Kansas City D-Day: Head Check-In Amid World War Again

This morning model, actress, former angel and hottie Alessandra inspires our peek at pop culture, community news and top headlines.

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Sentimental Recollections Ahead Of WWIII

D-Day, 80 years later: World War II veteran in Shawnee shares her story

Ceremonies are planned across the country and even on the beaches of Normandy, France, tomorrow, commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Tech Promises After Haxxorz Attack

City auditor's office announces plans to publish interactive dashboard to improve transparency

The City Auditor's Office announced plans to publish an interactive dashboard showcasing departments' progress toward implementing audit recommendations across city operations.

High Hopes Down By River

Kansas City's Rock Island Railroad Bridge to debut as entertainment venue this summer

The past railroad bridge, Rock Island Bridge, will open by labor day as an entertainment district for events, dining, and hiking.

Historic Celebration Cont'd

Juneteenth celebrations happening throughout the Kansas City metro

Juneteenth celebrations happening around Kansas City.

Local Head Check

Kansas City-area senior care expert talks mental health challenges, isolation in elderly population

Kara Sjoberg runs Right at Home, a home care service for senior citizens. The company has been operating for more than a decade, and the work has taught her a lot about senior mental health.

Super Model Stays Winning

Alessandra Ambrosio poses NUDE for Vogue Portugal cover

Brazilian supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio stripped down for the cover of Vogue Portugal's June issue dubbed 'From Portugal With Love.'

Progressive Push Back From White House Loyalists

Dems Brutally Shred Shady Wall Street Journal Hit Piece on Biden's Age

After a new report that dubiously hyped President Biden's age infuriated Democrats, we talked to a leading media critic about the deep problems with the press this saga exposes.

MAGA Needs Deuce

Trump campaign sends vetting paperwork to possible 2024 VPs - here are the notable names

The Trump campaign has begun vetting vice presidential contenders for the former president - and several notable names are on his short-list, The Post has learned.

GOP Doubts Science?!?

Republicans ramp up attacks on Fauci

House Republicans say they aren't finished with Anthony Fauci. Emboldened by newly uncovered emails showing attempts by top aides to evade public record laws and lingering anger over coronavirus mitigation efforts, Republicans say they want to bring criminal charges against the nation's former top infectious diseases official.

Political Spy Games Debated

Scott Ritter Claims State Department Seized His Passport

State of the Union: If true, the story indicates an unprecedented attack on a citizen's freedom of movement.

Holy Land Tech Fight

Israel reportedly used fake social media accounts to influence US lawmakers

A covert influence campaign disrupted by Meta and OpenAI was reportedly organized and funded by the Israeli government, according to The New York Times.

More Threats Amid War In Europe

Putin warns Germany that use of its weapons by Ukraine to strike Russia will mark 'dangerous step'

Putin also says nothing will change in terms of Russia-U.S. relations regardless of whether Joe Biden or Donald Trump wins the American presidential election in November

Far East Fight Ahead

China ramps up tensions around Taiwan

China continues to pile on economic, military and political pressure as Taiwan's new administration settles in.

Greatest Generation Last Stand

World leaders, veterans, commemorate D-Day's 80th anniversary in Normandy

Veterans and world leaders meet in Normandy on Thursday to mark the 80th anniversary of the June 6, 1944 D-Day landings, when more than 150,000 Allied soldiers arrived in France by sea and air to drive out the forces of Nazi Germany.

Tell Ur Wife To Calm Down

Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon Say They're "Moving Fast and Furious" on 'Big Little Lies' Season 3

Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon teased the status of 'Big Little Lies' season three and shared that author Liane Moriarty is delivering a book.

Today's Old School Rules

Seniors in nursing homes should have sex if they want to, researchers say

Age is just a number, and these experts have developed new training that aims to minimize the stigma that surrounds older people and sex.

Float Party Report

Kawsmouth River Carnival to Set Sail | Northeast News

Emily WheelerEditorial Intern The first annual Kawsmouth River Carnival will sail along the Missouri River June 8 at 3 p.m. Hosted by the Lucid Illusion Collective in partnership with Healthy...

Toy Train Sells Fancy Suits?!?

'I was so wrong': Main Street shop says KC Streetcar brought more business than expected

KC Streetcar construction continues down Main Street all the way to UMKC in Brookside. Some businesses are fatigued over the noise and traffic, but one local shop is now reaping the benefits.

Pupper Legacy Honored

Wayside Waifs celebrates 80 years of helping animals in Kansas City

The nonprofit animal shelter has been in the same location since its founding in 1944

Another Vote Worth Rigging

You can now vote your Royals into the All-Star Game!

Royals fans, you know what to do.

Forecast For Now

FIRST WARN FORECAST: Enjoyable summer weather ahead, a chance for rain this weekend

We have caught a wave of very enjoyable early summer weather, which we will continue to enjoy for much the rest of the week.

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