Kansas City Fired Up: Artsy Brookside Fest, Healthy Work Required & Iran From Fight

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Local Doggy-Style Theatrics

Kansas City's next big opera star is 12 years old, 2 feet tall and covered in hair (it's a dog)

When Lyric Opera of Kansas City needed a dog to play a character in their new production of "Of Mice and Men," eight canines and their owners showed up to audition. The lucky dog makes his big debut this weekend.

Growing Political Support

Kansas, Missouri representatives weigh in on House passage of farm bill

Kansas and Missouri representatives are sounding off about where they stand on the farm bill, which passed the House with a 224-200 vote on Thursday.

Downtown Loop Building Boom Cont'd

Kansas City's historic Aladdin Hotel brings 1920s-era back to life with 122 apartments

Molzer Development is now offering hard hat tours of the Aladdin Hotel.

Northland Election Hot Mess

7 Platte County candidates could be pulled off ballot due to 'misleading' error

Candidates in Platte County could be disqualified from this year's election after a "misleading," county-issued slip of paper led them to incorrectly file financial statements.

Kansas City Stars Remembered

Film Row in KC: The Crossroads' Hidden Hollywood Legacy

On a Crossroads block once known as Film Row, bronze stars embedded in the sidewalk celebrate locals who went on to become Hollywood legends.

Latest Celeb Fashion Statement

Bella Thorne's Topless Look in Red Thong-Pants Goes Harder Than Expected

Bella Thorne is stealing the show with her red thong-pants topless look in a new Instagram post. Check it out!

Iran From Standoff

Ceasefire hangs in the balance as impatient Trump awaits response from Iran | CNN

As the stalemate between Washington and Tehran drags on and the world waits in hope of a deal, the very real possibility of an alternate outcome - the resumption of war - looms overhead.

Progressive Power Moves Await

Booker: Dems 'Will Unravel' Media Mergers that 'Corrupt' Trump Admin Approved

Thursday on MS NOW's "Morning Joe," Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) said Democrats will "unravel" media mergers the Trump administration approved. | Clips

Conservatives Cancel Late Night?!?

Could the FCC yank ABC's TV licenses amid Trump spat with Kimmel?

Federal telecom regulators can revoke broadcast licenses, but legal experts say the FCC would face a tough road in forcing ABC to go dark.

Working Plan For Healthcare

Nebraska rolls out Medicaid work requirements, putting thousands at risk of losing coverage

Nebraska on Friday became the first state to implement Medicaid work requirements, eight months ahead of the federal deadline mandated in President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill."The move is expected to strip coverage from around 25,000 residents who qualified for the program under the Affordable Care Act's Medicaid expansion, according to the Urban Institute, a nonpartisan research group.

Politicos Lose Tech Bet

Senators Banned From Gambling On Prediction Markets

The move comes after several online gamblers scored big wins by betting on U.S. government decisions, including those tied to military actions.

Iran From Bigger War Budget

Iran war's true cost closer to $50 billion, not $25 billion, U.S. officials say

A Pentagon official publicly placed the Department of Defense's cost for Operation Epic Fury at $25 billion.

Mexican Standoff Over Cartel

Sheinbaum defies U.S. demand to extradite Mexican officials on drug charges

Mexican president says she won't arrest officials indicted by the U.S. on drug charges without firm proof.

Hater Charged Across Pond

Man charged with attempted murders of three people in London knife attacks

Essa Suleiman is accused of stabbing two Jewish men in Golders Green and attacking another over personal dispute in south London

Big Guy By Bay

LIVE: 'Chonkers,' the giant sea lion stealing hearts at San Francisco's Pier 39

Hi Chonkers! 🦭 The hype is continuing to build around the 2,000-pound Steller sea lion that's attracting a lot of attention at San Francisco's Pier 39.

Diva Confronts DUI Options

Britney Spears Will Be Offered Probation for DUI, Avoid Jail Time If She Pleads Guilty to Reckless Driving Charge

Britney Spears may avoid jail in her DUI case as prosecutors pursue a wet reckless plea ahead of her arraignment in Ventura County. She was officially charged with a misdemeanor on April 30.

Sketchy Social Solicitiations

OnlyFans star shares strangest bedroom requests she's received from clients

OnlyFans star and "all service" sex worker Kayla Jade has amassed more than three million followers across social media with her "storytime" videos detailing the escapades of her work.

KC Toasts Kickball

Boulevard launches World Cup-themed beer with proceeds toward local sports commission

On Thursday, Boulevard Brewing announced it will debut the Space Camper Star Striker IPA, a World Cup-themed new brew for this summer.

Home Team Postscript

Royals drop series finale to A's, lose 6-3

The Royals now drop to 12-19 on the season.

Everybody Has Questions For Kraske

KCUR's Up To Date is going back on the road! Come see us at Rainy Day Books

Ever wanted to be a fly on the wall while Steve Kraske interviews movers and shakers from around Kansas City? You can catch a live broadcast of Up To Date at Rainy Day Books in Fairway, Kansas, the week of May 4-8.

Artsy Weekend Ahead

The Brookside Art Annual Starts Tomorrow!

It's time to think about plans for the weekend!!! and the first weekend of May always brings us the Brookside Art Annual! It seems like this year, the date snuck up on us quickly! Yes, May 1st is tomorrow so plan to visit the art fair sometime this weekend.

Katie Shares Springtime Predictions

We will start off cold, but it will warm up later

A couple more chilly days before we will warm up and have more chances for rain

Action Bronson - TRICERATOPS (ft. Lil Yachty & Paul Wall) is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.