Kansas City Silver: Local Retro, Labor Fight & Old-School Tech Blowup

Again, for #TBT we celebrate presenter and pop diva hottie Gwen who, at 54-years-old, might or might not be a spokesperson for a vampire blood health shake . . .  But still inspires our daily peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines. 

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Local Slice Of Life

This Midtown pizza shop sliced through challenges, topping years of popup work with grand opening

Orange By: Devoured - the flagship pizza shop from Jhy Coulter - is finally ready for the public, she said, after enduring years of pop-ups to keep the dream alive, renovations, and the closure of business lending platform Mainvest that took founders by surprise.

Survey Seyz Progress

Kansas City's Hispanic community is getting bigger - and more prosperous, new data shows

As the metro's Hispanic population has grown in recent years, metrics of economic hardship like the poverty rate and rent burden on families have decreased.

Today's Tribute After Tragedy

Procession to funeral home honors fallen Kansas City firefighter

A procession through Kansas City honored fallen KCFD Firefighter Kyle Brinker, two days after he died from a medical emergency following a training exercise.

Rock Chalk Designs 

Final beam to be raised at University of Kansas Memorial Stadium Thursday

The University of Kansas will celebrate the raising of the final steel beam of its new football stadium during a ceremony at 1 p.m. Thursday.

Super Bowl Preview Starts

Chiefs make first road trip of 2024, hoping to go 3-0 against the Falcons

For the NFL's Week 3, Kansas City travels to Atlanta.

Salty Iguana South Shuts Down

'With heavy hearts,' Johnson County Mexican restaurant just closed after 15 years

The restaurant is known for its cheese dip and margaritas.

Show-Me Legal Weed Secrecy

Why are nearly half of KC-area marijuana micro-licenses tied to secretive companies?

The licenses, intended for small and minority-owned businesses, were awarded to LLCs tied to a Wyoming company whose true beneficiaries can't be easily identified.

No Accounting For Golden Ghetto

Johnson County audit shows lax purchasing controls - The Sentinel

The audit discovered that Johnson County consciously allows employees to circumvent internal controls to prevent unauthorized purchases.

Real Estate Eternal Optimism

'That's what we want': Kansas City realtors hopeful interest rate cuts continue

For the first time in four years, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.5%. The national key interest rate now stands between 4.75-5%.

Home Team Losing Streak Again

Tigers sweep Royals with 4-2 win

They hold a playoff spot by 3 games with the tiebreaker.

Rocker Retro Release

Gwen Stefani, 54, announces 1st studio album in SEVEN years

Gwen Stefani announced a new album titled Bouquet on Wednesday. 'My fifth studio album, Bouquet, will be in full bloom on November 15th,' wrote the diva in her caption.

Prez Talks Sketchy Numbers

Biden to celebrate progress of American economy in Thursday remarks

In remarks on Thursday at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C., President Biden will celebrate the progress of the American economy, but stop short of declaring victory.

MAGA Rages Over Secret Files

Trump campaign goes on offense over Iran effort to share hacked materials

Former President Trump is going on offense over the news that Iran sought to share information it hacked from his presidential campaign with President Joe Biden's campaign. The FBI and other intell...

Pet Eating Meme Campaign 2024

Bomb threats followed Trump's false claims about Springfield. Some Haitians may leave

A Haitian community leader in Springfield, Ohio tells Morning Edition that some newcomers are pondering leaving after a string of bomb threats made to the city after former President Trump elevated debunked claims about new migrants during presidential debate with VP Harris.

Labor Ruckus Real Talk

Teamsters leadership scorched for refusing to endorse presidential candidate despite members supporting Trump

Teamsters leadership faced online backlash after announcing the union would not endorse a candidate for the presidential election, despite a majority of its members supporting former President Trump.

Money Talks For Politicos

Senate will move stopgap funding bill as government shutdown looms

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) announced Thursday that he will act later in the day to advance a bipartisan government funding bill after Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) failed to pass a partisan funding measure.

Supreme Threat Crackdown

Man charged for threatening to torture and kill 6 Supreme Court justices

The man sent hundreds of violent messages to the high court with threats of assassination.

