Kansas City News Glare: Local Exhibits, Rocket Attacks & Maybe MAGA Holy War

This morning local fashionista, model, mum and Insta hottie angel Erin inspires our peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Kicking Off More Hype

EXCLUSIVE | National WWI Museum and Memorial plans unprecedented soccer-themed World Cup exhibition

Soccer played an important role in World War I. That rich history will be on display during FIFA World Cup 26 next summer through a special exhibition at the National World War I Museum and Memorial.

Forget Low Turnout . . . 

KMBC 9 Editorial Oct. 31, 2025: Vote in your local election

Off-year elections don't always draw the same attention as national contests, but the decisions made in local races often have the biggest impact.

More Resources Inside Loop

Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center opening new pediatric wing in downtown Kansas City

The Kansas City community health clinic will throw a ribbon cutting on November 7 to open its new pediatric wing. The space will focus on preventative care for mothers and children, and reflects the priorities of its namesake, Samuel Rodgers.

Chef Uplifts Locals

Erin-Michelle Luttrell joins Holiday Baking Championship with mission to spotlight food insecurity crisis

Erin-Michelle Luttrell makes her Holiday Baking Championship debut while using her platform to raise awareness about the growing food insecurity crisis.

Mariah Carey Season Underway

Christmas tree lightings, holiday displays across Kansas City area 2025

Cities and attractions around the Kansas City area are getting their Christmas trees, lights and décor up for everyone to see.

Angel Retrospective . . .

Erin Heatherton's Debut Shoot With SI Swimsuit Aged Like a Fine Wine-Revisit Our Favorite Photos

Heatherton brought her A-game and so much more to her debut shoot.

MAGA Threatens African Nation

Trump orders military to prepare plans for 'action' in Nigeria

The US president says his threat is over killings of Christians - though experts say there is no evidence they are disproportionately targeted.

Progressively Out Of Ideas?!?

Bill Maher fears Democratic Party is becoming a 'ghost brand,' draws comparison to Sears

On Friday's episode of "Real Time," host Bill Maher expressed concern that the Democratic Party is becoming a "ghost brand,' similar to former department store giant Sears.

Vlad Knocks Out Lights

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill two, leave Donetsk region without power

Russian air attacks on Ukraine killed two people overnight and left tens of thousands more - and the entire eastern Donetsk region - without power, Ukrainian officials said on Sunday.

Cartel Crackdown Cont'd

U.S. military strikes alleged drug boat in the Caribbean killing 3, Hegseth says

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the boat was known for smuggling and the three were "narco-terrorists." He did not provide any evidence of the claims.

Brits Suffer Weekend Tragedy

UK train stabbings injure nine, police arrest two suspects

Nine people were treated for life-threatening injuries after a series of stabbings on a train near Cambridge in eastern England on Saturday, and two men were arrested in what Prime Minister Keir Starmer called an "appalling incident."

El Papa Mourns . . . 

Pope says he will spiritually visit loved ones' graves today

"In these first days of November, the resurrection of the crucified Jesus from the dead sheds light on the destiny of each one of us."

Local Sweetness Endures

André's chocolatier celebrates 70 years in Kansas City: 'What we do is not cookie-cutter-ist'

André's Confiserie Suisse, a family-run chocolatier for 70 years, helped redefine accessible luxury in the Midwest. While the Overland Park location is set to close at the end of the year, the brand has no plans to slow production.

Autumn Chill . . . 

First freeze of the season tonight, pleasant Sunday afternoon

Isolated rain showers persist mainly in eastern areas until 9 PM; otherwise, cloud cover will slowly back out this evening.

Edwin Hawkins Singers - Oh Happy Day is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.