Kansas City Link Pool: Local Fiesta, Europe Nuke War Fears & MAGA Declines Debate

Lots of stuff to catch up on tonight and we notice a bit more South Of Border news inspired by old-school Hollywood starlet hottie Salma to delve into pop culture, community news and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .


Latinos Love Cowtown Culture

Uniendo Culturas: Kansas City Chiefs bring together Hispanic fans and football

Kansas City Chiefs drawing in Hispanic fans and outpacing other NFL teams. Samba Digital scoring a win.


Fiesta Moves Out Of The Loop

Beloved Kansas City festival has moved from downtown. Here's what you need to know

It's one of the biggest Hispanic festivals in the Midwest, and it's happening this weekend. Get the details.


Kangaroo Building Boom Begins

'This is such a historic day': UMKC celebrates construction of $145M health center

The University of Missouri - Kansas City broke ground Wednesday on its Healthcare Delivery and Innovation Building.


Show-Me Plague Relief

CDC says Missouri bird flu case is a 'one-off,' no signs of spreading

Health officials on Thursday said they don't know how a Missouri person caught bird flu but believe it may be a rare instance of a "one-off" standalone illness.


Rock Chalk Recollections Shared

What did Kansas look like 150 years ago? A KU professor's photo book shows the drastic change

Robert Benecke captured 19th-century western Kansas landscapes before massive European migrations to the area transformed them. In the intervening years, the dust bowl, mass extinction of bison, and expansion of mechanized agriculture have all led to a profusion of trees, ponds and lakes across the Sunflower State.


Latest From Local Scribe

Hard Boiled Friction: Dan Flanigan's private dick novels hit the naked city

After winning awards like "Best Lawyer" in Kansas City, Missouri, Dan Flanigan goes from mouthpiece to bloodhound.


Newspaper Notices Skate Or Die

10 years ago, KC community built this DIY skate park. It's now getting razed for housing

After 10 years, the Harrison Street DIY Skate Park in KC's Columbus Park is in jeopardy of demolition thanks to new housing development.


Mexican Star Stays Winning

Salma Hayek celebrates her 58th birthday with sizzling swimsuit snaps

Salma Hayek celebrated her 58th birthday on Monday by sharing a stunning collection of swimsuit photos. In a series of bikinis, the star showcased her incredible figure.


MAGA Opts Out Of Debating News Anchors & Veep

Trump says he won't participate in any more presidential debates with Harris

Since the debate, Trump has claimed the moderators from ABC were unfair and has been non-committal about whether he would participate in another match-up.


Should MAGA Shake It Off?!?

Will Taylor Swift's Kamala Harris endorsement actually matter?

The highly coveted endorsement comes after a year of paranoid speculation.


Election Charges FAIL . . . 

Georgia judge dismisses two criminal counts against Trump in Fani Willis' 2020 election interference case

A judge dismissed two criminal counts in the Georgia 2020 election interference case against former President Donald Trump and one other count against allies of the former president.


Admin Against Internets Pundit

White House condemns Trump ties to conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer

The White House rebuked former President Donald Trump on Thursday for his association with far-right conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer, who has been traveling this week with the Republican presidential candidate. Loomer says she does not work for Trump.


VLAD THREATENS WAR!!!

Putin: lifting Ukraine missile restrictions would put Nato 'at war' with Russia

Comments come after Antony Blinken hints US will lift restrictions on Kyiv's use of weapons inside Russia


Holy Land Charges Amid War

U.N. condemns Israel after 6 workers killed in Gaza school strike

United Nations leaders accused Israel of violating international humanitarian law saying that six of its workers were killed by an airstrike on a school.


International Outrage Cont'd

Kolkata rape: India doctors defy court order to continue strike

Junior doctors in Kolkata are still protesting despite India's top court asking them to get back to work.


Old-School Cinematic Debut

The Beauty of Being 'Young and Dumb': A Review of 'My Old Ass' - Ms. Magazine

My Old Ass starts like a classic teen comedy but resolves with a more poignant message about growing up-no matter what age you are. In many ways, this story seems a familiar one about discovering oneself and falling in love.


Hipsters Share Spicy Talk

Keep Them Coming: X Marks The Spot: Mapping your path to pleasure with erogenous zones

This month's Keep Them Coming focuses on where and when touching your partner can make for a more pleasurable experience.


Middle-Class Booze Abounds

Pizza! Beer! Friendly Service! City Barrel Has It All!

Finally.....City Barrel Pizza + Patio has opened it's new location, straddling the unofficial boundary of Brookside and Waldo at 120 E Gregory, in the former Bier Station space. Well friends, it was worth the wait, because this place has the similar beloved vibe of Bier Station with a few extra amenities.


Kansas City Kitty Rescue

'Good Samaritan' saves kittens from threat of harm with help of Kansas City animal shelter

A Kansas City area animal shelter took in a litter of three-week-old kittens after someone threatened to throw them in the trash. Here's when they should be available for adoption.


Foodie Fest Sneak Peek

KC Restaurant Week announces 2025 dates, charity partner

KC Restaurant Week announced the 10-day event will take place Jan. 10-19, while raising money for three charitable causes.


Forecast Going Into Friday

Clouds from Tropical Depression Francine head to KC

Milky white clouds from the Tropical Depression Francine are making their way into Kansas City's sky on Thursday night

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