Kansas City Stance: Local Shelter, Status Quo & MAGA Clocks Vlad

This morning fashion diva and cosplayer hottie Rachel inspires our peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Midtown Helps Amid Crumble

Neighbors recall helping victims of deadly Kansas City Family Dollar collapse

A 68-year-old man is dead and three others are injured after the facade of a Family Dollar store collapsed Sunday afternoon in Kansas City.

Local Reroute

Two lanes on I-470 west closed for repairs Monday morning, MoDOT says

Two lanes are closed on westbound Interstate 470 in Kansas City July 28 for pavement repairs, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.

Market Moves?!?

Your food probably traveled a long way before reaching the grocery store. Here's why

The interest in local food systems, like farmer's markets and direct farm-to-consumer sales, is on the rise. But the U.S. is still more reliant on imported foods than ever before.

Cowtown Culture Exposed

Survival of the Fittest at Nelson-Atkins showcases Medieval animal art that often missed the mark

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Contemporary Art's Survival of the Fittest: Picturing Wildlife and Wilderness exhibit is unlike any other.

Baller Earns Big Bucks

Seth Lugo finalizing 2-year, $46M extension with Royals (source)

KANSAS CITY - Trade Seth Lugo? How about extending him? The Royals are finalizing a multi-year contract extension with right-hander Seth Lugo, sources told MLB.com on Sunday night, keeping the veteran starter in Kansas City beyond 2026.

Fashionable Wonderful Tribute

Rachel Pizzolato Embodies Wonder Woman at Comic-Con * CelebMafia

Rachel Pizzolato unleashed a powerful tribute to Wonder Woman at the 2025 Comic-Con International in San Diego, embodying the iconic hero with a vibrant, meticulously detailed costume-a true highlight of the convention's cosplay scene., Rachel Pizzolato Style, Outfits, Clothes and Latest Photos.

Vlad Working Against Clock

Trump 'disappointed' in Putin, says he'll reduce 50-day deadline

President Trump says he's 'very disappointed' in Putin following massive Russian missile strikes on Ukraine that prompted both Kyiv and Poland to scramble fighter jets.

Progressive Coping Skillz

Pete Buttigieg warns Democrats can't go back to status quo after President Trump

Steve Inskeep speaks with former US Secretary for Transportation Pete Buttigieg about distrust in government and the status of the Democratic party.

G-Men Get Warning

CIA Director Suggests Indictments Are On Table For Brennan, Comey

Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director John Ratcliffe hinted at future indictments in the ongoing Russiagate investigation on Fox News this Sunday.

American Slice Of Life

What we know about Michigan Walmart stabbings as suspect faces terrorism charge

Here's what we've learned so far about the Walmart stabbing in Traverse City, Michigan. The suspect faces a terrorism charge after injuring 11 people in the attack.

Legacy Check . . . 

RFK Jr. reportedly eyeing overhaul of cancer screening task force

The U.S. Preventive Service Task Force provides evidence-based recommendations on cancer screenings and preventive services insurers must cover.

La Migra Harsh Times Exposed

Three Venezuelan men who the Trump administration sent to a notorious prison in El Salvador said they experienced physical and psychological torture.

Three Venezuelan men who the Trump administration sent to a notorious prison in El Salvador said they experienced physical and psychological torture.

MAGA Second Guesses Bibi

Trump rejects Netanyahu's claim that kids in Gaza aren't starving

"Based on television... those children look hungry"

Dealing With Far East

US-China talks to restart as hopes grow for trade war truce extension

The talks in Sweden come hours after US President Donald Trump announced a deal with the European Union.

Rocket Gal Seems Chill

Kim Jong Un's sister rejects outreach by South Korea's new president

The influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has rebuffed outreach by South Korea's new liberal government, saying that North Korea has no interests in talks with South Korea, no matter what proposal its rival offers.

Celeb Dirty Talk

Natalie Portman Is Having 'Good Sex' in Lena Dunham's Latest Rom-Com

Here, everything to know about Dunham's latest Netflix project.

Building JoCo Beer Scene

KC Bier Co. Is Opening An Authentic Bavarian-style Biergarten In Lenexa

KC Bier Co. has begun construction on their second location in Lenexa. The Lenexa site is expected to open in late spring of 2026.

Retail Remains Dead In Meth Town

Independence creates new sales-tax district around struggling shopping center

Several stores remain open at the Hartman Heritage Center, but 70% of the decades-old shopping center northwest of Interstate 70 and Little Blue Parkway sits vacant. A new CID aims to change that.

Commitment To Camp

Mike Danna: Padded practice tell you 'who's really about it and who's not'

After Sunday's training camp practice, the Kansas City Chiefs' veteran defensive end Mike Danna discussed his rookie teammates - and his own goals.

Hope For Summer Dog Days

Four-legged helper makes big impact at Saint Luke's Rehabilitation Institute

Meet Henli, the facility dog at Saint Luke's Rehabilitation Institute who's helping patients recover faster and with more enthusiasm than traditional therapy methods alone.

Locals Gain Steam

Our excessive heat continues today

Today is a First Alert Weather Alert Day

Don Toliver, Future, Wallie the Sensei - CANT STOP is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.