KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools announced new security measures for all high school football games after gunfire last week at a Wyandotte High School game.
The district revealed the new policies before Friday night's games.
Tonight's Wyandotte High School football game against Sumner Academy will start at 5 p.m. Not all games in the future will have a 5 p.m. start.
There are regulations for bags fans bring to games, according to a KCKPS news release.
No bags larger than 12" x 12" x 6" will be allowed. Exceptions will be made for medical purposes and diaper bags that accompany young children after proper inspection.
All items need to be easily visible.
NO backpacks will be allowed.
The use of clear bags is highly recommended.
More officers from the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools Police Department will provide security at all of the district's football games, with help from officers with the Kansas City, Kansas, Police Department and the Wyandotte County Sheriff's Department.
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