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Talking Trajectory
Kansas City holds open house for proposed 18th and Vine streetcar
Kansas City officials are hosting an open house to discuss a proposed east-west streetcar extension to the historic 18th and Vine district
JoCo Decision On Poorly Named Humanitarian Concern
Future of Starfish Project Foundation now in Olathe City Council's hands as nonprofit seeks permit
The Olathe Planning Commission voted 5-3 to recommend denial of a special-use permit for the Starfish Project Foundation Monday, despite city planning staff recommending approval.
Kansas Honcho Takes Pause
Kansas governor votes, celebrates first time in 22 years she's not on the ballot * Kansas Reflector
Gov. Laura Kelly voted Tuesday morning, offering a laughing "halleleujah" that she wasn't on the ballot for the first time in 22 years.
Show-Me One Last Chance
Missouri delays new temporary tag system until February 2027 as expired tags remain a problem
Missouri has delayed its new temporary tag system until February 2027. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says expired and fake temporary tags remain a growing problem while officers continue enforcing registration laws.
Home Team Gives Up Latest
Twins walk off Royals in convincing argument that Seth Lugo should be on the trade block
Your best source for quality Kansas City Royals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.
Celeb Fashions Skivvy Look
Forget Clothes-Margot Robbie's Silky Dôen Set Confirms Summer 2026 Is All About Lingerie
Margot Robbie stepped out wearing the butter yellow trend in Paris, in the form of a lingerie-inspired silk matching set from Taylor Swift favorite, Dôen
Iran From Wartime
US thwarts 'surprise' Iran missile attack, and joins forces with Saudis to hit targets in Iraq
Oil price spikes after flare-up of fighting and claimed Iranian attacks on three tankers in strait of Hormuz
Progressive Strategy
Dems reject Trump's top spy pick after demanding replacement, leaving counter-terror tool in air
Jay Clayton was confirmed as DNI on a party-line vote, replacing Tulsi Gabbard, but Senate Democrats say the FISA Section 702 reauthorization standoff remains unresolved.
Dollar Doubts
Americans' confidence in US economy falls as Iran conflict sends gas prices higher
Americans' confidence in the economy fell this month as gas prices resumed their climb after the U.S. and Iran stepped up their fighting.
Beltway Showdown Sneak Peek
Comer warns Fauci: Biden's pardon doesn't cover testimony this week
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) warned Dr. Anthony Fauci that the presidential pardon he received does not extend to his awaited hearing at Capitol Hill. The former director ...
MAGA Meets World
Trump praises back-to-back meetings with Zelenskyy and Netanyahu
US president makes positive posts as Ukraine seeks more firepower and Israeli PM seeks to repair relationship
Far East Tragedy
Japan quake kills at least 13; more trapped in collapsed mall, factory
A major earthquake in Japan's southwest killed at least 13 people and left several injured or missing after a shopping center and a paper mill were heavily damaged.
Euro Exit Aftermath
U.S. Walks Out In Protest During France's United Nations Remarks. Here's Why
"We will not be affording them the benefit of listening to their politicized drivel until they renounce their condescending and disrespectful rhetoric," said a U.S. official.
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Joe Rogan Admits He Loves Living in a Blue City
The podcaster said he loves living in a liberal stronghold-but only under one condition.
High Finance Hot Mess
JPMorgan Banker Claims Naked, Drunk Boss Tried to Recruit Friend For Threesome
More bombshell allegations against JPMorgan Chase executive Lorna Hajdini ... and this time an alleged threesome is involved.
Latest Deal In The Dotte
'Rare' piece of Kansas City history for sale after closing last month
Sammy's Tavern has served patrons in Strawberry Hill for decades.
Local Heatwave Reprieve
Kansas City weather: Cooler for the rest of the week, rain chances Thursday and Friday
Kansas City will see clouds, storm chances Thursday into Friday, then cooler temperatures and lower humidity for the weekend before summer heat returns next week
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