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More Than Hobo Hangout?!?

Kansas City's public libraries have even more to offer than books. Here's where to start

Make the most of your library card, no matter where in the Kansas City area you live. Our region has no shortage of great libraries, and you can find an entire world of resources and unique activities beyond just a great read.

Cowtown Hits Road

12 road trips to take from Kansas City

Discover 12 amazing road trip destinations near Kansas City. From winery views to big-city adventures, there's something for everyone.

Not Ur First Feel Up In Van

Mobile mammogram event at Overland Park Chicken N Pickle aims to boost early breast cancer detection

A mobile mammogram unit will be at Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park Saturday, offering quick screenings to promote early breast cancer detection.

Maybe Bon Voyage

Visa processing delays force Kansas City French immersion teachers out of their classrooms mid-year

Delays in H-1B visa processing are forcing some teachers at Académie Lafayette in Kansas City out of their classrooms.

In-Law Guide Debuts . . . 

Condé Nast lists Kansas City's top luxury hotels ahead of World Cup

Condé Nast Traveler has released a lineup of the top luxury hotels in Kansas City, listing the six "best" places to stay as the city prepares for an estimated 650,000 people to visit du...

Angel Shares Throwback

Candice Swanepoel channels Baywatch glam in red swimsuit as series shoots in LA

MODEL Candice Swanepoel looks ready to make a splash in the Baywatch reboot as she shows off a red swimsuit. The new TV series is being shot in Los Angeles. But Candice, 37, is too busy working on ...

MAGA Money Sneak Peak

Trump's signature coming to U.S. cash. Who signs money and why

Trump's signature breaks from longstanding tradition.

Progressively Rough Strategy

Cory Booker wants Democrats to 'Stand' and fight : Consider This from NPR

Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) has a new book.Unlike much of his public speaking of late - like his record-breaking 25-hour Senate floor speech - it isn't directly about the politics of the current moment.It's an argument for civic ideals - for ten virtues he sees as critical to American life, like agency and patriotism, but also vulnerability and humility.What does that mean for his political future?

Conservative Confusion

CPAC crowd demands impeachment in awkward moment

The awkward moment took place at the Conservative Political Action Conference

Economy Stays Losing

A Downturn in Las Vegas Could Signal Tough Times for the Nation

These days, the high rollers are still rolling into Las Vegas, but those on a budget no longer feel like

Bern Above It All . . . 

Bernie Sanders flies first class out of DC as airports brace for more mayhem after DHS shutdown bill fails to pass

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders was pictured jetting out of DC Friday afternoon as airports braced for more mayhem following Congress' failure to pass a bill.

Iran From Escalation

Houthis claim first missile launch on Israel as Mideast war intensifies

Iran struck a base in Saudi Arabia, wounding more than a dozen U.S. service members

Europeans Doubt Future

EU Parliament Told Continent 'On Track For Civil War'

It is an open question whether there will be a Europe in 50 years' time, a European Parliament conference on civil war heard this week.

Latest Launch News

12 Americans hurt in Iranian attack in Saudi Arabia as Operation Epic Fury approaches fifth week

12 Americans were injured in an Iranian attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, two of them seriously. Operation Epic Fury approaches fifth consecutive week.

Iran Fight Not Going Deutsch

German Chancellor Merz says he has doubts over Iran war aims

Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Friday expressed ​scepticism that the United States and Israel had a ‌clear strategy to end the war in Iran but he said Germany would in principle be ready to help stabilise the region after the ​end of hostilities.

Diva Shares Cringe Response

Britney Spears breaks silence after DUI arrest in new Instagram videos with son Jayden

Britney Spears broke her silence after her DUI arrest in videos posted to Instagram Friday.

Tiger In Trouble Again

Tiger Woods' mugshot released; eyes appear bloodshot after DUI arrest

Tiger Woods appeared bloodshot in his mugshot that was released following his DUI arrest after he got into a car crash near his Florida home.

Useful Info For Saturday Night Routine?!?

Why sexual novelty doesn't have to overwhelm long-term couples | CNN

Dr. Nicole McNichols fills the information vacuum with her new book, "You Could Be Having Better Sex." Here's her advice for adults seeking deeper sexual experiences.

Latest Mascot Moment

Kansas City Chiefs fans celebrate beloved mascot KC Wolf's birthday

Kansas City Chiefs fans recently celebrated beloved mascot KC Wolf's birthday | @EdEastonJr

Protest Forecast . . . 

Slightly warmer, dry, and breezy in KC today

Cold start, then sunshine & breezy southerly winds warm us into the lower 60s.

David Gray - Babylon is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.