Kansas City News Look: Local Crossings & MAGA Indictment Aftermath

Right now we celebrate social media biz lady & fashionista Joy with her new looks as we also take a peek at pop culture, community news and top headlines.

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Kansas City Cash Connection Down By The River

Port KC receives $2M grant to begin eliminating out-of-date rail crossings at Berkley Riverfront

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver II announced Thursday the Port Authority of Kansas City has been awarded a $2 million grant from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act's new Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program.

Building Up East Side

'Transformative development' planned for 6th & Prospect

By Michael Bushnell, Publisher A new mixed-use development is planned for the property that was occupied by S&S Meat Company for many years on the east side of Prospect Avenue between 6th and 7th streets.

Dead-Tree Soft Serve

Time to vote for Kansas City's favorite ice cream - and see all our reader nominations

We asked, you answered: A whopping 113 readers responded to our calls for reader nominations in the newspaper and on social media for your favorite ice cream spot in Kansas City. You nominated scoop shops and custard makers all around the metro - and five locations made our final showdown for the title of Kansas City's favorite ice cream.

Reporting Healthcare Buzz

The Beehive KC setting an example for centralized community care

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Friday, the Beehive KC plans to officially open up at 750 Paseo Boulevard in Kansas City, Missouri, offering a relatively rare place where people who need help can find it in one central location. It's the most recent use for the second story of the building that the Downtown Council of Kansas City owns.

Get Ur Buns Here . . . 

Tickets for Negro Leagues Baseball Museum's 'Hot Dog Festival' go on sale Friday

Hide Transcript Show Transcript ONLY $10. LET'S GO. MUCH BETTER. THE LINEUP IS JUST OUT FOR THIS YEAR'S HOT DOG FESTIVAL ORGANIZED BY THE -- LEAGUES BASEBALL MUSEUM, THE 90S R&B GROUP DRU HILL WILL HEADLINE THE AUGUST 5TH SHOW. THIS IS VIDEO FROM LAST YEAR'S CELEBRATION IN THE 18TH AND VINE DISTRICT.

Ode To Joy . . . 

Joy Corrigan flaunts her body on the runway during Paraiso Swim Week

Joy Corrigan stole the show as she hit the runway for OneOne during Paraiso Swim Week in Miami, Florida on Thursday. The model, 28 - who arrived in The Sunshine State earlier this week - flaunted her svelte figure in four sexy suits from the swimwear line.

Prez Persists

Biden set to project a business-as-usual attitude after Trump indictment | CNN Politics

The last time former President Donald Trump was indicted, his successor left the White House the next day intent on going about his schedule without wading into the matter.

MAGA Talks Future Of Republic

EXCLUSIVE: Trump says indictment is 'election interference at the highest level'

EXCLUSIVE: Former President Trump said his federal indictment is "election interference at the highest level," telling Fox News Digital that the Biden administration is "the most corrupt" in history. During an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital Thursday night, Trump said the case is "election interference" and "the greatest witch hunt of all time."

2nd Place Speaks Out

DeSantis sets rivalry aside: 'Why so zealous in pursuing Trump?'

It was a remarkable statement from the second-place GOP candidate, who is considered the most viable alternative to Trump but has grappled with how to challenge the ex-president without alienating his most fervent supporters. And it showed in clear terms the limits of how much DeSantis will take Trump on.

Conservatives Question Motives

GOP sees conflict of interest in Trump indictment

Republican senators, including members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, are warning the indictment brought by the Department of Justice against former President Donald Trump raises serious conflict-of-interest issues for Attorney General Merrick Garland. The senators, who mostly spoke to The Hill in the hours before Trump himself broke the news of his indictment, cited Trump's status as the leading...

SCOTUS Rules Against GOP Gerrymandering

Supreme Court rules Alabama's congressional map discriminates against Black voters

The Supreme Court struck down Republican-drawn congressional districts in Alabama that civil rights activists say discriminated against Black voters. The ruling was a surprising departure from opinions over the past decade narrowing the scope of the Voting Rights Act. Geoff Bennett discussed the significance of the ruling with NewsHour Supreme Court analyst Marcia Coyle and David Wasserman.

