Kansas City Aura: Gunfire, Numbers Game & MAGA Moves

Locals might notice the Northern Lights above Kansas City amid the late night & early evening if they're lucky enough to live in place that isn't dominated by high wattage traffic illumination or urban sign pollution . . .

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Latest Local Shooting Report

1 person shot, critically wounded Monday night in Kansas City, Missouri

One person was shot and suffered critical wounds Monday night at an apartment building in east Kansas City, Missouri.

Lock Up Conversation

Cass County residents respond to talk about possible ICE detention center in Harrisonville

Cass County, Missouri, residents and officials continue to share their voices about a proposition to bring an ICE detention and processing center to the county.

Golden Ghetto Good Deeds

Funding approved for hotel vouchers to help Johnson County homeless shelter this winter

Johnson County, KS commissioners approved a plan to help give the homeless warmth and privacy by funding hotel vouchers with grant money.

Faithful Rock Chalk Request

Family of teen who survived Lawrence bar shooting asks for continued prayers

Both victims of Saturday's tragic shooting at "The Hawk" in Lawrence have been identified by their families.

Baller Tribute Tonight

Salvador Perez receives Martin Luther King Jr. Diversity Advocate in Sports Award

Salvador Perez has been selected to receive the Martin Luther King Jr. Diversity Advocate in Sports Award.

Celebrate Pop Culture Snacks

Pop Into These Stars Munchin' On Popcorn ... National Popcorn Day!

Lights, camera ... snack time! It's National Popcorn day and we've cooked up one tasty treat just for you!

MAGA Makes World Guess

Trump declines to say whether he would use force to seize Greenland

President Trump on Monday declined to say whether he would use force to seize control of Greenland, according to a new interview with NBC News. The president told the outlet that he had "no c...

Converation & Legacy

Advocates celebrate MLK Day, slam Trump administration

(The Center Square) - Across the country, community leaders gathered to celebrate the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday.

Progressive Faith No More

DOJ probing protesters group that disrupted services at church with ICE pastor

The Justice Dept. says it's investigating a group of protesters in Minnesota who disrupted services at a church where a local ICE official apparently serves as a pastor.

Boomer Backlash

Bill Maher, Dana Carvey Torch Woke Elitists For Lecturing Everyday Americans

Comedians Bill Maher and Dana Carvey criticized far-left celebrities and elitists on Monday for lecturing everyday Americans about how they should vote.

January Heroics Clutch Title

Indiana wins college football national championship in thriller over Miami

The Indiana Hoosiers defeated the Miami Hurricanes, 27-21, to secure their first-ever college football national championship at Hard Rock Stadium on Monday.

MAGA Moves Market

Stocks slide, dollar struggles as Trump's Greenland gambit rattles markets

Asian stocks fell on Tuesday, while the dollar remained under pressure and the U.S. Treasury yields climbed to their highest level in more than four months, as a resurgence of trade-war concerns hit risk sentiment and sparked selling in U.S. assets.

Jaws Down Under

Australia shuts dozens of east coast beaches after shark attacks

Dozens of beaches along Australia's east coast, including in Sydney, closed on Tuesday after four shark attacks in two days, as heavy rains left waters murky and more likely to attract the animals.

South Of Border Scheme?!?

MEXICO'S ELECTION PLOT UNMASKED: How Mexico's 50+ Consulates Are Running Shadow Campaign to Sway U.S. Elections

Mexico's consulates across the United States are running a shadow campaign to bend American elections in favor of Mexican interests, Peter Schweizer reveals in his new book, "The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon."

Fashion Statement . . . 

'Make America Go Away': spoof Maga caps soar in popularity amid Greenland crisis

Red caps are becoming a symbol of protest in Denmark as Donald Trump ratchets up the pressure on Greenland

NextGen Plays Numbers Game

'Body count' number that each age group says is 'unacceptable'

Younger age groups aren't as open as you'd think when it comes to dating

Artsy Welcome Wagon Debuts

Kansas City artists sought for 2026 Art in the Loop Project amid World Cup excitement

Kansas City artists sought for 2026 Art in the Loop Project during FIFA World Cup.

Crafting Local Sound

KC's "Horn Doctor" Mike Corrigan keeps a declining trade alive in the 18th & Vine Jazz District

KC's "Horn Doctor" Mike Corrigan keeps a declining trade alive in the 18th & Vine Jazz District at B.A.C. Musical Instruments.

Suburban Foodie Exploring

Eat This Now: Broasted Chicken at Manila Bay Express

Manilla Bay Express // Photo by Alexander Omorodion Growing up in the Kansas City metro, I've enjoyed my fair share of dining experiences in and around the city. I can point to favorites in Raytown, Lee's Summit, Independence, North KC, and beyond; however, Grandview remained a blind spot.

Savor JoCo Life

Local treat expands to second cookie location in Overland Park

The second KCookies location is inside Queens Price Chopper at 151st and Metcalf.

Local Temperature Bounce

Kansas City weather: Bitter cold backs off for a few days before Arctic air arrives this weekend

Monday evening will be less windy, with skies clearing just in time for a possible northern lights display.

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