Kansas City Vivid: Local Reporting & Iran From Hostilities

More than a few items to consider for night owls & early birds as we share this peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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For Your First Friday FAIL

Things to do in Kansas City this weekend May 1-3

Best events happening in Kansas City this weekend, from art shows and live music to sports and comedy shows.

Dead Tree Activists Denouement

Protesters in Kansas City campaign for workers' rights after general strike

It was part of a national day of action on May 1.

Home Team Triumphs Tonight

Resilient Royals strike again, defeat Mariners 7-6

It was a really gutsy effort by KC to win a tight game.

Chip in Ahead Of Demolition

From baseball to birdies: How you can play golf at Kauffman Stadium this summer

Kauffman Stadium will transform into a one-of-a-kind golf course this summer as Upper Deck Golf brings its touring experience to Kansas City

Cowtown Pupper Second Chance

Dozens of dogs rescued from Alabama puppy mill find new homes in Kansas City

Dozens of dogs rescued from a puppy mill are getting a fresh start in Kansas City, thanks to the work of Wayside Waifs and its volunteers.

Celeb Shares Pain

Celebrity Big Brother star needed brain scans after bloody accident

A star from a previous season of Celebrity Big Brother has revealed they needed brain scans after an accident which left them blood-soaked.

Iran Form Rough Truce

Trump declares hostilities with Iran "terminated"

The formal notification to Congress does not preclude Trump from taking additional action against Iran.

MAGA Reclaims Money For Americans

Trump Says Almost 300K Illegal Aliens Purged from Social Security Rolls

President Donald Trump announced that roughly 300,000 illegal aliens in the United States have been removed from Social Security rolls.

Discounting Airtime

Spirit Airlines to cease operations after federal government bailout fails to materialize

Spirit Airlines received a final bailout proposal from the U.S. as President Donald Trump says the administration is "driving a tough deal" to aid the beleaguered carrier.

Americans Auf Wiedersehen

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months

The Pentagon says the United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next 6-12 months

Global News Crackdown

Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years amid growing authoritarian pressure

World Press Freedom Index, which assessed 180 countries, finds established journalism is 'being asphyxiated'

Fight For Life Has Always Been Rough

Fascinating simulation shows exactly how sperm is attacked when entering the female reproductive system

One simulation from the BBC shows off the miracle of conception and explains how sperm is attacked when it enters the female reporductive system

Tech Recovery For Realz

WellSky Foundation opens technology hubs to serve Kansas Citians rebooting from homelessness

Two new technology centers - embedded within organizations already offering critical resources - are expected to help expand access to digital skills and employment opportunities for individuals experiencing housing instability.

Temps On Tap

Cool Saturday and warmer Sunday in Kansas City; storm chances return next week

It was a frosty start for some on Friday, and others could see it again on Saturday.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.