Kansas City Mosiac & More: Kelce Fashions & MAGA Big Bill Winning For Now

This morning we're inspired to keep going by the ageless Jlo as we take another peek at pop culture, community reporting and to headlines.

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Hyping Small Biz Buy-In

KC2026 ramps up efforts to educate business owners ahead of FIFA World Cup 26

FIFA World Cup 26 arrives in Kansas City in less than 13 months, but the push to get businesses in the region ready is well underway, including an Olathe Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Wednesday.

Newsflash: It Collapsed Years Ago

Why Kansas-Missouri economic 'border war' truce could collapse by August

The KC economic "border war" ceasefire could collapse after MO lawmakers didn't pass an extension. Kansas & Missouri are fighting over Chiefs & Royals stadiums.

Show-Me Tribute

Missourians honor former Gov. and US Sen. Kit Bond's legacy at state Capitol

Hundreds gathered at the Missouri Capitol to honor former Gov. and U.S. Sen. Kit Bond, remembered for shaping Kansas City and Missouri through decades of public service.

Kegger Exposed?!?

New Photo of Shirtless Travis Kelce Has Fans in Disbelief

A new photo of a shirtless Travis Kelce had fans talking in the comments section.

Retro Traditions Cont'd

New Owner, Fresh Look, Classic Menu for Iconic Harold's Drive-In - Northeast News

Dorri Partain Managing Editor From hot, crispy fries to cold, creamy shakes and sundaes, the new menu at Harold's Drive-In (1337 Admiral Blvd.) offers a nostalgic taste of the past - in more ways than one.

Meta Legal Probs For Diva

Jennifer Lopez sued for posting paparazzi photos of herself

A photographer and picture agency are seeking up to $150,000 (£112,000) damages each per photo.

MAGA Moves Forward

Mike Johnson, Donald Trump get 'big, 'beautiful' win as budget passes House

The House of Representatives passed a massive piece of legislation advancing President Donald Trump's agenda via the budget reconciliation process on Thursday morning.

Big Agra Against RFK

RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' report worries farmers, Republicans ahead of release

A much-anticipated White House report about childhood diseases has provoked a tug-of-war that's pitted farmers and some prominent Republican lawmakers against health secretary Robert F.

No Backing Down From EPIC Break Time

Gay Senate Staffer Caught Fornicating In Hearing Room Reveals No Regrets In Tell-All Interview

Aidan Maese-Czeropski, the gay staffer whose leaked sex tape in the Capitol building made headlines, shared the rest of the story with New York Magazine.

Rising Sun Tough Crowd Pushes Back

How a joke about rice cost a Japan cabinet minister his job

Soaring rice prices are a powerful trigger in Japan, where shortages have caused political upsets before.

Wartime Tragedy Hits Home

Two Israeli embassy staff shot dead near Washington DC Jewish museum

Police said a suspect was in custody after the shooting near the Capital Jewish Museum

Vlad Tech Called Out

UK exposes Russian cyber campaign targeting support for Ukraine

A joint investigation by the UK and allies found Russian hackers in the systems of logistics organisations.

Rocketman Loses Latest

Kim Jong Un Fumes After Warship Launch Goes Spectacularly Wrong

The 5,000-ton destroyer's hull was crushed when it twisted during launch in North Korea.

Report: Old School Revival 

I'm 70 and having the best sex after leaving my husband of 34 years

Tina Pemberton, from London, said she's living like a teenager again. The grandmother-of-three has been swiping right, dating and even spicing up her sex life.

Salvy Slams Stay Winning

Bullpen buttressed by belligerent batting, boys in blue beat bay behemoths 8-2

The Royals gave Logan Webb his worst outing of the season.

Legendary Local Conversation

Gates BBQ: A Kansas City treasure celebrating nearly 80 years of flavor and resilience

For nearly eight decades, Gates BBQ has been a beloved fixture in the barbecue scene in Kansas City and beyond.

Forecast For Now . . . 

One last day of sun before weekend storms

This will be the last day we have full sunshine and temperatures around 70° until next week. Enjoy! We see our next storm system move in on Friday, bringing rain, storms, and low severe weather risks through Monday.

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