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U.S. Soccer and Charlie Hustle Launch World Cup Collection

U.S. Soccer has launched an 11-city collaboration with streetwear brands across all host markets to celebrate the 2026 World Cup, and Kansas City's contribution is courtesy of Charlie Hustle.

Golden Ghetto Dem Debate

Tempers flare after JoCo Democrats pull support for some U.S. Senate candidates

"We have a responsibility to our voters to promote the candidates who have the most chance for success," party Chair Deann Mitchell said.

Show-Me The Money

These 9 Missouri businesses made the Fortune 500 list this year

For the eighth year in a row, Centene is the highest ranked Missouri-based business on Fortune's list of the 500 largest American companies. It sits at No. 19 - up four spots from last year's list.

Kickball Saves Planet

World Cup stadiums earn prestigious certifications as green buildings before matches begin

Most of the stadiums for this year's FIFA World Cup are now considered green buildings and the majority earned their certification in the run-up to the tournament.

Home Team Clings To Life

Royals hang on to take series finale vs. Twins 6-5; Bobby Witt Jr. exits with knee soreness

Regardless of a win or loss, the Royals have a glaring issue at hand- superstar shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. was removed from the game in the fifth inning with right knee soreness.

Angel Grows Future

Kelly Brook's laid-back approach to gardening delivers colourful blooms with minimal effort

Kelly Brook offers simple ways to get colourful flowers without much effort needed.

MAGA Orders Holy Land

Trump tells Netanyahu not to strike Iran

Trump told Netanyahu during the call to allow more time for diplomacy, sources told Axios.

MAGA Vs. Feds

This federal judge ruled against Trump. Then the death threats rolled in | 60 Minutes

Federal judges say criticism from President Trump can put their safety at risk. The White House says the president "understands the dangers of political violence."

Populism Trends Progressive

Mamdani: Democratic Party has 'lost its focus on working people'

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) said Saturday that Democrats have lost sight of the important economic issues facing working-class Americans as the party works to rebuild itself after a deva...

Prez Vs. Press

Watch: Trump Ends NBC Interview - Calls 'Meet the Press' 'Crooked'

Sunday President Donald Trump ended an NBC "Meet the Press" interview with host Kristen Welker saying calling the network "one-sided" and "crooked." | Clips

Politics Of LDS?!?

GOP senators demand answers after Pentagon decision on LDS Church

According to defense officials, the shift is part of an administrative effort to streamline what the Pentagon characterized as an "unmanageable" system.

El Papa Offers Hope

Pope Leo tells 1.2 million crowd in Madrid that God stands with the poor

Over a million people filled the streets near one of Madrid's main squares on Sunday to join Pope Leo for an outdoor ​Mass, likely to be the largest event of his week-long visit to Spain, where the pope said God ‌stands with society's poor and forsaken.

Summer Party Planning

KC Sipps: Eat your way around Kansas City at these festivals, plus three downtown openings

Food Editor Sarah Sipple shares timely restaurant news and events for Kansas City.

Stormy Sunday Night Ahead

Tornado warning canceled for Saline, Cooper, Pettis counties

We have a First Warn in place for Sunday storms, then intense heat ahead.

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