Kansas City News Look: Dead-Tree Options, Street Tragedy & MAGA Monument

More than 20 years ago we thought about this blog as a tribute to model, fashionista and all around superior person hottie Heidi. Obviously, we made the wrong decision but that won't stop us from quickly taking a peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines to start this #TBT as the Germanic celeb preps to dominate another Halloween. . .

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Printing Opportunity?!?

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Apply for a Star internship for an opportunity to work in our newsroom. Positions are available in reporting, audience engagement and visual journalism.


Morning Crash Aftermath

Motorcyclist killed in wreck near Ford Claycomo plant

Authorities said a motorcycle struck a car just before 6 a.m. Thursday


Survivor Earns Tribute

'I'm never going to stop fighting': Platte County prosecutor earns state honor while battling stage 4 cancer

A Platte County prosecutor is being recognized for her work in the courtroom-while quietly facing a challenge of her own.


Local Running Joke

Here's a map of roads closed for Garmin Kansas City Marathon this weekend

The Garmin Kansas City Marathon will cause multiple road closures throughout the city on Saturday, with the race starting at 7 a.m.


Facade Strategy

Open Doors: Here's how KCMO plans to turn empty storefronts into a World Cup stage for local talent

Applications are now open for grants of up to $10,000 for businesses and artists who want to activate underutilized or vacant commercial spaces in the downtown area during the coming FIFA World Cup to showcase Kansas City's entrepreneurial spirit.


Celeb Offers Sneak Peek

Heidi Klum teases this year's over-the-top Halloween costume: 'This is just the beginning'

Klum previously shared that she plans to be "extra ugly" and "super scary" for her annual Heidiween bash.


Beltway Golden Age?!?

Trump makes plans for arch to be built near Lincoln Memorial as entry to DC

President Trump on Wednesday detailed plans for an arch to be built near the Lincoln Memorial at the entrance to Washington, D.C., the latest instance of Trump's efforts to give the capital a...


Progressive Denial . . . 

AOC dodges question on taxpayer-funded healthcare for illegal immigrants at town hall

During a CNN town hall, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., repeatedly dodged questions about whether she believes illegal immigrants should receive taxpayer-funded healthcare.


Hateration Underestimated

JD Vance dismisses bipartisan outrage over racist and offensive Young Republican group chat

The public release of a Young Republican group chat that included racist language, jokes about rape and flippant commentary on gas chambers prompted bipartisan calls for those involved to be removed from or resign their positions.


SCOTUS Talks Redistricting

Why the Supreme Court may erode a key Voting Rights Act tenet

The court's decision could gut the Voting Rights Act and reshape how race is considered in redistricting.


Rough Trade Completed In Holy Land

Remains of last female Hamas hostage and IDF soldier handed over to Israel

Israel receives the body of Inbar Hayman, the last female hostage remaining in Gaza, who was killed at the Nova festival during the Oct. 7 attacks.


Understanding Drone War

Inside Ukraine's drone campaign to blitz Russia's energy industry

Ukraine has used long-range drone strikes against Russian energy infrastructure to undercut Russia's economy and try to bring Moscow to the negotiating table.


Local Old School Laughs

Fred Armisen at The Midland

Fred Armisen on the Comedy For Musicians But Everyone Is Welcome Tour at The Midland Theatre in Kansas City, MO, on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025.


Pumpkin Spice Uptick

Winds and temperatures rise today

First Alert Weather Impact Day on Friday for scattered evening storms

1995 Billboard #1 "Kiss From A Rose" by Seal is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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