Kansas City News Redux: Prez Plummets, EmRata, Royals Lose & Ukraine Hype

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Home Team FAIL

Another sixth inning blow up costs the Royals in 4-2 loss to Nationals

A four-run sixth inning cost the Royals the lead in a 4-2 loss to the Nationals on Saturday. Brady Singer was pulled a few batters into that inning, and ended up with five innings pitched, two runs allowed on four hits, with three walks and six strikeouts.

TV Gambit Stays Winning

Crane Brewing prepares for big cash flow with Ted Lasso pop-up bar

RAYTOWN, Mo. - You don't have to go far to have some fun for Memorial Day weekend. Raytown's Crane Brewing is opening a pop-up bar to immerse you in the world of "Ted Lasso." They call it: "A.F.C. Raytown," a take on the show's team, A.F.C. Richmond.

JoCo Dives Into Suds

A Shawnee-based craft brewery is opening at the end of the month

Friction Beer Co. is expected to open in just a matter of weeks (11018 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS).

Artsy Debut Down Below

New 215-foot mural dedicated in Kansas City's West Bottoms

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Kansas City has a large new piece of art to enjoy in the historic West Bottoms. The new mural is 215 feet long and is located at the Ninth Street Garden near 9th and Mulberry streets. The mural coincides with the West Bottoms' Heritage Days celebration, which honors the neighborhood's history and nature.

Serving Community Coffee

'Resilience, determination, consistency': Local cafe fighting to keep doors open

Hide Transcript Show Transcript TO BECOME A SUCCESSFUL STAPLE IN KCK, BUT NOW THAT ALL COULD BE TAKEN AWAY. NBC NINE ROB HUGHES EXPLAINS HOW YOU CAN HELP KEEP KINSHIP CAFE OPEN FOR BUSINESS. ALL RIGHT, CUT THE COCONUT MILK LATTE.

Diva Displays Fitness Skillz

Emily Ratajkowski shows off her washboard abs in New York City

Emily Ratajkowski donned a form-revealing outfit while stepping out in New York City on Friday afternoon. The 31-year-old fashion industry star appeared to be ready for the summer as she showed off a considerable amount of skin on her walk, during which she also pushed her son Sylvester, two, in a stroller.

Dems Doubt White House

'Horrible News for Joe Biden,' Jake Tapper Says of Latest Disastrous CNN Election Poll Numbers (Video)

CNN's Jake Tapper has deemed the network's latest 2024 presidential election poll "horrible news" for President Joe Biden, as it found 66% of surveyed Americans say a Biden victory would either be a disaster or a setback for the country.

Progressive Refrain Returns

Trump and Putin Are in Deep Trouble and Need Each Other More Than Ever

Times are tough for both Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. Since they are two of the world's most repulsive and dangerous people, that might be considered good news. But, not so fast.

Promo For Comeback

Ukraine's commander in chief hints counteroffensive could be imminent in slick video | CNN

With just a few words and a slickly produced piece of military propaganda, the commander in chief of Ukraine's armed forces ratcheted up speculation that a long-awaited counteroffensive by Kyiv against Russia's occupying forces could be imminent. "The time has come to take back what is ours," said the official, Gen.

Far East Flexes Tech

US Navy victim of Chinese state-sponsored hackers, secretary says

The U.S. Navy was a victim of the Chinese state-sponsored hack revealed by Microsoft on Wednesday, Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro said on CNBC. In an interview with host Morgan Brennan on Thursday, Del Toro revealed the Navy "has been impacted" by the cyberattacks and said it was "no surprise that China has been behaving in this manner, not just for the last couple years, but for decades."

Old School Bump & Grind Celebrated

I'm a 102-year-old - good sex is my secret to a long life

The secret to a long life is in the libido. Joyce Jackman celebrated her 102nd birthday on May 9 and credits her satisfying and happy life to a good time in the sack.

Summer Plunge Starts

Guide to south KC's swimming pools, spray grounds and beaches

By Kathy Feist Whether it's a swimming pool, splash ground or lake beach, many south Kansas Citians can spend a day cooling off and having fun at an affordable price. The Bay Water Park The Bay, 7101 Longview Rd., is south Kansas City's public water park operated by the Kansas City Parks & Recreation.

About Culture In Kansas City

291: Northeast Public Art Survey

On this week's episode of the Northeast Newscast we're joined by Evie Craig, Executive Director of Arts Asylum and President of Paseo West Neighborhood Association, and Trinidad Raj, community organizer and survey developer, to discuss public art in Northeast. They're encouraging residents to take a survey about public art projects that could be funded in the near future.

Katie Shares Forecast Goodness

Sunny Saturday perfect for Memorial Day weekend activities

Sunny Saturday perfect for Memorial Day weekend activities Saturday will have high temperatures around 80 degrees; it's set to get warmer throughout the weekend and into the week. Hide Transcript Show Transcript WEEKEND PLANS ARE, IT LOOKS LIKE IT'S PRETTY NICE WEATHER. YOU KNOW, YOU MENTIONED EARLIER, NO CHOP ON THE WATER DUE TO THE WIND.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.