Kansas City Toast: Local Money Moves & MAGA Monument

Tonight we toast to hottie Kara as we take one more peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Propaganda Aglow Near Loop

Downtown Kansas City lights up blue in support of new Royals stadium

Downtown Kansas City buildings are shining bright blue Tuesday night in support of the Royals.

Oligarchy Earns Interest

Here's why the public price tag for Chiefs stadium in Kansas may top $6 billion

On the deal's surface, Kansas agreed to fund about $2.775 billion for construction of Chiefs facilities in Wyandotte and Johnson counties. But the real price tag is more than double that, experts say.

Courthouse Crunch Time

Jackson County taxpayers rush to beat deadline amid property tax bill delays

Wednesday, Dec. 31, is tax deadline day for Jackson County homeowners or anyone with a car, boat or other personal property.

Selling Local Sizzle

'Embodiment of the American dream': Kansas City restaurants offer taste of other cultures ahead of World Cup

As a host city for the World Cup, Kansas City will soon welcome visitors from all over the world. And for those interested in experiencing different cultures right here at home, local restaurants can help.

Local Slice Of Life

His BBQ is no joke: This comedian-turned-entrepreneur uses an inclusive menu to get families back on the same page

After nearly a year in the smoker, Brodric Cason is lifting the lid on B-On-Meatz - a catering company with an appetite for ensuring everyone can enjoy Kansas City barbecue, no matter their dietary restrictions. It offers vegan and traditional barbecue, using kosher and halal meats.

Diva Proves Generous Again

Taylor Swift makes another holiday donation to Kansas City's Operation Breakthrough

Taylor Swift has made yet another generous donation this holiday season, benefitting a local charity and Kansas City youth.

Local Sound Off

Punk Legends Radkey Come Home for Xmas Evil Eve

The room was overtly festive at Radkey's Annual Xmas Evil Eve on Saturday, Dec. 20 at recordBar, with special guests The Creepy Jingles and The Ugly Cowboys.

Insta Celeb Can Do ANYTHING

Model Kara Del Toro tries her hand at volleyball

In an attempt to gain more Instagram followers, model Kara Del Toro has had a go at volleyball.She shared a video in which she tried some...

Constructing MAGA Tribute

Trump says 'Triumphal Arch' monument construction to begin within 2 months in DC: report

President Donald Trump announced construction of an Arc de Triomphe-style monument in Washington, D.C., will begin within two months to commemorate America's 250th anniversary.

Progressive Midwest Victory

Democrat Renee Hardman wins Iowa state Senate seat, blocking GOP from reclaiming supermajority

Hardman, the CEO of nonprofit Lutheran Services of Iowa and a member of the West Des Moines City Council, becomes the first Black woman elected to the 50-member Senate.

Scam Allegation Aftermath

HHS says its freezing child care payments to Minnesota after fraud allegations

An HHS official says the agency has "frozen all child care payments" to the state of Minnesota after allegations of fraudulent day care centers there.

Vlad Claims NYE Victory

Putin vows victory in Ukraine in New Year's address amid Trump-backed peace talks

President Vladimir Putin's New Year message addresses Ukraine war as he vows victory in defiant message to West, praising soldiers in nearly four-year conflict.

Fireworks Start Below

New Year's Eve 2026 celebrations kick off as the new year dawns Down Under

New Zealand and Australia were the first to welcome 2026, but in Sydney and some other cities, the festivities are tinged by grief.

Around The World Tonight

4 NYE Sex Positions To End 2025 With A *Bang*

This is your sign to end 2025 with a bang (wink). Here are four New Year's Eve sex positions to try.

Hipsters Savor Holidays

Dish & Drink KC: Clean eats and comfort bites in Westport and Parkville

Dish & Drink KC logo by Theodore Rosen The countdown to 2026 is underway, and while many of us have moved beyond the tired "new year, new me" mindset, the focus on health and wellness remains prevalent. It's just become more intentional. More realistic. Less about restriction, and more about nourishment.

Holiday Season Forever

Kansas City to declare Jan. 8, 2026, as 'Nick Vasos Day.' Here's why

Next week, Kansas City plans to celebrate a local figure in multimedia - an individual who has not only dedicated thousands of hours of reporting to patrons across the metro but has also contribute...

Party Time Prognostications

Kansas City weather: Sunny New Year's Eve ahead; cooler evening temperatures

The year will end on a sunny note with highs in the upper 40s. For anyone going out in the evening to ring in the new year, temperatures will cool into the 30s.

Ella Fitzgerald - What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.