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Latest Local Magazine Debuts
Northeast Narratives | Northeast News
EllieAna HaleCommunity Engagement Intern & Reporter Welcome to Northeast Narratives, a vibrant multimedia project poised to capture the essence of our beloved Historic Northeast community. Through this dynamic magazine, we...
Local Old School Tech Endures
CPKC Final Spike Steam Tour heading to Union Station this weekend
The 2816 will be at Union Station on Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. It'll be parked on the tracks in the back, the event is free for all.
The Dotte Cashes In On Carnitas & More . . .
Food trucks in KCK to capitalize on extended hours of operation
Food truck fans and owners can now enjoy extended hours of operation after a move by the Unified Government at a recent meeting.
Debating Local Rent Again
Independence Towers residents say landlord has ignored demands to fix complex
123-unit building has flooding, water damage, poor drainage, condemned apartments
Tax Fighter Demands Dox
Release Those Records, Kansas City! - Show Me Institute
According to documents received from Clay County through an open records request, the Royals suspended negotiations regarding a new stadium on January 16
Name Game Demands From Activist/Journalists
Call House members 'representatives.' Not 'congressmen' or 'congresswomen.' * Kansas Reflector
Gender identity aside, Congressman and Congresswoman are fundamentally inaccurate terms. Call them Representatives.
Science Stays Winning
Stowers Institute investigator has breakthrough in ALS research
A local man is thankful for the groundbreaking research happening in a lab at the Stowers Institute in Kansas City, Missouri.
Celebrate Local Patio Funding
Kansas City restaurants can get paid to expand outdoor dining with new $200K fund
Funds to expand outdoor dining might be especially useful in the city's walkable neighborhoods - "the West Side, 39th Street, midtown," the bill's sponsor said.
TKC Pastime Celebrated
'It helps build the community': KC handball group provides opportunity for all
It's a sport not many know about in Kansas City, but a game bringing communities together at Macken Park in Kansas City.
Epic Comeback Celebrated
Kate Upton Makes Bombshell Return to Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover in Red-Hot, Ruffled Bikini (Her 5th Time!)
Kate Upton is one of the cover stars of the 'Sports Illustrated Swimsuit' 60th Anniversary issue along with Chrissy Teigen, Hunter McGrady and Gayle King. Get all the details on the epic issue!
Prez On Path To Loss
Biden's poll numbers are awful. America, brace for a Trump victory in November.
Joe Biden is probably going to lose this election. Many of us realize that already, I suspect, but grief is a process.
Making Deal With MAGA
Centrist think tank dares Trump to testify in hush money trial
Third Way, a centrist think tank, is targeting former President Trump over his past comments about defendants not testifying as he has yet to take a stand in his New York hush money trial. In an ad dubbed "Coward" released on Friday, Third Way dares Trump to take the stand in Manhattan, where he faces...
Grid FAIL For Americans
Severe storms hit Houston area; more than 1 million without power in Texas
"Many roads are impassible due to downed power lines, debris, and fallen trees," Houston Mayor John Whitmere said Thursday.
Capitol Hill Bickering Cont'd
Chaos erupts in hearing as Greene, Ocasio-Cortez clash over 'fake eyelashes' jibe at Crockett
A House Oversight Committee hearing devolved into chaos Thursday night as Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) clashed after the firebrand Republican accused Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) of wearing "fake eyelashes." The comment - which was made during a markup to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress - prompted nearly an...
Accused Of Caressing Colleague
Rich McCormick files for divorce from wife as he's seen with colleague
After 12 years of marriage and less than two years into his congressional career, Georgia Republican Rep. Richard McCormick has filed for divorce from his oncologist wife Dr. Debra Miller.
American Mission Of Mercy
Aid starts flowing into Gaza over massive U.S. pier
Trucks began moving Friday into the Palestinian enclave, where Israel's assault has shut off a number of crossings that are crucial for supplies of food, fuel and other aid.
Eastern European Fighting Worsens Once Again
Massive Ukrainian drone attack on Crimea causes power cutoffs in Sevastopol
Russian authorities say a massive Ukrainian drone attack on Crimea has caused power cutoffs in the city of Sevastopol and set a refinery ablaze in southern Russia
South Of Border Democracy Destabilized
Mexico's cartel violence haunts civilians in the lead-up to June elections
Cartel violence haunted the central Mexican town of Huitzilac days after a mass shooting claimed the lives of eight men.
Pro Suffers Probs
Scheffler detained by police prior to start of PGA
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler has been detained by police in handcuffs after a misunderstanding with traffic flow led to his attempt to drive past a police officer into Valhalla Golf Club prior to the second round of the PGA Championship.
End Game Suffers On Friday
"Dead Butt Syndrome" Is A Real Thing - Here's How To Tell If You Have It
If you sit most of the day, there's a solid chance you have this.
Worthwhile Local Spin
Four Inane Questions with Planet Queen Records & Vintage's Kimmie Queen
Diving in with Planet Queen Records & Vintage's Kimmie Queen in our fun and funky four inane questionnaire.
Kegger Comes To Town
Weekend Possibilities | Kelce Jam, KC Folk Fest and Pete Davidson
A busy weekend around town brings all sorts of live music to the stage - both local artists at KC Folk Fest to major acts at Kelce Jam.
Thai This Out . . .
Rockin' Wok Thai Room at RC's
My parents and I are big fans of Thai food. Several years ago, my father shared an interesting confession. It went something like this: "Your mom and I prefer Thai food to Chinese restaurants." For my father, I think his preference for Thai is a combination of preferring super spicy foods and the shrimp dishes.
Remodel Runs Out Of Gas
For 7 years, coffee shop was set to open in old Johnson County gas station. Not anymore
Owners had planned to transform a 1950s-era gas station into a coffee shop.
Forecast For Now . . .
Kansas City headed toward a warm and dry weekend
Scattered morning storms have moved out of the metro, leaving Thursday evening to close out with patchy clouds and lows in the 50s
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