Kansas City Red Fall Friday: Local Rides, Blessings & MAGA Threats

Right now we contemplate the legend of model, diva, biz lady & hottie Denise as we check pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Midtown KC Hearts Broken Over Valentine Demise

Say Goodbye to 3417 Jefferson - Midtown KC Post

Demolitions continue in the Valentine neighborhood between 33rd and 35th from Pennsylvania to Southwest Trafficway. The Valentine Neighborhood is mourning the loss of 23 homes and other structures that recently housed our friends and neighbors. Today, we say goodbye to 3417 Jefferson Summit. Here's how it looked today.

New Downtown Path Debuts

Grand Boulevard Bridge reopens ahead of schedule

The Grand Boulevard bridge is reopening ahead of schedule after crews closed it to for work on the KC Streetcar extension project.

Local Runaround Tragedy Today

Suspected impaired driver killed, police officer injured in crash Friday morning at I-70 and U.S. 40 Highway

A crash killed a suspected impaired driver and injured an Independence police officer Friday morning at Interstate 70 and the entrance to U.S. 40 Highway.

New Digs For 1st Responders

Remodeling ongoing at several Kansas City fire stations in efforts to follow city regulation

Multiple Kansas City fire stations continue to be remodeled as the City continues its efforts to provide gender-neutral fire stations.

Horrible Collab For Local Celebs

Kelce brothers release new Christmas song with help from Boyz ll Men

The song highlights the Kelce brothers' hometown of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, with the help of Boyz ll Men, who, like Jason, got their start in Philadelphia.

Remembering The Legend

Everything you need to know about model and wellness coach Denise Milani

Here's everything you need to know about model and wellness coach Denise Milani.

MAGA Tough Talk Investigated

Trump's Liz Cheney remarks probed by AG as possible "death threat"

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said her office is investigating whether Trump's recent remarks about Liz Cheney broke the law.

Dudes Dislike Veep

Kamala Harris struggles to secure men's support in labor unions

With the U.S. election days away, Vice President Kamala Harris is struggling to secure the support of male volunteers in some labor unions whose phone calls and house visits are needed to get Democratic supporters out to vote, senior labor officials said.

Vigilante Hero Suffers Justice

Prosecutor says veteran's subway chokehold went 'too far.' Defense says his 'courage' helped others

Jurors have heard opening statements in the trial of the man accused of choking a distressed Black subway rider to death last year in New York.

Eastern Europe Lose/Lose

In Ukraine, hopes of war breakthrough slim whoever wins US election

For many Ukrainians, the outcome of the U.S. election next week and its impact on the war with Russia feels less likely to be pivotal than it once did.

End Times In Holy Land?!?

Israeli assault has caused 'apocalyptic' situation in northern Gaza, UN warns

Key officials say entire population of northern Gaza 'at imminent risk of dying from disease, famine and violence'

El Papa Sends Social Media Goodwill Where It's Needed Most

Pope Francis gives All Saints Day blessing to... New Orleans Saints

It's not too often that a football team gets a blessing from the Pope, but if anyone needs it right now it's the New Orleans Saints. And that's exactly what they received, even if it was a bit of a social media fluke, on All Saints Day.

More Deets On Driving The Vote

Nonpartisan organization offering rides to the polls in Kansas City, Missouri

A Kansas City, Missouri, nonpartisan organization is working to provide transportation to the polls for the Nov. 5 election.

Soggy Weekend Forecast

Seasonable fall Friday as weekend rain moves in

Enjoy clear skies and sunshine throughout the afternoon, highs in the low 60s, with a big turn in the forecast starting Saturday.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.