Kansas City Turnaround: Local Offerings & Maybe MAGA Peace

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Nice Side Of The Bridge Preps For Disaster

North Kansas City residents worried about traffic as 11-month Interstate 70 closure approaches in January

People in the Northland are raising concerns about the upcoming Interstate 70 project as the Missouri Department of Transportation and North Kansas City prepare for detours and work to keep drivers safe.

Local Tribute

'A loving father': Friends and family remember 26-year-old killed in shooting

Loved ones say the 26-year-old man killed in a Kansas City shooting earlier this week was genuine and "one of a kind."

Less Help Available 

Kansas and Missouri may lose millions of dollars in SNAP funding next year

A new federal rule could lead some states - like Kansas and Missouri - to no longer offer Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, also known as SNAP, to needy families.

Incentive For The Dotte

If it keeps historic properties safe, KCK could be getting a new downtown library

Plans to tear down the existing library and replace it with one that fits 21st Century standards moved forward this week.

Navigating Gentrification

Things to Do in Kansas City's Westside - IN Kansas City Magazine

Kansas City's Westside neighborhood sits adjacent to the Crossroads, but it has its own unique cultural identity. Here's where to eat, shop, and play.

EPIC Actress Shares Vision

Zendaya's angel-inspired gown at The Odyssey premiere has fans calling it one of her best red carpet looks yet

See why Zendaya's angel-inspired gown at "The Odyssey" premiere has everyone talking, and see the stunning details that made it a standout red carpet moment.

Maybe MAGA Peace

Trump says he's cancelling Iran strikes, deal pending

Trump said that Iran and other Middle Eastern countries had asked the U.S. "to hold off any attack" on Iran because "the perimeters of a deal has been agreed to."

Left Coast Unhappy Returns

Newsom's Release of Tax Returns Called 'an Insult to Transparency'

Gov. Gavin Newsom released 4 years of federal tax returns this week to carefully selected news outlets, a disclosure critics are slamming as an "insult to transparency."

Horrific Treatment Alleged

Family to sue after woman released from ICE custody froze to death

Exclusive: Daphy Michel, from Haiti, was dropped off in Pittsburgh in 20F temperatures wearing summer clothes

GOP Against Trolling?!?

Republican Senator Lashes Out at People for Asking 'Where's Mitch'

A growing chorus of Republicans is pushing back at Mitch McConnell's critics.

Euro Wartime Brutality

Moscow restaurant bombing kills three people as device carried by woman explodes

More than 20 people injured in explosion near Italian restaurant on Saturday night, authorities say

Tech War Hits Home Front

Hackers targeted municipal water systems in 7 states this week, FBI says

Cyberattacks targeting municipal water systems have been reported in at least seven states this week, prompting the FBI and the Environmental Protection Agency to warn utilities nationwide that hackers are trying to disrupt critical water infrastructure.

Progressive Push Back

Maher knocks democratic socialists as communists: 'They're not trying to hide it'

Political commentator Bill Maher attacked the rise of democratic socialism on his talk show, fretting how the movement has entered the Democratic party. During his HBO show "Real Time" on Friday, Maher criticized democratic socialism and the organization behind it Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) for its likeness to "communism."

Lettuce Refrain From Panic

Lettuce farmers plow crops back into soil as cyclosporiasis fears tank demand for fresh greens

A California farmer was forced to destroy 300,000 pounds of romaine hearts as the cyclosporiasis outbreak crushes lettuce demand across America's Salad Bowl.

El Papa Talks La Migra

Pope Leo Appeals for Peace and Justice Amid 'Alarming' Ceuta Crisis

The Holy Father also prayed for victims of war, recalled the Pardon of Assisi and urged Catholics to witness to the Eucharist by blessing meals and sharing with those in need.

Sunday Feast Report

Kansas City smashburger spot returns to Crossroads with new restaurant: 'Sit down, chill, eat'

SAUCED. relocated across the street from its previous location in Kansas City's Crossroads Arts District, after serving customers at the FIFA Fan Festival over the summer.

Forecast For Now . . . 

Sunny & pleasant Sunday in KC

Sunny and slightly warmer for your Sunday. It turns hotter and more humid as we head into the new week.

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