Kansas City Taste: Local Socials Help As Bubba & Hillary Subpoenaed

Okay, for the record, this link up is mad late BUT a quick peek at biz lady & Insta hottie Lindsey drinking a soda is worth the wait as we catch up with pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Local Social Media Flex For Good Cause

Kansas City nonprofit turns car launch into lifeline for unhoused

A Kansas City nonprofit's unconventional fundraising idea has sparked real support in the fight against homelessness.

Small Biz Against Exec

Some West Bottoms business owners support effort to recall Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr.

Two West Bottoms business owners told KSHB 41 reporter Elyse Schoenig Tuesday they support the recall of Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr., but their focus is the increase in property taxes.

Rail Talk For Sunflower State

Transcontinental train route proposed to cut through Kansas

KANSAS (KSNT) - A new coast-to-coast train service is being proposed that would run through the Sunflower State and give passengers a new way to see the continental United States. AmeriStarRail has proposed a new passenger train route called "The Transcontinental Chief" to operate between Los Angeles and New York in partnership with Amtrak in [...]

No Free Rides For Cowtown

Bus riders want solutions in contract dispute between city leaders, KCATA

In just over two weeks, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and the Kansas City, Missouri, City Council need to reach a contract agreement to avoid major cuts in bus service.

Teachable Tax Moment

Park Hill School District weighs in on Platte County property assessment debacle

We have more reaction to Platte County's ongoing property assessment situation as homeowners try to figure out their property values for 2025.

Show-Me Equine Origin Story 

The wild horses of Missouri: where did they come from?

Wild horses can occasionally be spotted in southern Missouri, particularly in the National Scenic Riverways, and are managed by the Missouri Wild Horse League to ensure their health and safety.

Local Flavor Summer 2025

What's new in Kansas City food and drink: August 2025

Here's what's new in Kansas City food and drink in August 2025 from new restaurant openings to new menu items, pop-ups and more.

Refreshing Celeb Moment

Lindsey Pelas Drinking Soda In Undies Is 'Perfection'

Lindsey Pelas is stunning in her pluging white undies as she sips away at her orange soda and thrills her fans.

Big Deal Confronts Former Prez Bubba & Wife

Clintons subpoened in House Epstein probe

Former US President Bill Clinton and his wife Hillary are among a range of high-profile names to receive subpoenas from a congressional committee to testify about deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Republican James Comer, chairman of the House Oversight Committee, issued the subpoenas on Tuesday to the Clintons, as well as eight other individuals.

MAGA Rules Gerrymandering Debate

Trump: FBI "may have to" help bring back Texas Democrats who fled state

Sen. John Cornyn has urged the FBI to help "locate or arrest" the Texas Democrats who fled the state over a redistricting vote.

New Low For American Journalism Or Lack Thereof

Jim Acosta 'Interviews' AI-Generated Video of Slain Parkland Student

Former CNN anchor Jim Acosta interviewed an AI-generated video of slain parkland student Joaquin Oliver to push more gun control.

Typos, Push Back & Outrage

Justice Department releases new list of so-called sanctuary jurisdictions

The Justice Department has identified some three dozen states, cities and counties as so-called sanctuary jurisdictions.

Republicans Fear Blow Back

Trump and Johnson face escalating GOP revolt on redistricting

A House Republican said Johnson "needs to step up and show some leadership" on the issue.

Immunity For Nasty Fixer?!?

Victims object to 'public legitimization' of Ghislaine Maxwell as judge weighs fate of Epstein grand jury transcripts | CNN Politics

Numerous victims of Jeffrey Epstein took aim at the "public legitimization" of his co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell as they urged a federal judge considering unsealing grand jury transcripts to take their privacy into account when making his decision.

Consumer Drone Wars Await

Drones delivering coffee? Trump administration wants more companies using UAVs

The Trump administration wants to make it easier for companies to use drones for business - from delivering coffee to inspecting power lines to working on farms.

Nuke The Moon?!?

US should put nuclear reactors on moon before other countries do, acting NASA administrator says

Nuclear power on the moon is critical to the United States' space exploration and national security goals, acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy said.

War Cash Cont'd

4 European countries agree to buy $1 billion in U.S. weapons for Ukraine

The weapons include U.S. missiles for Patriot air defense systems already in Ukraine. President Trump opposes more direct U.S. military aid for Ukraine, but announced the new arrangement last month.

Holy Land Hot Mess Worsens

Netanyahu meets security officials as Israel considers full Gaza takeover

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met senior security officials to finalise a new strategy for the nearly two-year war in Gaza, his office said on Tuesday, with media reporting he favoured a complete military takeover of the Strip.

Migrant Trade Deal Across Pond

UK to bear transport costs of 'one in, one out' asylum seeker deal with France

Treaty can be ended by either side at a month's notice and France can refuse returns on certain grounds

Silly Mushroom Cloud Theories Blow Up

Is it possible to "win" a nuclear war?

Eighty years after Hiroshima, the idea that nuclear war can be controlled is making a comeback.

Drifting Toward Tragedy

Climate journalist Alec Luhn missing on Norwegian glacier

A search is underway for award-winning climate journalist Alec Luhn, a Wisconsin native, who is missing on a Norwegian glacier.

Sketchy Undercurrent Exposed

Titan sub firm used 'intimidation tactics' and 'critically flawed' safety practices, US Coast Guard report finds

The family of two passengers who died in the implosion call for tougher regulation in response to the US Coast Guard's damning report.

Diddler Messages MAGA

Sean 'Diddy' Combs has reached out to Trump about pardon, source says

The defense team for Sean "Diddy" Combs has reached out to President Donald Trump seeking a pardon after his conviction on prostitution-related offenses, a source close to the legal team told NBC News on Tuesday

Celeb Family Wrestles With Past

Hulk Hogan's daughter Brooke asked out of will over family fears: 'I don't know how deep this stuff goes'

Brooke Hogan has opened up about why she removed herself from Hulk Hogan's will in 2023.

Social Media Stars Double Down

Cavinder Twins Show Off New Boobs in Tiny Workout Tops in New Video

Haley and Hannah Cavinder showed off their new boobs on Tuesday with a side of their signature sass.

Sometimes You Can Win By Not Playing The Game . . . 

Lottery drawing underway for Chappell Roan tickets in Kansas City

The lottery to buy tickets to two Chappell Roan pop-up concerts in Kansas City has begun.

Building Up South Side Cash

Grandview breaks ground on $24 million Blue Ridge Boulevard revitalization project

City of Grandview begins phase one of $24 million Blue Ridge Boulevard revitalization project

Listening Intently To Local Diva

Artist to Watch: Jessica Paige - KC STUDIO

Dreams and challenges have fueled the trajectory of the KC singer-songwriter, a local favorite who has performed around the country.

Cowtown Ballers Embark Upon Foodie Journey

Kansas City Chiefs fans set to experience a taste of Brazil in São Paulo

The Kansas City Chiefs will be playing in a month in São Paulo, Brazil. That means some Kansas Citians will have the chance to experience a taste of Brazil.

Local Swampy Return . . .

Kansas City weather: Hotter and more humid for the rest of the week

Tuesday evening will be clear and warm with lows in the upper 60s before the heat returns for the rest of the week.

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