Kansas City Stand: Local Cash Connections, Ukraine War Death Toll & No Kings Forever

Right now South African celeb, presenter and insta hotte Maya has captured our attention as we share one more peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Westside Goodbye Update

Kansas City bids adios to La Fonda; a Westside staple for nearly half a century

Owners say it's time to retire but the community isn't letting them go without a celebration. Kansas City to bid adios to La Fonda.


Dog Eat Dog Town

Kansas City's new animal control division showing progress 6 months in

Kansas City created its own animal control division six months ago, and officials say the transition is showing positive results.


Local Run-In Report

TRAFFIC ALERT: Semi crash closes Westbound I-70 at Adams Dairy Parkway in Blue Springs

Westbound I-70 shut down near Adams Dairy Parkway following semi crash.


Draining The Dotte

Proposed Wyandotte data centers require a lot of power: Will that increase your bill?

As BPU negotiates with backers of three data center proposals, officials insist the projects won't raise utility bills for other ratepayers. But similar pledges elsewhere preceded higher bills.


Kansas Connects Ballers With Even More Cash 

Surprise $135M bridge funding announced month after Chiefs stadium news

Kansas City, Kansas, will receive $135 million in funding to replace bridges along the Central Avenue corridor. Some residents wonder if the move intentionally aligns with an incoming Chiefs stadium.


Celeb Dress Down Report

Maya Jama shows off her toned midriff ahead of Love Island: All Stars

The host, 31, dressed casually in a fitted vest top, with a scooped neckline, and navy blue jogging bottoms after a long travel day.


Iran From MAGA Warning

Trump warns Iran time is running out for nuclear deal, says U.S. armada ready for 'violence'

Time is running out for Iran to make a deal, President Donald Trump warned Wednesday, as he urged the Islamic Republic to negotiate on nuclear weapons or face the force of a "massive armada" of American ships."Like with Venezuela, it is, ready, willing, and able to rapidly fulfill its mission, with speed and violence, if necessary," Trump said in a post on Truth Social, adding that the fleet was "moving quickly, with great power, enthusiasm, and purpose."


Bi-Partisan Routine Cont'd

Republicans speak out on Omar attack: 'Completely unacceptable'

Republicans are speaking out against an attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) on Tuesday night, in which she was sprayed with an unknown substance during a town hall event. "What happened at Rep. Ilh...


White House Warns Again

'PLAYING WITH FIRE!' Trump responds to Minneapolis Mayor Frey's latest act of defiance

The Trump administration has received pushback from the leadership of Minnesota.


Flexing South Of Border

Rubio to warn that US is 'prepared to use force' in Venezuela if leaders stray from goals

Secretary of state does not rule out further US military action in Venezuela, according to prepared remarks


Sneak Peek: Activist Springtime 

More 'No Kings' protests planned for March 28 as outrage spreads over Minneapolis deaths

Organizers are planning what they anticipate will be the largest "No Kings" protests yet, targeting what they call authoritarianism under President Donald Trump.


Global Disaster: European War Death Toll Exposed

Russian and Ukrainian military casualties in war nearing 2m, study finds

Thinktank says about 1.2m Russians troops killed, wounded or gone missing to date and 600,000 Ukrainians


Holy Land Moving Day Ahead

Israel plans large camp for Palestinians in southern Gaza, retired general says

The camp would be built in an area of Rafah cleared of tunnels built by Hamas.


Limeys Look For New Daddy

For Britain, China remains a 'threat' - but one worth doing business with | CNN

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is the first British leader to travel to China in eight years, on a trip dominated by questions over global trade and security concerns.


Good Thing?!?

Martha Stewart attacks ICE enforcement after 14-year-old granddaughter says silence not excusable

Martha Stewart's 14-year-old granddaughter inspired the celebrity to speak out about ICE protests after fatal shootings occurred in Minneapolis recently.


Fixing Hollywood Kiss

Gen Z want more realistic sex scenes. Here's why

The actress and director Olivia Wilde has said she's not surprised that young people are fed up with on-screen intimacy. I agree, says Olivia Petter, 31


Fans Take . . .  

Kansas City Royals news: Aspiria no more

The Kansas City Royals have some wide outcomes on top-100 prospect lists this year.


Kangaroos Stay Losing

Kansas City men's basketball faces its fifth consecutive loss against Omaha Mavericks

The Kansas City men's basketball team lost its fifth consecutive game Saturday night against the Omaha Mavericks. They now have a record of 4-17 on the season, and 1-6 in the conference. After a competitive first half, the players couldn't find their rhythm in the second half due to Omaha's strong defense.


Local Kick Ball Fight Erupts

Former Sporting KC coach sues, alleging 'monopolization' of KC youth soccer

Former Sporting Kansas City assistant coach Zoran Savic and his youth program Missouri Valley Soccer Club are bringing the lawsuit.


Elite Color Scheme Endures

Color Us Happy: Inspired Spaces That Chase Away the Gray - IN Kansas City Magazine

Dreary February is coming up fast. Is there anything as depressing as weeks-old, gray snow? Bring on the color with paint, fabric, art, and wallpaper in any room of your home to cheer you up quickly. Here's some inspiration. Pillow Talk Bright hues of lime green and sky blue in the form of custom pillows...


Katie's Bright Pink Forecast

Not as cold today

Arctic air returns tomorrow

HAIM - Relationships is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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