Kansas City Collection: Local Chill, Talented Activists & MAGA Tariffs

Tonight we celebrate the promo work of model, actress, artist & hottie Joy as we check pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Protesters Display Other Talents

'Yeehaw!' variety show raises $36k for the ongoing work of Kansas City Tenants Union

Saturday night at the Midland, Yeehaw!: A Benefit for Kansas City, raised over 36k for The Kansas City Tenants Union. The benefit show brought in 17,000 people for a night of comedy, music and support for their community. Each performer donated their time, and all proceeds from the event go directly to KC Tenants.

Downgrade Replacement Debuts

Buck O'Neil Bridge flyover ramp from NB I-35 to US 169 will open Tuesday

The Buck O'Neil Bridge flyover ramp from northbound I-35 to northbound U.S. Highway 169 is set to open this week as progress on the major project continues.

Spoiler: It's Just A Bus

Kansas City looks to take next steps in 'rapid transportation' from KCI to downtown

A Kansas City, Missouri, City Council committee is set to meet next week to consider next steps in implementing a "rapid transportation" plan between KCI and downtown Kansas City.

Mascot Beef Deets

Buc-ee's sues KC-owned Duckees Drive Thru for trademark, copyright infringement - Kansas City Business Journal

Who knew convenience store chains with cartoon animals for mascots could be so feral? A KC-based business is learning that firsthand.

Science Translates Bug

Insects are making sounds the human ear can't hear. One Midwest scientist is listening

Thousands of insect species use vibrations to communicate. Now, in part because of the foundational research of a Midwestern biology professor, more researchers are exploring insect vibrational communication to ward against pests and understand climate change.

Witness Diva Stems

Joy Corrigan bares her long legs in denim shorts during photo shoot

Joy Corrigan displayed her killer legs during a photo shoot in Beverly Hills this week. She wore a pair of high-waisted denim shorts and carried a large tan purse

Progressive Movie Maker Against Prez

Michael Moore lashes out at Biden, says he's leading America into World War III: 'This is your legacy?'

Far-left filmmaker Michael Moore wrote a scathing open letter to President Biden, accusing him of doubling down on his "worst mistakes" as he left office.

MAGA Trades Threat

Trump pledges 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, deeper tariffs on China

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said on Monday that on his first day in office he would impose a 25% tariff on all products from Mexico and Canada, and an additional 10% tariff on goods from China, citing concerns over illegal immigration and the trade of illicit drugs.

Law-fare Postscript

Smith moves to drop Jan. 6, classified documents cases against Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith moved to dismiss both his election interference case and classified documents case against President-elect Trump, citing Justice Department policy against prosecuting a s...

Middle-East Peace Maybe

Israel says it's moving towards Lebanon ceasefire

Israel is moving towards a ceasefire in the war with Hezbollah but there are still issues to address, its government said on Monday, while two senior Lebanese officials voiced guarded optimism of a deal soon even as Israeli strikes pounded Lebanon.

NATO Readies For War

Europeans will ramp up military support for Ukraine, says German defence minister

Europeans will step up military support for Ukraine, Germany's defence minister pledged on Monday after talks with his British, French, Italian and Polish counterparts on how to foster defence efforts as Donald Trump is set to return to the White House.

Handles Of Spicy Sort Confused

Charity responds to embarrassed shop workers who displayed sex toys in window thinking they were doorknobs

The charity shop worker was pretty mortified by the mix-up, donning some rubber gloves to get rid of them.

Chuck Shares EPIC Review

Rye - Upscale American Bistro

I finally had the chance this past summer to visit the Mission Farms location of Rye. It was a family member's birthday. I had heard lots of buzz about the restaurant from fellow food critics and the local foodie scene.

Local Freeze Emerges

Winter coat weather is here, temperatures continue to fall into the week

Light rain, a few flakes possible Wednesday

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.