Kansas City Cleanup: Local Turkey Day Prep, Deuce Dropped & Tough Talk

In the early days of this blog we were inspired by the "talents" of presenter, fashionista and aspiring actress hottie Lucy . . . Recently, poking around our archives we noticed a fair use reference of her work that kinda speaks to the moment and so many locals getting their homes ready for company during the holidays . . . Meanwhile, we merely offer a bit of respite by checking and sharing pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Local Feast Downsized . . . 

Kansas City families get creative with grocery lists for Thanksgiving shopping

With Thanksgiving just one week away, Kansas City-area shoppers are making tough choices about their holiday meals as grocery prices continue to strain family budgets.

Sound Off Down By River

City leaders speak on impact of new amphitheater in Riverside

The city of Riverside will soon be home to a new outdoor music venue, the Morton Amphitheater.

Coping With BBQ Crisis

Famous Kansas City barbecue restaurant suddenly closed for emergency repairs

A waterline broke on the second floor of its location and crews are working to make repairs before the restaurant can reopen.

Dividends & Dividing Lines

On The Vine: Applause to KC artists & plan for 'Black Wall Street' east of Troost

On The Vine visits with Black artists planning for 2026 World Cup and hears from a KC business owner about building a Black Wall Street here

Celebrate Another Season Of Campy Cowtown Cinema

Kansas City to shine in new Hallmark Channel Christmas special featuring Brad Paisley

"A Hometown Holiday Christmas Special" will be filmed the weekend of Nov. 28-30 at Crown Center.

Fashion Statement Across Pond

Russell Martin and Page 3 icon topless dip in Scottish loch after Rangers sack

Russell Martin was sacked by Rangers on Sunday after just 123 days in charge and he was spotted letting off steam with a public dip in Loch Lomond with his Page 3 icon partner

White House Walks Back Social Media Tough Talk

Trump accuses Democrats of 'seditious behavior, punishable by death,' for urging military to ignore illegal orders

Trump accused several Democratic lawmakers of "seditious behavior," calling for them "be arrested and put on trial" and added that sedition is "punishable by death."

Deets On Indictment

Democratic congresswoman charged with stealing $5M in FEMA funds, making illegal campaign contributions: DOJ

The indictment alleges the $5 million was an overpayment on a contract.

MAGA Doubles Down On Name Calling

White House defends Trump calling female reporter 'Piggy'

The president has escalated his attacks on the press amid political blowback for his handling of files related to deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Right-Wing Blinks Before Midterms

GOP Walking Right Into Democrats' Carefully Laid Trap

As the political world turns its sights to the 2026 midterm elections, one issue will outweigh all the rest: affordability.

Progressive Payback?!?

Justice department investigates handling of Adam Schiff's mortgage fraud case

Inquiry centers on whether two Trump allies influenced the Schiff mortgage investigation as prosecutors struggle to build the case

White House Absent As Former Deuce Dropped Into Ground

Bush, Biden and former vice presidents honor Dick Cheney, while Trump, Vance snubbed for funeral invitation | CNN Politics

Political figures from across the aisle gathered Thursday in Washington, DC, for former Vice President Dick Cheney's funeral - sending off a key figure of pre-MAGA Republican politics.

Turkey Missing From Carve Up

Trump approves 28-point Ukraine-Russia peace plan, but so far, Ukraine is not on board

Trump has endorsed a 28-point proposal to end Russia's war on Ukraine, but there's no indication Kyiv will accept the terms, which appear to favor Russia.

World News Offers Environmental Irony 

Fire disrupts COP30 climate talks as UN chief urges deal

Talks at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil were disrupted on Thursday after a fire broke out in the venue, triggering an evacuation just as negotiators were hunkering down to try to land a deal to strengthen international climate efforts.

Former Hollywood Star Suffers Harsh Times 

Kevin Spacey Says He's Homeless and 'Living in Hotels,' Claims Hollywood Exile Would Be Over 'If Scorsese or Tarantino Call Tomorrow'

Kevin Spacey announced in an interview with The Telegraph that he is officially homeless after his Hollywood film career came crashing down amid various sexual assault allegations. "I'm living in hotels, I'm living in Airbnbs," the two-time Oscar winner said. "I'm going where the work is.

Celebrate Half Century Boogie

Sexy and older aren't mutually exclusive - here's proof

At 51, Rosie Green isn't ready to retire from feeling sexy. Here she dives into the world of women proving you can still be desirable post-50

Toy Train Hype Machine Never Stops

KC Streetcar Main Street Extension draws praise from riders after first month of service

Kansas City Streetcar riders are embracing the new Main Street extension that opened almost a month ago.

Rewarding Teachable Moment

Kansas City public school teacher's dedication rewarded with historic Midland Loft

Brooke Wurtz, a Faxon Elementary School educator, was surprised to learn she'd been chosen among more than 100 teachers to receive a rent-free apartment.

Local Hipsters Look Inward 

Highlighting Local Gems

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KC Faves Offer New Drop

Katy Guillen & The Drive Release 'Make That Sound'

Last weekend, Katy Guillen & The Drive celebrated the release of their new album, "Make That Sound," with heavy rock riffs and a few epic surprises.

November Rain Redux . . . 

IMPACT DAY: prepare for rain Thursday evening and Friday morning

Thursday will have high temperatures around 64 degrees; a majority of the rain we'll see is likely after 7 p.m. and Friday morning.

Billboard #1 in 1985, Kool & The Gang - Cherish is the #TBT song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.