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Local Ladies Love Democracy
League of Women Voters go big for National Voter Registration Day in Kansas City
You may notice a full-court press on social and traditional media, online, and in libraries and workplaces looking to get you registered to vote
Hand Me Down Discounts
Saving big at secondhand stores
How many times have you been on Instagram and noticed someone posted a really cool item from a thrift store?
Show-Me Big Money Exit
Lame-duck Missouri governor still raising campaign cash with the help of lobbyist * Missouri Independent
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson is the guest of honor at a fundraiser for a pair of PACs at the home of a longtime Jefferson City lobbyist.
Rock Chalk Sadness Sinks In
As Kansas farms grow bigger, more people leave and rural life gets lonelier
Kansas farms have expanded their operations and are now bigger than ever, which has led to an economic boom. But that also means fewer farmers, and that has contributed to depopulation in rural parts of the state that were socially isolated to begin with.
Fallen Idol Well-Remembered
Once a Star of the Kansas City Skyline, This 90-foot Cow Statue Now Stands Alone
What's Your KCQ? What do you want to know about our community? The Library and The Kansas City Star combine resources to find answers to questions about regional topics.
World Cup Hype Already Fades
KC leaders promised airport transit for World Cup. What's possible, and what's a pipe dream?
Planners once dreamed of a monorail or hovercraft to KCI, but the only public transit today consists of a single bus each way once an hour.
Golden Ghetto Gears Up
Johnson County officials say buses secured for 2026 FIFA World Cup matches is win for region
Johnson County recently secured 50 buses for the World Cup in 2026, provided by Masters Transportation. Officials say it's an important step
Today's Best Political Metaphor
A rare 2-headed snake is Kansas City’s most charming new visitor
Tiger-Lily, a nearly three-foot-long western rat snake found in 2017 in southwest Missouri, will be at the Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center until Sept. 28.
Swinger Knows What Sells
Paige Spiranac: why she began wearing her unconventional golf outfits
Golf glamour girl Paige Spiranac recently revealed why she wears the outfits that made her go viral on the golf course.
Prez Still Understands Political Gamesmanship
Biden says 'good Republicans' are scared out of pro-LGBTQ+ stances by far right
President touts administration's record in first interview by incumbent with LGBTQ+ outlet
History Tells Us To Ignore Polls
More polls show Harris leading Trump, but Nate Silver sees popular, electoral vote split
Many polls show Vice President Kamala Harris holds a small lead nationally over former President Trump less than 50 days out from election day.
Insight After Another Close Call
Why protecting Trump is a unique challenge for the Secret Service
The agency tasked with protecting presidents faces increased scrutiny after Trump's second apparent assassination attempt.
MAGA Visit Unwanted
After false pet claims, Springfield mayor says Trump visit would be 'an extreme strain' on resources
Springfield, Ohio, Mayor Rob Rue said a visit from former President Donald Trump, who spread false rumors about Haitian immigrants eating pets there, would "strain" resources.
Everybody Against Hillary
Rubio calls out Democrats for 'clearly' influencing second would-be Trump assassin with incendiary rhetoric
Florida Sen. Marco Rubio called out Hillary Clinton's rhetoric about former President Trump following a second apparent attempt on his life at his golf course in Florida.
Holy Land Fights Back With Belt-Line Old Tech Sabotage
Israel didn't tell U.S. before Hezbollah pager attack, officials said
The explosions killed at least nine people, including a child, and wounded 2,750 others.
War In Ukraine Tragedy Cont'd
Russia-Ukraine war passes grim milestone
More than 1 million people in Ukraine and Russia have been killed or injured in the war, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Hip-Hop 'Freak-Offs' Finally Confront Consequences
Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail over sex trafficking, racketeering charges: A look at the allegations
The rap mogul has been charged with sex trafficking and racketeering nearly six months after two of his homes were raided by federal investigators.
Apropos For Tuesday
Take a tour of Kansas City's taco scene with these 5 looks at Mexican food favorites
The Kansas City area is known for more than its barbecue.
Hardcore Fans Share Feelings
7 winners and 3 losers from the Chiefs' win over the Bengals
Which Kansas City Chiefs players caught our attention during Sunday's amazing victory over the Cincinnati Bengals?
Urban Exploring Redux
Lisa Peña's hiking company makes Kansas Citians tourists in their own city
Lisa Peña's hiking company, Urban Hikes KC, makes Kansas Citians tourists in their own city. See Lisa's Perfect Day in KC.
Hipsters Share Rap Tradition
Crossroads Beatbox Battle brings serious competitive 'unrealness' to a mouth near you
This year's Crossroads Beatbox Battle at recordBar is opening doors to a whole new sector of music-making in KC.
Severing Urban Core
Nonprofit partnership helps fight food insecurity in Kansas City
The Prospect KC is working to fight food insecurity by partnering with Nourish KC, another nonprofit.
Local Taste Debuts
At Mudbug Cajun Po' Boys, a husband-wife duo is serving Gulf Coast comfort to Kansas City
The Northland lunch spot is owned by Chris and Heather Jones, who offer their twists on Cajun and Creole cuisine. While the restaurant struggled to get through COVID, the couple say they've seen more customers come looking for food that reminds them of "being at home."
Summer 2024 Last Stand . . .
Late-summer heat continues to linger
Slim chances of showers and thunderstorms begin Thursday
Teddy Swims - Bad Dreams is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.
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