KC Gestures: Local Haunts, Midterm Threats & Reparations Denied

If nobody told you yet . . . 

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

Right now we start this spooky morning with admiration for actress, diva and Insta hottie Victoria as we check pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Because You Don't Have Cash For REAL Vacay . . . 

Savor Kansas City's fall weather with these relaxing getaways and fun staycation ideas

When jetting off on vacation isn't in the cards, a staycation or a nearby getaway can be a welcome respite from real life. The Kansas City area offers plenty of ways to kick back, from spa trips to arts tours and outdoor escapes.

Progressive Hood Partying

Brookside Trick or Treat Street Happening Tomorrow!

Saturdays in Brookside are always busy with shoppers: having breakfast at HomeGrown; picking up unique gifts at Stuff; grocery shopping, a stop at the bank, watching football at Hoopers. Here's your reminder that the kids will be out trick or treating tomorrow all along 63rd St, from 4-6pm.

For Our Golden Ghetto Ghouls

Looking for a fright? Check out these Halloween displays in JoCo

From the creepy to the cute, Johnson County neighborhoods are decked out for the Halloween season. Check out our photos.

Suburban Anxiety Trending

'Hopeful,' 'nervous,' 'anxious': Johnson County voters weigh in on election cycle

A whiteboard with one question was taken to voters: How do you feel about this election? And we gave them the marker.

Rock Chalk Assurances

Kansas official says DOJ election monitors won't hinder voting * Kansas Reflector

U.S. Department of Justice election monitors will be in Kansas on Tuesday but won't interfere in the voting process, says a spokeswoman for the secretary of state.

Show-Me Election Summation

The MO NAACP president has a message for voters on democracy and the mid-term election

President of the Missouri NAACP says democracy is "on fire" and hurting all people. He urges Missourians to vote. From Mará Rose Williams | Opinion

Scary Last Stand

Cass County haunted house still alive while waiting for commissioners' decision

A Cass County, Missouri, haunted house at the center of a zoning dispute will remain open for Halloween, though its long-term fate is still up in the air.

Celeb Trick Or Treat

Victoria Justice Commits to Her 'Love Zombie: The Resurrection' Halloween Party With Chain-Adorned Boots and Distressed Dress

The actress and musician recently released her songs "Love Zombie" and "Love Zombie: The Resurrection Remix" in time for spooky season.

MAGA Juxtaposition

Trump downplays Iran war with Vietnam death toll comparison

President says Iran war will end "soon" but offers no plan, as he compares 18 U.S. military deaths with losses in Vietnam.

Progressive Double Down

Socialist Candidate Claire Valdez Says Democrats Must Go 'on Offense' for 'Trans Rights,' Secure Public Funding for 'Gender-Affirming Care'

Socialist Claire Valdez is running in New York's 7th Congressional District and urging Democrats to go "on offense" for "trans rights" built on annexing public funds to drive the push for "gender-affirming care."

Midterm Rules Redux

Federal judge blocks Trump DOJ threats against election workers ahead of 2026 midterms

A federal judge temporarily barred the Trump administration from threatening election workers with prosecution over ballots tied to suspected noncitizen voting before midterms.

Dems Enforce Distance

Michigan Democratic unity teeters as Abdul El-Sayed tells primary rival to stay away from his events | CNN Politics

The Senate nominee is brushing off a call from his former primary rival, Rep. Haley Stevens, to denounce a controversial advertisement criticizing the United States' foreign aid for Israel.

No Payback From Across Pond

U.K. PM Andy Burnham open to apologizing for slave trade but rules out financial reparations

U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said that he is open to am apology for his country's role in the slave trade, but ruled out financial reparations.

Cheeky Fave Halloween

Coco's sexiest & spookiest Halloween costumes ever including thong-clad Chucky

COCO Austin has thrilled fans all summer long with her sexy outfits and daring displays - and Halloween is no different for the blond bombshell. For years, Coco and her husband Ice-T have bee...

Metro Metaphysical Moments 

Inside KC Ghost Hunters: The team investigating paranormal activity across the metro

There are people in this world who get in their car after work, head home and spend the rest of their evening unwinding on the couch or staring at their phones.

Prepare For Soggy Scare

First Warn Halloween: Off & on spooky showers

Saturday has a true spooky Halloween movie feel to it due to cloudy skies, gloomy conditions and rain. A First Warn is in place as the rain could impact Halloween outdoor festivities.

Scary Saturday Halloween cartoon clip Mastodon - In The Ruins is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.