We celebrate these dog daze of Summer with respect to fitness guru, DJ and hottie Sommer as we take another peek at pop culture, communtiy reporting and top headlines.
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Local Clap Back . . .
Kansas City will no longer work with a contractor that repeatedly stole money from workers
The city won't work with CJR Construction Group for two years, after the company repeatedly violated its prevailing wage rules. This is the first time Kansas City has debarred a contractor in years.
Suburban Crumble Redux
Homeowners look for help after FOX4 Problem Solvers crumbling driveways investigation
Last week, a FOX4 Problem Solvers investigation took us to Blue Springs, Missouri, where homeowners were dealing with crumbling driveways - revealing a potential nationwide issue.
Midtown Mourns . . .
Family says goodbye to Larry Banks, killed in Family Dollar building collapse
Larry Banks was born and raised in Kansas City, where most of his family still lives. He served in the Army for four years, which is why he was honored and buried at the Leavenworth National Cemetery.
Latest Local Plauge
Armyworms destroying lawns across the Kansas City metro. Here's how you can stop them
A destructive pest is invading and feeding on lawns across the Kansas City metro. Experts share tips to save your lawn before it's too late.
Don't Hate Players Or Game In The Dotte . . .
Strawberry Hill bar in Kansas City, Kansas, takes pinball machines to next level
The 403 Club in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood of Kansas City, Kansas, gives pinball wizards a chance to showcase their talents.
Celebrate Celeb Hookup
TikToker Mark Estes Hard Launches Relationship with Sommer Ray, 8 Months After Kristin Cavallari Breakup
Last year, the Montana Boyz TikToker Mark Estes dated Kristin Cavallari, who called him "the best boyfriend I've ever had" after their breakup in September 2024. Estes' new girlfriend, Sommer Ray, once dated Machine Gun Kelly.
MAGA Against Switcheroo
Trump rips Duncan over switch to Democratic Party: 'Total loser'
President Trump ripped former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan for joining the Democratic party and falling out of the GOP, calling him a "total loser" for making the switch. In an early Friday post on Truth Social, Trump said that Duncan was no longer wanted in the GOP because all he did was complain.
Former Prez Can Still Garner Laughs . . .
'You can't lie to the American people' Joe slams Trump for using Heritage Foundation jobs numbers
On the heels firing the Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner over a weak July jobs report, President Trump on Thursday displayed charts from Stephen Moore, an economist at the conservative Heritage Foundation. CNBC's Dom Chu joins Morning Joe to discuss.
MAGA Secures Capital
President Trump increases federal law enforcement presence in DC following violent crime surge
President Donald Trump has directed federal law enforcement to increase its presence throughout the city of Washington, D.C., following a concerning surge in violent crime in the nation's capital.
Holy Land War Worsens
Israel plans to retake Gaza City, escalating the war with Hamas and fueling worries for hostages
Israel says it plans to take over Gaza City. The decision to escalate its 22-month war with Hamas drew a dismissal from the militant group, renewed international calls to end the conflict and stirred fears for hostages still in Gaza.
Eastern Europe Despairs
Ukrainian troops have little hope for peace as Trump's deadline for Russia arrives
Ukrainian soldiers are expressing little hope for a diplomatic solution to the war with Russia
GOP Hope & Teachable Moment
ROOKE: One Of The Largest School Districts In Country Was Failing For Years. Then Republicans Took Over
It has been two years since Republicans in Texas took control of the nation's eighth-largest school district, and the results are impressive.
About All That Racket
PickleCon 2025 kicks off with glow-in-the-dark pickleball party in Kansas City
PickleCon 2025 launched with a glow-in-the-dark pickleball party in downtown Kansas City, drawing players from around the country for neon-lit fun and friendly competition.
Steamy Summer 2025 Cont'd
We will have to deal with excessive heat and humidity for the next two days
Today is a First Alert Weather Alert Day
Ed Sheeran - A Little More is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.
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