Kansas City Pavement: Local Party Time, Midterm Politics & MAGA Deals

More than a few things to consider as we sent a shout out to night owls, insomniacs and even our early bird friends by way of pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.  

Check TKC news gathering . . .


Scheduling Kickball Party Time

Kansas City, Missouri, sets hours for bars and restaurants during World Cup

The Kansas City, Missouri, City Council announced Thursday it has set operating hours for bars and restaurants during the FIFA World Cup this summer.


Local Life Saver

Kansas City Fire Department plans city's first Safe Haven Baby Box in Northland

Kansas City firefighters are preparing to install the city's first Safe Haven Baby Box in the Northland. The anonymous surrender option is designed to safely protect infants and give parents in crisis another place to turn.


Meth Town Moving Troubles

Independence couple still searching for items after moving company's payment demands

An Independence couple is still searching for their household goods after a moving company demanded $15,000 more than the estimate after loading the truck.


Hope Springs Eternal In The Dotte

KCK community looks forward to Central Avenue Bridge replacement

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) hosted a public meeting on Wednesday night for the Central Avenue Bridge replacement project in Wyandotte County.


Hipsters On Ice

Photos: Mavericks defend home ice, series shifts to Texas

Photo by Eli Ralls The playoff intensity continued Sunday afternoon as the Kansas City Mavericks battled the Allen Americans in Game 2 of the Mountain Division Finals at Cable Dahmer Arena. In a physical matchup packed with heavy hits, fast-paced action, and postseason energy, Kansas City came away with another hard-fought victory to take a 2-0 series lead before the...


Tragic Old School Conclusion

82-year-old fisherman dies after falling into Hillsdale Lake

The Miami County Sheriff's Office reports an 82-year-old fisherman died over the weekend at Hillsdale Lake.


Reporting #TBT Streaking Tradition

In 1974 two naked dudes disrupted KU graduation. It was a big year for streaking - AOL

The streaking trend in the U.S. hit a peak in 1974, when hundreds of naked people romped on the Mizzou campus, too.


JLo Defies Gravity

Jennifer Lopez Wears Nothing but a Lace-Trimmed Black Bra Beneath Her Boxy Blazer

She suited up in the sexiest way possible.


MAGA Makes Far East Deal

Trump wraps up visit with Xi in China tonight, after talks on trade and stern words on Taiwan

President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping conclude their summit in Beijing on Friday as both countries look to claim the visit as a win.


La Migra Stays Losing

US border patrol chief resigns abruptly amid string of exits by Trump immigration officials

Mike Banks, who led Trump's border crackdown, resigned weeks after reports of prostitution allegations


How Does He REALLY Feel?!?

Exclusive -- Brandon Gill on What Democrats Stand For: Cultural Marxism, Hatred of Trump/Christians/White People

Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) said about Democrats, "Taking a Marxist economic framework and putting it on top of civil society and culture more broadly... that has been their political strategy... It comes down to we hate the president, we hate Christians, we hate white people." | Clips


Survey Seyz White House Losing Again

Trump Approval Rating Drops Below 36%-A New Low

Trump has a net -18.9 approval rating.


Blue Wave Debate

Fetterman: Democratic base becoming 'increasingly anti-American'

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) on Wednesday accused the Democratic base of becoming "increasingly anti-American" amid calls against U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, Iran and Cuba. ...


Life Fight Forever

Supreme Court keeps broader access to abortion pill mifepristone in place while legal fight continues

The Supreme Court kept broader access to abortion pill mifepristone in place, allowing telehealth prescribing and mail delivery to continue.


Vlad Wages More Euro War

Russian drone and missile barrage destroys apartments in Kyiv, killing 9

Authorities say the Russian attack on Ukraine demolished an apartment block in Kyiv, killing nine and wounding dozens. It was a third straight day that Moscow has unleashed such a large-scale barrage.


"Poland Is Not Yet Lost"

Pentagon abruptly cuts US combat forces in Poland, officials say

The Pentagon decided not to replace a brigade of combat forces.


Celeb Family Drama Exposed

Exclusive | Hayden Panettiere's estranged mom hits back at 'entitled' daughter's tell-all: '20 years of trauma'

Amid her ongoing press tour for "This Is Me: A Reckoning," the actress has made various claims about her relationship with Lesley Vogel, who previously managed her career.


Missouri Measures Advantage

These are the US states with the largest - and smallest - average penis size

A new study from Bespoke Surgical reveals which US state is home to the biggest penises - and how LGBTQ+ people measure up.


Home Team Harsh Times Cont'd

Royals lose 6-2, swept by White Sox

The losing streak reaches four.


Summer Sneak Peek

Kansas City may flirt with record heat before severe storm chances this weekend

Kansas City faces several chances for thunderstorms through Monday with damaging wind, hail and possible tornado threats in the forecast.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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