Kansas City Link Field: Racist Highway Redux & Flying Palace Debate

Once again for Tuesday we're inspired by the talents of biz lady & insta celeb hottie Lindsey as we check pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Cowtown Legal Cannabis Heal Check

Timeless partners with inspiring locals for another year for Kansas Citians to 'Shred for the Cure'

Timeless is partnering with local brain cancer survivor DJ Stewart and local artist John F. Malta for their third annual 'Shred for the Cure'.


Newsflash: Paywall Seyz Nice Places Are Popular

Prairie Village, Mission Hills rank on '10 hottest neighborhoods' list - Kansas City Business Journal

Prairie Village and Mission Hills rank among Redfin's hottest 2025 neighborhoods, with high listing views and competitive home sales in Kansas City.


Locals Toy With White House Power

Kansas City store stockpiles toys despite 90-day tariff pause

Kansas City business owners said the move to lower tariffs with China does not help them plan for future sales later this year.


Local Cinematic Collab

Kansas City's film scene is the nation's rising star as productions follow the incentives

Missouri's "Show MO Act" and Kansas City's own incentivization efforts are paying off in major ways for the burgeoning local film industry.


Racist Highway Redux

Repairing what Highway 71 destroyed

Bruce R. Watkins Drive took three decades to build, and resulted in the destruction of 2,000 homes and the displacement of thousands of Black residents. Kansas City officials and longtime residents hope a new federal grant can reconnect the neighborhoods torn apart by Highway 71, but mending old wounds won't be easy.


Latest Diva Fashion Statement

Lindey Pelas Unzipping Swimsuit Shows Her 'Great Collection'

Lindsey Pelas is stunning outdoors in her unzipped swimsuit as she opens a gallery of photos and shows her "great collection."


Conservative Talkers Condemn Flying Palace For MAGA

'It's a bribe': MAGA media stars bash Trump's reported Qatar plane gift | CNN Business

Some of Trump's staunchest supporters are among the loudest critics of his plan to accept a jet from Doha for use as Air Force One.


Progressive Crackdown On Youth Movement

DNC panel votes to void David Hogg's election to Democratic vice chair

Hogg, a survivor of the 2018 mass shooting at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., was elected vice chair in February but has drawn criticism from some Democrats over his plans ...


White House Claps Back Against Critics

Trump Denounces Reporter for Implying Qatari Plane Is 'Personal Gift'

President Trump chided an ABC News reporter due to the framing of her question about a Boeing 747 airplane that Qatar is gifting the DOD.


Democrat Housing Switcheroo

California Gov. Gavin Newsom tells cities to ban homeless encampments

The governor released a model ordinance he wants cities to pass. It's a lot like San Diego's.


Faith-Based Unwelcome Wagon

Episcopal church says it won't help resettle white South Africans granted refugee status

Church refuses White House directive, citing longstanding 'commitment to racial justice and reconciliation'


Tech Talker Trouble Alleged

Anti-Trump streamer Hasan Piker was detained by CBP at airport: "Insane"

Hasan Piker, an influential left-wing streamer, said he was detained and questioned at length by U.S. Customs and Border Protection over the weekend.


Holy Land Singer Confronts Critics

Yuval Raphael: Israel's Eurovision entry says she has practised being booed

Yuval Raphael, who survived the 7 October attack, says performing her ballad New Day Will Rise is a "personal win".


Eastern Europe Conversation Cont'd

Trump's offer to join Russia-Ukraine peace talks triggers flurry of diplomacy

After Trump's offer, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the "way forward for a ceasefire" in Ukraine with European counterparts.


Far East Popularity Contest

Rodrigo Duterte wins Philippines mayoral election from ICC detention in The Hague | CNN

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was almost certain to be elected mayor of his home city by a landslide on Monday, unimpeded by his detention at the International Criminal Court on charges of murder as a crime against humanity.


Deets On Diddler Drama

Diddy Trial: Male Escort Gives Graphic Testimony About Sexual Encounters With Sean Combs and Cassie, Says He Witnessed Beatings

Male escort Daniel Phillip testified at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial, detailing the sexual encounters he had with Cassie and Combs, plus alleged abuse.


Home Team Triumph Postscript

Royals fend off Astros comeback, win 7-5

Big day for Massey


Local Game On

Kansas City Chiefs single-game tickets to go on-sale this week

Kansas City Chiefs single-game tickets will be available for purchase starting at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 15.


Good Life For Good Doggies Redux

Leawood Dog Park reopens May 15

"We promise you and your furry pal will love the 'pupgrades.'"


Golden Ghetto Carbs Debut

Slow Rise Doughnuts to Open Permanent Location in Overland Park - IN Kansas City Magazine

Slow Rise, the pop-up doughnut shop known for its filled sourdough confections, has found a permanent location in Overland Park. On May 1, founder Jessica Dunkel signed a lease at 11228 West 135th Street. She hopes to open the brick-and-mortar Slow Rise this fall. In addition to doughnuts, the location will have beverages, seating, and...


Summer Sneak Peak In Springtime

Kansas City weather: Near-record heat midweek before rain chances return

Kansas City is in for sunshine and above-normal temperatures this week, with highs nearing 90 degrees Wednesday. Rain and storm chances return this weekend.

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