Kansas City Glitz: Cursing, Insurrection Act & Taylor's Texts

Right now billionaire, reality celeb and Insta hottie Kylie inspires our latest look at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Taco Tuesday Crunch Postscript

In-A-Tub owner recovering after truck crashes into restaurant: KCPD investigating

The incident was reported just before 4 p.m. at In-A-Tub near NW 83rd Street and Prairie View Road.

Northland Needs Break

Platte County homeowners could see property tax relief with new ballot measure

Platte County commissioners will vote today on whether to place a new tax question on the April ballot that could provide relief to homeowners facing rising property taxes.

Cowtown Etiquette: Dead-Tree STILL Arguing F-bombs

Save your outrage for ICE's violence, not an F-word at KC Plaza protest | Opinion

Profanity is not dehumanization. State power exercised in ways that generate fear, trauma and death is. | Opinion

About Hype Machine

World Cup officials talk security, preparing local businesses and base camp excitement

Kansas City's time on the world stage is getting closer by the day. As the excitement builds, city leaders, business owners, and law enforcement officials are working hard to be ready for the hundreds of thousands of fans flooding the city from around the world.

Better Late Than Never . . . 

Opening for the Black Movie Hall of Fame delayed, but celebration still planned

The Black Movie Hall of Fame is expected to open before World Cup fans come to Kansas City this summer.

Fashion Statement Collab

Kylie Jenner is 'The Moment' in a latex bikini with Charli XCX

Kylie Jenner stripped down to a latex bikini, twinning with Charli XCX in white bathrobes for a behind-the-scenes moment from their upcoming A24 mockumentary "The Moment." The film premieres at Sundance 2026 and hits theaters January 30.

MAGA Shares Preview . . . 

Trump: Insurrection Act 'does make life a lot easier'

President Trump on Tuesday said invoking the Insurrection Act to quell protests in Minnesota would "make life a lot easier," even as he dismissed the prospect as unnecessary for the time being. In a sit-down interview with NewsNation's "Katy Pavlich Tonight," the president did not rule out the possibility of invoking the law in the...

From Those Thrown Under Bus

The Democratic Party is ruining its reputation with the trans community

The transgender community is under threat from both Republicans and Democrats - yet it hasn't been painted as such.It is often the opinion of Democratic editorialists, voters and cisgender allies that transgender people simply must vote for the Democrats and they will be safe.

Eagle Lands Safely

Trump arrives in Switzerland after Air Force One electrical issue

President Trump touched down in Switzerland on Wednesday nearly two hours behind schedule, after a "minor electrical issue" forced Air Force One to turn back to Washington around 30 minutes into the flight to switch planes. Trump, flying on a smaller plane typically reserved for domestic travel, landed in Zurich shortly after 12:30 p.m.

Democratic Socialist Solution?!?

Zohran Mamdani Says He Wants ICE To Be Completely Abolished

Democratic New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed on Tuesday that he supports abolishing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Journalism For Realz

'The World Needs To See It': The Moment A Photographer Saved A Camera From ICE

John Abernathy was tackled by federal agents in Minneapolis and threw his Leica to safety.

MAGA Opt Out After Rebuke

Lindsey Halligan leaves post as US attorney after judges' sharp criticism

Trump-appointed federal attorney with no prosecutorial experience led failed cases against president's political foes

Like It Or Not: South Of Border Supports Prez Trump

Trump's capture of Maduro has more support in Latin America than in the U.S.

More than a half dozen right-leaning, Latin American heads of state supported the U.S. intervention in Venezuela to depose Nicolás Maduro, including the pro-Trump leaders of Ecuador, Argentina and El Salvador.

Iran From Threats

Iran will retaliate 'with everything we have' if US attacks, senior diplomat warns

More than 4,500 protesters killed in Iran as foreign minister threatens forceful response to potential U.S. military strikes in escalating regional crisis.

Diva Phones It In . . . 

How Taylor Swift's bombshell text slamming Justin Baldoni confirms 'Cancelled' is about Blake Lively

In the song "Cancelled" - which was released on the pop star's 2025 album, "The Life of a Showgirl" - she sings about a "tiny violin."

Nice Work If You Can Get It

'I'm an adult star and curious husbands pay me to sleep with their wives'

John Legendary, an adult performer, says he feels that he needs to drop some straight truths about the long-misunderstood 'hot wife' lifestyle, including his freewheeling adventures as an in-demand 'bull' in other people's bedrooms

East Side Update

Vacant Parade Park Complex Secured to Prevent Arson Fires - Northeast News

A multiple-block housing complex that is awaiting demolition and reconstruction has been the site for numerous arson fires as tenants were relocated and buildings have been vacated.

Bye-Bye Ballers

Chiefs moving on from two more offensive assistant coaches

The Kansas City Chiefs continue to move towards a new staff for the offense.

Legendary Local Connection

Former Royals outfielder Carlos Beltrán elected to Hall of Fame with Andruw Jones

Alex Gordon receives one vote.

Savor International Flavor

Dish & Drink KC: Fannie's West African Cuisine and Waterbird Coffee Company

Dish & Drink KC logo by Theodore Rosen Kansas City Restaurant Week always pushes me out of my usual rotation, and this year it led me straight to Fannie's West African Cuisine. I went with my editor, we're obviously both foodies, and we had no agenda aside from just catching up and eating good food.

Katie's Winter Outlook . . . 

Mild day but extreme cold on the way for end of the week

We are in for another mild day but the extreme cold and chances for snow remain for Friday and into the weekend

Megan Moroney - Wish I Didn't is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.