Kansas City Sparkle: Local Rescues, Convention Politics & Oprah

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Cowtown Critters Saved

KC Pet Project rescues 31 animals from 'deplorable conditions,' owner had previous warrant for animal-related offenses

Work is not done at the property. Some of the animals on the property could not be captured.

Local Cinema Selections

Kansas City film critics share what's on their screens this summer

As the season draws to a close, see what movies and shows Abby Olcese of The Pitch, film and TV critic Lonita Cook and Willy Evans of the Underground Film Festival recommend.

Great Divide Growing Worse

Deep trench between homes causing public safety hazard on Kansas City street

A serious public safety hazard remains between two homes in Kansas City on the 2300 block of Myrtle Avenue.

Suburban Blame Game Redux

Lee's Summit Housing Authority blames former staff for delayed payments, destroyed documents

The Lee's Summit Housing Authority paid Terrell Jolly about six months worth of late housing assistance payments. They did not, however, pay late fees.

Home Team Bounces Back

Lorenzen lashes LA lineup in 3-0 licking

Back in the win column.

Angel Earns Blessing

Lais Ribeiro Is Pregnant! Model Expecting Baby No. 2, Her First with Husband Joakim Noah

Lais Ribeiro is pregnant and expecting her second baby, her first with husband Joakim Noah. Riberio is also mom to 15-year-old son Alexandre, while Noah is dad to kids Leia and Emaan from a previous relationship.

Bubba Reminds Us He's Younger Than MAGA

Clinton lauds Biden as modern-day George Washington and president who 'healed our sick' in DNC speech

Former President Bill Clinton praised President Biden in his DNC speech in Chicago as a modern-day George Washington and a man who "healed our sick" during the pandemic.

Talker Surprise Guest

Oprah Winfrey makes surprise appearance at Democratic convention

The unannounced speech by the TV host hit back at Republican criticism of "childless cat ladies".

Coaching The Crowd

Tim Walz accepts VP nomination and pitches voters: 'We have the right team'

Harris's running mate emphasizes coach background and takes swipe at JD Vance in Democratic convention speech

American Royalty Forgotten?!?

RFK Jr. plans to drop out of presidential race by end of week: Sources

Robert Kennedy Jr. is planning to drop out of the presidential race by the end of this week, sources familiar with the decision tell ABC News.

MAGA Attempts Different Tact

Trump stuns critics with praise for 'nice gentleman' Obama while predecessor slams him at DNC

Former President Trump offered praise for former President Obama, which was later contrasted by the latter slamming him during his DNC speech on Wednesday.

Maneuver Warfare Downside

The risks of Ukraine's bold attack on Russia

Ukraine's bold military incursion into Russia has caught President Vladimir Putin off guard, but U.S. officials are concerned that if the operation continues, Kyiv's forces could be stretched too thin.

Holy Land Peace Talks Cont'd

Biden spoke with Netanyahu Wednesday at a critical moment in Gaza talks | CNN Politics

President Joe Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday about "the ceasefire and hostage release deal and diplomatic efforts to de-escalate regional tensions," White House spokesperson Emilie Simons posted on X.

Pounds Down Reporting

Weight loss drugs have transformed an American city. Is that a good thing? : Consider This from NPR

They've been called "Hollywood's worst-kept secret." Medications like Ozempic or Mounjaro, which are commonly used to treat diabetes, are part of the zeitgeist these days. More and more celebrities are opening up about taking them to lose weight. So when you imagine where these drugs are prescribed most for weight loss around the U.S., maybe you're thinking Los Angeles or New York.

East Side Renovation

Crumbling KC home of Negro Leagues great Satchel Paige takes big step toward renovation

"Satchel was the Michael Jordan of his time. There was certainly nobody of higher profile in the Negro Leagues," said Gary Abrams, who aims to renovate Paige's Kansas City home.

Peak Happy Hour Approaches

August Staff Picks: Restaurant Patios - IN Kansas City Magazine

Working for IN Kansas City sends our team all over the metro. So, each month, we'll weigh in on our favorite local... something. This month, we're talking restaurant patios. Add to your list of outdoor dining destinations with our list of staff picks. A fair amount of Saturdays, you can find my husband and me...

August Warmup Arrives Soon

Warm weather expected to intensify over the weekend

Temperatures will rise significantly this weekend, with highs reaching the low to mid-90s and heat index levels approaching 100 degrees.

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