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Cowtown Supreme Tribute
Sandra Day O'Connor's legacy remembered by law students, legal figures in Kansas City
Despite not being from Kansas City nor working here, Justice Sandra Day O'Connor's impact on women here - and everywhere.
Kangaroos To Rescue
'To take care of my communities;' UMKC School of Medicine students want to reverse physician shortage
According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), 50% of Kansas and 80% of Missouri are in a primary care physician shortage.
Local Need Rising
Christmas Bureau asks for help amid high demand throughout KC-area
The Johnson County Christmas Bureau, known for providing help during the holidays, is asking for help due to high demand from the public.
Northeast Conversation Cont'd
317: Community Partnership Between the Museum, Belger Arts, and Monarch Glass
Explore the intersection of community, art, and a vibrant new collaborative project With Michael Bushnell in this week's Northeast Newscast. [...]
Drudging Up Longstanding KCMO Probs . . .
Sewer line backup on vacant lot causes questions for Kansas City homeowner
As if Brian Dotson's sewer backup wasn't bad enough this weekend, he had trouble figuring out who's ultimately responsible to pay for repairs.
Heavy Rebuke Targets Hottie
EmRata's latest photoshoot is a slap in the face for plus-size people
In a new editorial shared over the weekend, the model poses in a pair of jeans that could fit her two times over. Writer Gina Tonic unpacks the problems underpinning the insidious image
Another Faction Against Prez
Swing-state Muslim leaders launch campaign to 'abandon' Biden in 2024
The bubbling anger among Arab and Muslim Americans over the president's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict could threaten his chances of reelection.
More Deets On MAGA Ruling
Judge rejects Trump immunity claim in federal 2020 election case
Donald Trump does not have immunity from criminal charges for actions he took as president, a U.S. judge ruled on Friday, rejecting his bid to toss out the case brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith accusing him of unlawfully trying to overturn his 2020 election loss.
White House Worries Expand
Speaker Johnson says he believes he has the votes for a Biden impeachment inquiry | CNN Politics
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Saturday he believes Republicans have the votes to launch a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.
GOP Shifts . . .
With the expulsion of Santos and ouster of McCarthy, the House is making unexpected history
The House is making history this year - it's just coming in ways that Republicans could hardly have envisioned when the party took control.
Revenge Attack Explained
The inmate accused of stabbing Derek Chauvin 22 times bizarrely said he attacked him on Black Friday as a symbolic connection to BLM
Suspect John Turscak told FBI agents he attacked Derek Chauvin on Black Friday as he believed it had a symbolic connection to the Black Lives Matter movement.
Veep Offers Assurance
Harris says the US will 'under no circumstances' permit the forced relocation of Palestinians | CNN Politics
Vice President Kamala Harris said Washington will not allow for the forced relocations of Palestinians or any redrawing of the current border of the Gaza Strip in a meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
Bombing Begins Again
Israel intensifies its assault on southern Gaza, causing renewed concern about civilian deaths
Israel pounded targets in the southern Gaza Strip on Saturday, intensifying a renewed offensive that followed a weeklong truce with Hamas and giving rise to renewed concerns about civilian casualties. At least 178 Palestinians have been killed since the fighting resumed Friday morning, even as the United States urged ally Israel to do everything possible to protect civilians.
NextGen Can't Decide?!?
DeSantis, Newsom get mixed reviews from young voters after Great Red vs. Blue State Debate
Two Fordham University students who are registered voters in California spoke out on "The Story" about their takeaways from the DeSantis-Newsom debate.
Brands Abandon X
Walmart joins the growing list of major companies to suspend advertising on Elon Musk's X
"We aren't advertising on X as we've found other platforms to better reach our customers," a Walmart spokeswoman told Bloomberg News.
Run For Border Orgy Exposed
This Taco Bell Holiday Party Sounds Like Hell
A former employee is suing Taco Bell after she claims a holiday party held at the restaurant ended with employees having sex in public.
Holiday Switcheroo Offered
Kansas City Reindeer Farm steps up to honor Snowglobe Express Train tickets
Christmas comes early for people who were out hundreds of dollars after learning the Snowglobe Express Train would not run in Baldwin City, Kansas.
Holiday Eat Out Advice Again
Where To Eat Now: 10 Great Restaurants Form a Bold New Era Of Kansas City Food.
Where to eat now. Check out this list, from house made biscuits to rare imported cheeses, these establishments deliver.
Jazz District Glows
'This is off the chain', 18th and Vine holds 5th Christmas Tree lighting ceremony
Tucker Lott, founder of the Soul of Santa "Do Good" Foundation, brought this event to the historic jazz district five years ago.
Artsy Interlude
This Kansas City artist's giant paintings may 'make you a little uncomfortable.' That's the point
Artist Fernando Achucarro paints late into the night in his home studio on Independence Avenue. The dark and moody images he conjures often rely on the glow of streetlights, candles and dimly-lit lamps. Many were inspired by the loss and trauma of life.
Katie Calls Latest Weather . . .
Cold and fog could create slippery conditions on the roads
Saturday will have high temperatures around 40 degrees; the cold ground temperature combined with the moisture of the heavy fog in some areas could create slick roadways.
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