KC Walk: Toy Train Breaks, Iran War Toll & MAGA World Cup Jeers

Tonight and for most of tomorrow morning, we're inspired by angel Candice and another peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Toy Train Takes Another Break

KC Streetcar resumes service between Union Station, Berkley Riverfront after hours-long suspension

KC Streetcar downtown service resumed late Sunday afternoon after being suspended Saturday evening due to "track maintenance," according to the KC Streetcar Authority.

Social Media Inclinations

New Instagram directory aims to connect KC customers with Black-owned businesses

It's a project from an organization that has spent years uplifting Black businesses in KC.

Traffic Trouble Inside Loop

Motorcyclist in critical condition after striking SUV at 19th, Broadway in Kansas City, Missouri

A motorcyclist is in critical condition after their motorcycle collided with an SUV in Kansas City, Missouri, Saturday night.

Suburban Summer Scorn

Lee's Summit City Council member resigns, blasting colleagues on the way out

City Council members are expected to appoint someone to fill the open seat until the next regular election.

Cowtown Outlaw Daze Well-Remembered

KC's Wild, Wild West past

Missouri and Kansas are dotted with famous and not-so-famous spots of historical significance to America's great westward expansion.

Angel Legacy Endures . . .

Candice Swanepoel's History of Supermodel Style on the Red Carpet

The South African beauty has been a staple of red carpets and runways since the mid-aughts.

Kickball Criticizes Prez

Yes, Donald Trump got booed at the World Cup Final

People are NOT happy to see Donald Trump at the biggest event in professional sports.

Big Apple On Notice

Homan: Mamdani Will Not Stop ICE from Doing Its Job

Sunday on Fox News Channel's "Fox & Friends Weekend," Border Czar Tom Homan said sanctuary city policies touted by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not stop Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from doing its job. | Clips

Feds Stand Down?!?

FBI agents were told they would no longer investigate confrontations with ICE

Critics worry that removing an outside agency from investigating the incidents could limit scrutiny on law enforcement and public transparency.

Midterms Turn Radical

Former DSA member alleges communists have 'captured' socialist group, warns Democratic Party is next

Former Democratic Socialists of America member Jake Altman says the DSA has been overtaken by communists, warning the same playbook is pushing the Democratic Party left.

Iran War Death Toll Climbs

US announces another troop death as Israel warns Tehran's attacks are coming close

The United States has announced another death of a service member as it launches more airstrikes at Iran.

Meet New Brit Boss

Who is Andy Burnham, the U.K.'s new prime minister?

On Monday, former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham succeeds Keir Starmer as the United Kingdom's prime minister. Burnham's politics have been shaped by England's north-south class divide.

Better News From Beltway

Usha Vance gives birth to a baby boy

Second lady Usha Vance delivered a baby boy on Sunday morning, marking the first time a sitting second lady has been pregnant or given birth in 156 years. "We are excited to announce that our baby ...

Local Connection To Global Stage & Spain Triumph

Jason Sudeikis Brings Ted Lasso to World Cup Halftime Show to Hype Up Justin Bieber

Sudeikis had a surprise cameo during the first-ever World Cup Final halftime show, weeks before 'Ted Lasso' returns with season four in August.

Contemplation Across The Pond

'We hear your voices': inside the Church of England's debate over Palestine

A General Synod vote to hear a document describing Israel's 'genocidal war on Gaza' was welcomed by Palestinian Christians, but prompted warnings from Jewish groups

Local Congrats Cont'd . . .

Fans in Kansas City reflect on historic FIFA World Cup summer as host city celebrations wrap up

Kansas City residents and visitors are reflecting on a summer they say they will never forget as the FIFA World Cup wraps up with the final match.

Grigs Gives Us Hope

Kansas City heat advisory in effect Monday as dangerous heat index reaches 110

Dangerous heat returns to the Kansas City area Monday with heat index values up to 110. Relief is expected later this week, along with chances for rain.

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