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Local Veggie Party Starts

Midwest Soul VegFest returns to Kansas City for 8th year

The plant based celebration blends free family fun with food, education, community and movement.

Rock Chalk Care Crisis

'Complete panic': Families scramble as KU's affiliate childcare center announces closure

Parents were given a 39-day notice Hilltop Child Development Center, located on KU's campus, will close on Oct. 30.

Show-Me Tribute Maintained

Congress passes bill to make Missouri's Churchill Museum a National Historic Landmark

If President Trump signs the bill, proposed by Sen. Josh Hawley, the museum in Fulton will become one of more than 2,500 National Historic Landmarks in the country. The state already has 36 such landmarks.

Revival In The Dotte

From church to campus: KCKCC cuts ribbon on $67M downtown project

Kansas City, Kansas, Community College cut the ribbon on its new $67 million downtown health and wellness center Friday.

Suburban Lounge Comeback

Jazzy B's reopens after closing due to renovations

After closing its doors for remodeling, Jazzy B's in Lee's Summit opened back up for dinner Saturday night.

Angel Shares Glimpse Into Abode

Lily Aldridge Transformed Her Pool House and Deck Into A 'True Getaway' - Tour The Stunning Outdoor Space Where Summer Entertaining Takes Center Stage

Pottery Barn's Design Crew worked with the model to reimagine her pool house and deck as a chic and functional family escape - and it's easy to recreate

MAGA Predicts Upset

Trump, campaigning in Ohio, says the midterms will bring a 'big surprise'

VANDALIA, Ohio - President Donald Trump rallied Saturday for Republicans in Ohio's competitive races for Senate and governor, predicting that the party will defy expectations in a choppy midterm election climate.

Progressive Precautions

Inside Democrats' efforts to secure Election Day and respond to fears of Trump interference | CNN Politics

Ahead of the November midterm elections, top Democrats are planning for doomsday scenarios for how President Donald Trump and his administration could intervene in the voting process and laying the groundwork for a forceful response.

Insider Fashion Statement

PHOTOS: Jack Smith Wears Springsteen-Inspired 'No Kings' Shirt at Left-Wing 'Power to the People' Festival, Dave Grohl Dedicates 'My Hero' to Former Special Counsel

Former Special Counsel Jack Smith wore an anti-Trump t-shirt at a music festival Saturday and photos of him clad in it were shared online.

Meet New Boss???

Sen. John Kennedy says he's considering running for president

The Louisiana Republican said he has not yet made a decision and that right now he's planning on running for re-election in 2028.

College Culture War Cont'd

Cornell president calls gang rape allegations 'deeply disturbing'

Cornell president Michael I. Kotlikoff said his university "must do better" in a video statement. "This is a defining moment in Cornell's history," he added.

World War Diesel Ongoing

Yemeni and Saudi forces launch counteroffensive against the Houthis

The U.S. declined to join the mission militarily but has provided intelligence and targeting support.

South Of Border Makes Decision

Brazilians head to polls in high-stakes, polarized election as Lula faces Flavio Bolsonaro

Leftist Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, 80, is seeking a fourth term, while Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, hopes to return his father's right-wing ⁠movement to power.

Kansas City's Favorite Diva Makes Somewhat Special Appearance

Taylor Swift is mad for plaid on 'SNL' with Dakota Johnson

Taylor Swift stepped out wearing all plaid during her surprise "Saturday Night Live" appearance with Dakota Johnson.

El Papa Against Tech

Pope Leo says AI lacks the "spark of humanity" - and wants artists and the church to fight back

The church and artists must ally, he said, "to safeguard our humanity."

Local Production Sneak Peek

The Wizard of Oz: 10 Fun Facts

Discover 10 fun facts about Kansas City Ballet's The Wizard of Oz, from hand-painted pointe shoes to Yellow Brick Roadies.

Glorious Autumn Day Again

Sun and 70's fill the forecast for the next few days

Sunday will have high temperatures around 74 degrees; a lot of pleasant weather lies ahead.

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