Kansas City Road: MAGA Power Moves & Time To Leave Cowtown?!?

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Alarming Exit . . . 

Long-standing KC clock shop moves to Independence

The longtime Kansas City business has moved to a new spot after spending 70 years in Brookside.

Courthouse Money Moves

Jackson County legislators could finally end 6-month budget freeze. What to know

Jackson County legislators will hold a public hearing Monday as they approach a vote on an amended 2025 budget, which County Executive Frank White vetoed in January.

Show-Me Costly Scam

A Missouri car registration fraud scheme cost the state $80,000. So far, 4 people pleaded guilty

The U.S. Attorney's Office says that Pinnacle Concierge owner Gary Wilds bribed employees of Missouri license offices to falsely claim that customers' vehicles passed emissions tests and inspections, and then submit forged documents that they were eligible for sales tax exemptions.

Local Tradition Cont'd

Emily Rugg crowned 2025 Miss Kansas

Emily Rugg, Miss Meadowlark, was crowned Saturday evening during the 2025 Miss Kansas pageant at Pratt Community College.

Metro Copes With Tragedy

Wife, tattoo studio in Oak Grove mourn loss after motorcycle crash

Wife of Chris Melchert and the Purgatory Tattoo Studio in Oak Grove, Missouri, are mourning after Chris died in a motorcycle crash.

NextGen Hotness

All About Kate Moss' Daughter Lila Moss

Here's everything to know about Kate Moss' daughter Lila Moss, who is following in her mom's modeling footsteps.

MAGA Quits Bromance

Trump says relationship with Musk is over

The US president says Musk has been "very disrespectful" and he has no interest in mending ties with the tech billionaire.

Money Talks Louder Than Politics

It's the economy, estúpido: New Jersey governor's race tests Democrats' efforts to win back Latinos - WTOP News

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) - A congresswoman and former U.S. Navy helicopter pilot secured the endorsement of the highest-ranking Hispanic official in her state. A mayor highlighted his arrest by immigration...

California Standoff

What to know about Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to LA protests

President Donald Trump says he's deploying 2,000 California National Guard troops to Los Angeles to respond to immigration protests, over the objections of California Gov.

Drone Wars In Europe Again

Ukraine drone barrage targets Moscow as Zelenskyy demands accountability for Putin

At least 10 Ukrainian drones were shot down on their approach to Moscow overnight into Sunday morning, according to the city's mayor.

Holy Land Preps Against Activist

Israel vows to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching Gaza

Israel's government has vowed to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching the Gaza Strip.

El Papa Talks Politics 

Pope Leo criticises 'exclusionary mindset' of nationalist political movements

During Sunday Mass in St Peter's Square, the pope asked that God 'open borders, break down walls (and) dispel hatred'

Hipster Feast For Now . . . 

Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen's summer menu get it right with earthy and bright

Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen's new seasonal summer menu, carefully curated by Chef Brian Aaron, is here for Kansas Citians.

Local Rain Arrives . . . 

PM severe storm potential in KC today

Today starts off quiet, but strong to severe storms are possible this afternoon and evening.

Joe Jackson "Sunday Papers" is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.