Kansas City News Layout: Fighting Around The World Amid Labors Of Love

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Organizing Local Tribute

Kansas City woman hosts 9/11 stair climb at Arrowhead

A Missouri woman is hoping to gather hundreds of people at one of Kansas City's biggest landmarks to honor the lives lost during 9/11.

Home Team Takes L

Royals nearly no-hit, battle back, but lose walk-off 3-2 to Astros

The offense didn't exactly pick up the slack.

Selling Off The Dotte

'Burden' or 'benefit'? KCK Mayor Garner floats selling the BPU to address cost concerns

Selling the public utility is one option the mayor wants city and county leaders to explore, along with dissolving its six-member governing body.

Counting Festival Season Cash

SantaCaliGon fest drives Independence economy with millions in revenue

While it's tons of festival fun, it's also a huge economic driver for the city. The Independence Chamber of Commerce says the event generates 6-7 million in revenue annually.

Local Commitment After Tragedy

Friends of Shaun Brady react to his death as they prepare for Irish Fest

An Irish Fest Friday was somber for friends of Shaun Brady, a beloved Kansas City chef murdered Wednesday evening.

Show-Me Support For Troops

'We owe it to our veterans': New Missouri law aims to strengthen military community - Missourinet

"A long time coming" is how Missouri Veterans Commission Executive Director Paul Kirchoff describes a new state law to help strengthen the state's military community. The plan, which became law this week, is designed to combat veteran suicides. It requires the Missouri Veterans Commission to work with the Department of Mental Health to find additional [...]

Rock Chalk Postscript

Photos: KU football destroys Lindenwood in 48-3 season opener at Children's Mercy

Photo by Tarik Sykes The University of Kansas' football team scored 27 second-quarter points en route to a 48-3 victory against Lindenwood in its season opener at Children's Mercy Park on Thursday night. A crowd of 21,000 saw Kansas amass 523 yards total offense, holding Lindenwood to 202.

Legend Shares Workout Pose

Candice Swanepoel in Workout Gear Does Downward Dog

Candice Swanepoel is a very successful model. She is best known for her time as a Victoria's Secret Angel. She has also modeled for Chanel.

Political Inspiration

Political opponents Harris and Vance show Americans modern, interfaith marriages

Americans are three times more likely to be in interfaith relationships today than in the 1960s. So it's no surprise you'll find two - in opposing parties - at the top of the presidential ticket.

MAGA Makes Campaign Deal

How the Trump-Kennedy partnership can serve as a new political blueprint

Former President Donald Trump and independent presidential candidate Robert Kennedy Jr. have joined forces in a "Unity Party" to narrow their differences and work towards national unity...

MAGA Showdown Aftermath

Raskin asks Army for incident report, briefing on Trump's Arlington cemetery incident

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) asked the U.S. Army in a letter Friday for a full report and a briefing on former President Trump's visit to Arlington cemetery, after reports of a confrontation between his staff and cemetery officials surfaced. Raskin, the ranking member on the House Oversight Commitee, sent the letter, obtained by The Hill,...

Middle-East Fight Cont'd

7 U.S. troops hurt in Iraq raid targeting Islamic State group militants that killed 15

The U.S. military and Iraq launched a joint raid targeting suspected Islamic State group militants that killed at least 15 people and saw seven U.S. troops hurt, officials said.

Vlad Fights Back

Russia pushes on key Ukraine city of Pokrovsk while Kyiv's Kursk incursion slows

Russia is poised to assault Pokrovsk, a crucial supply and reinforcement hub for Ukraine's frontline troops.

Holy Land Arguments Abound

Israeli leaders' shouting match exposes sharp divides over Gaza deal

The confrontation again exposed the political rift and personal animosity between the Israeli prime minister and his defense minister.

Retro Rage Documented

Oasis are back. So why all the hatred?

The Britpop band's long-awaited reunion is a sellout but has provoked a backlash. Maybe they (and their fans) are the wrong kind of working class

Tell Ur Mum To Call TKC!!!

So How Do I Have Phone Sex?

Are you interested in having phone sex but don't know where to start? Here are some practical tips on how to get in the mood, what to say, and how to have fun with it.

Fight Against History

Arrowheadlines: History is a reason the Chiefs may not three-peat

Chiefs headlines for Saturday, August 31

Home Team Opportunity

These are your final chances to catch KC Royals' bid for first playoff berth in 9 years

With only 12 home games left, time is running out to see the Royals at Kauffman Stadium this season. Here's everything you need to know.

Cash For Rock Chalk Crossing

Kansas secures $62.6 million to replace 18th Street bridge in Kansas City, Kansas * Kansas Reflector

A federal infrastructure law delivers $62 million to replace the 18th Street Bridge in KCK that daily carries 33,000 vehicles over the Kansas River.

Show-Me Literary Foliage

New forest supervisor wants you to fall in love with Missouri's Mark Twain National Forest

Vince Keeler was appointed forest supervisor of the Mark Twain National Forest in July. The forest spans 1.5 million acres across central and southern Missouri.

Forecast For Now . . . 

Cooler, dry weather ahead for Kansas City

As we wind down the day, you might notice some spotty sprinkles or showers, but the sky will slowly clear as we move into the night.

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