Bringing back one of our favorite features for the blog community . . . A morning news link stand with TWO DOZEN items we'd like to share which offer insight into our community, the nation and the world . . . Feel free to offer suggestions for next round or even quotes . . .
Kansas City Stay At Home Warnings Put Biz On Notice
KCMO warns non-essential businesses defying stay-at-home order
Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas said Monday his stay-at-home emergency order could last longer than the initial 30 days. Lucas also warned businesses that the city is receiving complaints about businesses not complying with his order to shut down.
Naming KCMO Murder Victim
Police identify 29-year-old man shot inside home near 42nd and Prospect
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Kansas City, Missouri police are investigating a shooting that happened late Sunday night near 42nd and Prospect. Police said just before midnight someone called to report the shooting. When officers arrived at the scene, witnesses told them the suspect entered the home and then there was a disturbance with the victim.
Support For Petition Against Prez Trump Pressers
Nearly 100,000 sign petition calling for end to live coverage of Trump's coronavirus briefings
More than 84,000 people have signed a petition calling on news broadcasters to stop providing live coverage of the White House's briefings on the coronavirus outbreak. Accusing President Donald Trump of using each briefing as a "live campaign rally," the petition, which has been published on MoveOn.org, asks CNN, ABC, CBS NBC, NPR and Fox News to consider whether it is necessary to livestream the COVID-19 press conferences in full.
Prez Cuomo?!?!
'President Cuomo' Is New Daydream for Those Fretting Over Biden
(Bloomberg) -- While Americans are stuck at home, the Democrat dominating the airwaves to counter President Donald Trump's messaging about the coronavirus is not the one seeking to replace him in the Oval Office -- it's New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.And that's causing some daydreaming for political
Bibi Stays Winning
The coronavirus crisis has been a huge boon to Israel's Netanyahu
The coronavirus crisis is an epic challenge for leaders globally as they scramble to manage the spread of disease and the cessation of economies. But in Israel, for prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu at least, the arrival of this invisible enemy couldn't be better timed.
Democratic Party Leaders Push For Palestine Help
Democratic senators ask Pompeo to provide coronavirus aid to Palestinian territories
A group of Democratic senators led by Sens. (D-Mass.) and (D-Md.) on Monday asked Secretary of State to ensure the Gaza Strip and the West Bank receive any necessary aid to combat the coronavirus pandemic in a letter.
Sketchy COVID-19 Denial
Belarusian leader bucks coronavirus 'psychosis,' plays hockey
MOSCOW - While officials from Montreal to Moscow have placed populations under some form of lockdown designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus, one man continues to hold firm to the notion that the rest of the world has lost its mind: Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.
Mexican Leader Too Handsy
Mexico's President Greets El Chapo's Mom And Lawyer, Ignoring Coronavirus Rules
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador told his countrymen this weekend, in video announcements, "Don't go out into the streets unless it's for something absolutely necessary." But the president, who's been slow to acknowledge the new coronavirus threat,drew sharp criticism for failing to model good social distancing.
Right Wing Talker Downfall Amid Worsening Pandemic
Trish Regan, who called coronavirus an 'impeachment scam,' leaves Fox Business
Fox Business has parted ways with host Trish Regan, who was heavily criticized earlier this month for calling coronavirus an "impeachment hoax" against Donald Trump. The network announced its decision on Friday. "Fox Business has parted ways with Trish Regan - we thank her for her contributions to the network over the years and wish her continued success in her future endeavors," a spokesperson said in a statement.
Church Crackdown
Police arrest Florida pastor for holding church services despite stay-at-home order
Sheriff's deputies on Monday arrested evangelical pastor Rodney Howard-Browne, who has hosted large church services despite public orders urging residents to stay home to help contain the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Officials: Keep Fight Up Agaisnt Coronavirus
WHO expert warns countries easing coronavirus bans to not let guard down
A health expert at the World Health Organization said on Tuesday that countries that have relaxed earlier coronavirus bans due to low transmission rates should keep their guard up due to the threat of the virus surging back.
