Kansas City Togetherness: Local Threads, London Calling & MAGA Monument

Syd & Emrata canoodling reminds us that the world isn't so bad after all as we share our latest peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Local Artsy Kickoff

Explore 6 World Cup-inspired exhibits coming to Kansas City museums

Residents and visitors can get in the World Cup spirit with these six soccer-themed exhibitions at museums, galleries and institutions across the area.


Kansas Tech Clap Back

Kansas legislator calls for data center moratorium in Johnson and Miami counties

A Kansas state senator is calling for "all municipal and county governing bodies" in Johnson and Miami counties in Kansas to pass resolutions in support of a moratorium on data centers.


Sunflower State Ablaze

Gov. Kelly declares disaster emergency as wildfires force evacuations in SW Kansas

Wildfires burning in southwest Kansas prompted evacuation orders, a highway closure, and responses from agencies and task forces from across the state.


More Tickets For Kingdom

American Airlines expands flights for Kansas City Chiefs fans ahead of 2026 NFL season

American Airlines is expanding flights for Kansas City Chiefs fans ahead of the 2026 NFL season.


Community Threads Debut

Runway Ready

At the end of March, Kansas City Fashion Week once again proved why the heart of the Midwest belongs on the fashion map.


Syd Suffers Criticism

Maitland Ward calls Sydney Sweeney's OnlyFans scenes in 'Euphoria' 'disgusting and vile'

Maitland Ward says Sydney Sweeney's OnlyFans portrayal in "Euphoria" season three is disgusting and makes fun of real creators on the platform.


Far East Leads MAGA?!?

Trump's Beijing visit was more vibes than details. And Xi set the tone | CNN

US President Donald Trump's visit to China this week may have been short on immediate deals addressing frictions over tech and trade. But there's little question that Chinese leader Xi Jinping will be viewing it as a resounding success.


Hollywood Drama Cont'd

Adam McKay Slams "White Liberals," Democratic Party: "They Are the Worst"

"I've tried to talk to them about the climate. They are so smug and captured. And it boils down to privilege," the director said.


J6 Return Trip

At least five people pardoned by Trump for Capitol attack accused of new crimes

Ryan Nichols is the latest such person to face charges after he allegedly brandished a gun during an argument


GOP Midtermn Turnabout

This Republican voted to convict Trump. Now he's up for reelection. Can he survive?

Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy was one of seven Republican senators who voted to impeach President Trump. Now he's running for reelection in a race that will test Trump's hold on the GOP.


Party Time Against MAGA

Democrats frame Trump ballroom as symbol of Republican disconnect from voters' affordability woes

By Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, May 16 (Reuters) - Democrats hoping to win control of Congress in November's elections are seizing on Republicans' support of President Donald Trump's proposed $400


American Golden Age Debate

The newest Trump monument disobeys the biblical commandment to 'flee from idolatry'

The Old and New Testament are clear about why Christians should shun a golden statue of a political leader.


Iran From Missiles

Israel strikes Lebanon as Iran says it "cannot trust the Americans"

Two days of talks in Washington between Lebanon and Israel produced an extension of the current ceasefire by 45 days.


Protest Trending Across Pond

Extra 4,000 officers in London as police brace for far-right and pro-Palestine marches - live

Police will be monitoring both Tommy Robinson's 'Unite the Kingdom' march and also the annual 'Nakba day' pro-Palestine march


Tesla King Ridicules Antiquity Reimagined

Elon Musk Blasts 'The Odyssey' Over Casting Lupita Nyong'o As Helen Of Troy

The tech billionaire doubled down on his criticism of Christopher Nolan's star-studded film adaptation.


Wild Life Exposed

Naked train rides & an orgy disaster - my wildest tales as a sex festival addict

WATCHING sex-mad passengers stripping to their underwear on a packed train for a randy pop-up party, Jennifer Taves knew she was hooked on the high of voyeurism. The self-described sex festival fan...



KC Must Save Salvy

What should the Royals do with a struggling Salvador Perez?

The franchise's link between eras is slowing down.



Spring Showers Persist

First Warn for severe storm chances tonight & into the weekend

Spotty to scattered storms are possible tonight and at times through the weekend - they could be strong to severe. These will be mainly nighttime rounds, but they may occur early enough to impact some weekend evening plans. Monday has been upgraded to a First Warn Weather Day for the highest severe threat.


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