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Kansas City Cover: Another SNAP Decision, 

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Locals Step Up Assistance

Harvesters faces challenges meeting demand amid SNAP funding woes

The government shutdown has created a real need for the community to rely on Harvesters, a local nonprofit that provides food to those in need.

Announcing Salty Moniker

Kansas City's newest outdoor amphitheater is getting a new name

Kansas City's newest live music destination just got a new name - paying homage to a world-famous company headquartered in the metro.

Guv Waiting Game

Kansas City airport may have flights delayed or canceled by FAA cuts. Here's what to know

Kansas City International is not one of the 40 airports expected to be subject to air traffic reductions due to the government shutdown. But the Kansas City Aviation Department says travelers will likely see cancelations or delays because most affected airports are served nonstop from MCI.

Building Local History

Carriage House

Originally built in 1909 to house the Long family's horses, the historic Carriage House is now being thoughtfully restored and reimagined as a dynamic new educational space on The Museum of Kansas City's campus.

Deep Dive For Rose

From Overland Park to the Atlantic: Collector's Titanic artifacts anchor Union Station exhibit

More than a century ago, one ship carried dreams, ambition and fate across the icy Atlantic. A marvel of engineering and luxury, the RMS Titanic became a legend in a single tragic night.

Celeb Suffers Tech Snafu

Gwyneth Paltrow suffers rare beauty FAIL as she snaps selfie

Gwyneth Paltrow suffered a rare beauty fail this week while on her way to a high-profile event.

Bench Moves MAGA

Federal judge orders Trump administration to make full November SNAP payments | CNN Politics

A federal judge in Rhode Island said Thursday that the Trump administration must fully cover food stamp benefits for tens of millions of Americans in November.

Mexican Standoff: Too Much?!?

Democrats Vow To Continue Shutdown For Sake Of The Party's 'Brand'

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy said Thursday his party's "brand" could undergo "substantial damage" if Democrats were to cave and reopen the federal government.

Applauding Boomer Bow Out

"Follow her example": Pelosi's retirement reignites Democrats' generational warfare

Several House Democrats said they expect Pelosi's former No. 2, Steny Hoyer, to retire next.

Pricey Life Lesson

A former teacher shot her 6-year-old student wins a $10 million jury verdict

Abby Zwerner's lawsuit that accused an administrator of ignoring warnings that a child had a gun at Newport News, Va., school that day. A bullet damaged her left hand and remains in her chest.

Assault With Deli Weapon Overlooked

Jury acquits D.C. 'sandwich guy' charged with chucking a sub at a federal agent

Jurors showed no appetite for the Justice Department's case against "sandwich guy," the D.C. resident who chucked a Subway sandwich at the chest of a federal officer, finding him not guilty on Thursday after several hours of deliberations.

Holy Land Strikes Back

Israeli jets strike southern Lebanon towns, escalating near-daily attacks

Israeli jets have struck several towns in southern Lebanon after urging residents to leave. This marks an escalation in their near-daily strikes on the country.

Faith Community Consequence 

Afghanistan opium crop falls sharply after Taliban ban - UN report

Afghanistan used to produce more than 80% of global opium but a Taliban ban has cut that to a fraction.

El Papa Offers Plan

Pope Leo meets Palestinian president, calls for two-state solution to "end the conflict" in the Middle East

The Vatican recognized Palestine a decade ago, and Pope Leo has backed statehood, even if that looks increasingly unlikely.

Chop Tech Conversation Cont'd

Ukraine in 'positive' talks with US on missiles, ambassador says, Bloomberg News reports

Ukraine is engaged in "positive" talks about buying Tomahawk missiles and other long-range weaponry with the United States, Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S., Olha Stefanishyna, told Bloomberg News on Thursday.

Jamaican Me Wait

'We need help': devastated Jamaican villages still await aid after Hurricane Melissa

Ravaged villages near Montego Bay recount what last week's category 5 storm took from them

French Connection FAIL

You'll never guess the Louvre's onetime CCTV password. (You absolutely will) | CNN

A French court released a report Thursday slamming the leadership of the Louvre for its focus on headline-grabbing purchases and renovation projects over maintaining the security of on of the world's largest museums.

New Boss Same As Old Boss

Best Sugar Momma Websites and Apps: How to Find a Sugar Mommy

Looking for the best sugar momma sites to find wealthy women? Our experts have reviewed the top 12 to help you find the perfect one. Click here to learn more.

Party District Fixer Upper

KC's 'Horn Doctor' handcrafts jazz preservation, keeping soul, tradition alive on Vine Street

Across the historic intersection at Kansas City's 12th and Vine streets, B.A.C. Musical Instruments operates as one of the few remaining American factories handcrafting professional brass instruments. "People say New Orleans is where jazz was born," Mike Corrigan said. "Kansas City is where it grew up."

Setting Urban Tone

Knuckleheads Saloon: Kansas City's Legendary East Bottoms Stage Brings Music to Life Nightly - Northeast News

Local Chill Sets In . . . 

Kansas City weather: Mild stretch ends as hard freeze possible Sunday and Monday

The Kansas City area will enjoy two more mild afternoons before a sharp drop in temperatures arrives by the end of the weekend.

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