Kansas City Sparks: Storm Aftermath & MAGA Savior Complex

Just a few more things for late night & early morning readers to consider as we share this quick check of pop culture, community reporting & top headlines.

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Local Cleanup Starts

Focus turns to damage surveys after Monday night's tornado-warned storm

A tornado watch is in effect Monday evening for several counties across the Kansas City metro and surrounding areas, as conditions become favorable for severe storms.

Surveying Metro Damage

About 50 homes damaged due to Monday's storms in Hillsdale Lake area in Miami County

A likely tornado Monday night destroyed about 50 homes in the Hillsdale Lake area of Miami County, Kansas, according to Undersheriff Matt Kelly.

Rock Chalk Storm Check

Multiple Kansas communities have damage after reports of tornadoes

Multiple communities in Kansas have had damage after reported tornadoes and severe storms.

Saving Money & Earth

Missouri's 'Show Me Green' tax holiday brings savings for shoppers, boosts businesses

Missouri's 'Show Me Green' sales tax holiday offers savings on ENERGY STAR certified appliances from April 19-25.

Home Team Change Up In Order

It's time for a significant Royals lineup switcheroo

Salvy and Vinnie need a break

Tesla Ex Shares New Tune

Grimes debuts new song during surprise Coachella performance

Grimes returned to the stage after a tumultuous few years, kicking off her comeback with a last-minute guest performance at Coachella, singing "Sign From God," which she co-wrote with Cobrah.

MAGA Backs Off Sacrilege 

Trump takes down image from his social media platform that depicted him as a Jesus-like figure

Trump later said the image depicted him as a doctor.

Open Border Justification?!?

Salazar Suggests Republicans Pass Amnesty to Prove They're Not Racist

Rep. Maria Salazar (R-FL) says Republicans ought to pass her "DIGNIDAD Act" to prove to Democrats that they are not racist.

Here's What White House Wanted Out Of The News Today

U.S. begins Strait of Hormuz naval blockade after Iran peace talks fail

The U.S. began a blockade of Iranian ports on Monday, less than two days after a first effort at peace talks between the Americans and Iran failed in Pakistan. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports.

Conservative Considerations

SEN MITCH McCONNELL: Hungary's voters offer a lesson for those on the right drawn to Orban

Hungary's voters ousted Viktor Orban in parliamentary elections on Sunday, raising questions about why some on the American right championed his illiberal government as a model.

Brit's Ex Reemerges

Kevin Federline speaks up on ex-wife Britney Spears' voluntary entrance into rehab

Kevin Federline said he was "happy" to see Britney Spears getting help on her own terms after she voluntarily checked into rehab.

Sailors Censored

Navy yanks promo photo of sailor wearing cheeky Venezuela patch

The Navy quietly yanked a photo from the Pentagon's official image hub after eagle-eyed viewers spotted a cheeky detail.

For Evening Dutch Ovens . . . 

Eggs, set, go: Travel the world through Kansas City's deviled and dressed eggs

Extra Virgin // Photo by Marley Kay Lowe What southern U.S. cookout staple can trace its origins back to ancient Rome? The humble yet beloved deviled egg. Now, deviled eggs are found at many family gatherings in the Midwest. They can transport you back to your childhood or be a vessel to take you across the world.

Forecast Postscript . . . 

Focus turns to damage surveys after Monday night's tornado-warned storm

A tornado watch is in effect Monday evening for several counties across the Kansas City metro and surrounding areas, as conditions become favorable for severe storms.

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