KC Incline: Local Hype Reel & Iran From New MAGA Peace Deal

We're calling it tonight in hopes of being a better blogger by way of the morning update that might OR MIGHT NOT come before the crack of noon . . . Until then, we're inspired by angel Maddy to share this quick peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines for night owls & early birds.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Keepsake For Great Cause

KC-themed World Cup flag sales to benefit Ronald McDonald House; fans can win signed Messi jersey

Ronald McDonald House will sell Kansas City-themed World Cup flags on June 12. There's also a contest to win a signed Lionel Messi jersey.

Locals Help Each Other After Storm

Neighbors help clear debris after destructive storm rips through the metro

Neighbors are helping each other clear the debris after a destructive storm ripped through the Kansas City metro over the weekend.

Bad Break For Baller

Royals' Vinnie Pasquantino (hamate bone) could miss up to 6 weeks

Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino had surgery Sunday on a fractured hamate bone in his right hand and could miss up to six weeks.

Cowtown Damage Survey

PHOTOS: Saturday storms cause damage to homes, cars across the Kansas City metro

Across the Kansas City metro, residents are left assessing damage and picking up the pieces after a band of severe storms moved east through the Heartland.

EXCELLENT South Side Community Paper Shares Worthwhile Hype Reel

10 soccer films to set the vibe as fans arrive in Kansas City for FIFA World Cup

Here are a handful of films, from the United States and around the world, about this global sensation of soccer for you to discover and enjoy.

Angel Listening Session

Gig Review: Madison Beer At The O2 - Still Listening

Madison Beer turns The O2 into a glittering pop fairytale on The Locket Tour

MAGA Declares Peace Again

US President Donald Trump claims Strait will be 'permanently toll free' under Iran agreement | FXStreet

US President Trump said that the agreement he reached with Iran would ultimately assure that the Strait of Hormuz is "permanently toll free," the New York Times reported on Sunday.

Progressive Proclaims Victory Far Ahead Of Midterms

Why Hasan Piker thinks Democrats are moving in his direction

Hasan Piker vs. Third Way is a battle for the Democratic Party.

Knicks Fans Spark Chaos After Victory

63 people arrested, 4 stabbings and 1 shooting reported in NYC as Knicks fans go wild celebrating NBA Finals win

The Big Apple erupted in bloody chaos overnight as rowdy mobs celebrating the Knicks' NBA title trashed NYPD cars and torched FIFA buses in Times Square, leaving 10 cops hurt and 63 people in handc...

GOP Leader On The Mend

Former Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell hospitalized

A spokesman for former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said the Kentucky republican was admitted to a hospital on Sunday.

Happy B-Day For MAGA

Trump turns 80 with cage fight, Iran deal

US President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with an extraordinary display of political machismo Sunday, staging a cage fight on the White House lawn hours after announcing a peace deal with...

El Papa Inspires Empathy

A viral photo of Pope Leo XIV and a Barcelona boy sparked an emotional search for his family

Pope Leo XIV shared a touching moment with a 7-year-old boy, captured by AP photographer Emilio Morenatti.

Meet New Local Boss Of Generosity

Harvesters community food network names new president and CEO

Debbie Espinosa has been selected as president and CEO of Harvesters - The Community Food Network, becoming the sixth person to lead the organization, according to a press release.

Fighting South Side Inferno

Fire crews respond to basement fire in occupied home

The occupants were able to self-evacuate.

Griggs Shares World Cup Outlook

Quiet, comfortable Monday and Tuesday

Risk of severe storms Wednesday

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