Kansas City Lanes: Hard Ball, Postscript & Pull Out

Lots of things to consider for the late night & early morning as we take a peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

In fact . . . 

There are a few items in here that we hope to pick out and talk about tomorrow as well. 

For now . . .  

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Hard Ball With Home Team?!?

Clay County Commissioner says he's 'done' negotiating with Kansas City Royals

Clay County Commissioner Jason Withington said in a Facebook post Wednesday that he still loves baseball, but is "done" negotiating with the Royals on a new stadium for the team in the county.

East Side Underwater

Death investigation underway after man found dead in lake near Gregory, Lakeside

A death investigation is underway by the Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department after a man was found dead in a lake Tuesday afternoon.

Postscript After Protest Gunfire

Who was Renee Good? Woman killed by ICE in MN lived in KCMO prior to shooting

37-year-old Renee Good, the woman who was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday, had ties to the Kansas City area.

So Many Soccer Choices

3 World Cup teams could make Kansas City or Lawrence their base camp. Here's what we know

Kansas City and other World Cup host cities are eagerly waiting to learn where teams will set up their base camps for the 2026 tournament. The locations would serve as a place where teams can practice and train.

Savor Career Opportunities . . .

Culinary Center of Kansas City to open second location

The new building is a 3,125-square-foot space and is set to open in two months.

Season Of Loves Starts

Hailey Bieber Flaunts Her Curves in Romantic Lingerie in Victoria's Secret's Valentine's Day Campaign (Exclusive Video)

Hailey Bieber stars in A Very VS Valentine's campaign in celebration of its 2026 Valentine's Day collection. In an exclusive video shared with PEOPLE, the model poses in a sexy red look.

MAGA Opts Out . . . 

Trump pulls US out of UN-linked migration forum in bold immigration move

President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the U.S. from the Global Forum on Migration and Development, ending participation in a U.N.-tied body.

Politicking Gunfire Postscript

What we know about the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis

Video from the scene, along with statements from witnesses and local officials, disputes the accounts of federal officials regarding the circumstances that led up to the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman.

Big Apple Backup

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defends tenant official after backlash over 'white supremacy' posts

Weaver expressed regret over some of her past messages, saying they are "not something I would say today."

Mormon Capital Mass Shooting

2 dead, 6 wounded after shooting outside Salt Lake City funeral; no suspects in custody

Police in Salt Lake City said two people are dead and six others wounded after a shooting outside a funeral Wednesday evening.

Obamcare GOP Comeback?!?

House takes step toward extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, overpowering GOP leadership

The House is pushing ahead with legislation to renew subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. A bipartisan coalition in the House overpowered Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday to push forward a measure that would revive the enhanced subsidy.

Suspect Husker Shucked

Nebraska senator faces historic expulsion vote over sexual misconduct allegations

Nebraska lawmakers are considering a motion to expel Sen. Dan McKeon over allegations of inappropriate behavior.

Vlad Talks Oil Rights

Moscow pushes back on tanker seizure, says it had 'temporary permission' to use Russian flag

Moscow criticized the U.S. seizure of a Venezuela-linked oil tanker flying the Russian flag on Wednesday. The U.S. Coast Guard captured the Motor Tanker Bella 1, located in the North Atlantic, duri...

Crude MAGA Claim?!?

US will control Venezuela oil sales 'indefinitely', official says

Officials say sales were expected to start with 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil and the revenue would be controlled by the US government.

GOP Against NATO Betrayal

Rand Paul says "I will do everything in my power to stop any kind of military takeover in Greenland"

Sen. Rand Paul says he opposes military action in Greenland​ as the White House says it is exploring all options for the territory​, including military action.

Cost Of Elite Crabs Exposed

Inside world's most exclusive sex club where A-listers pay £9k to join orgies

KNOWN as the most exclusive sex club party in the world - SNCTM has become a playground for the rich and famous where guests can explore their most intimate desires in secrecy. With a £9,300 ...

Kegger Shares Conditions

Travis Kelce says he may return to Chiefs for another season on these conditions

Three days after the Kansas City Chiefs played their final game of the 2025 NFL season, star tight end Travis Kelce has left fans and media outlets in the dark regarding his decision to retire his ...

Suburban Clean Up Redux

Lee's Summit residents will vote on whether to move to single citywide trash service

The residents in Lee's Summit will get to vote on whether or not they'll stick with the 10 separate trash and waste service providers or go to one citywide provider.

Bridge Too Far

Three weeks after abrupt U.S. 169 NB closure in Kansas City, no timeline on repairs yet

Weeks after the northbound lanes of U.S. 169 highway closed near Kansas City downtown airport, a timeline on repairs hasn't been released.

Season Of Sniffles Arrives

As Flu Season Worsens, Health Experts Warn of Rising Measles Risk - Northeast News

Hello neighbors. I am a Community Wellness Ambassador and I have been faithfully attending classes at the Kansas City Health Department, serving Kansas City, Missouri. I want to discuss the dangers of the measles and how to protect yourself and loved ones from it. First, flu season is back.

Forecast For Now . . . 

Widespread rain beginning Thursday morning in Kansas City

Thursday is a First Alert Weather Impact Day due to the widespread showers.

Just for the sake of arguement, let's say Demi Lovato - Here All Night is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.