Kansas City Switches: Celeb Stand, Political Games & Journalism Lost

We start this week with pop diva, fashionista & Insta hottie Addy as we take another peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Rulers Triumph Over Cowtown

Chiefs appear on red-carpet for 'The Kingdom' premiere

The Kansas City Chiefs made a red carpet appearance for the premiere of their ESPN docuseries "The Kingdom" on Sunday evening.

Funnel Cake Feast Awaits

Let's go to the state fair! We're taking a tour of America's favorite summer tradition

State fairs are a big draw this time of year for millions of visitors. Whether it's getting a chance to pet a newborn calf, take a ride in a giant plastic ball or eat any number of fried foods, going to the fair is always an experience.

Newspaper Feeds Words Salad

Kansas City's community actions lead transformative change

Residents advocate for safer neighborhoods while farmers market opens soon. Law enforcement's collaborative effort results in human trafficking arrests.

Community Talks Solutions

'Show a different way': Kansas City group uses conflict resolution to reduce crime

Community leaders and residents gathered Saturday at Swope Park for a youth violence conflict-resolution seminar to promote community-driven solutions and steering young people away from violence.

Local Fame For Good Cause

'KC Superstar' officially crowned, celebrity guest makes appearance

This year's 'KC Superstar' was officially crowned tonight ... with a special celebrity host.

Diva Shares New Looks

Addison Rae sizzles sans shirt in her dangerously low-rise Lucky Brand jeans

Addison Rae posed in her dangerously low-slung true blues - sans shirt - for Lucky Brand's latest shoot.

Latest MAGA Legal Fight

Trump tells Grassley to tell Democrats 'go to HELL' over blocked judicial nominees in Senate

President Trump pressures Sen. Chuck Grassley to abandon century-old blue slip custom that allows senators to block judicial nominees from their states.

Veep Outplays MSM

It Didn't Take Long For JD Vance To Dismantle Kristen Welker's Gotcha Question On Gerrymandering

J.D. Vance told Kristen Welker during an interview that aired Sunday that redistricting in Texas was in response to Democrats' actions over the last 20 years.

Second City 'Resistance' Starts

Chicago mayor calls Trump's National Guard plan 'most flagrant violation of our Constitution'

Mayor Brandon Johnson pushed back against Trump's National Guard plans for Chicago, citing 30% drop in homicides and concerns about eroding police-community trust.

Beltway Crackdown Seems Chill

Photos: Scenes from D.C. as National Guard patrols start carrying weapons

About 2,000 troops from D.C. and some Republican-led states have been deployed for President Trump's crackdown.

Epstein Legacy Endures

Virginia Giuffre memoir to be published months after death

She had finished working on the "intimate" and "heartbreaking" book before she took her own life in April, her publisher says.

Worst Spokesperson EVER Soon To Earn EPIC Flyer Miles 

Activists to rally with Kilmar Abrego Garcia as Trump administration warns it may deport him to Uganda | CNN Politics

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was unlawfully deported to El Salvador earlier this year, will gather with members of his family, immigration activists, community leaders and elected officials at a rally in Baltimore on Monday morning as the Trump administration warns it could send him to Uganda as soon as this week.

News Hit In Holy Land

At least eight killed in Israeli strike on Gaza hospital, health ministry says

Several journalists are reported to be among the dead in the attack on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis.

Tragic Trade In Europe

Russia and Ukraine stage new prisoner exchange after UAE mediation

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 146 prisoners of war from each side on Sunday after mediation by the United Arab Emirates, the Russian defence ministry and the Ukrainian president said.

American Way?!?

Ex-Superman Dean Cain ICE obstacle course video sparks mockery, some praise

The video was met with mixed reactions on social media.

Vice Index Seyz So . . .

Sex Workers Already Predicted There's A Recession Coming - Here's How They Know

The past has shown that nontraditional measures like brothels, beer and lipstick can tell us a lot about the economy's health.

Home Team Clings To Life

Royals win wild game in Detroit 10-8 to avoid sweep

A blown lead, a comeback and a win!

EPIC Trip For JoCo Institution

Shawnee shop celebrates half a century with "Donut-con"

Mr. D's celebrated half a century of dishing out the good stuff today with their third "Donut-con" out in Shawnee.

Suburban Inferno Aftermath

Overland Park fire damages home near 154th, Robinson: OPFD

A fire damaged a two-story home Sunday afternoon in Overland Park near 154th Street and Robinson Avenue, the Overland Park Fire Department says.

Hipster Return Trip Lovingly Documented

Ten Years of Hembree: Local Legends Come Home

Hembree was given a warm welcome home for their 10th anniversary show at Liberty Hall on 816 Day, with a Cowboy Indian Bear reunion and opening set from Lauren Lovelle & the Midnight Spliffs.

Grigs Gives Us Sneak Peek For Week Ahead . . . 

Monday morning rain chances

Feeling like Fall all week long

John Summit - light years (feat. Inéz) is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.