Kansas City Look Down: Local Downpour, Prez Trump Power Moves & Tech Wars

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Public Radio Helps Build Hype

West Bottoms developers says neighborhood changes will make it a 'gem' of Kansas City

SomeraRoad, a real estate and development firm, is undertaking a massive redevelopment project that will transform the West Bottoms over the next several years. The firm hopes to make the Kansas City neighborhood into a must-see "destination."

Emergency This Morning

House destroyed as fire rages while storms move through Kansas City

An evening fire has destroyed a home in Kansas City.

Tragic History Well-Remembered

KMBC 9 Chronicle: The Skywalk Tapes - The night the skywalks fell, forever changing Kansas City

The collapse was one of the worst man-made disasters in American history, and the shockwaves are still being felt four decades later.

Courthouse Conversation

Jackson County launches podcast to address property assessment concerns

Critics question the timing and accuracy amid ongoing scrutiny of commercial property values.

Golden Ghetto Pitches Corporate Ballpark

Kansas representative sees Royals at old Sprint campus in Overland Park

Two Kansas state lawmakers are weighing in with their thoughts on a new Royals stadium near 119th and Nall in Overland Park.

Diva Shares Enduring Hotness

Alessandra Ambrosio goes TOPLESS as she sunbathes on Ibiza holiday

Alessandra Ambrosio is soaking up the sun in Ibiza, Spain, as evidenced in her latest Instagram post.

Talkers Second Guess White House

Why Donald Trump is facing doubts in the 'manosphere' | CNN Politics

Some popular comedians and podcasters who helped fuel Donald Trump's victory - and the young men who listen to them - have been criticizing the president on multiple fronts.

Progressively Divided

The three-way battle for the Democratic Party

It's the left vs. the establishment vs. Abundance. Here's your guide to what's happening.

Show-Me AI Opposition

Josh Hawley: Meta 'Willfully Pirating Droves of Copyrighted Content' to Train AI Models

Sen. Josh Hawley, during a hearing, said that Meta pirated "droves of copyrighted content" to train its artificial intelligence models.

Drone War Redux

Insight: Enter the kill zone: Ukraine's drone-infested front slows Russian advance

"Drones, drones, drones. Only drones. A lot of drones."

Tragedy & Accountability

US ambassador calls on Israel to 'aggressively investigate' West Bank killing

Mike Huckabee calls for "accountability" after a young Palestinian-American was beaten to death in an attack by settlers.

Latest Holy Land Hit

A parish priest and several injured as strikes hit Gaza's only Catholic church

Catholic Church officials say strikes hit the Holy Family Church in northern Gaza on Thursday morning, injuring several people including the parish priest.

MAGA Moves Rates

How markets might react if Trump fires Powell

A firing would likely bring short-term market volatility along with higher long-term borrowing costs.

Man Of Steel Saves Puppers

James Gunn's 'Superman' Leads to More Than 500% Surge in Dog Adoption Interest, Thanks to Krypto

Krypto the superdog appears to have inspired "Superman" moviegoers to look into adopting their own furry friend

Tech Update For World's Oldest Profession

Sex Workers, OnlyFans Models, And Strippers Are Sharing Their First Client Story

"The half-naked part is honestly the easiest part of it. It's the constant pretending and the character you put in that's exhausting."

Good Life Across Bridge

Dish & Drink KC: Must-try hotspots in the Northland

Luna's Chicken And Seafood // Photo By Tiffany Watts Let me just start by saying: if you're like me and prefer your wings spicy and saucy, Luna's Chicken and Seafood needs to be on your radar. With four locations scattered across the city, chances are there's one close enough to answer the call when the cravings hit.

Watch The Puddles This Morn

Kansas City weather: Overnight storms bring flooding risk

Rain and scattered thunderstorms will remain likely through the early morning hours on Thursday.

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