Kansas City Look Down: Drunken Worm Redux, Urban MAGA & College Outrage

A bit late in the day we're still inspired by biz lady, fashion legend and hottie Alessandra to consider pop culture, community news and top headlines. 

Also . . . We wanted to catch up on a few local links

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Home Team Stays Losing

Tigers repay big inning late, Royals lose 6-5

Kansas City was winning until a well-rested Chris Stratton came on to pitch.

Return Of Drunken Worm

Kansas City bar that abruptly closed last year will rise again: 'A leap of faith'

The new owners want to return the place to its origins: "A tequila-focused bar with traditional street tacos and kind of a Day of the Dead theme."

Urban Discourse Recorded

334: Independence Plaza Neighborhood Council with Cynthia Herrington (and her friendly ward Bruce) | Northeast News

Welcome to this week's Northeast Newscast where we sit down with outgoing Independence Plaza Neighborhood Council president Cynthia Herrington in a stream-of-consciousness and honest conversation about vulnerable issues in the...

Champs Make Selection

Chiefs take 3 offensive players day 3 of NFL draft

The Kansas City Chiefs rounding out 2024 NFL Draft Day 3 class with TCU tight end Jared Wiley and Washington State safety Jaden Hicks

Housing Equity For The Dotte

Jones & Homes Real Estate opens in Argentine KCK with mission for equitable homeownership

A new real estate agency opened its doors in Argentine, Kansas City, Kansas. Jones & Homes Real Estate wants to make sure people of all backgrounds have equal access to home ownership.

Baller Legacy Celebrated

Chiefs' Hali set to be inducted into team's Hall of Fame

A retired Kansas City Linebacker and Defensive End is set to be honored for his decades of charity and years of field domination.

Angel Product Sneak Peek

Science Meets Beauty: Alessandra Ambrosio Shares the Skincare Routine That Keeps Her Glowing

The model, actress, and all-around icon maintains a consistent, thoughtful, and science-backed approach to skincare, courtesy of ISDIN.

White House Talk Reconsidered

Biden claims 'lovely' women sent him racy photos while in Senate, repeats arrest lie in gaffe-filled interview with Howard Stern

Biden recalled Friday that "lovely women" mailed him "very salacious pictures" when he was a young and unmarried senator - and that he handed the images over to the Secret S...

MAGA Talks Community

Trump promised big plans to flip Black and Latino voters. Many Republicans are waiting to see them

Donald Trump has promised big plans for recruiting voters in Black, Latino and Asian communities. But five months before the general election votes are cast, the former president's campaign has little apparent organization to show for those ambitions.

Tech Argues Legal Precedent

TikTok: How Grindr could point to a resolution

The LGBTQ dating app offers a prominent example of what could happen if ByteDance goes along with divestiture.

American Smoke Out Aftermath

Where has the dirtiest air in the US? Report ranks cities with best and worst air quality.

While the best cities are scattered all over the U.S., the West Coast saw some of the worst rankings.

College Outrage Doesn't Convince?!?

US doubles down on Israel support as campus protests rage over Gaza

President Biden is sending billions of dollars to back Israel's war against Hamas, even as the destruction of Gaza and deaths of Palestinians fuels growing protest on college campuses. The $26 billion in new aid to Israel, passed overwhelmingly in Congress and signed into law by Biden this week, also comes amid a deepening humanitarian...

Vlad Moves Forward

Russian missiles pound power plants in central and western Ukraine

KYIV (Reuters) -Russian missiles pounded power facilities in central and western Ukraine on Saturday, increasing pressure on the ailing energy system as the country faces a shortage of air defences despite a breakthrough in U.S. military aid.

Holy Land Against Clickbait

Israel debunks 'Hamas libels' about mass grave spread by media for internet clicks, says Netanyahu spokesman

Amid Israel's campaign to root out Hamas terrorists in Gaza, the terrorist organization is stoking "disinformation" to hoodwink the international community, claim critics.

Far East On Warpath

Xi shakes up China's military in rethink of how to 'fight and win' future wars | CNN

China has rolled out the largest restructuring of its military in almost a decade with a focus on technology-driven strategic forces crucial for winning future wars, as Beijing vies with Washington for military primacy in a region rife with geopolitical tensions.

South Of Border Fight For Life

A woman might win the presidency of Mexico. What could that mean for abortion rights?

If a woman wins Mexico's presidency during the June 2 elections, would she rule with gender in mind?

Campaign Conversation End Game

MAGA Host Can't Stop Talking to Lara Trump About Anal Sex

In what can only be described as a race to the bottom, right-wing comedian Alex Stein appears obsessed with talking to the president's daughter-in-law about sodomy.

Celebrate Places Most TKC Readers Couldn't Possibly Afford

The Kansas City Parade of Homes is back for its 2024 spring season

Parade of Homes is Kansas City tradition in spring and fall that gives home buyers large and unique examples of 300 new homes in KC metro

South Side Stays Learning

Become a citizen scientist with the Heartland Conservation Alliance

"The Heartland Nature Celebration is a welcoming event to nature and its flora and fauna species."

Show-Me Ugly Catch

Missouri Angler Lands Monster Invasive Carp, Buries It

George Chance recently caught what may be a world-record invasive carp. Rather than mount the 97-pound giant, he buried it in his garden as fertilizer.

Golden Ghetto Good Food Debuts

Olathe Farmers Market officially open for 2024 season

Olathe Farmers Market open in Black Bob Park, downtown Olathe, Kansas and Stagecoach Park featuring variety of baked goods, flowers, produce

Stormy Saturday Cont'd

ALERT DAY: All types of severe weather, including tornadoes, possible starting Saturday evening

Make sure you've got multiple ways to receive alerts, especially in the overnight hours.

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