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Better Baller Moves

Chiefs make deal for Colts WR Josh Downs just before trade deadline

In return, the Chiefs are reportedly sending a fourth and fifth-round pick to Indianapolis.

Celebrating Local Tradition

National World War I Museum and Memorial marks 100 years as Kansas City treasure on Veterans Day

One of Kansas City's true cultural treasures is marking a major milestone. Dedicated on Veterans Day in 1926, the National World War I Museum and Memorial celebrates its centennial on Wednesday.

Here's How To Smooch Sponsor

How Polsinelli stepped onto the national stage without walking away from its KC roots

"We're not just a national law firm that happens to have an office in Kansas City," said Greg Kratofil. "We've been helping build this city's technology ecosystem for decades while also building a national practice capable of representing some of the most innovative companies in the world."

Cash Down By River Debuts

Riverside could be getting a downtown area with new federal investment opportunity

New IRS opportunity zone status for Riverside could attract developers and downtown to area near Red X and Argosy Casino

Party Line Exposed

Kansas, Missouri lawmakers help block Hegseth impeachment. How they voted

The Republican majority in the House voted to shelve a resolution seeking to impeach the polarizing TV personality turned defense secretary.

Local Ruckus Postscript

Leawood police use pepper balls in early morning raid; two arrested

Two people were arrested Tuesday after police raided a home in Leawood, Kansas.

Not-So-Friendly Skies

Delta flight from Kansas City to Atlanta diverted to St. Louis Monday

A Delta flight from Kansas City International Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport diverted to St. Louis Monday night due to a mechanical issue.

Artsy Observations

Surmounting challenges, sharing truths - KC STUDIO

Queer Black artists make their mark in Kansas City.

Celeb Shares Classic Look

UFC ring girl icon Brittney Palmer stuns in new post wearing just underwear

BRITTNEY Palmer sent her fans into a frenzy after uploading a string of racy snaps onto Instagram. The UFC ring girl icon, 39, has gone on to become a social media sensation since stepping away fro...

Against MAGA Monument

Kennedys sue to block Trump's gilded arch, saying it would 'cast shadow' over JFK grave site

250ft arch risks 'permanently diminishing' memorials to ex-president and relatives at Arlington cemetery, lawsuit says

Progressives Feel Bern

Bernie Sanders says he won't support Schumer as Democratic leader in new Congress

Sen. Bernie Sanders said Tuesday he won't support Sen. Chuck Schumer as Democratic leader in the new Congress, becoming the most prominent progressive to oppose his candidacy to date.

Legal Power Moves Could Kill Death Penalty

Tennessee warns executions could grind to a halt if Christa Pike's lawyers see a single drug label: court docs

Tennessee officials warn executions could halt if their pentobarbital supplier is exposed after Christa Pike's botched lethal injection. Pike survived two doses of the drug.

GOP Shares Ruling On Files

Federal government failed to hold Epstein accountable, Republican committee says

The Republican chair of the House Oversight Committee released a scathing report after a 15-month investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and his associates. It faulted the federal government with decades of failing to hold Epstein accountable.

Culture War Teachable Moment

Woman apologizes for making racist gestures outside Ole Miss students' apartment

One of the two young women seen on a viral video making racist gestures outside the apartment of three Black Ole Miss students apologized for her actions.

More Probs Across Pond

U.S. charges 3 men with plotting multiple terrorist attacks, including planned attack against U.K. air base

One of the men helped direct the planned attack against the air base while he was in a U.S. prison, according to a Justice Department indictment.

Vlad Demands Doom Dead-Tree 

Citing government pressure, Russia's top independent newspaper closes its office after three decades

Novaya Gazeta was the last major independent media outlet critical of the Kremlin that remained active in Russia.

Beltway Newsie Marching Orders

Pentagon threatens to 'physically' remove reporters if they 'get out of line'

Two Pentagon officials delivered the highly unusual warning to reporters shortly before Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's briefing Tuesday.

Character Actor Curtain Call

Stacy Keach dead at 85 as 'Mike Hammer' star's wife shares emotional tribute

Stacy Keach, legendary Mike Hammer star and Shakespearean actor known for Hamlet and King Lear, has died at 85 after a lengthy battle with heart failure.

More Than Handful Of Appreciation

Ring girl Sydney Thomas proves that the best way to pay tribute to someone is still by putting boobs on them

Ring girl Sydney Thomas scrapped her Lane Kiffin losing to Ole Miss Halloween costume idea and went with an Erling Haaland-inspired look instead.

Artsy Work From Home???

New program aims to put KC creatives in the spotlight with free opportunities

A new initiative is giving Kansas City creatives an opportunity to turn their talents into careers without having to leave home.

Autumn Over & Out . . .

The last gasp of warmth ahead of a bitter blast

Wednesday poses the final 60 degree day we may see for a long time. A cold front will bring a bitter blast to the region, resulting in First Warns Thursday and Friday.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.