Americans Sobering Up?!?

US overdoses have fallen sharply in recent months, a hopeful shift in trends | CNN

Federal data shows that overdose deaths in the United States are the lowest they've been in three years, and a new analysis suggests that some downward trends indicate "unprecedented" progress in the fight against the drug epidemic.

Holy Land War With Old Tech

Walkie-talkie firm probes link to Lebanon blasts; Israel declares 'new phase' of war

The blasts that rocked Lebanon for a second day reached the doors of a walkie-talkie maker in Japan on Thursday, as Israel's declaration of a "new phase" to the conflict raised fears of all-out war.

War Drones On In Europe

Ukraine says it wiped a key Russian missile and artillery arsenal 'off the face of the earth' in long-range strikes

A source in the Security Service of Ukraine said drones attacked a large weapons warehouse in Russia overnight.

Rocketman Fired Up

North Korea says it tested new ballistic missiles with super-large warhead

The account followed the firing of multiple short-range ballistic missiles, which was the second time the North test-launched missiles in a week.

Diva Too Good For Denial

Lady Gaga explains why she didn't bother to address the rumor she is a man | CNN

Lady Gaga was not born the way some speculated years ago, and now she's reflecting on her careful response to those dated rumors.

Old School Burning Sensation

Single boomers are having 'S-E-X.' They're also seeing a surge in STIs

Over the past decade, experts say cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis have seen a dramatic increase among Baby Boomers.

Local Classic Returns

Jazz vocalist Karrin Allyson went from central Kansas to 'A Kiss for Brazil'

With five Grammy nominations under her belt, the Great Bend, Kansas, native returns to the Folly Theater on Saturday, Sept. 21, to perform her latest album, "A Kiss for Brazil," which showcases her continued love for the country's rich music.

Building Up South Side

Habitat for Humanity and volunteers Rock the Block in Marlborough

Eight homes in the Marlborough area enjoy a one-day blitz of home improvement projects.

Deets On Cowtown Sweet Treat

Shatto Milk Company Releases Red Velvet Milk; Here's Where to Find It - IN Kansas City Magazine

Shatto Milk Company's Red Velvet Milk hit Kansas City shelves on Monday. The Clinton County dairy, known for its inventive flavors, previously only released this Chiefs-red milk around Super Bowl time-but this season feels special. "We just started out supporting our local team, and it was so much fun," says owner Barb Shatto.

Community Biz Celebration

KC Black Owned's fall summit returns this weekend with corporate backing, tools for Black entrepreneurs

A summit planned for Saturday at the Kansas City Convention Center aims to inspire Black business owners and equip them with the resources, strategies, and connections needed to thrive in today's competitive marketplace.

Healthcare Love Letter Still Worth A Read . . . 

South Kansas City hospital reflects on 150 years, changes in health care

Come October, St. Joseph Medical Center, one of south Kansas City's largest employers, will cross a milestone of providing care for 150 years.

Meth Town Attraction Probably Doesn't Smell Like Feet?!?

KC Experience: Epic Bounce - IN Kansas City Magazine

Climb the inflatable rock wall at Epic Bounce in Independence and look out. No, not at the parking lot, not at the mall. Look out over the bounce house before you. That's 25,000 square feet of bounciness-about the size of 205 trampolines. It's all your kingdom.

Kansas City Build Up

Refurbished home helps KC woman hold on to cherished memories

Volunteers with Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City and the Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors were out in KC's Marlborough neighborhood working to refurbish several homes.

Local Scribe Documents Stumble

Melinda Henneberger: After you fall, you no longer take getting up for granted | Opinion

A thank you note to Kansas City Star readers who supported columnist during her hospital stay after a fall that fractured her pelvis.

Today's Excuse To Make New Friend

Puppies dumped on KC home looking for forever homes

Nearly a dozen puppies are looking for new homes in the Kansas City metro after they were dumped on the side of the road.

Katie's Autumn Forecast . . . 

Severe storms are possible early tonight in Kansas City

Kansas City is getting ready for more active weather, which will begin Thursday and last through the weekend

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