Kansas City Storm: Lights Out, Nuke Threats, UFOs & MAGA Money

Right now angel Lais inspires our evening look at pop culture, community news and top headlines before the lights go out again.

UPDATE: OF COURSE the lights went out again. We're sharing a couple of links on that as well. 

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Local Lightning Crashes

Severe storms leave thousands across KC metro without power

Parts of the Kansas City metro are under a severe thunderstorm watch until 9:15 p.m.

Suburban Storm Postscript

Severe thunderstorms and lightning show sweep through the metro area leaving thousands without power

Sunday evening brought in severe thunder and lightning storms throughout the area. At 9 p.m. it was shown that more than 60 thousand Evergy customers are without power.

Tax Showdown Tomorrow

Deadline to appeal Jackson County property tax is on Monday

For months now, tens of thousands of people from every corner of Jackson County have been fed up.

Tonight's Weather Warnings

Severe thunderstorms with strong winds head south into Kansas City metro

The National Weather Service issued several warnings regarding the rapidly forming summer storms

Kansas City Butterflies Are Free

Monarchs on Main

"I'm too excited not to share...we have monarchs on Main Street!"

Golden Ghetto Growing Season

Johnson County Parks & Rec displays signs to help preserve wildflowers

The park has placed signs that read "Don't Doom the Bloom" near popular wildflower areas.

Royal Trading Game Cont'd

BREAKING: Braves acquire infielder Nicky Lopez from Kansas City Royals

The Braves have traded LHP Taylor Hearn to the Royals for a new backup infielder

Cash In On Wasted Youth

Make money off of old toys in Kansas City this week

The Toy Scout is making several stops in the Kansas City metro this week. The buyer has stops in Kansas City, Overland Park, and St. Joseph

Angelic Reveal

Model Lais Ribeiro shows off her stunning figure in single-strap bikini

BRITAIN may be having a soggy summer, but model Lais Ribeiro is shouldering on in this single-strap bikini. The ex-Victoria's Secret Angel, 32, was showing off the pink swimwear for Italian brand B...

Polling Reveals Harsh Criticism Of Prez

'Biden Is a Bum,' Say Americans | National Review

It's now on the Republican electorate to nominate a candidate who can surpass the mark of "Bum."

Former Prez Fundraising

Trump team creating legal defense fund | CNN Politics

Former President Donald Trump's team is creating a legal defense fund to help offset some of the enormous bills incurred as his legal troubles mount, two sources familiar with the planning told CNN.

Summer Sci-Fi Distractions

UFO-curious lawmakers brace for a fight over government secrets

A bipartisan group of lawmakers on the House Oversight Committee say a high-profile hearing on UFOs is just the start of their push for answers. And they are threatening to use heavier handed tactics if the Pentagon and intelligence agencies stand in their way. Reps. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.), Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.)...

Russia Nuke Double Talk

Putin says he's open for peace talks before ally issues dire nuke warning

Both Russia and Ukraine have previously said peace talks can't take place without certain conditions being met.

Far East Family Ties

China using families as 'hostages' to quash dissent abroad

Refugees and activists tell the BBC intimidation tactics are tearing apart Uyghur communities overseas.

Advice From the Grave 

Sinead O'Connor's open letter to Miley Cyrus goes viral

Sinead O'Connor's open letter to Miley Cyrus has gone viral following the shock announcement of the Irish legend's death at 56 yesterday.

Late Season Resurgence?!?

It's the first day of the rest of the season, Royals win 2-1

It's a sweep!!!

Griggs Shares Forecast

Morning storms will start the work week

Temperatures will climb back up into the 90s during the middle of the week

And this is the OPEN THREAD for tonight.