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Audience With El Papa

Kansas City college president meets Pope, talks ethical AI future

One Kansas City college is working to balance responsible use of artificial intelligence while being a technological leader in the Midwest.

Today's News Starts With Tragedy

One dead in early morning house fire

The Kansas City Fire Department says a woman was pulled from a burning house at E. 51st & Agnes Tuesday morning, but died on the scene.

Suburban Cash Needed

UPDATE: Blue Springs City Council votes to put local use tax question on November ballot

The Blue Springs City Council voted Monday night to put a 2.5% local use tax on the November ballot to fund street paving.

Home Cooked Treatment

Chronic disease fells too many Kansans. Could Food is Medicine be a cure?

Traditional care models tend to fight disease. Food is Medicine aims to intervene earlier, addressing diet as a root cause.

Show-Me Sportsmanship

Missouri sets new deer hunting rules for 2026 season

Missouri announces 2026 deer hunting changes, including lower nonresident buck limits and updated chronic wasting disease rules.

Local Tech Game Changer

Independence looks to add more regulations, guidelines for future data center development

The City of Independence is looking to add more regulations and guidelines to the city code for future data center and battery energy storage system facilities.

Local Music Chronicles 

Flew the Coop Sessions, a video series highlighting local bands, is set to host its first music festival

Over the past seven years, Flew the Coop Sessions has built a dedicated following through its video series highlighting local bands.

Celeb Fashion Statement

Sports Illustrated star Lindsey Pelas spills out of robe for steamy selfie

LINDSEY PELAS left fans picking their jaws off the floor after spilling out of a robe in a steamy selfie. The Sports Illustrated star and ex-UFC ring girl has become a huge hit since she started he...

MAGA Deals With Iran

Trump Doubles Down on Declaring Hormuz Strait U.S.Territory

Trump doubled down Monday on declaring the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory, asserting that Washington has "total control."

Rev. Hamilton Earns More MSM Accolades

Some Democrats trying to reclaim the issue of faith from the Republican Party

In some of the most critical races this election cycle, several Democrats are sharing how their faith has shaped their views and politics.

Dreamer Double Down?!?

Justice Department asks court to reinstate criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia

In May, a federal judge dismissed a criminal indictment against Abrego Garcia, who had been accused of smuggling immigrants in the U.S. illegally.

CyberTruck Blues Sets In

Tesla's true believers are starting to question their faith in Elon Musk

As Musk turns his focus to other ventures such as SpaceX, some of his biggest backers are wondering whether his car company has become an afterthought.

Far East Forges Ahead

South Korea president calls for military independence in wake of Trump call to cut joint drills

Lee Jae Myung reiterates desire for full command back in Seoul's hands after Donald Trump cuts joint exercises, citing warm ties with Kim Jong-un

Tragic Celeb Legacy

Hayden Panettiere and the child stars whose relationships with their momagers turned complicated

Hayden Panettiere opened up about her complicated relationship with her mom prior to her death at 36. She was among several child stars who have spoken out about their momagers.

Second Act For Hollywood Ladies

Shannon Elizabeth teases how she's going to 'push boundaries' on lucrative OnlyFans account

Shannon Elizabeth teased how she's going to "push boundaries" on her lucrative OnlyFans account that's made her million.

More Deets On Glow Up

Kansas City's iconic Western Auto sign is set to light up the downtown skyline after a year in the dark

The 70-foot-tall sign's bright neon arrow and 11 letters have been restored and its 3,000 light bulbs have been replaced. So when will the metro get to enjoy the latest glow up for Kansas City's most recognizable building-topper?

Storm Forecast Tonight

Strong to severe storms possible Tuesday night, damaging winds the main threat

Strong to severe thunderstorms could move through the Kansas City area Tuesday night, with damaging winds the main threat. Here's the latest timing.

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