Kansas City Cut: Taco Trail, Socialism Debate & Iran From Decoys

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Local Heat Dome Advice

Kansas City is under an extreme heat warning all week. Here's what to know

The National Weather Service says Kansas City residents will feel temperatures climb starting Tuesday afternoon and throughout the rest of the week. Here's a guide on what to expect and how to stay safe under these stifling hot and humid conditions.

Community Print Change-Up

Historic Black Kansas City newspaper not shutting down but may change format

Every Friday for the past 107 years, The Call newspaper has circulated in stands throughout Kansas City. But Friday, Aug. 7, was the first time the weekly paper didn't go to press.

Break For Nice Side Of Bridge

Property tax relief now available for thousands of Platte County homeowners

Platte County homeowners are being encouraged to see if they qualify for a new property tax credit approved by voters earlier this year.

Update Inside Loop

Historic Downtown KC building gets $620K makeover as company expands HQ

Fireboard Labs completed a $620,000 renovation of a 100-year-old building in downtown Kansas City, Mo.

Taco 'Bout Transit

You Can Now Explore KCK's Taco Trail By Tour Bus

There's a new way to experience KCK's Taco Trail. The Trail is originally a self-guided tour of over 50 KCK taquerias, but now, foodies and taco enthusiasts alike can embark on the Taco Trail Bus Tour to explore the area's historic food genre. Each Taco Trail Bus Tour will last under three hours and feature...

Crook Targets Celeb

Exclusive | Joyriding thief breaks into Kim Kardashian's home and steals car

A man broke into Kim Kardashian's Hidden Hills mansion and allegedly stole a vehicle.

Iran From Newsie Decoys

Trump took a secret flight out of Turkey in an elaborate plot to hide his location amid Iran war

President Donald Trump was whisked out of Turkey last month on a military aircraft in an elaborate plot to keep his location secret amid security fears from the war with neighboring Iran, according to a U.S. official with knowledge of the plan.

Campaign Talk Clap Back

Socialist Wisconsin governor candidate referred to America as 'abundance of suffering,' resurfaced post shows

Francesca Hong, the Democratic Socialists of America candidate in the Wisconsin governor election, once called America 'an abundance of suffering' in past social media posts.

Socialist Surcharge Paused

Judge Blocks Mamdani Pied-à-Terre Tax Rollout After NYC Homeowners Sue

A judge temporarily blocked NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax after homeowners sued over the city's handling of the program.

Activist Threats Feared

Prosecutors warn Luigi Mangione supporters may intimidate witnesses and jurors at murder trial

Luigi Mangione trial prosecutors warn that supporters may intimidate witnesses and jurors in the UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson second-degree murder case in New York City.

MAGA Midterm Strategy Exposed

Trump's DOJ lays groundwork for subpoena fights with a Democratic Congress

Trump's private advisers, the DOJ argues, are covered by executive privilege.

Debating Presidential Bling

Obama mocks Trump's Oval Office gold signage

Former President Obama is taking a dig at President Trump's gold-filled changes to the Oval Office. In a clip released Monday promoting his cameo on HBO Max's "Life, Larry an...

MAGA Makes Peace?!?

Homicides fall 17% in big U.S. cities as the post-pandemic crime decline continues

Rates began dropping under Biden and have continued to decline under Trump.

Iran From Escalation

Iran's supreme leader elevates military veterans willing to confront the US | CNN

President Donald Trump has boasted his war in Iran led to a "much more reasonable" leadership. The elevation of six hardliners this week suggests a shift in Tehran's approach.

Grudge Match Against Vlad

Ukraine strikes leave Putin's $1.5B Black Sea palace 'unprotected:' report

Russian President Vladimir Putin's mysterious $1.5 billion Black Sea palace has been left "unprotected" following Ukraine's repeated strikes on its air defense systems, according to a new report.

Zombie Rack Opinion

Exclusive | I got a boob job from a dead person's fat - and it ruined my breasts forever

Nicole, a 40-something corporate professional, from California, exclusively tells The Post she's developed fat necrosis and oil cysts all throughout her breasts after paying nearly $10,000 for AlloClae injection, cadaver-derived filler by Tiger Aesthetics, amid the company's ongoing legal battle with the New York State Department of Health.

Buzz On Buying Local

Local bee farm to open third storefront in KC's River Market neighborhood

Known for its local raw honey, the bee farm is set to open a storefront near the weekly farmers market.

Upscale Guide Debuts

Spend a Day on The Country Club Plaza - IN Kansas City Magazine

The Country Club Plaza, long called Kansas City's crown jewel, is one of the most sought-after, walkable neighborhoods in the metro. Inspired by the architecture of the Spanish city of Seville and its Plaza de España, museum-quality sculptures and fountains dot the streetscape. Surrounding the open-air shopping center are some of the neighborhood's premium condominiums...

Neighborhood Carbs Cont'd

Callie Mae's Barkery and Bath expands from Waldo base - Martin City Telegraph

"My background is culinary. So the treats are our focus."

Glizzy Tradition Keeps Going

Owner of KCK hot dog stand is retiring but this pop-up is taking it over

Fans of Morty's Chicago-style dogs can get one last meal from the veteran food cart owner on Wednesday. Here's what else to know.

Katie Shares Heat Warning

Kansas City could feel as hot as 105 Tuesday as humidity pushes heat index higher

Kansas City will reach the mid-90s Tuesday, but high humidity could push heat index values to 105 and potentially as high as 105 in some areas.

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