Kansas City Accents: Local Inspiration & MAGA Free Money

Actually, cowtown inflections typically fall under these categories: 

- Drawl From The Dotte

- Drone from JoCo

- Chirpy Midtown Chatter

- Eastern Jack Twang

- Midwest Metro Broadcaster Speak For Doing Biz 

Accordingly, just for constant readers, one more quick look at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines for the late night/early morning.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Cowtown Cinema Endures

Kansas City FilmFest International is celebrating 30 years with new leadership and cutting-edge films

Kansas City FilmFest International returns for its 30th year with longtime festival juror Melanie Addington as its new head programmer.

Rural JoCo Resistance

Overland Park residents push back on $36 million street improvement project near 175th Street

Some residents in Overland Park, Kansas, said the $36 million project along 175th Street goes too far. The city said the changes are necessary for safety and growth.

Golden Ghetto Fun & Games

House divided: Leawood family lays down rules ahead of Kansas and Mizzou game

The Mizzou and KU rivalry has been around for generations, but one Leawood family is having to lay down some rules ahead of the "border war" game.

More Community Threads

Clothing insecurity is on the rise. This Northland organization hopes to change that

Clothing insecurity - a lack of sufficient, clean, seasonal and size-appropriate apparel - is an issue often overlooked. Here's how to help.

Celebrate Cloaca Creativity 

Brush Creek Art Walk returns to Kansas City for its 15th year

The three-day Brush Creek Art Walk returns for its 15th year, bringing dozens of artists to paint live along Kansas City's Brush Creek.

Retro Offers Remembered

Jaclyn Smith says Charlie's Angels co-star invited her to THREESOME

Smith, who won the hearts of fans as the softhearted Kelly Garrett, was the only one of the three leads to stay on the show throughout its run.

MAGA Voter Payout Possible?!?

President Trump says he doesn't think $5,000 dividend payments would need to be approved by Congress

CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink sat down with President Trump for an exclusive interview during the president's visit to North Texas.

Progressively Rough Alliance

Undercover video exposes Dem Senate nominee's plan to embrace socialists: 'Got to be together'

Roy Cooper refused to sign a pledge repudiating socialist stances, saying the Democratic Party needs a "wide spectrum" as he faces Michael Whatley.

Mile High City Against La Migra

Denver sues to block ICE officers from voting sites

The city of Denver filed a lawsuit Thursday to block Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers from going to voting sites. The lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Secretary Markwayne Mullin argues that ordering federal officers to carry out detainments and serve warrants violated the "Troops at polls" law.

Left Coast Blocks Machines

California governor signs laws aimed at protecting kids from risks of social media, AI chatbots

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a sweeping package of laws Thursday aimed at protecting children from the risks of technology, including social media and AI chatbots.

Royal Family Drama Endures

King Charles Broke Major Rule To Prevent Harry & Meghan Markle From 'Causing a Mess' - Report

King Charles's decision to release a letter confirming Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's status has been called "unprecedented" by a royal commentator. Rob Shuter made the claim while discussing the si...

Vintage Group Hugs Trending

More people over 50 are exploring open relationships - and frankly, the reasons why make plenty of sense

It's becoming less taboo to practice non-monogamy.

Awaiting Triumphant Return

It will be hard for Patrick Mahomes not to be himself in Week 1

The Kansas City Chiefs superstar quarterback only knows one speed.

TGIF Forecast . . . 

Rainy, cool Thursday will bring fog, comfortable temperatures Friday in Kansas City

It's much cooler than it has been the past few days, and conditions are not as sticky.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.