Kansas City Overview: Political Theater Whilst World At War

We're not REALLY going to get into it right now because, hopefully, we'll be back sometime before the crack of noon.

Still . . . For our most loyal late night & early morning readers we share this quick peek at what we're reading by way of pop culture, community news and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Local Doc Prescribes Chill

University Health doctor says Americans sleeping less, more stressed

New national poll reveals Americans are sleeping less and that means they are feeling more stressed.

South Side According To Smartest Guy In Room

City Manager Brian Platt explains KC's largest budget ever at south KC meeting

The new budget increases KCPD funding by $32.7 million and provides funds for a salary raise for all officers. "I think that the higher starting salary will help some people apply that were maybe on the fence."

Historic Housing In The Dotte

See inside historic YMCA in KCK transformed into apartments for older Kansas Citians

The owner of the nearly 100-year-old building, which was saved from the wrecking ball in 2019, expects residents to begin moving in next month.

Spring Forward To Movie Time

Film Office in Kansas City, Missouri, says major productions coming to town

Thursday was the kickoff of KC FilmFest International, a chance for local film buffs to see new projects.

Local Dads Man Up

Kansas City 'Dad Doula Bootcamp' empowers fathers to advocate for their pregnant partners of color

The Kansas City nonprofit Fathers Assisting Mothers is working to address the maternal mortality crisis that hits hardest among Black women by enlisting expectant fathers to advocate for partners of color throughout pregnancy.

Longtime Diva Fashions Latest Look

Miley Cyrus models a sheer black dress

The Wrecking Ball singer also showed off her many tattoos in pictures taken by Mert Atlas, a fashion photographer. Cyrus, 31, also provided the soundtrack for the campaign.

More Deets On Tall Tales Of Prez

'Lost for words': Joe Biden's tale about cannibals bemuses Papua New Guinea residents

President's suggestion that his 'Uncle Bosie' was eaten by cannibals harms US efforts to build Pacific ties, say local experts

GOP Infighting Cont'd

Mike Johnson pulls his punches on motion to vacate

Multiple House Republicans were surprised Johnson said he lacked the votes to change how many members it takes to bring up such a motion.

Holy Land Strikes Back

Israeli missile hits Iran, U.S. officials confirm

Israel launched at least one missile strike at Iran early Friday morning, U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News, in apparent retaliation for last weekend's drone and missile attack​.

Eastern Europe Violence Begets More Violence

Man arrested in Poland over alleged Russia plot to kill Zelensky

Prosecutors say the man was tasked with getting information on an airport used by Ukraine's leader.

Second Guessing Auteur

Quentin Tarantino's 10-Movie Retirement Plan Has Some Flaws

With Tarantino abandoning 'The Movie Critic,' it's time to take another look at his whole 10th-and-final movie plan.

Guide To Golden Ghetto Hangout

Talk of the Town

Recently I had lunch at Talk of the Town on 135th Street in Overland Park, Kansas.

Taste World In Westport

Westport's Second International Food Week is Here

Thanks to an influx of new restaurants, Westport's historic downtown hub is now home to one of the most walkable and diverse dining scenes in KC. This week, you have an excuse to indulge in it. Westport's second International Food Week is in full swing and will last until April 21.

Forecast For Tonight . . . 

Cool and dry conditions to close out the work week

Conditions in Kansas City will settle into cool and dry patterns starting Thursday evening and lasting into the weekend.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.