Kansas City Inspired: Local Tastes, Biz & MAGA Straight Victory?!?

Right now we celebrate the magic of billionaire, fashionista, celeb & Insta hottie Kylie by way of checking pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Locals Already Bounced

Priced out: Kansas City's World Cup marketplace raises big questions for small businesses

The City of Entrepreneurs event in Kansas City is raising concerns about the high cost of entry for small businesses, with booth fees ranging from $5,500 to $15,500, making it difficult for entrepr...

Midtown Gridlock Worsens

Saint Luke's wants a new parking lot in Westport. KC officials aren't thrilled

KC wants the hospital to think bigger than parking lots as the city strives to be more walkable - and hospital officials say they will.

Saving Local History

Councilmember-elect: Independence historic sites decision 'very personal' as funding debate continues

An Independence Councilmember-elect is speaking on the future of the City's historic sites.

Budding Career Moves

Kansas City's next generation of florists is being nurtured by a nonprofit that recycles flowers

Unexpected Blooms has been spreading recycled flowers - and joy - to senior care facilities for the past 10 years. Now, it's supporting the next generation of florists with a scholarship for local community college students.

Taste Of Next Invasion

A Little Bit of Cuba in KC

Rodriguez noticed a dearth of Cuban culinary tradition in KC and decided she wanted to change that with coffee trailer, El Cafe Cubano.

Celeb Offers Good Life Sneak Peek

Kylie Jenner shares behind-the-scenes Coachella moments, and I loved how each sister brought a different vibe to their outfits

Discover how Kylie, Kendall, and Kourtney styled their Coachella outfits and get easy tips to recreate each look for your next festival or trip.

Questioning MAGA Holy War

Kaitlan Collins asks Trump why he's fighting with the pope | CNN Politics

CNN's Kaitlan Collins asks President Trump about the ongoing remarks President Trump has made about Pope Leo concerning the war in Iran.

Progressive Surge . . . 

Bernie Sanders, AOC-backed Democrat wins key House race as GOP fails to expand fragile majority

Democrat Analilia Mejia wins New Jersey special election, defeating Republican Joe Hathaway in a race to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill's vacant House seat.

MAGA Plays It Straight

Trump Confirms Strait of Hormuz 'Completely Open' to All Shipping Traffic

President Donald Trump confirmed Friday that Iran has fully opened the contested Strait of Hormuz to all commercial shipping traffic.

Friday Rally Before Another Round Of Bombing

Oil tumbles 10% as Wall Street rallies toward another record after Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices are falling by 10%, and Wall Street is rallying toward another record after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is fully open, which would allow oil tankers to exit the Persian Gulf again and carry crude to customers worldwide.

Who Needs New Movies?!?

'Top Gun 3' "Script Underway" to Reunite Tom Cruise and Jerry Bruckheimer

Paramount film co-head Josh Greenstein, speaking alongside partner Dana Goldberg, gave an update at CinemaCon.

Nordic Naughty & Nice . . . 

Say goodbye to the sex drought! What the Danes can teach us about making more love

While other countries are deep in a sex recession, the Danish drive shows no signs of stalling. How do they stay so frisky?

More Comfort Food Debuts

Eat This Now: Reuben sandwich at Scimeca's Deli

Scimeca's Deli Reuben // Photo by Alexander Omorodion As summer draws near and the pool covers are pulled back, one thing that will surely return to my meal rotation is a good sandwich and chips. I show love to all sandwiches, however, deep down there are a select few that hold a special place in my heart-the Reuben being one...

Local Culture Transcends 

A KC native brings Michelin-level 'cue to Napa Valley

Napa Valley, recognized as one of America's most elite dining regions, was missing something, according to Kansas City native and chef Darryl Bell.

JoCo Rat Rots

Texas-based Chuck E. Cheese closes Olathe location

Texas-based entertainment concept Chuck E. Cheese has closed its doors in Olathe, after more than two decades in business.

Pop Star Reprieve

Why Meghan Trainor canceled Kansas City concert, how to get refunds

Meghan Trainor has canceled her 2026 "Girl Get In Tour," including a stop at Morton Amphitheater in Kansas City on June 22.

Katie's Prime Time . . . 

WEATHER BLOG: New data shows updated timeline for Kansas City's severe thunderstorms Friday

This system could be over our area during the peak evening commute. Here's what you need to know:

John Summit - SHADOWS is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.