Cloud Of Concern Cont'd

Another day of unhealthy air is forecast due to Canada wildfire smoke

Unhealthy air in parts of the United States was forecast for another day Friday as smoke from Canada wildfires continued to be brought south by winds, but some improvement has been seen. New York City had been blanketed by an eerie orange haze that began Tuesday when smoke from wildfires in Canada was carried south.

Oil Crown Flexes On US

Saudi crown prince threatened 'major' economic pain on U.S. amid oil feud

Last fall, President Biden vowed to impose "consequences" on Saudi Arabia for its decision to slash oil production amid high energy prices and fast-approaching elections in the United States. In public, the Saudi government defended its actions politely via diplomatic statements.

Rising Tide Of European War

Mines, disease and more: The dangers lurking in Ukraine's floodwaters

Erik Tollefsen, head of the Weapon Contamination Unit at the International Committee of the Red Cross, echoed this warning. "In the past we knew where the hazards were. Now we don't know. All we know is that they are somewhere downstream," he told Reuters Thursday.

South Of Border Nacro War Escalates

Mexico investigates army personnel seen on video appearing to beat and kill suspected cartel members | CNN

An investigation has been launched into what Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has described as an "execution," after a video circulating on local media appeared to show Mexican army personnel dragging men in civilian clothing out of a car, beating them, and then engaging in a shootout.

Hottie Shares EPIC Threat

Zion Williamson: P*rn star alleges he 'better pray I'm not pregnant'

Zion Williamson and his girlfriend Ahkeema announced they were having a child together on Tuesday - and the response was probably not what they hoped for. On Wednesday, Williamson was called out by p*rn star Moriah Mills on Twitter - as she claimed in a slew of tweets that she was with the Pelicans star last week and he was going to move her to New Orleans.

About This Weekend

Weekend Possibilities | KC Pride Fest, Luke Combs and Christmas Con

Break out the sunscreen, summertime activities are officially on across the Kansas City area. Mid-June means KC Pride Fest, country music at Arrowhead Stadium and a movie night under the stars. 2 - 8 p.m. Counting the days until cooler weather?

South Side Party Time!!!

Ruskin area hosts Ol' Skool Block Party this Saturday

Enjoy free food, music, community education, wellness checks by Walmart Health & Wellness and more thanks to support from the Kansas City Police Foundation and Walmart Members of the community are invited to attend the Ol' Skool Block Party hosted by the Kansas City Missouri Police Department's Community Engagement Division at Sycamore Park, located at 10800 Sycamore Terrace, from 12 - 3 p.m.

Local Cuisine With Comic Talent

Over burnt ends at Joe's Kansas City we dished all things Daily Show with comedian Roy Wood Jr.

Roy Wood Jr. has had a banner year. The comedian and long-time Daily Show correspondent has hosted the White House Correspondents' Dinner, embarked on a multi-city stand-up tour, and been floated as a frontrunner for replacing Daily Show host Trevor Noah after his departure. What Wood Jr. hasn't had is a burnt end-ever.

Cowboy Hats Inside The Loop

Miller Lite's Hot Country Nights Returns this summer 2023 to KCPL

Miller Lite's Hot Country Nights is returning to Kansas City's Power and Light District this summer.Happening every Thursday at KC Live!, this concert series features a long list of country music's top current stars who will be performing.Almost all of the shows are free, with only a handful of exceptions where purchasing tickets is required.

Weekend Weather Change Up

FORECAST: Mainly dry conditions expected Friday

High pressure will gradually slide in from the north, which will keep us dry and cooler tonight. A few showers and an isolated thunderstorm might try to slide on by our southwestern counties in Kansas. Otherwise, expect partly cloudy and quiet weather for the rest of the night.

The Weeknd, Madonna, Playboi Carti - Popular is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.