Kansas City Script: Survey Seyz MAGA Winning Despite Harsh Times?!?

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Home Team Backslide

Former Royals come back to haunt powder blue boys in 3-0 loss to Orioles

Ryan O'Hearn and Emmanuel Rivera granted the Orioles the win.

Payback Life Lesson

Kansas City-area professional answers questions surrounding student loan confusion

After years of deferments, forbearances and court rulings on student loans following the COVID-19 pandemic, the Office of Federal Student Aid announced it will resume collections.

The Dotte Awaits Beaver Nuggets

Construction set to begin on first Buc-ee's store in Kansas

Construction is set to start within the next month on the first Buc-ee's convenience store and gas station in Kansas.

Fed Cuts Confront Low-End

'It's devastating': Kansas City, Missouri, children's nonprofit loses AmeriCorps grant

The Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center is the latest entity to feel the effects of federal cuts. This time, it's to the center's AmeriCorps program.

Dead-Tree Proves Descriptive

Live rats, chunky milk, smelly meat: Kansas City area restaurant inspections

These Kansas City, Missouri food businesses in Midtown, the Northeast and Waldo include Jay's Grocery and Restaurant and Reflections Kitchen and Kocktails.

Old School Celeb Endures

Valerie Bertinelli, 65, reveals her REAL SIZE after bikini snaps

Fans were quick to comment that she 'looks good at any size' and is 'more beautiful than ever.' Another said: 'Still a beauty!' The 65-year-old looked radiant in the tiny two piece.

MAGA Trade War Payout

Trump's April tariff revenue topped $17 billion. That dwarfs any haul from his first term.

The amount collected from President Trump's tariffs nearly doubled in April, dwarfing the smaller spikes in government tariff revenue seen during Trump's first term.

Not Much Progress . . . 

Democrats face 'major wake-up call' as Trump trounces them in polling

Despite his declining approval ratings and record-low popularity, recent polls show Donald Trump continues to be trusted more than the Democratic Party.

Tesla Takes Ur Data . . . 

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to let DOGE access Social Security systems

The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to clear the way for Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to access Social Security systems containing personal data on millions of Americans.

Economic Fight Against Vlad?!?

Exclusive: US readies Russia sanctions over Ukraine, unclear if Trump will sign, sources say

U.S. officials have finalized new economic sanctions against Russia, including banking and energy measures, to intensify pressure on Moscow to embrace U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to end its war on Ukraine, according to three U.S. officials and a source familiar with the issue.

White House Confronts Americans Worried About Recession

Trump says short-term recession OK: "This is a transition period"

When asked if he were worried about a recession, Trump said: "Anything can happen."

Local Good Life Debuts?!?

Mercedes-Benz of Kansas City Showroom Grand Opening - IN Kansas City Magazine

On Thursday, April 24, Mercedes-Benz of Kansas City celebrated the grand opening of its new, state-of-the-art showroom at 9510 W. 67th Street in Merriam, Kansas. The event marked a significant milestone for the dealership, formerly known as Aristocrat Mercedes-Benz, as it unveiled its rebranded identity and relocated facility designed to enhance the luxury automotive experience....

Hipster Westside Weekend Taste

Eat This Now: Street tacos at Ricos Tacos "Lupe"

Ricos Tacos "Lupe" // Photo by Sarah Sipple Best street tacos I've had. That's it-article over. Fine, I'll elaborate. On a Southwest Blvd. block brimming with eateries, Ricos Tacos "Lupe" rests subtly behind an orange exterior with a glass door. A few picnic tables out front extend seating for the small restaurant.

Sun Comes Out . . . 

Kansas City weather: Sunshine returns for the weekend

Spotty showers and storms stick around Friday evening, but they will clear out for Saturday and Sunday.

Maroon 5 - Priceless ft. LISA was the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.