Kansas City Crescent: Drones, Iran From Détente & La Migra Unmasked

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Even More Tech Surveillance Coming Soon

Kansas City officials testing AI, drone usage for future storm assessment

It can take days, even weeks, for city and county workers to assess storm damage. But now, that process is expected to speed up thanks to the help of Google, artificial intelligence and drones.


Local Lawns Confused

'Shock to the system': Recent weather whiplash left behind 'freeze burn' on lawns across the metro

A lawn care expert says the recent weather whiplash, with high temperatures in the 90s and then plunging to just about zero, left "freeze burn" on many lawns.


East Side Freezer Fix  

Kansas City Save A Lot reopens after shutdown over food safety issues

A Kansas City Save A Lot at 34th and Troost has reopened after being shut down for unsafe freezer temperatures and food safety violations.


Kickball Hype Machine

'We're not in England any more': Tuchel hopes Kansas City is World Cup haven

Thomas Tuchel believes England can create a home from home in Kansas City this summer to push their dream of World Cup glory


Agenda Setting From Our Betters

KCPBS' Nick Haines Previews Week Ahead for March 23, 2026

Missouri and Kansas lawmakers continue debating tax proposals, Missouri-side elections feature spirited races, a legal fight over a data center, and more ...


Nip/Tuck Redux

Baywatch star Brooks Nader, 29, reveals plastic surgery regrets

Brooks Nader has revealed the plastic surgery procedure she regrets the most.


MAGA & The King

Ultimatums, diplomacy and a trip to Graceland as Trump eyes a deal with Iran

America may be a nation at war, but the president's activities have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions - with the occasional swing toward the surreal.


Progressively Famiiar Choices

Pete Buttigieg leading potential 2028 Democratic candidates in new poll

Early polls have gained significance as potential contenders for the 2028 presidential election begin to emerge.


La Migra Unmasked

Trump Asks ICE Agents for 'NO MASKS' at Airports

President Donald Trump on Monday asked ICE agents to forgo wearing masks while addressing the "Democrat caused mess" at U.S. airports.


American Run-In Overnight

Live updates: 4 injured after Air Canada plane, fire truck collide at LaGuardia Airport

Follow live updates and the latest news on the collision between an Air Canada jet and a Port Authority vehicle at LaGuardia Airport.


Meet New GOP Boss

Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin to be DHS secretary, replacing Kristi Noem

The Senate voted to confirm Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security, replacing Kristi Noem as DHS is shutdown leading to airport delays and lines.


Jello Shot Against Former Icon

Jury orders Bill Cosby to pay $19m to ex-waitress after finding he abused her in 1972

Donna Motsinger alleged Cosby gave her wine and a pill that left her incapacitated after picking her up in a limousine in 1972.


Back End Advice

I'm a big booty girl - my tip stops you from being humiliated at theme parks

THE warmer weather has finally arrived which for many means only one thing - enjoying the thrills and spills at theme parks. The new season has launched and families are guaranteed exhilarati...


Spirited Hipsters Sell Booze

Drink This Now: Strange Paradise at Mean Mule Distilling Co

Strange Paradise at Mean Mule // Photo by Pilsen Photo Co-op Mean Mule Distilling Co sent me on a journey, and I emerged a changed woman. They're a local Crossroads distillery that specializes in a variety of American agave spirits, complete with a tasting room to drink the aforementioned American agave spirits.


Spring Temps Move Forward

Temperatures warm up next few days as roller coaster weather continues in Kansas City

Temperatures warm up the next few days after a chilly Monday!

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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