Kansas City News Chapters: Holiday Hope Amid American Tragedy

There are more than a few items we want to share with news readers for the late night & early morning as the approach toward the holidays garners hope & heartbreak . . . Here's the word . . .

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Waiting On Transit Turnabout

Bus stops without benches leave Kansas Citians standing for change

At some of Kansas City's busiest intersections, riders are standing while they wait for the bus. "Taking away a bench isn't going to stop crime," said rider Endy Carrillo. "That's all I got to say."


Early Winter Agenda Setting

KCPBS' Nick Haines Previews Week Ahead For Dec. 16, 2024

With Christmas and Hanukkah right around the corner, Haines takes a quick look at 10 news items to watch.


Parent Payout Profile

Banned from son's football games, Kansas father gets settlement for free speech retaliation * Kansas Reflector

Conflict in a small Kansas town that began at youth football games became a nucleus for a threatened free speech lawsuit that prompted a $75,000 payout.


Show-Me Legal Weed Redux

Missouri lawmakers file bills enacting new regulations on intoxicating hemp products * Missouri Independent

Hemp business owners and distributors want the state to impose age restrictions and testing requirements rather than ban the products.


Paddy's Prob Explained

Report: Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes diagnosed with 'mild high-ankle sprain'

Backup quarterback Carson Wentz went 2-2 after Mahomes sat from his injury.


Three Decades Of Fast Lane Might Be Enough . . . 

Kendra Wilkinson Tells Us She's Leaving 'Booty Call Land' in 2025

Kendra Wilkinson tells Us Weekly that she's manifesting a new man in 2025 and hopes to finally leave 'booty call land'


Prez Considers Rescue Mission

Biden speaks of Oct. 7 and commitment to getting hostages home at Hanukkah reception

During his last Hanukkah reception as president, Biden spoke of the Oct. 7 attack on Isreal and his commitment to get hostages home.


MAGA Argues Against Telework

Trump will fight Biden remote work deal; union vows to fight back

President-elect Trump said that his administration will challenge a recently announced remote work deal between a federal employees' union and the Social Security Administration.


Latest American Tragedy

Teen Girl Kills 2 in Christian School Shooting: Cops

A 15-year-old girl opened fire at a private Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin Monday, killing a classmate and a teacher, authorities said. The female student, whose identity has not been released, opened fire just before 11 a.m. at Abundant Life Christian School, where six others were injured, law enforcement sources told CNN and the Associated Press.


Progressives Double Down After Election Defeat

Democratic senators introduce defense bill amendment to block GOP transgender restriction

A large group of Democratic senators introduced an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on Monday that would ensure the right for the children of servicemembers to access gender-affirming care.


Airborne Arguments Cont'd

Trump says US military should talk about nature of drone sightings

President-elect Donald Trump said on Monday that the U.S. military should tell the American public about the nature of the drone sightings that have plagued the East Coast over the last several weeks.


More Cash For Suspect

Fundraiser for health CEO murder suspect takes in more than $120,000

Anonymous fundraiser aims to cover legal bills of man charged in Manhattan murder of Brian Thompson


Deets On Far East War FAIL

North Korean troops suffer heavy casualties in Russia, Ukraine says

As many as 30 have been "killed or wounded" in Russia's Kursk region, Ukrainian military intelligence said, among the heaviest losses for North Korean forces yet reported.


Holy Land Peace Possible?!?

Negotiators say Israel and Hamas are inching toward a ceasefire deal. This is what it may look like

After months of deadlock, Israel and Hamas appear to be moving closer toward a ceasefire to end their 14-month war.


Royal Holiday Retreat

Prince Andrew will not join royals at Sandringham for Christmas

The Duke is is expected to "honourably withdraw" from all family events to avoid being a distraction, sources tell the BBC.


Thankfully, XTina Still Talks Dirty

Christina Aguilera's hottest sex confessions including her mile high club moment

FROM her mile high club moment to her raunchy skill in the bedroom, Christina Aguilera has revealed all on her sex life. In her first ever podcast interview, Christina Aguilera, 43, sat down with A...


Swifties Love Carbs

'Incredibly thankful': Local bakery goes viral after creating cake for Taylor Swift

Cami's Cake completed its biggest order yet for Taylor Swift Friday.


Hipsters Celebrate Legacies

The Allman Betts Band rambles through Uptown, paying tribute to their rock and roll fathers

The Allman Betts Family Revival brought 50 years worth of classic rock and blues to Uptown Theater on Sunday, Dec. 15.


End Game Message Offered

Clyde Edwards-Helaire pens goodbye note as he is waived from Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs selected Clyde Edwards-Helaire in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.


Merry Local Legacy Endures

Revisiting Christmas along Petticoat Lane

Kansas City's once premier shopping destination was a center of Christmas merriment and gift giving


December Drop At Door . . . 

Kansas City weather: Cooler air expected midweek

Kansas City will see mostly clear skies Monday night with lows in the low 30s.

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