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McDanger Confronts Local Hero

Firefighter injured while responding to blaze at McDonald's in Kansas City

One firefighter was injured while responding to a blaze at a McDonald's in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday morning.


Progressives Compare Suffering

Kansas Citians with ties to Israel and Palestine share how the war has impacted their lives

One week into the war between Hamas and Israel, the deadly conflict is having an impact on Kansas Citians at home and abroad. KCUR's Up To Date was joined by four people who live in our region or have roots here - two with Israeli ties and two with Palestinian ties - to share their experiences and how their family has been affected.


Cowtown Protection Today

Kansas City-area sees extra security at Jewish places of worship

As the Israel-Hamas war continues, tensions have been rising around the world. And after a former Hamas leader called for a "Day of Jihad," local law enforcement increased their presence at some worship areas.


Fiesta For The Culture

As Hispanic Heritage Month ends, Kansas City's Latino community has much to celebrate | Opinion

Through her work with Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City, Anna Bazan-Munguia connects with others in town who share her heritage.


Classy Dance Party Debuts Again

Holiday magic returns to the stage as the Kansas City Ballet presents "The Nutcracker" at the Kauffman Center

Tickets are on sale now


Hottie Exposes Talker

Rhian Sugden claims ex Russell Brand joined No More Page 3 campaign after 'getting declined' by models

Former Page 3 star 'briefly dated' Brand when she was younger


Another Peek At Brit Leader

Rhian Sugden struggles to contain her assets in an orange bikini-top

The swimwear model is currently enjoying a holiday in Mallorca, from where she updated fans with a new Instagram post.


Prez At Work In Holy Land

Biden says US working with Israel, UN to ease humanitarian consequences in Gaza

In a post online, President Biden said he is working with several countries, including Israel, and the United Nations to ease the humanitarian consequences of the Hamas attacks. "The U.S. is working with the governments of Israel, Egypt, Jordan - and with the UN - to surge support to ease the humanitarian consequences of Hamas's attack,...


MAGA Turnabout

Trump says he stands with Netanyahu after a barrage of GOP criticism for saying he 'let us down'

Former President Donald Trump is stepping back from his pointed criticism of Israel. He said Friday he stands with the nation and its prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, after drawing unusually pointed denouncements from his GOP rivals for lashing out at Netanyahu days after Hamas' deadly attacks.


Rocket Man Supplies Vlad

U.S. Intel Uncovers North Korea's Alarming Delivery to Russia

The recent delivery included more than 1,000 containers of military equipment and munitions, White House National Security Council Coordinator John Kirby said.


Campus Debate Amid War

U.S. students are clashing over the Israel-Hamas war. What can colleges do?

The conflict has heightened tensions on U.S. campuses. What is the role and responsibility of colleges right now?


Romance Consequences

Ravens' Mark Andrews praises Travis Kelce amid Taylor Swift rumors: 'Raising the bar for a long time'

Baltimore Ravens star Mark Andrews had nothing but kind words for the potential budding relationship between Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.


Cowtown Spooky History 

How a hippie art collective called the Foolkillers staged the first haunted house in Kansas City

The haunted house was an outgrowth of the Foolkillers, a countercultural organization that started in 1970 in Kansas City.


Forecast For Now . . . 

Cloudy and cool Saturday

Saturday will have high temperatures around 57 degrees; morning drizzle will fade out, but the day remains cloudy.

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