Kansas City Glance: Street Life Dangers & Debatable Shutdown

Right now we celebrate the biz acumen and fashion sense of celeb & hottie Kylie along with a peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Cowtown Climate Unchanged?!?

Urban legend says the 'Tonganoxie Split' protects Kansas City from tornadoes. Is it real?

A local weather phenomenon holds that the 6,100-person town of Tonganoxie, Kansas, can weaken and divide thunderstorms and tornadoes. Experts are mixed on its existence - and what causes it - but locals say otherwise.

Tragic Postscript

Pedestrian killed in overnight crash in Independence

Independence Police say the crash happened about 2:45 a.m. on eastbound MO 78 Highway, west of MO 7 Highway.

Medical Aftermath

Kansas City doctor hurt in hit and run heading for specialized care, police still looking for suspect

Dr. Saswat Das, a Children's Mercy pediatric cardiologist, is recovering after a hit-and-run crash. Police seek the driver of a red Ford Fusion.

Paper Breaks Pre-COVID News 

How a UG Commissioner was cleared of 2019 felony after taking office years later

After he took office in 2023, prosecutors dismissed a felony charge against Commissioner Philip Lopez because the company he allegedly issued a worthless check to closed.

Street Life Redux

1 critically injured in Monday night shooting in Kansas City

A man was critically injured in a shooting Oct. 20 in Kansas City, MO at 57th Street and Askew Ave., according to police.

More Support For Suburban Teacher

'She took the right action': Mother of child in Blue Valley School District incident speaks out

The mother of a child in the Blue Valley School District supports her son's former teacher who was fired after she violated district policy when she helped the woman's son during a problem at school.

Classy Local Tradition Endures

KC Ballet Takes Flight with Swan Lake - KC STUDIO

Kansas City Ballet presents Devon Carney's Swan Lake. Photography by Brett Pruitt & East Market Studios. The Kansas City Ballet launched its season this weekend with an exquisite, enchanting "Swan Lake," that most iconic of classical ballets. Indeed, for many, "Swan Lake" is the very definition of ballet.

Everybody Loves Billionaire Besties 

Kylie Jenner Supported by Her Famous Family and Friends as Kylie Cosmetics Celebrates Its 10-Year Anniversary

Kylie Jenner celebrated 10 years of Kylie Cosmetics with her family and friends at a pop-up event in West Hollywood on Friday, Oct. 17. She launched Kylie Cosmetics in 2015 with a collection of lip liners and liquid lipsticks, and the business will celebrate a decade in business in November.

Progressive Demands On MAGA

Democrats call on 'disengaged' Trump to get involved to end shutdown

The top two Democratic leaders have requested a meeting with Trump after the last one went sideways. Some Republicans say it wouldn't hurt for him to engage more, but doubt he will.

Conservatives Survey Reveals Important Minority Opinion

Poll: 4 in 10 Say Illegal Immigrants Who Haven't Committed Crimes Should Be Deported

Four in ten believe that illegal immigrants who have not committed crimes should still be deported, according to a recent survey.

Vlad Strike Again

Six dead in Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities - officials

The airstrikes came as US President Donald Trump says his plans for an imminent summit in Budapest with Russia's Vladimir Putin have been shelved.

Republicans Opt Out After Nasty Texts Exposed

Trump nominee Ingrassia bows out of hearing amid GOP pushback

Ingrassia is the latest in a recent string of troubled nominations.

Rocketman Pops Off Again

North Korea launches ballistic missiles days before Trump's visit to the peninsula

North Korea test fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles Wednesday, just days before President Donald Trump is expected to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea.

Ladies Stay Losing Commitment

Why lesbian couples face a higher divorce risk: New study explores the mystery

Why do lesbian couples divorce more often than others? A recent Finnish study offers news insights into this question, finding that differences in family history and relationship timing help explain the pattern-but don't fully resolve the mystery.

Fearless Urban Party Cont'd

Northeast Arts KC Celebrates 30 Years with an ARTy Halloween pARTy - Northeast News

Northeast Arts KC is turning 30, and they're inviting the community to help celebrate at this year's ARTy Halloween pARTy, happening from 6 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, October 25 at St. John Gardens, 3922 St. John Avenue.

Savor Foodie Turnover

Owners of Ginger Sue's announce retirement, new ownership

Ginger Sue's, a beloved restaurant with locations across the Kansas City area, is now under new ownership.

Colder Cowtown For Early Birds

Frost is possible this morning

Get prepared for some rain over the weekend

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