KC Way: Streetcar Party, No Fault Tragedy & MAGA Drug War

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Toy Train Part Deux Debut

Kansas City celebrates grand opening of streetcar's Main Street Extension

City leaders and community members alike celebrated Friday as the KC Streetcar opened its Main Street Extension, a project that's been years in the making.

Tragic Postscript

Driver found not at fault in fatal crash that killed 10-year-old Leawood boy

The Leawood Police Department determined that the driver was not at fault in the crash that claimed the life of a 10-year-old boy on Monday, Oct. 13.

Inferno Aftermath

Kansas City firefighters battle massive fire at apartments

A two-alarm fire at apartments near 35th and Euclid forced Kansas City firefighters into a defensive attack Friday morning.

Bittersweet Conclusion

Andre's Confiserie Suisse announces closure of South Overland Park location

The couple running the daytime cafe and chocolate shop, Brigitte and Kevin Gravino, say they are hanging up their hats to spend more time with their grandchildren.

Another Hipster Hangout Begins

Afterword Tavern & Shelves turns the page on KC's nightlife

Afterword Tavern & Shelves brings a unique, living-room experience to the nightlife scene with their hybrid bookstore and bar.

D-List Love Reunites

Inside Megan Fox and MGK's Reconciliation Since Welcoming a Baby Girl: 'They Haven't Put a Label on It' (Exclusive Source)

Megan Fox and MGK, who welcomed their daughter Saga in March, "act like a couple but they haven't put a label on it or made anything official," a source exclusively tells PEOPLE.

MAGA Demands Payback

Trump calls for Jack Smith, others to be prosecuted over Jan. 6 probe

President Trump called for some former Biden administration officials, including Jack Smith and Merrick Garland, to be prosecuted over their involvement in Jan. 6 election investigation.

Progressive Move Toward Socialism

Hasan Piker on why the Democratic party fears Zohran Mamdani

On the latest episode of Newsweek's 1600, Hasan Piker shifts from culture wars to politics, spotlighting Zohran Mamdani's rise in New York City.

Right-Wing Mocks Turnabout

Letitia James Claims Mortgage Fraud Case Is About 'Weaponized' Justice System

New York Attorney General Letitia James claimed that the mortgage fraud case brought against her is about a "weaponized" justice system.

MAGA Carrier Moves Signal South Of Border Drug War

Trump considering plans to target cocaine facilities inside Venezuela, officials say | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump is considering plans to target cocaine facilities and drug trafficking routes inside Venezuela, though he has not yet made a decision on whether to move forward with them, three US officials told CNN.

Noting Walking Papers 

US says it now plans to deport Abrego Garcia to Liberia as soon as Oct. 31

The U.S. government now plans to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia. A statement from his immigration attorneys on Friday that calls the plan "punitive, cruel, and unconstitutional."

Political Pre-Crime Satire

"Conception Begins At Erection Act" could be a new law in Ohio which would make it illegal for men to have sex without intent to make a baby

A memo sent out by Rader and Somani to other representatives to co sponsor says "the legislation seeks to ensure that men share responsibility in reproductive health, particularly in light of the numerous bills introduced across the country in recent years that disproportionally target women's access to abortion and contraception."

Out-Of-Towners Love Toy Train 

Kansas City, Missouri, streetcar riders give Main Street extension straight A's on opening day

Kansas City, Missouri, streetcar riders gave the new Main Street extension glowing reviews on its opening day, with most passengers awarding the long-awaited transit addition straight A's.

Soggy Weekend Starts

Kansas City weather: Rain lingering Friday evening; more showers this weekend

Rain is expected throughout the day Saturday, so keep an umbrella on hand.

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