Kansas City Wingspan: Local Good Deeds & MAGA African War Flex

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Local Good Cause Respite

Kansas City car show drives support for chronic illness awareness

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - This weekend, a local nonprofit teamed up with a south Kansas City church to prove that car shows can do more than showcase shiny rides - they can bring people together for a cause. Breathe Easy International, a nonprofit supporting those with chronic lung conditions, partnered with United Believers Community Church for [...]

Debate In The Dotte

Wyandotte County Mayor/CEO candidates share plans and priorities for office

Wyandotte County voters will choose a new mayor Tuesday. Candidates Christal Watson and Rose Mulvany Henry join Heart of the Matter to discuss their plans and priorities for office

Expect Obamacare Consequences

Local nonprofit braces for influx of uninsured patients as Affordable Care Act tax credits set to expire

More people won't be able to afford health insurance if lawmakers don't renew enhanced premium tax credits, which are set to expire at the end of this year.

Cowtown Kindness Across World

Kansas City-based nonprofit helps recovery efforts in Jamaica following devastating hurricane

Jamaica is in recovery mode after Hurricane Melissa slammed into its shores. A nonprofit with ties to the Kansas City area survived the storm and is now helping others pick up the pieces.

Hipsters Share Party Pix

Charlotte Street Foundation's Gala: Mix & Max Art Prom - IN Kansas City Magazine

On October 18, 2025, at the Charlotte Street campus, guests enjoyed a night of maximalist mischief, dancing, and over-the-top art. From photo ops to karaoke, contraband cocktails to cafeteria feasts, this was not your average school dance. Photos by Ashley Elwell of Threethree Photography

Former Doll Turns Angel . . . 

Nicole Scherzinger touts being a Christian in Hollywood, says faith 'gets a bad rap'

Former pop star Nicole Scherzinger reflected on Russell Brand hat controversy after 2024 election, and discussed her Christian faith and Hollywood church community in new interview.

MAGA Talks African Invasion

Trump doesn't rule out US troops on the ground in Nigeria over claims of 'killing of Christians'

President Donald Trump said he has instructed the Pentagon to prepare for possible action in Nigeria, if the government "continues to allow the killing of Christians."

Big Apple Votes On Socialism

NYC mayoral candidates ratchet up intensity on final day of early voting

Sunny skies drove voters to the polls on Sunday, with some having to wait more than 50 minutes at several voting sites.

Food For America First

USDA Secretary Says SNAP Will Be Drastically Reformed After Thousands Of Illegals Removed

Sec'y Rollins said thousands of illegals were taken off SNAP, and a drastic reform is underway to make sure those who are truly vulnerable receive benefits.

Supreme Trade War Argument

World awaits landmark US Supreme Court decision on Trump's tariffs

The top US court will decide if many of Trump's tariffs are legal in a case with major implications for presidential power and billions of dollars.

Prez Rebukes TV Talker

Trump calls Seth Meyers a 'lunatic' and labels his rhetoric 'illegal'

The president shared his ire, apparently in response to a recent segment Meyers did on his show in which the comedian mocked Trump for his comments about steam catapults.

Deuce Sparks Marriage Faith Debate

JD Vance repeats comments he wants wife Usha to convert to Christianity

US vice-president announces to 10,000 attenders of Turning Point USA that he prefers wife, who is Hindu, to be Christian

Scary Local Theater Debuts

A Shift in Perspective Gives New Life to 'Dracula' at KCRep - KC STUDIO

A new take on "Dracula" generally follows the story Stoker laid out, but with a major shift in perspective.

Grigs Previews Autumn Uptick

Temperatures soaring upward

Slim rain chances ahead

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