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Tonight we're inspired by heiress Gracie's goodness as we pool some of the worthwhile Kansas City info we're checking along with pop culture, community news and top headlines that are worth a peek during commercials.

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Face In The Crowd

Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones at Arrowhead Stadium, but not playing against the Lions

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is not playing in Thursday's season opener against the Detroit Lions. But he'll be at Arrowhead Stadium.

Bets Off

Travis Kelce injury shifts Lions vs. Chiefs odds; NFL, CFB big bets, sharp action

Patrick Everson spoke to oddsmakers about big bets and who the sharps like in a huge football weekend. Plus how Travis Kelce's injury shifted the NFL opening night spread significantlly.

Today's Smoke Show Postscript

'Red alert': Canadian wildfires send smoke all the way to Kansas City

Winds are bringing the smoke all the way down to Kansas City.

Tragic Supplies Discovered

Unloaded gun found in backpack of Excelsior Springs Middle School student

The Excelsior Springs School District says an unloaded gun was found in the backpack of a middle school student before classes started early Thursday morning.

Luxury Enclave Endures Stinky Underground Troubles

Leawood homeowners evacuated after two gas leaks in same day

Six homeowners had to be evacuated Wednesday after two gas leaks in Leawood, including one where a contractor damaged a natural gas line.

Public Safety Choices Confront Northland

Clay County 911 funding on November ballot

Clay County, Missouri, voters will decide if a $1 monthly 911 surcharge should be added to all 911-enabled devices on Nov. 7 election.

Autumn Jump Arrives

'World's biggest bounce house' returning to Kansas City area this fall

The Big Bounce America Tour, the largest touring bounce house event in the world, is heading back to the Kansas City area this fall.

Peek At Good Life Shared

Chiefs Heiress Gracie Hunt Wears Sexy Team 'Fit Before NFL Season Opener

Kansas City Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt threw on a sexy team outfit to celebrate the return of the NFL season.

White House Numbers Stay Losing

Democrats wake up to red flags over Biden's latest poll numbers

Democrats woke up Thursday to yet another poll showing a large percentage of voters are concerned about President Biden's age and data that showed most GOP primary candidates fared well in hypothetical match-ups with Biden. A CNN poll contained numerous red flags for Biden and Democrats.

MAGA Moves The Game

Trump may seek to transfer Georgia 2020 election charges to federal court

Former president's lawyer notifies judge in Fulton county that he 'may seek removal of his prosecution'

Former Prez Trump Team Leader Suffers Congressional Clap Back

Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro is convicted of contempt of Congress in Jan. 6 investigation

The trial has moved at a brisk pace, with opening statements and witness testimony taking just one day. The jury is expected to begin deliberating Thursday.

Defending 2nd Place No Fun

DeSantis rips heckler blaming him for Jacksonville shooting: 'That is such nonsense'

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis mixed it up with a heckler at an event Thursday and blasted the idea that everyone is entitled to their own "truth."

Secret Trial Underway?!?

After grand jurors were doxed, Georgia prosecutors want Trump trial jurors shielded

Prosecutors want the identities of future jurors in the Georgia election interference case to be shielded. That's after the grand jurors that indicted Donald Trump had their information posted online.

Nation Fears 5 Footer

'Terrified' family of woman killed by Pennsylvania prison escapee is under 24-hour police watch

The "terrified" loved ones of the woman killed by an escaped Pennsylvania convict are under 24-hour police protection while remaining "barricaded inside" their home, officials said Thursday.

Billionaire Tech Player In War Zone

Elon Musk ordered Starlink to be turned off during Ukraine offensive, book says

Biography alleges Musk told engineers to turn off communications network to hobble Ukraine drone attack on Russian warships

China Sits Out Meetup

Xi's not here: Who to watch, and why, at the G-20

The summit of many of the world's leading economies is expected to tackle an array of issues, including global food security - though some key players will be missing.

South Of Border Killer Suspect Captured

Man Arrested in Connection with Killing of 9 U.S. Citizens in 2019 Mexico Ambush

A man wanted in connection with a 2019 ambush that left nine American citizens dead in Mexico has been arrested in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Hollywood Hard Time Earned

Judge to sentence actor Danny Masterson to prison for two rapes

The star of That '70s Show will learn his punishment after victim impact statements are read in court.

Talk Show Cancelled?!?

Jimmy Fallon Apologizes to Staffers Following Report of Toxic Workplace Behavior: 'It's Embarrassing And I Feel So Bad'

Jimmy Fallon apologized to "Tonight Show" staffers Thursday afternoon following a Rolling Stone about his behavior at NBC's venerable late-night program over the years. "It&...

Come Take Whiff Of Cowtown

KC Candle Maker Creates Seasonal, Sassy Scents

Locally made Effing Candle Co. have just the candles to make our fall fantasies come true.

Autumn For Everybody

Fall into Festival Season: Kansas City businesses gear up for fall festivals

By Glen Vaughn-Petersen Fall is just around the corner, and many folks are preparing to celebrate with festivals as a result. Greek Fest One such festival is south Kansas City's largest attraction: the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church's 61st Annual Greek Festival held September 8th, 9th and 10th at 12001 Wornall Rd.

Tasty Good Deeds Shared

Chiefs L'Jarius Sneed teams up with Zarda Bar-B-Q, creates Kansas City-style sandwich to benefit local kids

"The KC Takeaway," a massive BBQ sandwich created by L'Jarius Sneed and Zarda Bar-B-Q, is back with part of the proceeds going to Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS).

Tribute To Baller Original

Chiefs Announce Plans to Honor Legacy of Norma Hunt

Club partners with NFL on Super Bowl Ticket Giveaway; Chiefs Players to wear jersey patch during 2023 season

Buzz On Weather Weekend . . .

Poor air quality ruins otherwise great football weather

Fortunately, Kansas City's cooler but warm weather is slated to continue

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.