Kansas City News Look: Crafty Locals & MAGA Cancels Free Speech???

For Saturday afternoon "real ones" we offer what might be the last compilation of Summer 2025 in tribute to pro-golfer, celeb & Insta hottie Paige by way of pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Cowtown Artisans Endure

Kansas City is keeping heritage crafts and historic art forms alive. Here's where to learn them

At the Kansas City Renaissance Fair and beyond, you can explore historic arts and heritage crafts - including blacksmithing, armor and chainmail making, basket weaving and more - with local artisans, classes, and clubs.

Tragic Local Street Life

Woman, 77, killed crossing U.S. 24 Highway Friday night in Independence

A 77-year-old woman walking with her dog was struck and killed Friday night while crossing U.S. 24 Highway in Independence.

Dead-Tree Paywall Irony

Kansas City's democracy depends on public infrastructure of a free press | Opinion

Reliable information should unite us, and it's most important at the local level. We must fight rumor and stand up for the First Amendment. | Opinion

Taste Suburban Good Life

Clementine's Ice Cream Opens In Prairie Village Today

Prairie Village's newest ice cream shop, Clementine's, officially opens its door this week with a grand opening will take place this Friday.

Salvy Cuts Loose

Royals unleash 27-hit barrage in 20-1 beatdown of Blue Jays

The Blue Jays had more coaches ejected than runs scored. The Royals scored 10 runs against a backup catcher. *Whew*

Diva Fashions Future

Paige Spiranac teases first look at her 2026 calendar with racy underwear post: 'Robe not included'

Golf influencer Paige Spiranac has teased her forthcoming calendar with a racy new social media post. Spiranac recently scored a cameo role in 'Happy Gilmore 2'.

MAGA Against Free Speech???

Trump Claims Excessive Criticism of Him on TV Is 'Illegal' and 'No Longer Free Speech'

President Donald Trump claimed that beyond a certain point, criticism of him on television networks is "illegal" and "no longer free speech."

Socialism Divides Dems

Exclusive | NY Dem Party boss explains controversial decision to stand against Zohran Mamdani: 'I am not reckless'

New York Democratic Chairman Jay Jacobs explained on Friday his controversial decision to buck Gov. Kathy Hochul and refuse to endorse the party's lefty mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani.

EPIC Tribute Expected

Charlie Kirk memorial in Arizona expected to draw 100,000, with Trump and Vance headlining

Around 100,000 people are anticipated to show up on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, for the memorial service of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated at Utah Valley University.

Cash Fight Reconsidered

Top Democrats ask for a meeting with Trump ahead of government shutdown

In new letter to President Trump, Democratic congressional leaders Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries request a meeting to discuss the path forward for government funding ahead of a Sept. 30 deadline.

Conservatives Hesitate To Cancel First Amendment 

Even Tucker Carlson is worried about Trump's free speech crackdown | Arwa Mahdawi

The former Fox News host is speaking out against the administration's response to the Charlie Kirk shooting

Baller Backs Investigation

Colin Kaepernick paying for independent autopsy of college student found hanging from tree

Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick is funding an independent autopsy for Trey Reed, the student who was found hanging from a free at Delta State University.

Travel Pauses Across Pond

Cyberattack disrupts systems, causes delays at major European airports

A cyberattack targeting check-in and boarding systems has disrupted air traffic at several major European airports.

Holy Land Fight Forever

Israeli strikes kill 14 in Gaza City as some countries prepare to recognize Palestinian state

Israeli strikes have killed at least 14 people overnight in Gaza City, according to health officials.

Vlad Attacks Again

Ukraine says three killed in 'massive' Russian aerial attack

President Zelensky says Moscow seeks to "intimidate civilians", while Russia reports four deaths in a Ukrainian strike.

Celeb Scare After Macabre Find

Body Discovered Inside Singer D4vd's Tesla Identified as Teen Missing for Over a Year

Celeste Rivas had been missing for nearly 18 months before her remains were found at Hollywood Tow on Sept. 8. Since the remains were identified, the singer's tour has been canceled.

Gen-X Hipster Targeted???

Morrissey cancels shows in U.S. after receiving 'credible' assassination threat

The cancellation of the shows comes days after a man was reportedly arrested for threatening to kill Morrissey at a concert in Canada.

About Good Vibrations

21 of the Very Best Sex Toys for Couples

Our sex-toys writer found the best sex toys for couples according to sex therapists and relationship experts, including vibrators, rings, and accessories.

Cowtown Classic Pix

Photos: UB40 brought the hits to the Uptown

UB40. // photo by Allison Scavo UB40 Uptown Theater Tuesday, September 16 Touring in support of last year's UB45, and celebrating their 45th anniversary as a band, British reggae act UB40 took to the stage of the Uptown on Tuesday night to run through each and every one of their hits and then some after the Boss Hooligan Sound System...

Weekend Weather Look . . . 

First Warn Forecast: First Warn for Saturday as persistent rain chances kick off

Rain is the theme of this weekend and much of our upcoming work week.

Justice – Neverender (Starring Tame Impala) is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.