interfered with their march.
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Abby Dodge
1 year
@alexbozarjiantv Newsies with moles unite! They are an extra kiss of beauty we get to wear every day!
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Abby Dodge
4 years
It’s official! The Chiefs puppet lady is in the Ford Hall of Fans in Canton, Ohio!
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Abby Dodge
2 years
We’re on the press bus to the tarmac. See you all on @KCTV5 soon!
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Abby Dodge
2 years
This touchdown happened right as @tkelce ’s mom touched down at KCI… coincidence? I didn’t think so!
@NFL
NFL
2 years
Kelce coming right into your living room 🔥 @tkelce 📺: #PITvsKC on NBC 📱: NFL app
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Abby Dodge
6 months
Back at it again on @kshb41 this morning! Snow, snow and more snow. Join us until 7 am and then again from 8-9!
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Abby Dodge
4 years
We are LIVE at University of Kansas Hospital tonight on @KCTV5 at 5&6. I’ll explain the difference between available and staffed bed numbers AND how far KC hospitals are from taking action yet again.
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Abby Dodge
5 years
This is Alfredo Calderon. He’s one of the 4 victims in the KCK mass shooting Sunday morning. His funeral services are today. We’re remembering him this morning on @KCTV5
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Abby Dodge
4 years
That’s it folks!
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Abby Dodge
4 years
A North Kansas City school bus slid off the road this morning. The kids are off this bus and at school now! No injuries. These roads are hilly and there are patches of ice everywhere!
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Abby Dodge
1 year
OMG
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Abby Dodge
1 year
It’s GAME DAY!!! @CarolineHoganTV is out at @GEHAField with tailgaters who started lining up overnight. @danielaleontv has a great story from Pegah’s! And I’m in the studio with @LindsayShively and @CassieKSHB ❤️ 🏈 Let’s bring home a win KC!
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