Kansas City Snaps: Local Statements & Minting MAGA Gold Coin

Right now we celebrate actress, director, celeb and Insta hottie Syd as we take another peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Cowtown Congratulations Redux

The World Cup left Kansas City, but these moments of joy and connection are sticking with us

With Kansas City's time as a World Cup host now over, what did this massive event mean to the city besides traffic jams and crowded streetcars? These were our favorite memories from reporting across the region, meeting visitors and fans, and watching The Beautiful Game play out in our home.

Summer Caution

Longview Lake Beach closes due to water quality issues

Jackson County Parks and Recreation said in a social media post that Longview Lake Beach will remain closed "until testing confirms the water is safe for swimming."

Everything KC Wanted To Know About Face Tattoos

Know before you go: Post Malone, Jelly Roll set for Kauffman Stadium concert

Doors for the concert open at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15.

Eco-Devo Down By River

River Market Warehouse to Become Lofts

The 4-story warehouse building at 204 West 3rd Street, which is vacant, in the River Market neighborhood is set for redevelopment. Planned is a $15.7 million redevelopment of the building into 38 loft apartments. The breakdown of the units is 3 studios, 17 one-bedroom, 11 two-bedrooms, and 7 three-bedroom lofts.

Local Roasting Redux

All about KMBC's Coffee for a Cause

We're at the Roasterie on 199th on July 15

Celebrate Celeb Pix

Sydney Sweeney spills out of see-through lace bra in sizzling lingerie snaps

Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney has dazzled fans once again in a series of new snaps promoting her Syrn lingerie brand, which showed her posing with corsets and thongs

MAGA Money Debuts

U.S. Mint to make $1 gold coin with Trump's face on it

It's the latest effort by President Trump to make his mark on Washington, D.C.

White House Tell-All?!?

Biden to release memoir on his presidency and reelection campaign - after the midterms

The book will cover the former president's decision to run for reelection and eventually step aside.

Iran From Rough War

US military denies striking civilian wheat storage in Iran after Trump threatens power plants and bridges - Middle East crisis live

US strikes Iran for fourth consecutive day as Iran deputy foreign minister says interim deal all but 'dismantled'

Far East Fades???

China reports slower-than-expected growth as Iran turmoil roils global trade | CNN Business

China is struggling to offset economic challenges both at home and abroad, as its economy grew at a slower-than-expected pace in the second quarter of the year.

Maybe Movie Worthwhile

'The Odyssey' Review: Christopher Nolan Defies the Gods with a Staggering Epic About Fate, Family, and the Future of Living in a Broken World

Thanks to a career-defining performance by Matt Damon, Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' is one of his best movies. Review.

Brits Also Enjoy Group Hugs

Orgies & BDSM dog collars - inside leafy village's Ibiza-themed swingers party

THE crowd erupts as the DJ drops an anthem. Outside, festival-goers sip cocktails in bubbling hot tubs while others queue for glitter makeovers. No, it's not Ibiza, but leafy Lincolnshire, where a ...

How-To: Housing Flex

Statement Chandeliers - IN Kansas City Magazine

If your dining room needs a fresh, new look, one of the easiest ways to update it is a statement-making chandelier. Just try to imagine the following three dining rooms without their centerpiece lighting fixture. A room can go from boring to bold in one quick step.

Katie's Summer Outlook . . .

Warm, summer day for Kansas City

Before we head into another summer heat wave, we will prepare you for thunderstorms on Thursday. Futurescan will show you the timing of the storms.

The Chainsmokers - Echo ft. Oaks is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.