Kansas City Read: Belabored Offerings & Every Manner Of War

This morning author, celeb, fashionista and Insta hotte Emrata inspires our quick peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Local Open Roads Amid Harsh Times

Travelers see lower prices at the airport and the gas pump for Labor Day weekend

With one of the busiest travel weekends of the year expected, travelers at Kansas City International Airport and drivers stopping at local gas pumps are seeing some welcome relief.

Tribute Amid Celebration

Kansas City's 23rd annual Irish Fest kicks off Friday as community remembers Shaun Brady

Kansas City's 23rd annual Irish Fest kicks off Friday, Aug. 29, at 5 p.m.

South Of Border War . . . 

Why a City Market favorite is jumping the state line - to the food court at Oak Park Mall

"That's a busy, busy location and we believe we have products that the clientele that goes there will love - the most popular Brazilian street snacks," said Marco Rabello. "We are really happy about introducing Brazilian cuisine to customers."

Westside Taste For Everybody

Mexican paletas have become a Kansas City favorite. Here are the best places to try them

Paletas - a traditional Mexican popsicle - are found in shops all over the Kansas City region. Find out more about this delicious frozen treat, where to find it, and what else is available at the city's paleterías.

Golden Ghetto Needs Break

Overland Park could expand eligibility for property tax rebate

More residents could be eligible for Overland Park's property tax rebate pilot program this year as the city looks to expand its criteria due to excess funds.

Cowtown Matching Skill

Mahjong madness invades the Kansas City metro - Have you learned to play the classic tile game?

The classic tile game is new again across Kansas City as more learn to play.

Today's Dead-Tree Journalism

I ran in the Royals' hot dog suit. Here's how fans can try to do the same

The Royals are looking to find the "Top Dog" during a first-of-its-kind tournament, where representatives for ketchup, mustard and relish will battle to determine to best condiment.

Retro Autumn Fashions Debut

Emily Ratajkowski smolders in leather and mesh

Emily Ratajkowski wore a strappy leather wrap top and sheer mesh leggings by Alaïa in a series of photos on Instagram.

MAGA Trade War Overruled?!?

US court rules many of Trump's global tariffs are illegal

The tariffs can remain in place until October to allow the Trump administration time to request the Supreme Court to take up the case.

Progressive Tactics Disputed 

Carville rebukes DNC over woke 'land acknowledgment' lamenting treatment of Native Americans

Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville pleaded with the DNC to stop land acknowledgments, saying the party exists to win elections, not right historical wrongs.

MAGA Against Celebs

'Misinformed And Detached': Homeland Security Representative Accuses Kim Kardashian Of Aiding Criminals

DHS official Tricia McLaughlin slammed Kim Kardashian for wading into the immigration debate Friday, accusing the reality star of siding with violent criminals.

Money Probs Confront Midterms

Government shutdown showdown with GOP puts Democrats in a bind

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Democrats face a critical choice on how much to work with Republicans on government funding when Congress returns next week - with a government shu...

Holy Land Move Reconsidered

Evacuation of Gaza City would be unsafe and unfeasible, says head of Red Cross

The head of the Red Cross warned on Saturday that it would be impossible to keep people safe during a mass evacuation of Gaza City, as Israel intensifies its assault.

Another Loss In Europe War

Ukrainian former parliamentary speaker Parubiy shot dead in Lviv

Ukrainian former parliamentary speaker Andriy Parubiy was shot dead in the western city of Lviv on Saturday and a search was under way for the killer.

Outrage Across World

3 dead after mob sets fire to Indonesian regional parliament building

An angry mob has set fire to a local parliament building in Makassar, Indonesia, leaving at least three people dead and five others hospitalized.

Digital Crackdown Cont'd

Online age checks are proliferating, but so are concerns they curtail internet freedom

Online age checks are on the rise in the U.S. and elsewhere, asking people for IDs or face scans to prove they are over 18 or 21 or even 13.

Diva Delights In Bawdy Tracks

Sabrina Carpenter: Man's Best Friend review - smut and stunning craft from pop's best in show

​The controversy-courting star is in perfect alignment with producer Jack Antonoff, on detailed and utterly delightful tracks that make her previous hit album seem rudimentary in comparison

Cowtown Boozy Kickoff . . .

KC Bier Co's immersive biergarten set to open before thirsty World Cup visitors arrive

A popular Kansas City brewery officially broke ground Friday on a highly anticipated, border-hopping expansion that will bring one of the nation's largest authentic Bavarian-style biergartens to Johnson County.

Home Team Chances Fade

Royals miss too many opportunities in 5-3 loss to Tigers

They could have brought more runners in scoring position home. They could have gained ground in the playoff race. They did not.

Final Note For Legend

'Irreplaceable' Kansas City blues icon leaves a legacy at BB's Lawnside BBQ

Mama Ray hosted a blues jam for 39 years. Saturday will be the first one without her.

Forecast For Now . . . 

Kansas City weather: Spotty showers expected this Labor Day weekend

Saturday is the pick day of the weekend, though some showers could pop up later in the day.

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