Kansas City News Haze: Local Harsh Times & TACO Trade Mockery

Tonight we share more than a few things we'd like to mention and share by way of pop culture, community reporting and top headlines for our most dedicated late night & early morning readers.

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Firefighter Updates After Tragedy

Kansas City, Missouri, implements multiple safety changes following deadly Westport crash

KCFD and the city of Kansas City, Missouri, have implemented several safety measures in the years following a deadly crash in Westport that claimed the lives of three people.

Burnout In The Burbs

One person taken to hospital after Merriam house fire

Crews from Overland Park, Shawnee and Consolidated Fire Dist. #2 were call to the fire at 72nd and Antioch, just before 2:30 p.m.

The Dotte Pays For Data Future

Multibillion-dollar data center proposal makes its way to Kansas City, Kansas

The latest development proposal in KCK would sit about four miles north of the Kansas Speedway. The planning commission recommended rezoning several hundred acres for a data center.

Neighborhood Reclaim Cont'd

Westwood extends deadline to buy school after voters reject development

Westwood, Kansas voters rejected an office project in April after filing a lawsuit to force a public vote.

Economic Reality Confronts Summer Break Fun Times

Kansas City Worlds of Fun staff among swath of Six Flags layoffs after merger

Six Flags CEO Richard Zimmerman said earlier this month the company was reducing full-time staff by more than 10% across the company.

Junk TV Legacy Kept Tight

Baywatch's Donna D'Errico looks shockingly youthful in iconic swimsuit

Donna D'Errico proved that she's been keeping her famous figure up in a sizzling new post.

Trade War Confronts Supreme Judgement

Trump tariffs case could head to Supreme Court as soon as Friday

The White House appeal comes as a second court declares many of Trump's tariffs unlawful.

Dems Admit Moment Of Doubt

Rising Michigan Democrat says she was 'going to punch someone' over party's 'annoying' economic gaslighting

Sen. Elissa Slotkin called out Democrats for making voters feel "stupid" by constantly telling them the economy was fine under the Biden administration.

New Rules: G-Men Must Share Pride Privately

FBI Tells Employees No 'Pride' Activities On Company Time

Pride month celebrations at The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) office will not be permitted this June, leadership told agents and directors Thursday.

Tesla King Now Motivated To Take Part In Midterms?!?

Dem Rep. Subramanyam: Musk Likely Committed Crimes, Once in Power Dems Will Investigate

Representative Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) accused Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) of committing crime Thursday on MSNBC's "The Weeknight." | Clips

Political Small World After All

After Rubio seeks to revoke their visas, Chinese students say U.S. resembles the country they left

Chinese students say they're questioning their decision to study in the U.S. after Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the federal government will attempt to "aggressively" revoke their visas.

Holy Land Deal Delayed Again

Hamas official says it rejects new US Gaza ceasefire plan backed by Israel

The US says Israel has "signed off" on envoy Steve Witkoff's plan and that it is waiting for a formal response from Hamas.

Vlad Shows No Mercy Against Ukraine

Ukraine awaits Russia's truce terms, talks 'barely' alive - DW - 05/30/2025

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Russia was engaging in "yet another deception" by failing to present its peace settlement proposal ahead of a potential meeting between the two sides.

Reheating Global Warming Fear

Swiss glacier collapse renews focus on risks of climate change as glaciers retreat around the world

The landslide that buried a Swiss village and riverbed is refocusing attention on the role of global warming in glacier collapses around the world.

Wall Street Mocks MAGA

Trump lashes out over viral 'TACO trade' meme. What does it stand for?

President Donald Trump was confronted with an acronym pointed at his trade policy this week.

Should've Been An Energy Drink 

Sydney Sweeney Teams Up with Dr. Squatch to Release a Bar of Soap Made From Her Bathwater - and the Internet Is Divided

Sydney Sweeney and Dr. Squatch have teamed up to sell a soap made from her bathwater that is limited to 5,000 bars. Fans of the actress have mixed opinions about Sweeney selling soap made from her bathwater.

Celeb Local Tribute . . . 

'This town is really special': Actor, KC native Rob Riggle talks Big Slick's growth, impact

Riggle praised Children's Mercy and his hometown of Kansas City ahead of this year's Big Slick on May 30-31. The annual event has raised more than $24 million for Children's Mercy since 2010.

Stumping In The Dotte

Mayoral candidate Christal Watson hopes to revitalize Kansas City, Kansas, in more ways than one

KSHB 41's Rachel Henderson spoke with Christal Watson as a part of her effort to introduce Wyandotte County to all mayoral candidates running in 2025.

Megachurch Invests In South Side

Kingdom come: Massive church takes over retail spaces at State Line Point

Congregation has big plans for north portion of shopping center

Foodie Scene From Chuck

Kansas City Restaurant Openings, Closings, and News - May 2025

Seasons 52 has closed on the Country Club Plaza. The closing was rather abrupt, according to employees. The long running store has been a fixture on the south side of the Country Club Plaza. It was part of the Darden Restaurants restaurant chain (Ruth's Chris Steak House, Eddie V's Prime Seafood, and The Capital Grille).

Katie's Forecast For Friday . . . 

Kansas City weather: Rain Thursday evening, warmer weekend ahead

Kansas City faces a Thursday evening rain chance before enjoying a sunny and warm weekend. Storm chances rise next week, with Tuesday as the most active day.

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