Kansas City Neon: Local Plans, GOP Revolt & MAGA Epstein Pix

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Nelson-Atkins-inspired free little library makeover

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Never Discount All Clear . . . 

Roeland Park Walmart back open after bomb threat Friday

A Walmart in Roeland Park has reopened after a bomb threat shut down the store Friday. A search of the building found no credible threat to the public.

Hype Machine Update 

Kansas Citians from Argentina and the Netherlands say World Cup matches are a 'dream come true'

Soccer fans can now enter the latest draw for FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets, including the six matches in Kansas City. During the group stage of the tournament, reigning champion Argentina and three-time finalist Netherlands will each play a match at Arrowhead Stadium - and local residents originally from the nations are thrilled.

No Backup Plan For South Side

Many Kansas City motel residents packing up belongings while others stay past deadline

Many residents at America's Best Value Inn & Suites loaded up cars and U-Hauls after the city health department ordered the motel's closure due to unsafe living conditions. But some renters aren't leaving just yet.

Big Game Preview . . . 

Chiefs' Brown not expected to play against Chargers due to personal matter

Brown did not practice on Wednesday due to personal reasons and was limited on Thursday.

Sharing Old School Excuses

People troll me for marrying my 'dad' but he's the best sex I have ever had

ARRIVING at the doctor's office for a check up, pregnant Gianna D'Alessio signs in before passing the clipboard. The receptionist smiles before turning to Greg and saying, "And you must be her dad?...

MAGA Amongst Friends?!?

White House slams House Dems releasing Epstein photos showing Trump, Clinton, Woody Allen

President Donald Trump, former President Bill Clinton and Woody Allen are among the prominent figures in new photos that House Democrats released Friday from Jeffrey Epstein's estate.

GOP Power Move Backfired?!?

Democrats celebrated Indiana Republicans refusing to redistrict. They're still moving ahead with their own redistricting push | CNN Politics

One day after Indiana Republicans decided to forego political gains by rejecting a new US House map, congressional Democrats made clear Friday they would still press ahead for potential gains in states their party controls.

Right-Wing Decries Suspected Scams

Whistleblower: Massive Welfare Fraud by Somali Migrants in Ohio

A whistleblower claims that the Somali migrant community in Ohio is also involved in the same sort of massive fraud seen in Minnesota.

Newsflash: Conservatives Need Healthcare Too!!!

Growing number of House Republicans sign on to effort to force vote on ACA subsidies -- defying Speaker Johnson

Nearly a dozen Republicans have signed on to dueling measures.

Hero On The Mend

West Virginia governor: Hospitalized National Guard member's parents 'optimistic' about recovery

West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey (R) on Thursday gave a positive update on the condition of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, who was shot in Washington, D.C., last month. At a news ...

Selfie Debunks Vlad?!?

Zelenskiy visits Kupiansk as Ukraine retakes parts of frontline town

Ukrainian forces said they had retaken parts of the northeastern town of Kupiansk and had encircled Russian troops there as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy visited the area and praised the operation, saying it strengthened Ukraine diplomatically.

Euro Youth Movement Rises

Bulgaria protests: Why did Gen Z turn out in record numbers?

Bulgaria's Gen Z has been taking to the streets in unprecedented numbers since December 1, protesting corruption and a controversial budget. Its message to the government is clear: "You angered the wrong generation."

Doc: Taylor Weeps After Tragedy

Taylor Swift breaks down after meeting Southport stabbing victims' families

In Taylor Swift's docuseries, "The End of an Era," the singer broke down while meeting the survivors and families of the three children who died during the Southport stabbing attacks.

King Chuck Triumphs

King Charles shares good news that his cancer treatment will reduce in New Year

The 77-year-old says early diagnosis and intervention means his treatment can be reduced next year.

Consensual High Seas Swinging

Naughty Cruises: 11 'Hush-Hush' Adult Cruises You've Never Heard About (Until Now)

Think of a cruise and there's likely an image of lounging by the pool, kids playing in the water, eating the buffet, and visiting exotic ports of call. And truth be told, that's what the vast majority of trips are like. But there are entire subsets of cruises that don't get near the amount of attention.

Tabloids Talk Football

Can the Kansas City Chiefs Still Make the Playoffs? Here's What Needs to Happen for Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes

Here's what needs to happen for Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs to make the 2025 NFL playoffs.

About Kansas Conversation

Opinion: The benefits of real debate

American culture could benefit from more debates like a recent, heated one about the Electoral College.

Newsflash: Show-Me Weed Busts Cont'd

Missouri troopers seize 221 pounds of marijuana during I-70 traffic stop

One woman was arrested after Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers seized 221 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop Thursday on Interstate 70.

Columbus Park Foodie Revival

The Town Co. Chefs Are Taking Over The Former Happy Gillis Space - Here's What They've Planned

Last week, Helen Jo and Johnny Leach announced they're taking over the Happy Gillis space with their new restaurant, Dear Donna.

December Chill Sets In . . . 

Kansas City weather: Arctic air moves in this weekend; flurries possible Saturday

More clouds and some flurries are possible Saturday, with highs only in the upper 20s.Single-digit lows are expected Sunday morning with wind chills between zero and minus 15.

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