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Picture Kansas City Summer 2026

One extraordinary photo: Fan goes airborne in Kansas City to celebrate USMNT win

"This photo illustrated the joy and excitement that came over the crowd as it became apparent Team USA would likely win this match," photographer Charlie Riedel said.

Golden Ghetto Deep Dive

Lenexa's Ad Astra Pool reopens with $8M rebuild: Zero-depth entry, diving boards, new bathhouse

Lenexa's rebuilt Ad Astra Pool opens July 4 after rain delays.

Show-Me Vaxx Q&A

Would Missouri hunters take a Lyme disease vaccine? We asked them

Drugmakers are working on a potential new shot to prevent the tick-borne illness. How might it fare in the era of vaccine skepticism?

Kansas Creature Caution

KDHE warns Kansans to watch out for bats on the ground amid intense heat

Grounded bats may be carrying rabies, experts say; thick gloves recommended if you must move one

Local Bar Fly Debate

Kansas Citians clap back at Denver sports anchor over World Cup hosting diss

Denver sports anchor Scotty Gange dissed Kansas City and called Arrowhead Stadium a "dump" while complaining Denver wasn't a World Cup host.

Angel Attempts New Look . . .

Montce and Elsa Hosk Debut a Vintage-Inspired Capsule Collection

From effortless whimsy to vintage-inspired signature silhouettes, Montce x Elsa Hosk's 66-piece capsule collection arrives just in time for spring.

News For Tony Danza

Trump: Netanyahu 'Knows Who the Boss Is' as Leaders Plan White House Meeting

President Donald Trump said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu requested a White House meeting that could take place after the president returns from next week's NATO summit, as the two leaders have differed over Iran diplomacy and Israel's continued military operations in Lebanon. | Israel / Middle East

Socialism Trending . . .

How the Far Left Captured the Democratic Party

Disciplined organizing has enabled socialism's rise. Opponents must build an anti-socialist coalition that can win.

Mental Health Break Clap Back

Tom Kean got months of paid sick leave - after voting against it for others | Arwa Mahdawi

The congressman spent four months mysteriously away from work, but he doesn't seem to think his constituents should get mandated sick days

Euro Convo Amid Catastophe

Trump holds 90-minute call with Putin, also speaks with Zelenskyy ahead of NATO summit

U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking to Russian leader Vladimir Putin by telephone for nearly 90 minutes, offered to help find a solution ⁠to the Ukraine war, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said in comments made public early on Sunday.

Iran From Flex

Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor

Three sons of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali ​Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members on Sunday, but Mojtaba, the son ‌who has succeeded him as Iran's supreme leader, did not make an appearance.

In Praise Of El Papa

The immorality of world leaders is contagious. Thank heavens for the pope | Simon Tisdall

In a political wasteland dominated by billionaires, war criminals and mega-corporations, the head of the Catholic church is a rare figure of moral leadership, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

Cowtown Summer Calendar Debuts

Four Kansas City Art Events Not to Miss in July - IN Kansas City Magazine

Heart of the Nation Art Exhibit at Ikea What a brilliant idea-contemporary local art in a venue that shows you how to incorporate it into your living space. With a little help, of course, from Ikea. This exhibit at Ikea makes art a part of everyday life, not something roped off in don't-touch, museum-like rooms....

Soggy Sunday

Spotty rain chance Sunday

Golden sunshine early next week

The Cranberries - Sunday is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.