Kansas City Double Take: Local Study & Partisan Divide

This morning we're inspired to get a better handle on the local discourse by biz lady, celeb & fashionista hottie Lindsey as we check pop culture, community reporting and to headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Saving Local Lights

Turning on holiday cheer, cutting down energy costs

Putting up holiday lights takes a lot of energy, and so does turning them on. As you turn on the holiday cheer, there are a few ways to cut down the cost.

Golden Ghetto Gets New Tech

Delivery by drone: Shawnee prepares for Amazon's new delivery service

Amazon plans to deliver within a 7.5-mile radius of its Kansas City, Kan. warehouse on Riverside Avenue.

Newspaper Needs Clicks

These are the Kansas City area's most unsafe hospitals. See the ratings

A health care nonprofit just released its report on patient safety for fall 2025.

Celebrate Cowtown Science

At 25, Stowers Institute still searching for the secrets of life

When the Stowers Institute for Medical Research opened its Kansas City headquarters in 2000, much of the scientific world was skeptical that biomedical research could succeed in the Midwest.

Let Her Cook . . . 

Kansas City's Best Chef, Penny Mufuka, knows what the people want and delivers

Chef Penny Mufuka // Courtesy of Bamboo Penny's This post was paid for by Bamboo Penny's. Penny Mufuka earned the title of Best Chef of 2025, but it's tough to distinguish exactly why. Was it for her use of color in her recipes? Or for her balanced and aromatic dishes?

Today's Celeb Fashion Statement

Lindsey Pelas Popping Out Her String Bikini Asked About Shopping

Lindsey Pelas is nearly busting out of her teeny yellow bikini as she stuns in sneakers and attracts interesting questions.

MAGA Makes Historic Deal

Trump says US will sell F-35 stealth jets to Saudis as Prince Mohammed visits

Kingdom's de facto ruler to arrive on first White House trip since killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018

Progressive Divide Worsens

AOC distances herself from Hakeem Jeffries primary challenger

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez distanced herself from far-left effort to primary House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries in 2026, calling challenge "not a good idea."

MAGA Moves Apart

Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene blames Trump for hoax pizza harassment, pipe bomb threats: "I am not a traitor"

Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's received a pipe bomb threat, and fake pizza deliveries were sent to her home as she claims Trump's "vicious attacks" have made things more dangerous for her family.

Left Coast Trending

Mamdani's West Coast 'Sister' May Spark Cascade Of Socialist Politicians, Analysts Warn

Democratic Seattle Mayor-elect Katie Wilson's mayoral victory may encourage other "radical" leftist candidates to seek office, according to political analysts.

Fear Fuentes?!?

Trump's comments about Fuentes and Carlson could prolong a Republican rift over antisemitism

President Donald Trump is facing criticism for not condemning antisemitism within the conservative movement.

Dox Cause Damage

Larry Summers steps back from public role after Epstein emails emerge

The former US treasury secretary says he is "ashamed" of his emails to Jeffrey Epstein.

MAGA Release Date?!?

After months of infighting, House GOP could vote today to release the Epstein files

President Trump has pushed back against releasing the files, but shifted course over the weekend after it became clear the measure was likely to pass the House.

Case Against Coverup . . . 

Trump administration sues California for banning federal agents from wearing face coverings

The Department of Justice is suing California over two recently enacted laws that would prohibit federal agents from wearing facial coverings and require them to identify themselves while conducting their duties.

Prez Peace Plan Approved

UN security council votes to endorse Donald Trump's Gaza plan

The resolution, which includes references to an independent Palestine, was passed by a vote of 13-0 with China and Russia abstaining

War Against Vlad Cont'd

Ukraine needs more drones and better tactics, senior commander says

As winter looms and Russian forces adapt their tactics, Ukrainian troops need to double down on technological innovation and flood the front line with more drones to halt Moscow's territorial gains, a senior commander said.

Fear Far East Flexing

Japan warns citizens in China about safety as diplomatic crisis deepens

Japan has warned its citizens in China to step up safety precautions and avoid crowded places amid a deepening dispute between Beijing and Tokyo over Taiwan.

Billionaire Debates Pop Diva

Elon Musk Claps Back at Billie Eilish After She Slams Him for Hoarding Wealth

Elon Musk and Billie Eilish are officially at war -- at least online -- after the billionaire clapped back at the singer on the heels of her calling him a "f***ing pathetic p***y b**** coward."

Dude Uplifting & Off His Chest

I Had Surgery to Remove My 'Man Boobs' and My Life Has Never Been Better

No amount of exercise got rid of my breast tissue, so I took drastic action.

Pix Expose Forceful Play

Photos: Wichita Thunder lose to Kansas City Mavericks at annual Star Wars Night

Photo by Eli Ralls On Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, the Wichita Thunder squared off against the Kansas City Mavericks in an ECHL game that ended 3-2 in KC's favor. It was also a sold out Star Wars fan night, which is why you're gonna catch some stormtroopers in there.

Home Team Legend Lives

Royals' Alex Gordon makes 2026 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot

One of the best players in Kansas Royals history has the opportunity to place himself in rarefied air.

Forecast For Now . . . 

Cooler temperatures in Kansas City; rain chances increase later this week

Say goodbye to the 70s: Temperatures this week are expected to stay mild, but closer to normal November readings.

Ellie Goulding - Destiny is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.