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Hipsters Sound Off

KC Fringe Festival takes audiences on an aural adventure at The Sound Mandala

The 50-minute experimental auditory production includes original pieces played from more than 80 speakers mounted on every wall and even the floor of a dark room. The Sound Mandala runs through July 27 at the Olson Performing Arts Center on the University of Missouri-Kansas City campus.

Local Liberation Celebration

'It's like going from war to peace': Kansas City advocates react to Sandra Hemme's release from prison

Sandra Hemme walked out of the Chillicothe Correctional Center Friday evening a free woman after spending 43 years in prison for a murder she did not commit.

Kansas Takes Down Tech History

With cashless tolling underway, Kansas Turnpike Authority begins dismantling familiar blue toll plazas

Interstate 70 ramps in Lawrence are undergoing a significant makeover as the Kansas Turnpike Authority converts to cashless tolling and removes toll booths. The KTA dismantled North Lawrence's toll plaza on Tuesday. Crews used a large crane to lift the familiar blue roof off the plaza and set it aside before loading the toll booth [...]

Northland Wreck Turns Deadly

Collision near Worlds of Fun ends in tragedy after motorcycle driver dies

An afternoon collision in a neighborhood near Worlds of Fun ended in tragedy after the driver of a motorcycle has reportedly died.

Downtown Accommodations Debut

AC Hotel to open in September in renovated Rialto Building in downtown Kansas City

AC Hotel is close to opening a 239-room hotel in the historic Rialto building at the corner of 9th Street and Grand in downtown Kansas City.

Diva Shares Latest Track

Madison Beer has dropped her new single '15 MINUTES' with escape room-themed video

The track follows her recent hit 'Make You Mine'.

Prez On The Mend?!?

Biden heads into weekend badly bruised but still fighting

The president had a brutal week, but is heading into the weekend still atop the Democratic ticket, with his campaign beating back a barrage of private and public pleas for his exit. The presi...

Zuck Admits Admiration

Mark Zuckerberg calls Donald Trump a 'badass' after the former president threatened him with prison

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said seeing Donald Trump with his fist in the air after getting shot was "one of the most badass things I've ever seen."

Labor Fights For Future

'Betrayal': Teamsters head who spoke at Trump's RNC faces challenge for 'kissing the ring'

International Brotherhood of Teamsters president Sean O'Brien is in hot water with his own members after giving a speech at the Republican National Convention this week. And it could now cost him his position.According to In These Times labor reporter Kim Kelly, O'Brien is drawing a challenger in Jo...

MAGA Talks Walking Papers

Former President threatens 'largest deportation' in US history - as it happened

This blog is now closed. Read our coverage of Trump's speech below: Trump calls for unity then returns to familiar attacks in lengthy speechFact-checked: Republican national convention and Trump's speech

Meet New Bosses

Indian Americans Become a Political Force, Just as Usha Vance's Profile Rises

Indian Americans are now the largest and most politically active group among Asian Americans. Among their recent milestones: Vice President Kamala Harris, two G.O.P. presidential candidates - and a possible second lady.

Holy Land Makes Promise

Israel defense minister says country will 'settle the score' after Houthi drone attack on Tel Aviv

Israel's defense minster vowed to "settle the score" after an Iranian drone fired by Houthi rebels from Yemen crashed into Tel Aviv Friday resulting in the death of one and injuring another 10 people.

Trending MAGA Already Sparks Peace Talk

Facing difficult frontline reality and the prospect of Trump in the White House, Zelensky hints at negotiations with Russia | CNN

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky struck an unusually subdued tone as he addressed his nation this week, hinting at the possibility of negotiations with Russia for the first time since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion more than two years ago.

South Of Border Perspective

Latin American president dismisses migrant crisis as a 'United States problem'

President of Panama Jose Raul Mulino says the migrant crisis in the Western Hemisphere is a "United States problem," adding deportation flights that are partly funded by the U.S. are only voluntary.

Television Iconic Talk 

Carol Burnett shares time capsule tribute to Bob Newhart | CNN

One comedy giant saluted another this week after the passing of Bob Newhart, who died Thursday morning at the age of 94.

Culture War For Bedroom

Polyamory? Celibacy? Today's sexual politics reveals much about the way we live | Eva Wiseman

A rise in both seemingly opposing choices adds a layer of confusion to the way we conduct our most intimate lives

Fancy Pupper Celebration

Wayside Waifs - Fur Ball, "Bark and Roll"

The Overland "Bark" Convention Center was the site for Wayside Waifs' annual Fur Ball, "Bark and Roll," on May 11th. Martha and Rusty Smith were the honorary chairs for the fabulously fun event that featured cocktails, dinner, and a silent auction. The evening celebrated the organization's 80th anniversary of saving the lives of homeless animals.

Cowtown Care Competition

These are the 4 highest rated hospitals in the Kansas City area, new 2024 ranking says

They excel in specialties such as cancer treatment, cardiology and lung surgery.

Local Artsy Moves Reported

Creative Intersections, with Owen/Cox Dance Group, returns this August

The annual performance has become the send-off for summer and the kickoff to the dance season in the local dance community.

BBQ Border War Again

Popular Kansas City-area barbecue spot plans to close, reopen in Kansas

Kansas City's Harp Barbecue in Raytown plans to close and move to Overland Park this fall.

Katie's Weekend Weather Forecast

Be prepared for a rainy Saturday afternoon

Saturday will have high temperatures around 79 degrees; rain chances exist throughout the day with the afternoon bringing chances for thunderstorms

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