Only for the most AWESOME TKC READERS . . . We didn't want to totally "nope out" for today despite dealing with some heady issues behind the scenes. After all, I think we've posted something every weekday for about 20 years . . . That streak might not continue for long BUT . . . Today we wanted to share a quick check-in for our fellow news-junkies and denizens of the cowtown discourse.
We'll do the thing we like most about this blog . . . Some quick snark-ing & sharing of pop culture, community reporting and top headlines . . . Thanks for bearing with us and we appreciate any well-wishes and or good jokes . . .
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Bad Junk Hits Kansas City
Authorities warn of potent purple fentanyl in Kansas City area
The Johnson County, Missouri Sheriff's Office is warning people of purple fentanyl. They say it's Narcan resistant.
Show-Me MAGA Move Up
Andrew Bailey stepping down to take job with FBI
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey will step down as the state's top cop to become co-deputy director with the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Latest Tragic Homicide
14-year-old boy killed, girl injured in shooting in Kansas City
An investigation is underway after a teenage boy was killed and a teenage girl was injured in an overnight shooting in Kansas City.
River City Can't Read!?!?
'Absolutely' a crisis: Kansas City educators alarmed by falling literacy rates
Research shows that just one in four of Kansas City's third-grade students can read at grade level.
No Accounting For Toy Train
"It cost what?" -KC Streetcar Announces Opening of New Extension
A friend called me the other night. Fox4KC had just aired a story about the opening date of the latest Kansas City streetcar extension. They put the cost
Even More Pain At Pump
Kansas City-area police department warns of card skimmers at gas stations
The Harrisonville Police Department is warning the community of card skimmers found at a local gas station
Kansas City leaders hope a plan to give Wornall Road a much-needed facelift also makes the road safer
A city planner provided a concrete deadline for when the remodeling of the corridor notorious for construction and traffic will begin.
Horrific Charges Connect To KC
Kansas City woman, man charged with murder in connection with 3-year-old's death
A man and woman are facing several charges in connection with the death of a 3-year-old boy in Leavenworth, Kansas.
Summer Crisis Mode 2025
'This is very abnormal': President of AdHoc Group Against Crime speaks on deadly youth violence in Kansas City
A 14-year-old male was killed, and a female under the age of 16 was injured in a shooting early Sunday morning in south Kansas City, Missouri.
Slain Local Mom Mourned
Pregnant Kansas City mother of 5 remembered as 'boy mom,' victim of domestic violence
Braisen Cain, 42, is the city's 18th victim of intimate partner violence so far this year, a significant increase from last year. Experts say cases are growing more violent, with survivors reporting an escalation of threats like use of guns and strangulation.
Foodies Forge Peace . . .
Palestinians, Israelis share cultural heritage at Kansas City festival amid ongoing conflict
More than 50 countries were represented at Kansas City's Ethnic Enrichment Festival, including first-time participation from Palestinians alongside an Israeli booth.
Baller Banquet Coming Soon
Opening date announced for Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce's new steakhouse
The opening date for Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce's highly anticipated new steakhouse has been announced.
Tay-Tay Begins 'Booty-ful' Era
Taylor Swift shows off her derriere in seductive new album cover
The pop superstar, 34, unveiled a striking new shot to promote The Life of a Showgirl and its limited-run Shiny Bug Vinyl Collection, available on her website for just 48 hours.
MAGA Makes Peace?!?
WATCH: Trump promises 'lasting peace' in Zelenskyy meeting, says Ukraine peacekeeping force under consideration
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Donald Trump expressed hope that their critical meeting Monday with European leaders at the White House could lead to three-party talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to bring an end to his war on Ukraine.
Resistance Returns To Comply
Texas Democrats return home 'victorious' after redistricting row
The lawmakers who fled the state to break quorum say they are 'more dangerous to Republicans' plans now.
Visiting With Vlad . . .
Trump calls Putin during Ukraine summit at White House
Trump said Putin was expecting a call from him.
MAGA Cleared Again?!?
Bill Barr Says Trump Never Intervened In Epstein Case, No Evidence Of Crime
Former Attorney General Bill Barr said he never saw any evidence that President Donald Trump intervened or committed a crime relating to Jeffrey Epstein's case.
Democracy End Game Proposed
Trump vows to end use of mail-in ballots ahead of 2026 midterm election
U.S. President Donald Trump pledged on Monday to issue an executive order to end the use of mail-in ballots and voting machines ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, a move likely to disproportionately favor his Republican Party.
Holy Land Deal After Devistation
Hamas tells mediators it approves latest Gaza ceasefire proposal - Middle East crisis live
Hamas official tells Reuters news agency it has approved latest Gaza ceasefire proposal
Salacious Start To Work Week
True Romance: Hot Fun Sex With Married Co-Worker, Pro Girlfriend In Client Will & Freakiest Professions
Welcome to this week's edition of True Romance. I'm back from the beach, although I still fulfilled my duty to the romance community last week, and I'm happy to report that love is still in the air.
Kansas City Foodie Quick Bites
Plaza food hall returns with Lula's, Guy's, J. Rieger and more KC foodie favorites inside - Startland News
A hotel food hall - just up the hill from a main artery of the Country Club Plaza - is planning a restaurant rally this week; reopening its shared culinary experience with some of the Kansas City food scene's biggest local brands and a food hall rarity: full-service.
Nasty Accusations On Nice Side Of Bridge
Northland teacher charged in connection with 'weird comments' toward middle school students
A 39-year-old Liberty man faces three counts of misdemeanor assault following an investigation of inappropriate comments made toward middle school students last fall.
Home Team Clings To Hope
Photos: Royals sweep White Sox, remain in wildcard hunt
Kansas City Royals win three games over the Chicago White Sox to claim a series win before taking on the Texas Rangers.
Delicious Declaration . . .
Kansas lesser prairie chicken loses endangered species act protections after Texas court order
The decision by a Texas federal court removed the lesser prairie chicken of any endangered or threatened species protections, which were established through a Biden-era ruling. The Trump administration had tried to reverse the designation, on behalf of livestock and oil producers.
Summer Heat Slowly Fades . . .
Kansas City weather: Milder heat ahead this week; some rain chances Tuesday
Some scattered rain and storm chances pop up overnight into Tuesday.
Amy Winehouse - Rehab is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.
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