KC Review: Local Moves, Cash For Troops & Diane Keaton Tribute

Tonight we skip the cheesecake because Saturday night is mostly for nostalgia as we celebrate the career of an iconic actress who pretty much defined American conceptions of womanhood as we check more local news, top headlines & pop culture . . . 

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Local Airborne Traffic Concern

Federal government shutdown snarls airports, but KCI keeps lines moving

Airport officials at Kansas City International Airport are watching the government shutdown closely. So far, Kansas City travelers haven't seen a big impact in efficiency.

Give Police A Brake

KCPD officer hurt after car rear-ends patrol car

The other driver is in serious condition

Health Check Encouragement

Independence firefighter credits department's mandatory cancer screening for saving his life

For three years now, the Independence Fire Department has required annual physicals for all department members. Firefighter Spencer Ashley said a scan he underwent last year saved his life.

Tech Hype For The Dotte

Back to the people: Social venture firm connects WyCo entrepreneurs with a human-centered toolkit

An initiative built on collaboration with business boosters already embedded in urban communities is deepening Network Kansas' impact, said Erik Pederson, sharing how the strategy helps more readily connect entrepreneurs to available resources like loans and technical assistance.

Playing Defense With Newsies

Chris Jones tells his side of the final play against Jaguars: 'I thought it was over'

The Kansas City Chiefs' star defensive tackle explains what happened during the final defensive play of the loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Curtain Call For American Icon

Diane Keaton, Oscar-winning actress, dies at 79

Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress known for memorable roles in films like "Annie Hall" and "The Godfather" trilogy, has died at the age of 79. NBC News' Maggie Vespa has a look back at her remarkable career.

MAGA Moves Money Military

Trump directs Pentagon to use 'all available funds' to pay troops despite shutdown

President Donald Trump said Saturday that he has directed the Defense Department to use "all available funds" to ensure U.S. troops are paid Wednesday despite the government shutdown, a short-term fix that will not apply to the hundreds of thousands of federal workers who have been furloughed.

Progressively Sketchy Moves

Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani could be New York City's next mayor. Here's how it happened

Mamdani has been a member of the Democratic Socialists of America since 2017.

Community Fears Payback

Trump's indictment of New York attorney general Letitia James stirs concerns for Black women leaders

The indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James on allegations of mortgage fraud has raised alarms among her allies and Black leaders, who condemned it as a politicization of the justice system for President Donald Trump's personal grievances.

Reagan-Era Power Move Remembered

Air traffic controllers working without pay get warning from boss: 'Staff that aren't dedicated like we need, we'll let them go' | Fortune

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told Fox Business that workers calling in sick are causing major disruptions to air traffic, and it won't be tolerated.

MAGA Purges Neo-Cons

Federal prosecutors meeting this weekend to finalize potential Bolton indictment | CNN Politics

The meeting comes seven weeks after federal agents removed documents and electronics from Bolton's home and office in court-approved searches.

Spicy French Connection Suffers Tax Crackdown

Libertines desert swingers' clubs for private sex parties

Paris's legendary clubs fear being pushed out of business by 'unfair' competitors who disregard health and safety - and, quelle horreur, don't pay tax

New York Times Celebrates Cowtown Cuisine 

Is Kansas City Still the Barbecue Capital of America?

Most mornings, Ollie Gates, the 93-year-old patriarch of a Kansas City barbecue dynasty, drives himself to the Gates Bar-B-Q location

Grigs Shares Forecast

Windy Sunday with a spotty rain chance

Scattered showers expected Monday

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.