Kansas City Link Pool: Cleanup, Tech Threats & MAGA Against FBI

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Locals Grind Against Big Pharma

400 lbs. of prescription drugs collected around the metro during Crush the Crisis

Around 400 lbs. of unused prescription medication was collected from hospitals around the Kansas City metro in an effort to curb the ongoing opioid crisis.


Golden Ghetto Gets Out Vote

More than 100,000 people have early voted in Johnson County, Kan., so far

More than 100,000 people have voted early in Johnson County, Kansas - including nearly 30,000 on Friday and Saturday.


Building The Dotte Delayed

A Kansas City, Kansas, nonprofit wants to build new affordable housing. What's the hold up?

The nonprofit Community Housing of Wyandotte County has plans to build a 24-unit complex in Rosedale, with rents lower than the area has seen in years. But development got stalled after some neighbors raised concerns about parking and traffic problems.


More Deets On Utility Spike

'I can't turn back the clock': UG County Administrator stands behind directive to remove PILOT fee by Oct. 1

The WyCo Administrator says he's not apologizing for attempting to follow the county's charter ordinance after directing the Board of Public Utilities to remove the PILOT fee from bills on October 1.


Cowtown Sneak Peek

'Good news!' KC area movie theatres offer early release screenings of Wicked

Wicked // Courtesy Universal Pictures Fans of Wicked who are eager to see the new film don't need a magic spell to get early access. Kansas City area B&B Theatres and AMC Theatres are offering early access screenings on November 20.


Diva Nearly Leaves Dogs Out

Brooks Nader goes braless at party after DWTS 'showmance' fizzled

Brooks Nader put on a very skimpy display while enjoying a night out in West Hollywood on Sunday. She left little to the imagination as she was seen exiting a Halloween bash with pals.


Prez Leaves His Mark

For Biden, a bittersweet moment as he casts a ballot he once wanted to be on | CNN Politics

When President Joe Biden enters a voting booth in Delaware on Monday to cast his early ballot for Vice President Kamala Harris, the moment will be bittersweet.


MAGA Vs. FBI Already

Trump advisers propose bypassing FBI background checks for appointees

Memo prepared by ex-president's team urges him to grant security clearances without government vetting if elected


Veep Rally Infuriates Music Lovers

Beyoncé fans furious singer did not perform at Kamala Harris' rally in Houston: 'Embarrassing and awkward'

Beyoncé fans are furious the singer did not perform at Kamala Harris' rally in Houston. "Embarrassing and awkward," they complained.


Election Lawsuit Confronts Tesla King

Philadelphia DA sues Elon Musk and his super PAC over $1M sweepstakes | CNN Politics

Philadelphia's district attorney asked a state judge on Monday to shut down tech billionaire Elon Musk's controversial $1 million giveaway to registered voters, calling it an "illegal lottery scheme."


Dead-Tree Protest Against Bezos

Second Washington Post writer quits over failure to back Kamala Harris

Columnist Michele Norris says paper's decision to withhold endorsement in US election was 'terrible mistake'


American Tech Threat Against Rocketman Fighters

No new limits on Ukraine's use of US weapons if N.Korea enters fight, Pentagon says

Ukraine would not see any new restrictions on the use of U.S. weapons against North Korean forces should they enter the fight against Ukrainian forces, the Pentagon said on Monday, as it estimated 10,000 North Korean troops had been deployed to eastern Russia for training.


Iran From Embargo?!?

Oil Slumps 5% as Israel Limits Iran Strike to Military Targets

(Bloomberg) -- Oil tumbled more than 5% at the start of the week after Israeli strikes against targets in Iran avoided the OPEC member's crude facilities, raising the prospect for easing hostilities in the region.Most Read from BloombergThe Tartarian CandidateBooming Cambridge Exposes England's Widening Wealth GapRobotaxis Are No Friend of Public TransportationA Courtyard Apartment Building Designed for Southwest SprawlArgentina Drug Trafficking Hotspot Sees Murders PlungeBrent traded below $73


Brit Tax Bump Offers American Economy Sneak Peek?!?

Tax rises needed to avert austerity, Starmer says

In a major speech ahead of Wednesday's Budget, Sir Keir Starmer will warn of "unprecedented" challenges.


Global Military Builds Up

Spain's PM launches India's first military aircraft plant - DW - 10/28/2024

On his visit to India, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez inaugurated India's first defense and aerospace manufacturing unit. Spain seeks to increase investment in the world's fifth-largest economy.


Too Late To Cancel Shaq

Fans slam Shaquille O'Neal's 'perverted' comments about WNBA star Angel Reese's 'little ass shorts'

"Shaq sexualizing Angel Reese when he's 30 years her senior and has kids older than her," wrote one X user alongside a GIF of Tiffany Haddish gagging.


Spooky Pop Star Publicity

Ariana Grande saw Satan there? Legend of Stull Cemetery in Kansas is dying a slow death

Generations of teens and young adults have sneaked into Stull Cemetery in Douglas County, Kansas, seeking a Halloween encounter with Satan. The urban legend became a headache for law enforcement and the nearby town.


Digging Up Past Across Bridge

Archaeologists discover eroded human remains at pioneer cemetery in Platte City

On Friday, a pair of archaeologists discovered the remains of Platte City, Missouri, pioneers inside the overgrown Jones-Bane Cemetery.


Witness Doggie-Style Journalism

She tracked her stolen dog to a KC animal shelter, but it won't give him back. She's suing

Courtney Baird spent weeks trying to locate her dog in a search across three states only to find him and be denied his return, new lawsuit claims


Carbs Down By River

A new bakery finds quaint Parkville home

The owner of WildflowerBaking Co., who has been baking out of her home, found a quaint Parkville home to turn into a bakery.


Autumn Dust Up Today

Strong wind gusts & high fire danger today

Today is a First Alert Weather Impact Day

Lenny Kravitz - Honey is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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