Kansas City Stance: Hometown Price Check & MAGA Travel Ban Triumph

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Don't Worry, No Discount

Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City offers solutions to housing affordability

The Home Builders Association of Greater KC is stepping forward with potential solutions to address the housing affordability crisis, focusing on changes to planning processes and regulations.

Overnight Local Runaround

KCPD pursuit ends at I-35, Levee Road in North Kansas City, impacting traffic

A pursuit involving the Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department ended at I-35 and Levee Road in North Kansas City, closing the southbound lanes of the highway for over an hour Wednesday night.

Cowtown Close Call

Metro driver describes tree that fell on car within inches of striking him

The National Weather Service confirmed two tornadoes on Tuesday, June 3, including an EF-1 in Independence with winds up to 100 miles per hour.

Rate Hike Push Back

Public forum held in KC on Spire rate increase request

On Wednesday, a public forum was held in Kansas City regarding Spire Missouri's request for a rate increase. It was one of several meetings the Missouri Public Service Commission has held across the state.

Beloved Baller Brings It Home

Dustin Colquitt to officially retire from Kansas City Chiefs, team says

The Kansas City Chiefs announced Wednesday on X that Dustin Colquitt will officially be retiring.

Star Enjoys Slow Fade . . .

Angelina Jolie Will Opt for 'Intimate' 50th Birthday Celebration with Family After 'Rough' Past Decade (Exclusive Source)

Angelina Jolie is not interested in holding a major party to celebrate her 50th birthday on June 4, as a source close to the actress tells PEOPLE. "She prefers a more intimate celebration with her kids," the source says.

MAGA Makes It Plain: 'We Don't Want Them . . .'

Trump signs proclamation banning travel from 12 countries

President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday banning travel from 12 countries, citing national security concerns.

Progressively Bad News Ahead Of Another Biden Tell-All

Jason Miller: Karine Jean-Pierre realizes the Democratic Party is a 'complete dumpster fire' | Fox News Video

Former Trump advisor Jason Miller joins 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss KJP's stunning political reversal and why he believes Elon Musk's criticism of the 'big, beautiful bill' is 'insincere' as the president reportedly loses patience.

Tech King Turnabout

Ex-Trump Aide Spells Out How Elon Musk Could Gain Ultimate Revenge On The President

It is "kind of devastating" for Donald Trump's administration, said Alyssa Farah Griffin.

White House Loves Drone War?!?

Scoop: Trump admired Ukraine's "badass" attack, sources say

"Pretty strong," Trump told one confidant.

Holy Land Tragic Take Back

Israeli military recovers two hostages' bodies in southern Gaza

Judi Weinstein Haggai, 70, and her husband Gadi Haggai, 72, were murdered during the Hamas-led attacks on 7 October 2023.

Pilgrims Roam Planet

One of the World's Biggest Human Gatherings Begins

The annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca begins Wednesday, and the New York Times reports it will be the last to fall during summer months until the mid-2040s. The timing has...

Song & Dance Payback

Māori lawmakers suspended over protest haka performed in New Zealand Parliament

Three Māori lawmakers in New Zealand received record suspensions of up to three weeks on Thursday, local media reported, over a protest haka they performed in Parliament last year against a contentious bill.

All Fun & Games Until Sketchy Panels Come Back

'Relationship anarchy' may cure Gen Z's loneliness, Feeld reports

The relationship style is less known than polyamory or open relationships.

Every Chubster's Favorite Story This Week . . .

A hungry wild elephant raids a grocery store for snacks in Thailand

A hungry wild elephant has caused havoc in a grocery store in Thailand after strolling in from the Khao Yai National Park and helping himself to the food on the shelves

Golden Ghetto Going Away Party

Popular Shawnee brewery announces closure, goodbye celebration

Pathlight Brewing, located in Shawnee, Kansas, says that it's "with heavy hearts" that the decision was made.

Forecast For Now . . .

Kansas City weather: A break from the rain before more showers Thursday into Friday

There is a slim chance for a brief sprinkle during the day on Thursday, but showers are more likely Thursday night into Friday morning.

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