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New Watering Hole On The Way

Kansas City's only drinking water treatment plant is turning 100. It may be time to build a backup

For nearly a century, the city's drinking water purification process has taken place with few major hiccups at a lone Briarcliff facility. But KC Water leaders say maintenance costs are climbing and aging concrete is a concern. They're urging support for a new treatment plant in Kansas City.

Newsflash: It's All A Scam . . . 

Scammers could take advantage of those looking for World Cup tickets

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - Interest in tickets for World Cup soccer matches in Kansas City is already warming up. Some are already being sold, and cost nearly $900 on the secondary market. Police are also aware this will likely lead to ticket scams. Arrowhead Stadium can hold 76,000 fans, and every seat is likely to [...]

Today's Teachable Moment

New Stanley school to remain open under modified plan

The KCKPS school board approved a school boundary plan that does not include closing New Stanley Elementary.

Rules Of Road

KSHB 41 reporters share how districts across the Kansas City area handle bus stop-arm violations

Our teams of reporters look into bus stop-arm violations across the Kansas City area. We examine how districts across the metro are handling this dangerous problem.

Tech Glitch Resolved 

After years-long fight with neighbors, DoorDash moves its KC convenience store

The new location has more parking for delivery drivers.

Kangaroo Inspiration

Emmy award-winning, faith-driven journalist is changing the broadcast game at UMKC

Professor Joshua Jackson was introduced to UMKC's communications department in 2023, after 12 years as a broadcast journalist. In his few years at UMKC, Jackson has already made an impact. "What really struck me is how sincere he was," said Dr. Peter Morello, a broadcast communications professor who led the committee that hired Jackson.

Celebrate New Batch Of Hipsters

Highlighting Local Gems

Over the past decade we have had the chance to learn about so many incredible folks from a wide range of industries and backgrounds and our highlighter series is designed to give us an opportunity to go deeper into their stories with to goal of understanding them, their thought process, how their values formed and [...]

Billionaire Diva Claps Back

Taylor Swift has icy four-word response for haters asking her to 'go away'

Taylor Swift had an icy four-word response to people who want her to quit making music during her Wednesday appearance on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

White House Shares Strategy

Trump calls affordability crisis a "hoax," touts the economy ahead of midterms

As Democrats campaigning on affordability pick up wins, Trump's messaging about a strong economy is at odds with widespread voter sentiment that he's not doing enough to tackle rising costs.

Republicans On Mend?!?

A divided GOP forges ahead on health care message - without plan to address spiking premiums | CNN Politics

Congressional Republicans are taking a major political gamble this week, laying out a GOP health care agenda that ignores the soon-to-expire enhanced subsidies that help tens of millions of Americans afford Obamacare - despite pleas from some in their own party.

Conservative Estimate

Minnesota: 'Nearly Every' Somali Household with Children Is on Welfare

A startling 81 percent of households headed by Somali refugees in Minnesota are on one or more forms of American taxpayer-funded welfare.

Suspect Update . . . 

Charlie Kirk murder suspect Tyler Robinson to make 1st in-person court appearance

Tyler Robinson, the man accused of murdering conservative activist Charlie Kirk, is set to make his first in-person court appearance since the shooting.

Latest MAGA Showdown

Homeland Security Secretary Noem faces scrutiny over immigration policies at a House hearing

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is expected to face tough questions from Democrats over the Republican administration's immigration policies at a House hearing.

Accusations From Cartel

Venezuela accuses US of 'piracy' after seizing massive oil tanker

Venezuela condemns U.S. seizure of oil tanker as "blatant theft" after joint operation targets sanctioned vessel carrying crude off Venezuelan coast.

Euro Conversation Cont'd

Officials from Ukraine, U.S. and Europe to meet Saturday on Trump's plan

The meeting comes amid sky-high transatlantic tensions.

No Remorse In Hollywood 

'Mean Girls' Star Refuses to Apologize for Charlie Kirk Death Comments

The 40-year-old has defended her right to have an opinion.

Gift Guide For Granny

Women over 60 can boost their health by using sex toys, study says

New study suggests that many older women use sex toys to promote orgasm, which may promote positive health outcomes

Celebrate Local Players & Game

Meet the pinball-playing women of the 403 Club in Kansas City, Kansas: 'Not just for men'

This year saw the formation of the Kansas City area's first Women's Pinball League. The Strawberry Hill bar is a place where beginners and pros of all ages and "walks of life" gather each Thursday for slap-saves, snacks, and sisterhood.

Savor Local Victory

KC Turkey Leggman Lands on the New York Times' Best Restaurants List

Is KC Turkey Leggman, a tiny takeout barbecue stand near 18th and Quindaro in Kansas City, Kansas, one of the 50 best restaurants in America?

Katie Shares Warm-Up Note . . . 

Warm Thursday before cold air returns this weekend

Temperatures will climb into the 50s today before we see some of the coldest air of the season this weekend

1995 Billboard Top 20 hit from Collective Soul - December is the #TBT song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.