Kansas City News Layout: Debating Dates & Baller Summer

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Kansas City Saturday Burning Sensation

3 overnight house fires keep Kansas City Fire Department busy

Precautions Across Bridge

Crews repair North Kansas City water system, boil advisory still in place

The city says it will take two days to test the water to ensure it's safe

Discount For The Dotte

Long-hated fee will be removed from BPU bills across Wyandotte County, official says

A long-hated charge will be removed from BPU bills in Kansas City, Kansas & won't lead to utility shut-offs, according to Unified Government.

Local Helping Hand

Battling cancer & bills, KC couple was 'barely making ends meet.' Local company stepped in

Apex Roofing and Restoration replaced a couple's roof at no cost after their homeowners insurance was canceled.

EPIC Baller Summer Underway

Bobby Witt Jr. becomes first player in MLB history to achieve this feat

Despite the calendar flipping to August, Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. hasn't stopped slugging baseballs.

EmRata Shares Fashion Secrets

Emily Ratajkowski just proved two risque itsy bitsy bikinis are better than one

The author donned two skimpy bikini styles for a holiday away from the city. See photos

White House Trade Talk

Biden prisoner exchange ignites debate on 'steep price' to free Americans

President Biden's historic deal to free high-profile Americans from Russian prisons has ignited a debate over the high cost and strategic wisdom of such exchanges, with Republicans and even some De...

Argument Appointment

Trump posts about a new debate plan, and Harris pushes back

Former President Trump posted on his Truth Social about shifting the next televised presidential debate a week earlier, with Fox hosting instead of ABC News.

Veep Record Check

Kamala Harris' prosecutorial record takes center stage

Harris was part of the early 2000s' restorative justice movement.

Former Prez Plans For Future

Jimmy Carter says he hopes to cast vote for Harris

Former President Jimmy Carter says he hopes to cast his ballot for Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming election. As Carter nears his 100th birthday, beating former President Trump is one o...

New Deuce Sneaks Out?!?

Philadelphia mayor's social media video sparks speculation of leaked Kamala Harris running mate

A post from Philadelphia's mayor seemed to suggest Gov. Josh Shapiro might be Kamala Harris' chosen running mate.

Season Of Mudslinging 2024

GOP senators fear ugly campaign after 'uncomfortable' Trump outburst on race

Many Republican senators are feeling "uncomfortable" and "embarrassed" by former President Trump's suggestion that Vice President Harris isn't really Black and only "happened" to adopt that identit...

Sinking Feeling For Vlad?!?

Ukraine claims Russian Rostov-on-Don submarine sunk in Crimea

Ukraine's military said it destroyed the Rostov-on-Don attack submarine in a missiles attack on Friday.

Flexing For Holy Land Debated

US-Israeli soldier posted videos showing detonation of Gaza homes and mosque

IDF soldiers have shared scores of videos of their conduct in Gaza. The American-Israeli soldier says his videos were 'taken out of context'

Social Crackdown Across Globe

Turkey blocks access to Instagram. It's in response to removal of posts on Hamas chief, reports say

Turkey's communications authority has blocked access to the social media platform Instagram. The Information and Communication Technologies Authority, which regulates the internet, did not provide a reason for the move on Friday.

Culture War Across Pond

Police officers injured as far-right activists face off against anti-racism groups across U.K.

LONDON - A number of British police officers were injured Saturday as far-right activists faced off with anti-racism protesters in cities and towns across the country, following a stabbing rampage at a dance class earlier this week that left three girls dead and several wounded.

Olympic Honors Amid Controversy

Boxer Khelif clinches medal amid gender dispute

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, the subject of a gender controversy, clinched a medal at the Paris Olympics after defeating Anna Luca Hamori of Hungary in the quarterfinals of the women's 66-kilogram bout.

Theater Of Plebs Starts

2024 WWE SummerSlam predictions, card, matches, PPV preview, start time, date, location

Everything you need to know ahead of the WWE SummerSlam event this Saturday in Cleveland

Smut Stays Winning Down South

Sex Still Sells: Dallas Adult Film Industry Adapts With the Times and Keeps Coming First

In the age of unlimited free internet porn, adult video stores and professionals get creative to stay ahead. Dallas porn shops are still thriving.

End Of Era Impacts KC

Aerosmith cancels Kansas City stop on farewell tour with announced retirement

Aerosmith's Peace Out Farewell Tour will not stop in Kansas City after all as the band has announced its retirement from touring.

Super Bowl Catch Amid Camp

WATCH: Patrick Mahomes connects with Mecole Hardman on tricky shovel pass

The Kansas City Chiefs are entering a crucial phase of their training camp in St. Joseph, and Andy Reid's offense appears to be firing on all cylinders ahead of the team's first preseason matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars next week. Between one-on-one drills

Home Team Works Bullpen

Kansas City Royals tested one of their new arms in a high-leverage moment. It worked

The Kansas City Royals faced a high-leverage situation before blowing out the Detroit Tigers. They turned to a new pitcher.

Greasy Spoons Endure

Around Kansas City, these iconic diners are keeping an American tradition alive

These old-school diners have served the Kansas City area for generations - sometimes 24/7 - with a full menu of breakfast fare, burgers, milkshakes, and more.

Katie's Weekend Weather Check

It's a Saturday in summer and it's hot

Saturday will have high temperatures around 91 degrees; Monday is the next day that will approach 100 degrees.

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