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TKC Readers Told You So

Kansas City fans push back on columnist's call to move Big 12 Tournament: 'Kansas City embraces it'

Kansas City fans are pushing back on a columnist's call to move the Big 12 Tournament.

Tribute Across Bridge

North Kansas City Fire Department mourns unexpected loss of young firefighter

The North Kansas City Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its own - 29-year-old Benoit Coussement, who passed away unexpectedly at his home Tuesday.

Actually, It's The Hobo Express

Big 12 fans take advantage of KC Streetcar's new extension; dub it the 'Cyclone Train.'

Fans visiting the 2026 Big12 basketball tournament took advantage Thursday of the KC Streetcar's new Main Street extension.

Golden Ghetto Needs Quiet Time

New Johnson County regulations target short-term rentals outside city limits

Johnson County OKs $150 permit, quiet hours for short-term rentals.

Kangaroo Welcome Wagon Arrives For Lady Baller

UMKC announces new women's basketball head coach

Kansas City's basketball program is continuing to enter its new era while welcoming back a familiar face. Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Dr. Brandon Martin announced Wednesday, March 11, that 18-year head coaching veteran Candi Whitaker will return as the Roos' next head coach heading into the 2026-27 season.

Angel Still Sharing Gifts

Heidi Klum, 52, says her ADHD is her 'superpower'

The German supermodel and TV host has not let it hold her back, but rather she celebrates it. 'It's my superpower,' Klum declared as she refuses to let the diagnosis limit her.

More MAGA Criticism

Trump's immigration comments may incite hate crimes, UN watchdog says

It says the president's comments have fuelled "serious human rights violations", an accusation the White House dismissed.

Progressively Bad Strategy?!?

Democrats Get Serious About Taxing the Rich - The American Prospect

Democrats are beginning to reshape taxes to account for the massive redistribution upward of wealth and income that the nation has experienced since 1980.

GOP Stays Losing Voter ID

Under pressure from Trump, Republicans plan long talkathon on voting bill

Senate Republicans plan to launch a full debate next week on legislation to impose strict new proof-of-citizenship requirements.

Iran Casualties Cont'd

US Air Force refueling plane crashes over Iraq, at least five crew on board | CNN

A US KC-135 Stratotanker, a refueling aircraft, went down in western Iraq on Thursday, the US military said, though the incident was "not due to hostile fire or friendly fire." The statement did not specify whether any US service members were hurt or killed.

Iran From Long-term Consequences

What it will mean for the economy if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed

If the military situation doesn't change soon, it will create a stagflationary drag on the U.S. economy.

Lower Expectations For American Golden Age

Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care

Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.

Cyber Warfare Starts

Iran-linked hackers take aim at U.S. and other targets, raising risk of cyberattacks during war

Hackers supporting Iran claimed responsibility for a significant cyberattack Wednesday against U.S. medical device company Stryker.

Context For #TBT, These Divas Were New Hotness When TKC Started & Now They're Retro

The Pussycat Dolls to reunite as a trio for new single and world tour

Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.

Tech Love Language Exposed

41-year-old woman breaks down exactly how she and her 'AI boyfriend' have sex

Canadian woman Sarah explained how her relationship works with an AI chatbot she fell in love with

Evening Indigestion . . . 

Ding Dong Dogs: KC's New Hot Dog Joint

Ding Dong Dogs Owner Matt McLain joins Shane and Kerrigan to share some of their fan-favorite menu items.

A Little Light & Then The Drop

Sunny days ahead in Kansas City metro before big change this weekend

It will be windy and mild overnight before a sunny day Friday with temperatures in the 50s.

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