Kansas City Overview: Deadly Crashes, Barefoot Politics & Guardsmen Shot In D.C.

Just a quick check-in as we share some of our reading today .  . . 

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Evening Tragedy Aftermath

Person killed after being struck by car on I-70 in Kansas City, Kansas

The incident was reported around 5:15 p.m. Wednesday on I-70, just east of College Parkway.

The Dotte Offers Kindness

Wyandotte County residents rally, calling new homelessness ordinance 'inhumane'

"It feels like a punishment to those who are already suffering," one person said.

Locals Deliver Feast

Volunteers deliver Thanksgiving meals to people who are homebound in Kansas City area

Volunteers with the Salvation Army on the day before Thanksgiving delivered more than 1,000 meals to people who are homebound.

Housing Hot Mess Cont'd

'It's been hard trying to find somewhere to go': Unlivable apartments force residents from KCMO complex

Residents of Olive Park Village apartments will have to find new places to live after the Kansas City Health Department deemed the complex unlivable.

Stop Looking At Ur Phone . . . 

Kansas City woman asks drivers to avoid distractions after father's crash

A Kansas City woman is urging drivers to stay focused and safe on the roads after her father was seriously injured in a multi-vehicle crash earlier this month.

Today's Beltway Tragedy

Two National Guard members in critical condition after shooting near White House, AP source says

Two National Guard soldiers have been shot near the White House and their conditions aren't immediately known, according to two law enforcement officials not authorized to discuss the matter publicly and who spoke to AP on condition of anonymity.

Uproar Amid Threat . . .  

Shock and dismay after national guard troops shot near White House

Amid a frenetic scene, some residents said Trump's militarization of the capital had much to answer for

Unhealthy Flight Hypocrisy 

RFK Jr's barefoot plane photo resurfaces amid push for airport dress code

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has urged Americans to dress "with respect" during air travel ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday - but a 2023 image of RFK Jr walking barefoot on a plane has resurfaced

Right-Wing Clowns Gen Alpha

Poll: Majority Likely Voters Under 40 Say Want 'Democratic Socialist'

A majority of likely voters under the age of 40 say they want to see a "democratic socialist" win the next presidential election.

Name Calling After Social Clip

Sen. Kelly says Pete Hegseth 'totally unqualified' after being bashed over display of medals

In an appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz. blasted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, calling him unqualified, saying he wants to please Trump.

Gearing Up For Far East Fight 

Taiwan plans extra $40 billion defense budget to deter China - DW - 11/26/2025

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said the spending was aimed at "defending democratic Taiwan," with its military targeting a "high level" of readiness by 2027 to counter China.

Profit From Peace?!?

Oil prices drop on expectations of ceasefire in Ukraine unlocking Russian supply

Oil prices fell on Thursday on expectations of a Ukraine‑Russia ceasefire which could pave the way for the unwinding of Western sanctions against Russian supply, though trading was set to remain thin due to the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday.

For Last Minute Turkeys

Are any Kansas City-area grocery stores open on Thanksgiving?

If you couldn't make it to the grocery store before Thanksgiving, you may still have a chance to get what you need. But you'll want to plan ahead.

Autumn Chill Forecast . . . 

Kansas City weather: Cold and dry through Thanksgiving night

You won't see rain or snow until this weekend, but you will need a coat for Thanksgiving festivities or the Plaza Lighting Ceremony.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.