Kansas City Calling: Local Bus Socialism & Mail-In Democracy

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New York Takes Another Stab At Local Bus Drama

Kansas City ends free bus experiment over budget woes: 0-2 for Mamdani's socialist proposals

Kansas City's experiment with free bus fare is ending, because the city can no longer afford it. Mamdani's socialist proposals are now 0-2 when tried elsewhere.

Rock Chalk Round World Probs

Illegal tire dumping in Kansas threatens health and environment

Volunteers at Little Blue River are facing an ongoing battle with illegal tire dumping, which poses significant health and environmental risks.

Show-Me Floating Danger

Kansas City, Missouri, man, 52, drowned early Saturday at Lake of the Ozarks

A 52-year-old Kansas City, Missouri, man drowned early Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, at Lake of the Ozarks.

Risky College Comeback

KU lifts hazing suspensions against 3 fraternities. But 2 never really shut down

The University of Kansas has lifted sanctions imposed against Phi Gamma Delta, Phi Delta Theta and Sigma Chi fraternities for hazing activities in Lawrence.

Wanna Buy Local Institution?!? 

Historic Fox's Drugs building in Raytown listed for sale after decades as community hub

A piece of Raytown history is up for sale. The Fox Drug building, a longtime fixture in the city since 1939, has officially been listed for $460,000.

Angel Diva & Another Baller

Madison Beer and Chargers QB Justin Herbert spark dating rumors

Madison Beer and Justin Herbert sparked dating rumors after paparazzi caught the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback on the set of a shoot for the singer. The apparent new couple was snapped looking c...

MAGA Politics Cont'd

'Pattern of lawfare': Trump is targeting opponents with mortgage fraud claims

First Letitia James, then Adam Schiff and now president has trained his ire on Lisa Cook, threatening to fire Fed governor

Second City Clap Back

Gov. Pritzker says Trump trying to 'manufacture a crisis' as admin plans National Guard deployment to Chicago

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said there is no emergency following reports that the federal government may deploy the National Guard to Chicago.

Objection To Potential Pardon

Justice Department gave Ghislaine Maxwell 'a platform to rewrite history,' family of Epstein abuse survivor says

The family members of a prominent survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse said they were "outraged" by the Justice Department's decision to release transcripts from Ghislaine Maxwell's testimony last month to a federal prosecutor, arguing it provided Maxwell a "platform to rewrite history.""The content of these transcripts is in direct contradiction with felon Ghislaine Maxwell's conviction for child sex trafficking," the family of Virginia Roberts Giuffre said in a statement.

Conservatives Advocate For Beloved Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel Didn't Go Woke With Its Rebrand, They Were Conned By 'Experts.'

For so many Americans, Cracker Barrel is a convenient and consistent place to go for hearty meals, kitschy decor, and Southern hospitality. That is, until this week, when one trend-chasing executive decided to greenlight a logo revision, unleashing a backlash across the nation.Cracker Barrel, founded in 1969 by the late Dan Evins, came to symbolize American heritage.

Snail Mail Endorsement

Mail-in voting backed by most Americans despite Trump push to end it

58% of those polled, including 83% of Democrats and 32% of Republicans, supported mail-in voting.

MAGA Against Feds

Exclusive -- Peter Navarro Calls For Investigation of Corrupt FBI Agents

Peter Navarro is calling for an investigation into the FBI agents who targeted him and President Donald Trump.

Immigration Deal Or Free Trip To Africa?!?

Kilmar Abrego Garcia notified by ICE that he may be deported to Uganda

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man who was wrongfully deported to a high-security prison in El Salvador, was notified by immigration authorities that he may be deported to Uganda, less than 24 hours after his release from federal custody

Holy Land Fighting Cont'd

Israel pounds Gaza City suburbs, vows to press on with offensive

Israel approved a plan to seize control of Gaza City, calling it Hamas' last bastion. It is not expected to begin for a few weeks, leaving room for mediators to try and resume ceasefire talks.

Fight For Eastern Europe Persists

Ukraine hits Russian nuclear site as Kyiv marks independence day

A drone attack set fire to a power plant in Russia's western Kursk region, officials say.

El Papa Offers Migrant Blessing

Pope affirms right of people to return home after unjust exile in meeting with Chagos refugees

Pope Leo XIV has affirmed the right of people to return to their homes after an unjust exile. Leo spoke during an audience on Saturday with refugees from Chagos, the Indian Ocean archipelago that is home to a strategic U.S.

For Those Dedicated To Fiddling Around

Two roots roadtrips to liven up the end of August with fiddles, banjos, and more

FidPick. // image courtesy the festival Should you wish to experience some roots music for free, there are a couple upcoming events which you should plan to attend. This weekend, on Sunday, August 24, will be the 44th Annual Kansas State Fiddling and Picking Championships.

Autumn Sneak Peek 2025

A fall-like feel takes over for the rest of the weekend

A cold front was accompanied with a few spotty rain showers today but the impacts of the cold front will be felt in full force Sunday and into next week.

Tavares - Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.