Kansas City News Jump: Budget Stare Down, Summer Romp & MAYBE Ceasefire

For the midweek we respect the body of work from pro-athlete, celeb, model & rising star hottie Livvy as we check pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .


Taxes Whilst We Were Recalling

Future of Jackson County commercial property assessments remains uncertain following legislature meeting

The legislature decided to hold off on considering an ordinance to cap commercial property assessments at 15%, and an ordinance to extend the deadline for assessment appeals failed.


Cowtown References . . . 

On Track with KC | City works to upgrade wayfinding

With the new streetcar extension and more visitors coming to the area, the city of Kansas City is committed to upgrading its wayfinding system.


Rent Subsidies Start

Why one big KC developer is fixing up apartments and keeping rent under $1,000

A prominent local developer launched a nonprofit to help build and fix up more housing that renters can afford and that fits in with the character of KC neighborhoods.


Show-Me No Creativity?!?!

Kansas City arts groups 'left reeling' after Missouri governor slashes millions from budget

Months after area arts and culture nonprofits saw a loss of funds from the National Endowment for the Arts, Gov. Mike Kehoe has vetoed millions more in state support.


MAGA Life Booming

Missouri fireworks sell at pre-tariff prices

Firework stands across Mid Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks continue to see a boom in sales ahead of the Independence Day holiday.


Red State Leaders Back MAGA

All 4 Kansas, Missouri senators vote to pass 'Big Beautiful Bill'

All four U.S. senators from Kansas and Missouri voted in favor Tuesday of President Trump's domestic policy bill dubbed the "Big Beautiful Bill."


Summer Elite Party Time Whilst Working-Class Sweats It Out

Four Art Events Not to Miss in July - IN Kansas City Magazine

Going with the Flow: Two Exhibits at Haw Contemporary From now until July 16, two artists exhibit their latest work, both involved with movement and flow. With Reflections, Boons, Muses, Joys and Playpretties, Mike Erickson exhibits his nature-inspired work-acrylic on canvas-featuring themes of disappearing and then finding himself.

Legend Stays Winning

Salvy sparks offense in 6-3 win in Seattle

Runs!


Model P0wnz Summer 2025

Livvy Dunne shows off stunning view of 'future home' while rocking bikini

The influencer and former LSU gymnast takes a trip while showing off some beautiful scenary.


MSM Bows To MAGA

Paramount agrees to pay $16 million to settle Trump '60 Minutes' lawsuit

Paramount Global, the parent company of CBS News and one of the largest media conglomerates in the United States, has agreed to settle a high-profile lawsuit brought by President Trump over a "60 Minutes" interview with former Vice President Kamala Harris that aired last fall. The settlement comes after months of legal sparring and tension...


GOP Campaigns Against Socialist

Charlie Kirk calls Mamdani the 'campus riot' candidate, warns he's a preview of Democratic Party's future

Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk tied the rise of Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race to the far-left college campuses where he says his voters were "hyper-radicalized."


GOP Big & Beautifully Divided

House Rules Committee advances Trump megabill as potential GOP revolt looms

The House Rules Committee advanced the GOP's "big, beautiful bill" early Wednesday morning after an hours-long meeting, sending the legislation to the floor for consideration as i...


Conservative Fair Play Turnabout

Scott Jennings Reminds Paul Begala That Bill Clinton Backed Work Requirements For Medicaid

Republican strategist Scott Jennings told Paul Begala that former President Bill Clinton previously pushed for work requirements for Medicaid recipients.


Witness Political Evil Eye

You Can't Look Away From Sen. Lisa Murkowski's 'Creepy' Death Stare At Reporter

The Republican senator locked eyes with NBC News' Ryan Nobles for quite a long time when questioned about her yes vote on the "big, beautiful bill."


Holy Land Deal With Peace?!?

Israel has agreed to conditions for 60-day Gaza ceasefire, Trump says

US president warns Hamas "it will only get worse" if they do not accept the deal.


Taste Of Royal Good Life . . .

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, launches 'thoughtful' collection of wines

Expansion of As Ever product line marks latest foray into lifestyle branding, with wine manufactured in Napa valley


War Takes Toll In Eastern Europe

As US and European aid cuts deepen, Ukraine's humanitarian lifelines fray

Playing outdoors with his friend, Ukrainian teenager Nazar was badly injured when an explosive device blew up under his feet.


Scrolling Steals Love . . . 

The depressing thing 1 in 10 people would rather do than have sex - even if it makes them feel terrible

Researchers surveyed 2,000 adults in the UK to find that one in 10 prefer doom scrolling on their phones - laying in bed and thumbing through social media apps such as TikTok, Instagram and Twitter - to having sex with their partners.


Tech Love For Family Friends

Merriam animal shelter offering free microchips ahead of Independence Day

Great Plains SPCA in Merriam, Kansas, is offering free microchips for pets ahead of Independence Day fireworks in case they get lost.


Promising Path To Global Party?!?

State leaders working to restore section of Rock Island Trail ahead of 2026 World Cup

Missouri leaders are working to restore a section of the Rock Island Trail ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.


Katie's Forecast For Now . . . 

Sunny & warm Wednesday

There is a small chance of rain on the 4th of July

Tiƫsto & Sexyy Red - OMG! is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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