Kansas City Tuesday Serving: Savory News & White House Clap Back

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Cowtown Earns Clout

No shortage of Kansas City and Kansas references in 'Ted Lasso' series

Warning: There are some minor spoilers about the plot, mostly dealing with the background of the lead character Ted Lasso and the generic plot of the show.If you are looking for a show to watch this summer, there are plenty of reasons to select Ted Lasso.The show offers a good mix of comedy, drama and "feel good" moments that leave you entertained.If you are a big soccer fan, you'll naturally gravitate to the soccer side of things.It's critically acclaimed.

Labor Fight In The Dotte

KCK-based union files suit over leader's ouster, but some wonder who is behind action

The Boilermakers union is suing three of its top officers, arguing they had no authority to oust International President Newton Jones last week for alleged misuse of funds and asking a judge to prohibit the action. The International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, whose headquarters is in Kansas City, Kansas, filed the lawsuit last week in U.S.

Golden Ghetto Reroute Ahead

Olathe's 119th Street Extension bridge gets major federal funding

OLATHE, Kan. - The Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration announced more than $570 million in funding to address hundreds of railroad crossings across the country. The largest local project will eliminate a busy crossing south of 119th Street and make it a lot easier to get around Olathe.

Newspaper Reports Thirst Traps

Here are 9 of the best Johnson County spots to take a pic for your Instagram feed

There's no denying it: Our digital world can't get enough of social media and the pretty images it feeds us. Johnson County residents' feeds have proven there are plenty of picturesque locations around, so we've compiled a list of photo-worthy spots to elevate your Instagram grid.

Other Side Of Tortilla Reported

Yoli Tortilleria's grind to "honor the very humble tortilla" earns James Beard Award

Yoli Tortilleria, a Mexican tortilla bakery on Kansas City's Westside, won the 2023 James Beard Award for Outstanding Bakery - one of the most prestigious honors in the American food industry. The local shop beat out two bakeshops in North Texas, an Italian bakery in New Orleans and a Miami bread maker.

Enjoy Rock Chalk Leftovers

Kansas health officials say free COVID-19 tests still available

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - While the COVID-19 pandemic may no longer be top of mind, health officials in Kansas say families can still request free COVID-19 test kits. All Kansas households are eligible for free, at-home COVID-19 tests through June 15, 2023.

Show-Me Building History

How was ancient Rome built? Missouri professor seeks concrete solution for construction that lasts

Many ancient Roman structures made of concrete are still standing nearly 2,000 years after they were built. A chemical engineering professor at Missouri University of Science and Technology is hoping to find a way to tap into that strength and longevity for a modern version of the building material.

Meth Town Bite Renewed

Animal shelters near Independence prepare after city repeals pit bull ban

A grassroots community effort has prompted the Independence City Council to overturn its pit bull ban.On Monday night, the council voted 5-2 to lift the ban.That decision came after volunteers gathered roughly 5700 signatures on petitions to lift the ban beginning in April, far more signatures than the approximately 3200 they needed to get the issue on the ballot for voters to have their say."It was just a matter of getting the council to be as convinced as we were.

Check Out This Lady's Shrubbery

Dana Hamm Goes Plant Shopping In Her Black Bikini

Model Dana Hamm is putting on a steamy display while she goes out shopping... for plants? It must be pretty hot outside, as the "Trouble Is My Business" star stepped out in a black bikini top and shorts as she went shopping at Lowe's Home Improvement!

White House Repeats Classics

Biden back on the attack - hits GOP for threatening Social Security

This week, the White House has begun warning anew that Republicans are coming after those social insurance programs, in what seems destined to be an oft-repeated line between now and November 2024. A memo from deputy press secretary and senior communications adviser Andrew Bates seizes on House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's announcement that he would be forming a congressional commission that would look into broader deficit and debt reduction.

Blaming MAGA For Stumbling

White House press secretary KJP grilled on Biden's public falls, oddly cites 'right MAGA': 'Things happen'

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre sidestepped and at times grew heated Tuesday during a line of questioning regarding President Biden's repeated public falls. During her daily press briefing with the White House press pool, a reporter asked KJP about the 80-year-old president's on-stage fall Thursday after handing out the last diploma during the Air Force Academy's graduation ceremony in Colorado.

GOP Fired Up

Conservatives block bills to protect gas stove amid feud over McCarthy debt deal

WASHINGTON - A band of 11 House conservative rabble-rousers on Tuesday took the rare step of joining all Democrats to block a pair of GOP bills to protect gas stoves to express their anger over the debt deal cut by Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden.

War Rumor Fact Check?!?

Ukraine war: Wagner boss rubbishes Russian claims of Ukrainian casualties

"Therefore, I think that these are just some wild fantasies," he wrote on Telegram. He also accused Russian forces of "slowly" withdrawing from the village of Berkhivka on the outskirts of Bakhmut, calling it a "disgrace".

Fuelish Partnership?!?!

PGA Tour to merge with LIV Golf and DP World Tour | CNN

The PGA Tour is set to merge with Saudi-backed LIV Golf and the DP World Tour "to unify the game of golf," the PGA Tour announced Tuesday, ending the split in the men's sport.

Actress Enhancements Encouraged

Debra Messing was once told she needed 'bigger boobs' to be on TV

Debra Messing was told she needed bigger boobs to be on TV. The 54-year-old actress was gearing up to shoot her now-signature role as Grace Adler in the NBC sitcom Will & Grace opposite Eric McCormack in 1998 when she got the rude news.

Trash Talk Redux

Officials recommend Kansas City's landfill moratorium be edited

The landfill development in south Kansas City is not to be put to rest, but edits to the language in the moratorium have been recommended.

Fiesta Offerings Debut

Café Corazon now serving Latin cocktails, happy hour includes tamales and empanadas

Café Corazón has officially welcomed boozy sips to their drink menu including cocktails, Latin-owned beers and wine.

Low Turnout Underway

Early voting begins in Kansas City's 2023 general election

Starting today, residents across Kansas City can begin early voting for the June 20 election for mayor and City Council. The new council is confronting an urgent need for more affordable housing, recent spikes in violent crime, economic development and neighborhood livability issues.

Lady Soccer Party Time Documented

Kansas City Current hosted a Pride night for the books (we hope you didn't miss it)

KC Current Pride Night. // Photo by Brooke Tramel Die-hard soccer fan or not, the Kansas City Current has something to say. Saturday, June 3, the Current hosted their annual Pride Night, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, as they went head to head against the NC Courage.

Baller Off-Season Scheduled

Royals plan to host 'Chiefs Night' in mid-June

With Kansas City Chiefs training camp still a few months away, another way for local fans to get their football fix emerged on Monday morning: "Chiefs Night at the K." The Kansas City Royals have announced "Chiefs Night," set for Monday night, June 12 - the evening before the Chiefs begin their mandatory minicamp.

Summer Heat Sneak Peek

Air quality alert still in effect for Kansas City

SO SWEET. EXCLUSIVE LIVE RADAR AND NINE DAY FORECAST SO YOU'LL KNOW FIRST. THIS IS FIRST ALERT WEATHER. DEFINITE BESTIES. YOU GOT TO GET BOTH OF THEM. YEAH, DEFINITELY BESTIES. AND BRING YOUR BESTIES INSIDE BECAUSE THE WEATHER, THE AIR QUALITY IS NOT GOOD. THIS IS A DIFFERENT KIND OF IMPACT DAY.

Bethany Cosentino - It’s Fine is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.