Kansas City Tousle: Local Construction Redux & Iran From Deadline

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Summer Detour Daze Arrive

KCMO World Cup construction restrictions end this weekend

Restrictions Kansas City, Missouri, placed on utility and construction work during the World Cup end Sunday, the day after the last soccer match in Kansas City.

Building Local Patriotism

Kansas City GM crews build a giant EV American flag

GM Fairfax adjusted its build schedule to make 350 Chevy Bolts for a giant American flag and "USA" display.

Sleaze Scummit Stocks Up

Lee's Summit Costco expected to open next month

As Costco prepares to open a new location in Lee's Summit, it's also making controversial changes to a Kansas City store.

Reviewing Familiar Tunes

Nostalgia and good vibes carry the day for Sheryl Crow's concert at KC Fan Fest

From "Soak Up the Sun" to "Steve McQueen," Sheryl Crow delivered a warm, blended and nostalgic sound with a relaxed and humble stage presence.

Fashioning Local Spirit

Why MADE MOBB is opening its doors to small biz vendors feeling shut out by World Cup

Not every small business could afford a seat at Kansas City's World Cup table, so the metro's premiere streetwear shop is pulling up a few extra chairs, said Mark Launiu.

Literal Jackpot

Exclusive | Emily Ratajkowski sells spicy book, 'Mother F-ker' in 12-way bidding war for seven figures after essay on her single sex life goes viral

The author recalled of serial dating: "I thought I'd get some great orgasms and a few funny stories on the way too." Certainly seems like the plan worked!

Iran From MAGA Comeback

'Wait and see': Trump weighs a return to war with Iran

WASHINGTON - As President Donald Trump considers an increasingly limited, and familiar, scope of options for the war with Iran, he's receiving an influx of advice about how to proceed from members of his national security team, foreign leaders, Republicans in Congress and allies outside his administration.

Gray Lady Confronts Serious Questions

Several New York Times journalists reportedly issued subpoenas after Air Force One reporting

The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.

No, She Does Not

Does Kamala Harris really have a shot in 2028?

The case for - and against - another Harris presidential campaign.

La Migra Mistake Hurts MAGA Again

The Memo: Houston killing reignites controversy over Trump's ICE enforcement

The killing of a man in Houston at the hands of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent has reignited the controversy over President Trump's hardline policies, which critics contend are ...

Vlad Warpath Cont'd

10 people injured in overnight Russian strikes on Kyiv

Ukrainian military said its air defenses shot down or suppressed two missiles and 111 drones, while Russia claims its forces targeted drone production facilities in Kyiv.

King Chuck Hosts Fam

Charles hosted Prince Harry and family for first time in years as they try to repair a family rift

King Charles III has hosted Prince Harry and met with his family for the first time in years. The two are trying to repair a rift that has persisted since Charles' youngest son and wife quit royal life and moved to America six years ago.

Local Boozy Retrospective

KC gets another rooftop bar with signature cocktails and 360-degree views

Located on the rooftop of the Corrigan Station building, RooftopKC is open seasonally through October.

July Heat Turns Up

Dry and feeling like July this weekend

Feeling like a typical July day today in KC! Highs in the mid to upper 80s with mostly sunny skies.

Sam Fender, Olivia Dean - Rein Me In is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.