COVID-19 Tragedy Hits Vets
Superintendent of 11 vets die at Massachusetts Soldiers' Home; 5 tested positive for COVID-19. veterans' home placed on leave after residents with COVID-19 die
The superintendent of a veterans facility in Massachusetts was placed on leave Monday, the same day it was reported that 11 residents had died, including at least five who had tested positive for the coronavirus illness COVID-19. A state official said that test results are pending for five others who died at the Soldiers' Home in Holyoke.
Lockdown Destorys Retail
Macy's will furlough the majority of its 125,000 employees
Macy's is furloughing a majority of its 125,000 employees because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, which has sunk sales and forced it close to its stores.
Social Media Offers Assistance To Journalists
Facebook pledges $100M to help journalists cover coronavirus pandemic
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced on Monday a $100 million commitment to support local news outlets, committing $25 million for emergency grant funding through the Facebook Journalism Project and $75 million in marketing to support journalists amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus Threatens Urban Core, El Barrio And The Rez
Health issues for blacks, Latinos and Native Americans may cause coronavirus to ravage communities
WASHINGTON - Blacks, Latinos and Native Americans have many underlying health conditions, including asthma and heart disease, that could make them more vulnerable to complications from the coronavirus, leaving advocates, lawmakers and public health experts worried these long marginalized communities won't get equal access to tests and treatment as the outbreak spreads.
Smokehouse Outbreak
8 employees at Annie Gunn's in Chesterfield test positive for COVID-19
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. (KMOV.com) - Eight employees at Annie Gunn's in Chesterfield have tested positive for COVID-19, the restaurant announced Monday. The restaurant has been closed since March 19 and management says none of the employees reported or experienced symptoms before then. The restaurant said "extensive professional disinfecting" is being done.
Rural Kansas Spike
Coffey County, Kansas, reports 6 COVID-19 cases at nursing, rehab facility
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Coffey County, Kansas, reported six new cases of COVID-19, all of which originated at a nursing and rehabilitation facility in Burlington. The patients range in age from 39 to 90 years old, according to a news release. The facility, according to the release, has been cooperating with the county health department.
Show-Me Arguement Against Amazon Retailers
Missouri AG investigating Amazon sellers allegedly charging 2-19 times prices charged before COVID-19
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Missouri's attorney general on Monday announced he issued subpoena-like demands for information from third-party Amazon sellers in an attempt to fight price gouging amid the coronavirus pandemic. Republican Attorney General Eric Schmitt's office is investigating eight Missouri-based Amazon sellers who allegedly have been charging two to 19 times the prices charged [...]
Kansas Stay @ Home Rules
Kansas stay-at-home rule allows religious worship, gun sales
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Show-Me Fear For Youngsters During Coronavirus Lockdown
Missouri sees "concerning" drop in child abuse reports during coronavirus outbreak
Missouri schools are closed in an attempt to keep students safe from the coronavirus. Now state officials are wondering, how safe are children at home? Advocates said they're worried after seeing a drastic drop in child abuse reports this month.
Kansas Hospital Closes Amid Coronavirus Threat
What happens when a city's hospital closes 'without warning' during a pandemic
The frontline in the battle against coronavirus has shifted a couple of hundred yards down the main road through the Kansas city of Wellington. Two weeks ago, as the virus crept closer and people in other parts of the state started dying, the owners of the city's only hospital thought it a good time to close down with just a few hours' notice on the grounds the facility was losing money.
Vets Share Coping Skillz Amid Coronavirus Fight
KC veterans group extends free telecounseling to first responders, health care workers
KANSAS CITY, MO (KCTV) - As the country battles the war against COVID-19, a local veterans group wants to make sure heroes are getting the help they need. Calls into the VA crisis hotline are spiking, but it's not just veterans this group is looking out for.
KCK Pizza Kindness
KCK pizza shop owner donates meals to those who need them
Hide Transcript Show Transcript in this unassuming space off Hiawatha and Quintero, an owner born and raised in this Kansas City, Kansas neighborhood, has a heart for his community as warm as the pizza he serves. God say Whatever you do in secret, I will reward you openly, and I live by those words words dictating a business model many would call unsustainable.
KC BBQ Rescues Hobos
Operation BBQ Relief hitting the streets of KC to help the homeless, support local business
As the coronavirus outbreak continues to cause changes in people's lives, one group is using its disaster response training to help those in need, and those who are helping others.
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