Kansas City Crown: Council Lady Confirmed & Snail Mail Politics

For the midweek we're inspired by BILLIONAIRE, fashionista and Insta hottie Kylie by way of pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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About Her Parachute

Andrea Bough named interim president/CEO of Economic Development Corporation of KC

Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas announced Councilwoman Andrea Bough has been named the interim president and CEO of the Economic Development Corporation of KC.

Tribute Politics

Dolly Parton's Kansas City visit remembered as Missouri's Imagination Library faces funding pause

Parton's last stop in the Kansas City area came on Aug. 27, 2024, when she joined then Missouri Governor Mike Parson at the Folly Theatre

Suburban Court Fight

Lee's Summit City Council debates whether an elected judge should get pay increase during term

The Lee's Summit City Council is divided on whether an elected judge can receive a salary increase during an elected term. Municipal court judges say it's needed, as they might work additional duties.

Comeback Sneak Peek???

Patrick Mahomes continuing to progress; looking to play Week 1

Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season is inching closer and closer, and one question remains: Will Patrick Mahomes be on the field?

Home Team High Hopes

Kansas City Royals news: Playoff hopium runs high

Some Kansas City Royals are doing their best Dumb and Dumber impression: So you're telling me there's a chance?

Celeb Shares 29th B-Day Sneak Peek

Kylie Jenner Almost Pops Out of Plunging Top That Dips Ultra Low

During her appearance on the Better Half podcast, Kylie Jenner stunned in a plunging black top and matching trousers.

MAGA MAIL MOVES . . .

States renew fight against Trump's mail-in voting rule

The Supreme Court didn't weigh the merits of Trump's order, leaving the door open for suits.

Progressively Convincing 

US voters favor Democratic Party on cost of living, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Several Democratic candidates are making affordability a central issue on the campaign trail.

About Latest Leaks . . .

3 Secret Service Officials Under Investigation for Potential Misconduct

Three Secret Service officials have been placed on administrative leave amid an investigation for potential misconduct, according to reports.

Commies Reject Jokes 

Chinese artist is sentenced to 3 years in prison over satirical Mao artworks

Gao Zhen, who is based in the U.S., was arrested while visiting family in China in August 2024 and charged over works that authorities deemed insulting to revolutionary figures.

Latest Celeb Tragedy

Tim Curry, 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' Star, Dies at 80

Tim Curry, who soared to fame in the '70s as the flamboyant star of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," died on Tuesday in Los Angeles. He was 80.

About Lingering Doubt

"The most awkward part of my threesome wasn't the sex; it was sitting on the couch waiting for it to begin"

In this instalment of Between Us, we meet a woman who has always wanted a threesome. Tired of waiting, she takes matters into her own hands.

Connection To Coach

Eric Bieniemy can relate to 'hard-headed' Rashee Rice

The Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator sees a little bit of himself in the team's most experienced wide receiver.

Karli's Forecast

FOX4 Forecast: Pleasant before heat returns this weekend

Morning fog will clear to reveal temperatures in the mid to upper 80s, followed by cooler overnights and rising heat through the weekend

Sam Smith - Constant Companion is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.