Kansas City Line: Arctic Assist, MAGA Money & Don Lemon Arrested

This morning we're inspired by actress, producer, director, fashionista & Insta hottie Syd to take another peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .


Kansas Corporate Welfare Cont'd

American Royal clears final funding hurdle as commissioners approve STAR bonds

The American Royal's new home in Kansas City, Kansas, is officially moving forward after Unified Government commissioners approved the final piece of funding needed to complete the long-delayed project.


Better Days Across Bridge

Northland organizations hold first-ever event to help fight food insecurity

Two organizations are teaming up this weekend to fight food insecurity in the Northland through the first-ever Taste of the Northland event.


Captives Learn To Chill

Kansas City Zoo keeps animals safe and active during winter weather

Hundreds of species from around the world survive and thrive at the Kansas City Zoo, even during the coldest winter months.


Local Comfort Amid Cold

Care Beyond the Boulevard's warming center served nearly 100 people daily during arctic cold snap

Care Beyond the Boulevard served nearly 100 people daily at emergency warming center during Kansas City's arctic cold snap weekend.


Better Than Mom's Basement???

From Pop-Ups to a Permanent Home: The Outsiders Social Club Reimagines Co-Working in Kansas City - The Kansas City Defender

A new Westport social hub blends coffee, collaboration, and community for Kansas City creatives.


Left Coast Fashion Statement

Sydney Sweeney takes to the streets of LA wearing nothing but lingerie

Sydney Sweeney is taking the streets of LA by storm, modeling her new lingerie brand Syrn in a scantily-clad retro photoshoot.


MAGA Money Questions

Trump thinks a weaker dollar is great for America. Is he right?

The president said this week that the value of the dollar is "great" despite a sharp tumble since last year. That may be true for certain parts of the economy - but not others.


American Reporter Captured

Ex-CNN anchor Don Lemon arrested on charges connected to Minnesota church protest

Lemon's lawyer said he was taken into custody after attending protest in which demonstrators disrupted a church service earlier in January


No Deal With MAGA?!?

Senate shutdown deal stalls over Graham objection

The Senate's race to avert a shutdown hit the skids late Thursday night as Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) placed a hold on the government funding package, forcing leaders to punt the vote. Senators ...


ICE Tactics Updated . . . 

Border czar says he plans to "draw down" ICE and CBP operations in Minnesota

Tom Homan, who took over leadership of the surge in Minneapolis, says he is working on a plan to reduce the force of federal agents in the Twin Cities.


Europe Chills Amid War

Trump says Putin will not attack Ukraine cities during cold week

Russia has not confirmed it agreed to Trump's request, but Ukraine's president said he expected Vladimir Putin's promise to be kept.


Iran From Ultimatums 

Trump tells Iran: end nuclear ambitions and stop killing protesters or face US military

President issues warning as warships deployed to Middle East but says 'it would be great if we didn't have to use them'


Holy Land Return Trip

Israel will reopen Gaza's border crossing with Egypt on Sunday, after nearly 2 years of closure

Israel says it will reopen Gaza's border crossing with Egypt in both directions over the weekend. The move announced on Friday will allow Palestinians to enter and leave the territory after nearly two years of closure.


Clerics Commit Abuse For Nothing More Than Typical KC Weekend

Woman lashed 140 times for having sex outside marriage, drinking booze in far-flung Islamist region

Police lashed a woman and her lover 140 times each for having sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol in a far-flung region of Indonesia on Thursday.


Time To Rise To Occasion 

Winter Can Dampen Your Sex Life. Here's How To Heat It Back Up

Vitamin D has a surprising part to play.


Local Drinking Game Debuts

Audrey's Wine + Bourbon: New lounge opens in Waldo

"We are going to teach you how to pair wine with bourbon."


Katie Props Winter Return Trip

Another blast of arctic air hits Kansas City

Tomorrow is a First Alert Weather Alert Day

Post Sex Nachos - "SOS" is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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