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Kansas City's Gem Theatre marks 44th annual Kwanzaa celebration
Kwanzaa kicked off on Friday in Kansas City at the Gem Theater. The Kansas City chapter of the National Black United Front organizes the free, city-wide Kwanzaa celebration every year.
Rising From Ashes
Family restores 1800s home 20 months after devastating fire
An 1800s home in Liberty almost completely burned down in April 2024, the same day the owners found out they were expecting twins. Now the family home is back, restored to its historic roots.
Rock Chalk Money Probs Feared
Kansas leader lays out 'worst case scenario' for Chiefs stadium
The Kansas City Chiefs are coming to Kansas City, Kansas as state leaders and team leadership announced the plan Monday.
Road Warning
Driver under investigation for DUI after overnight crash sends 2 to hospital
A driver is under investigation for driving under the influence after running a red light and causing a crash that sent two people to the hospital early Saturday morning.
Waiting Game Report
Holiday travelers face delays at KCI as new accessibility programs launch
Holiday travelers faced delays at KCI as new accessibility programs launched.
Musical Politicking Push Back
Kennedy Center seeks $1m damages from musician who cancelled after Trump name added to building
Drummer Chuck Redd said he cancelled his annual show after Trump's name was added to the venue.
Battle Of The Exes
The fight for young men intensifies ahead of the 2026 midterm elections
Democrats believe they're making progress after Trump's gains with young men helped him win in 2024. Republicans say they're focused on ensuring those inconsistent voters turn out.
Vlad Strikes Again
Russia strikes Ukraine's capital and kills at least 1 person a day before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting
Russia struck Ukraine's capital with missiles and drones in an attack that killed at least one person.
Old World Internets Clap Back
'We are the free world now' - Europe declares war on free speech in the US
This move against European officials is a good start.
War Postscript Crisis
Millions of Afghans face hunger as aid cuts deepen a humanitarian crisis
Millions of Afghans are struggling as international aid cuts sever a lifeline many relied on for food and heating
Internets Fades . . .
More than 20% of videos shown to new YouTube users are 'AI slop', study finds
Low-quality AI-generated content is now saturating social media - and generating about $117m a year, data shows
Groupthink ALMOST Explained
Polyamorous citizens of Somerville prove that more really is merrier - The Tufts Daily
Believe it or not, Somerville was the first city in the United States to establish explicit legal protections for polyamorous and otherwise non-monogamous unions and families. Polyamory is also decidedly common in Somerville; in fact, Willie Burnley Jr., city councilor and recent mayoral candidate, is openly polyamorous and has advocated for said protections for polyamorous and non-monogamous unions.
City College Transcription
Four poems by Gustavo Adolfo Aybar - KC STUDIO
UMKC graduate Gustavo Adolfo Aybar is a Dominican-born writer and translator.
Cowtown Climate Changing
One last day in the 60s before temperatures plunge tomorrow
AM fog then we see mostly cloudy skies and the 60s this afternoon. Winter returns tomorrow!
“Golden” KPop Demon Hunters is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.
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