Kansas City Drive: Money Moves, Reich Erased, Private Plastic & Palestine Nod

This morning we celebrate biz lady, reality star and hottie Kendall as we check pop culture, community news and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Local Family Dives Debut

When do Kansas City-area pools, splash pads open this summer?

Here's when local pools and splashpads in the Kansas City area are set to open this summer; hours, admission costs and more.

Life Lessons For More Cash

As KCPS begins pitching bond proposal to community, parent says it's much needed

There's a major effort to upgrade Kansas City Public Schools facilities in the urban core, the largest in decades.

Bienvenidos To New Boss

Kansas governor appoints new executive director for Hispanic and Latino commission * Kansas Reflector

Gov. Laura Kelly has filled the position of executive director of the Kansas Hispanic and Latino American Affairs Commission.

Show-Me Election Confusion

Missouri lawmakers put question on ballot asking voters to ban ranked choice voting

The Missouri General Assembly passed a resolution that will ask voters whether to ban ranked choice voting, which is currently only used in St. Louis.

Rock Chalk Extinction Feared

Make Plans to See the Lesser Prairie Chicken Now... While You Still Can

People from all across the country are coming to Kansas to see a bird. The lesser prairie chicken used to roam the Great Plains by the millions, but now... the population has dwindled to around 25,000. Commentator Rex Buchanan recently took some out-of-state folks to see the rare bird in its native habitat.

Goodbye Gunner

Independence K-9 passes away after 8 years of service

The Independence Police Department announced that one of the K-9's, Gunner, passed away after eight years of service in Independence, Missouri

Newspaper Shares Unattainable Info

How much money does the middle class make in Kansas and Missouri? What data says

It takes nearly 30% more income to be considered middle class in Kansas and Missouri than it did 10 years ago. See how other states compare.

Celebrity Fashion Sneak Peek

Kendall Jenner Curates Her Favorite Bikinis and Swimsuits With Vibrant Patterns for Fwrd Summer Campaign

Kendall Jenner stars in FWRD's summer 2024 edit featuring bikinis and swimsuit styles by Khaite, Bottega Veneta and more.

Prez Unloads More Free Money

Student loans: Biden administration announces additional $7.7 billion in debt relief | CNN Politics

The Biden administration announced the cancellation of an additional $7.7 billion in student loans for 160,000 Americans Wednesday in its ongoing efforts to relieve soaring college debt.

MAGA Rescinds Sketchy Reference

Trump deletes social media video about election victory referencing 'Unified Reich' after facing backlash

Former President Donald Trump on Monday posted a video on his social media platform that uses language that appears to mirror that of Nazi Germany.

GOP Against Open Borders

Republicans close ranks against Senate border security deal

Senate Republicans are vowing to block a bipartisan border security deal from moving forward on the floor, three months after Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) hailed it as a "huge success," reflecting the rising partisan tensions of an election year. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.)

Election Court Fight Cont'd

Rudy Giuliani, 11 others plead not guilty in Arizona 'fake electors' case

Allies of former President Donald trump pleaded not guilty in Arizona on charges related to their involvement in a plan to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in the state.

Recycling The Hard Way

Plastic junk? Researchers find tiny particles in men's testicles

The new study has scientists concerned that microplastics may be contributing to reproductive health issues.

Europe Bows To Palestine

Spain, Ireland and Norway will recognize a Palestinian state on May 28. Why does that matter?

Spain, Ireland and Norway have said that they will recognize a Palestinian state on May 28, a step toward a long-held Palestinian aspiration that came amid international outrage over the civilian death toll and humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip following Israel's offensive.

One Person Really Can Make A Difference But Probably Shouldn't

An Egyptian spy single-handedly ruined the Israel-Hamas cease-fire: CNN

An Egyptian official changed the terms of the deal - after Israel had already agreed to it - by adding in more of Hamas' demands, CNN reports.

War In Europe Rages Against Refugees

Thousands flee Russian offensive in Kharkiv region

Fighting around Ukraine's second largest city has so far displaced around 14,000 people.

Local Luxury Distraction

Barbie Dreamhouse pop-up merch truck coming to Leawood this Saturday

Barbie fans have another way to show their love with a Barbie-themed merch truck coming to the KC area for just one day.

Celebrate Postscript

Late Kansas City civil rights icon Alvin Sykes tells his life story in a new book

The new autobiography "Show Me Justice: The Happy Life Journey of Alvin Lee Sykes" documents the extraordinary story of the self-taught legal scholar from Kansas City. Sykes fought tirelessly to re-open several unsolved civil rights cold cases, including the murder of Emmett Till.

Odds Against Champs?!?

Arrowheadlines: 49ers most likely to dethrone the Chiefs

Chiefs headlines for Wednesday, May 22

Foodie Booze Reviews

Dish & Drink KC: Relaxed bar fare at Taps on Main and Lew's

Cobb Salad at Taps on Main // Photo by Sarah Sipple Taps on Main is a go-to restaurant for my husband and me. This is due in part to the fact that it's open on Mondays and has longer kitchen hours than other spots downtown, is locally owned, and is within walking distance.

Katie's Forecast For Now . . . 

Last night's stormy weather has moved out, cloudy and mild today

Several chances for rain possible over the holiday weekend

Bebe Rexha - Chase It (Mmm Da Da Da) is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.