Kansas City Tax Free Update: MAGA Chances, Threats, Ukraine Strike & AP Psych

Lots to think about today but we wanted to start with reminding locals of money saving festivities today whilst we check pop culture community news and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .


Show-Me Money To Save

Not just pens and pencils: Missouri's tax holiday can save you hundreds on tech and clothes

Here's what to look for on the Missouri tax free holiday for back-to-school shopping.


Rock Chalk Tourism Today

Kansans travel to Missouri for the sales tax holiday

The back to school sales tax holiday in Missouri is attracting shoppers from Kansas to save money on qualifying purchases.


Building Up The Dotte

KCK community college set to build downtown campus, tackle poverty and disparities

"It's going to change the lives of tens of thousands of people in downtown" for generations, said the president of Kansas City Kansas Community College.


Double Tragedy On Death Highway

2 left with life threatening injuries after crash on 71 Highway

Two people are left with life threatening injuries after a single car crash on US 71 Highway and Banister Road Saturday morning in Kansas City.


Murder Count Rises #119

Second teenager wounded in July double shooting in Kansas City dies from injuries

Angel Macias, 15, was declared dead on Friday morning, according to Kansas City police.


Football Loss Postscript

Family speaks out after fan dies at Chiefs training camp

Missouri hospital officials have released more information on a fan who died at Kansas City Chiefs training camp.


More Reporting On JoCo Danger

Overland Park bicyclist dies days after being hit by car

Overland Park police say a bicyclist has died days after he was hit by a vehicle near 99th Street and Antioch Road.


Gunfire Targets Downtrodden

Clean Up KC says man who was killed at 18th and Askew in Kansas City was homeless

Clean Up KC is a city program that helps homeless people get back on their feet.


Top Podcaster Demands White House Accountability

Joe Rogan says Biden 'caught lying so many times,' warns 'mainstream media' won't hold him accountable

Host Joe Rogan scorched Joe Biden, claiming the president has had a decades-spanning career of corruption, and condemned most media outlets for defending him.


MAGA Threats?!?

'I'm coming after you:' Donald Trump responds to latest arraignment with new threats

Former president and current candidate Trump adjusts his strategy to turn his three indictments into political weapons


Social Media Reaction

DOJ asks judge to issue protective order after Trump posts apparent threat of revenge

The DOJ asked a federal judge overseeing the criminal case against former President Trump to step in after he released a post online that appeared to promise revenge on anyone who goes after him.


Making Bets On MAGA

Opinion | Trump Actually Has Pretty Good Odds of Getting Back to the White House

Yes, he can win.


Today's Teachable Moment

AP Psychology can be taught 'in its entirety', says Florida official

State had told superintendents the course violated a new law prohibiting content on sexual orientation and gender identity


European Drone War Cont'd

Russia says tanker hit in Ukrainian attack near Crimea

The ship's engine room is damaged after the strike, Russian maritime officials are quoted as saying.


Far East Misunderstands Axis

China's embassy to Russia criticises treatment of citizens at border

China's embassy in Russia criticised the treatment of five Chinese citizens who were refused entry into Russia, calling the treatment inconsistent with the overall friendly relations between the two countries.


Nasty Distractions Documented

Here are the surprising things people think about while having sex - including chores and sports

Adults' most common sex thoughts are about household chores that need to be done, what they're having for their next meal, their favorite TV show or movie and what's going on at work.


Baller Backlash

Chiefs' DE Charles Omenihu suspended for first 6 games of season

The Kansas City Chiefs will be without one of their newest defensive acquisitions to start the 2023 season.


Growing Local Supplies

Brookside Farmers Market grows in attendance as growers adapt, bring in new crops

Growers and organizers are noticing growth in attendance at the Brookside Farmers Market in Kansas City, Missouri.


Followup On Redevelopment

Kansas City residents chime in with their thoughts on the Trolley Track Trail project

The latest phase aims to connect the Gillham Cycle Track to the Trolley Track Trail.


Training Camp Tricks Displayed

WATCH: Patrick Mahomes completes a behind-the-back pass

The Kansas City quarterback finally did something he's only done in warmups.


Katie's Forecast . . . 

Saturday gives way to strong overnight storms

Saturday will have high temperatures around 88 degrees; morning showers clear out by noon, but strong overnight storms may begin at around 11 p.m.

6ix9ine - Shaka Laka (feat. Kodak Black & Yailin la Mas Viral) is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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