Kansas City Peace Sign: Foodie Trends, Election Arguing & Fog Of War

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Foodie Winning List Exposed

Here are the seven KC restaurants nominated for the James Beard Awards

The James Beard awards announced their 2024 nominees and KC is well represented with seven chefs and restaurants nominated.

Traitors In Our Midst

From Charm City to Kansas City: Ravens fans find their nest at Waldo bar

Every game day you can find a sea of purple chanting and cheering at Lew's Bar and Grill in Waldo.

Golden Ghetto Changes Underway

Overland Park leaders looking for public input on reshaping busy intersection

Municipal leaders in Overland Park are beginning to consider some changes to the area of College Boulevard and Metcalf Avenue.

Soccer Turnabout Explained

Why Sporting KC hired and then un-hired Gavin Wilkinson

Kansas City first announced Gavin Wilkinson as sporting director earlier this month, leading to a quick outcry from fans. Wilkinson was fired from a previous job as a women's soccer team president after multiple misconduct investigations, including his handling of sexual harassment allegations.

Low Turnout Discussion

How does the sales tax proposal for the Chiefs and Royals compare to other teams?

KSHB 41 News explores how the deal the Chiefs and Royals are asking voters to approve compares to public financing in place for other professional sports stadium projects.

Old School Departure By Wrecking Ball

KC will consider $17.5M demolition contract for former airport terminals - Kansas City Business Journal

A Kansas City committee this week is scheduled to consider a $17.5 million demolition contract for KCI's former Terminals B and C, which were vacated in February 2023 with completion of the airport's $1.5 billion terminal modernization project.

Nobody Was Interested In Natural History Angle

Could new exhibit backed by Patrick Mahomes revive failing Johnson County development?

Officials hope the attraction can bring in tourists and breathe new life into the mega development that defaulted on bonds from a controversial Kanas incentive program.

Unions Support Prez

UAW expected to endorse Biden as he prepares to fight Trump for union workers | CNN Politics

The United Auto Workers union is expected to endorse President Biden, according to a source familiar and a Michigan Democratic official familiar with the decision - support that could help boost the president with blue-collar and union workers, as well as in the key battleground state of Michigan.

Follow MAGA Leader?!?

Trump 'honored' by New Hampshire win, says Republican Party is 'very united'

EXCLUSIVE: Former President Trump said he is "very honored" by his New Hampshire primary win Tuesday night, telling Fox News Digital that the Republican Party is "very united" behind his candidacy and "looking forward to going against the worst president in the history of our country."

Delusions Of The New Deuce

Nikki Haley Says She's Only Just Begun to Fight, But She Is Wrong

New Hampshire was her best chance, and Donald Trump won it handily.

March Of The RINOs

Top GOP senators offer Trump the softest of support - and a warning

John Thune, the No. 2 leader, and leadership counselor Thom Tillis both urged the former president to do more work with independent voters.

Eastern European Carnage Cont'd

Russian transport plane crashes near Ukraine with 65 Ukrainian POWs on board

A Russian military transport plane carrying 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war, six crew and three people accompanying them has crashed in Russia's Belgorod region near Ukraine.

No Compromise Amid Holy Land War

Hamas rejects Israeli two-month cease-fire proposal, prisoner swap over demand for leadership's end

The Israeli government and Hamas leaders are unable to negotiate the details of a long-term cease-fire, making a mutually desired exchange of prisoners impossible.

Far East Doubted

China doesn't have the military power to successfully invade Taiwan, the majority of 52 US experts said in a survey

Most of the 52 American experts believed that the US would intervene if China invaded, with 96% saying Washington would step in.

Funny Man Comeback

Jon Stewart to return to 'The Daily Show' as a host and executive producer | CNN

Jon Stewart is heading back to "The Daily Show."

Nobody Boinking

US single people under 50 having less sex since Roe overturned, study finds

Annual study from Match Group of 5,000 single people finds shift in behavior since supreme court ruling on abortion

Hipsters Report Foodie Climax

Dish & Drink KC: Restaurant Week recap at Thai Zappz and Louie's Wine Dive

Kee Mow (drunken noodles) at Thai Zappz. // Photo by Lauren Textor Vivid flavors at Thai Zappz Last week, I feasted on the offerings from businesses participating in this year's Restaurant Week. After scanning menus online, my friend Sara and I decided on Thai Zappz for lunch.

Latest Injury Report

Five Chiefs Missing Wednesday Practice Ahead of AFCCG

Ahead of the AFC Championship Game, the KC Chiefs are expected to be without RB Isiah Pacheco, LG Joe Thuney and others for Wednesday's practice.

Local Boozy Alternatives Emerge

KC-based marketing firm works to grow nonalcoholic brands, options past Dry January

There is one week left of Dry January. If you participated - and want to continue on a nonalcoholic journey - two KC women are working to grow your options.

Takeout Trends Cont'd

Bo Lings owners adapt to lifestyle trends with new fast casual concept in River Market

A new City Market dining option from the couple behind the Bo Lings restaurant chain is serving up fast casual Chinese dishes with authentic flavors and familiar tastes, said Richard Ng. "It's a new concept, and we hope it takes off," said Ng.

Kansas City Weather OR Not 

FORECAST: FIRST WARN Wednesday due to dense fog, showers across the metro

A First Warn is in place this morning due to drizzle and dense fog until 12 this afternoon with temperatures in the middle 30s to lower 40s.

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