Kansas City News Glare: MAGA Fades, Prez Biden Baggage & Pr0n Cop

Just a few more topics we want to consider for our most loyal, late night, insomniac or even early morning readers . . .

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Local Health Concern . . .

KC-area heart specialists talk dangers of an aortic aneurysm, how to prevent it

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The family of sportswriter Grant Wahl said a ruptured heart vessel caused his death - brought on by an undetected aneurysm. Wahl, who grew up in Mission, Kansas, died unexpectedly while covering the World Cup last weekend. It was the eighth time the respected sports reporter had covered the World Cup.


Brushing Up On Healthcare

Two Americas: Group working to combat dentist shortage in Kansas, Missouri

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Kansas and Missouri continue dealing with shortage of dentists that dates back to 20 years. KSHB 41 reporter Megan Abundis spoke with those impacted by the crisis, and a Kansas City area group working to solve the problem.


BBQ Transaction

Arthur Bryant's Barbeque restaurant properties sells to Andrew Miller-managed entity - Kansas City Business Journal

The building housing the longtime Arthur Bryant's Barbeque restaurant in the 18th & Vine Jazz District has been sold to an ownership group headed by a veteran local food and beverage entrepreneur. The new group, MMD Acquisitions LLC, on Nov. 30 acquired the restaurant building at 1727 Brooklyn Ave.


Recession: Autos Not Immune 

Kansas City-area car dealerships predict rise in sales as price of used cars down nearly 3%

MISSION, Kan. - While some essentials continue to cost more and more, other commodities are bouncing back slowly but surely. New inflation reports show used car prices have dropped 2.9% between October and November, and new vehicle prices have stayed flat. For Heidi Kerbel, this is long-awaited news.


Party Time Ahead Of Holidays

13 Things To Do In KC This Weekend, December 15-18

Here are thirteen great things to do in Kansas City this weekend, December 15-18, including Christmas Festival at Kauffman Center, The Office alum comedian David Koechner, and a performance from country-pop superstar Martina McBride. Evergy Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens This unique festive outdoor experience follows a 1-mile walk through Powell Gardens' immersive, botanically inspired light installations.


Old School Social . . .

Madonna, 64, strips and goes topless in latest daring snap

She is never shy putting on a daring display on social media. And Madonna stripped down and went topless in her latest racy social media offering on Wednesday as she put on a typically confident display.


Progressives Against Prez

Left wing group releases 'Don't Run, Joe' ad opposing Biden reelection bid

A left-wing progressive group is urging President Biden to call it quits after his first term in office, taking out an ad giving reasons why they think he should not run for reelection. The ad from RootsAction runs in New Hampshire and features local voters giving a variety of reasons for why they want someone else representing Democrats in the 2024 presidential election.


MAGA Fades In 2022 

Trump hits 7-year low in new national poll as Biden approval climbs

Former President Donald Trump's standing with voters has hit its lowest point in over seven years, according to a new Quinnipiac University poll. The survey found President Joe Biden's job approval rating, while still underwater, had jumped to its highest rating since last year.


Carry On Crisis

Pack Your Bags: Non-Binary Biden Official Fired after Allegedly Stealing Luggage from Two Airports

The Department of Energy has reportedly fired a "non-binary" nuclear-waste official who has been twice charged with stealing luggage from airports in recent months. "Sam Brinton is no longer a DOE employee. By law, the Department of Energy cannot comment further on personnel matters," a spokesperson for the DOE told the Daily Beast on Monday.


Chief Twit Against Information

Twitter suspends @ElonJet account that tracked owner Elon Musk's private plane

The account that tweeted about Elon Musk's private jet is suspended for violating Twitter rules.


DOUBLE DUTY ALLEGED!!!

Phoenix Police Officer aka Porn Star "King Nut Alot" Under Investigation For Filming Porn On-Duty

Many people know this man as Rico Blaze (@Ricoblazex), but I prefer to use his government name of King Nut Alot (Alot = one word). King Nut Alot is in hot water for trying to be a cop and a porn star ...


Holiday Padding Opportunities

KC Sips: Your Weekend Dining Guide

KC Sips. // Illustration by Cassondra Jones Looking for delicious plans? Whether you want to impress a date, show your fam the best of KC, or just get out of the house, we've got you covered... all while supporting local. Here is your weekly roundup of the best food and drink offerings around KC.


Forecast For Tomorrow

Cloudy, cold and windy Thursday - big changes next week

Hide Transcript Show Transcript NINE-DAY FORECAST SO YOU WILL KNOW FIRST. THIS IS FIRST ALERT WHETHER. KELLY: WE HAVE BEEN WATCHING THE REPORTERS OUT THERE. THEY LOOK COLD. EVERYONE WILL BE LOOKING AT THE HOLIDAY FORECAST FROM HERE ON OUT. CHRISTMAS NEVILLE: JUST 11 DAYS AWAY.


TKC & Chill

'Arctic chill' to bring subzero temperatures to Kansas City; here's when

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - As other parts of the country deal with snowstorms and tornado warnings, Kansas City is preparing for an "arctic chill." Experts are expecting frigid temperatures to hit the Kansas City area starting this weekend through Christmas weekend.

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