Kansas City Overview: Suspect Manifesto & Winter Worries

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Cowtown In Denial

Insurance company denies covering cost of life-saving medicine for metro woman

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City denied covering the cost of a metro woman's medicine that could save her life

Show-Me MAGA Tax Cuts

Flat tax proposals aim to put Missouri on path to eliminate income tax * Missouri Independent

Six Republicans in the Missouri Senate want to start the debate over whether to eliminate the state income tax with a move to a 4% flat tax.

Rock Chalk On Track

Kansas officials say extension of Heartland Flyer could cost up to $573 million in infrastructure work - Trains

TOPEKA, Kan. - It could cost as much as $573 million for infrastructure work to accommodate an extension of Heartland Flyer service to connect with the Southwest Chief in Newton, Kan., Kansas Department of Transportation officials said today (Dec. 11).

Legal Weed Biz Spikes

Who is attempting to claim stakes by proxy in Missouri's cannabis microbusinesses?

The ability to obtain a cannabis microbusiness license in Missouri is in an extensive process that may be putting locals at risk.

Kansas City Sports Tune Up

Sports Radio 810 WHB announces plans to simulcast programming on 103.7FM

Kansas City-area owned Union Broadcasting announced Wednesday that it will simulcast Sports Radio 810 WHB AM programming on 103.7 FM starting at 6 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 12.

Real Estate Life Lesson

Why Park University wants 80 acres of Kansas City to transfer to Parkville

The university says the move would improve efficiency, streamline operations and allow for future development. But Kansas City's approval is uncertain.

Play Schedule Poops Paddy

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes on having to play 3 times in an 11-day span: 'It's not a good feeling'

"You never want to play this amount of games in this short of time. It's not great for your body," said Mahomes.

Hollywood Star Garners More Mansion Attention

Sydney Sweeney shows off bikini body at $13 million Florida Keys abode

Sydney Sweeney showcased her incredible figure as she enjoyed a day under the sun at her $13 million waterfront mansion in the Florida Keys on Wednesday.

Senator Lurch Slams Lawfare

Fetterman slams legal cases against Trump, Hunter Biden in first Truth Social post: 'Cases were both bulls-'

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., made a serious social media splash on Tuesday, becoming the first Democratic U.S. senator to post on President-elect Donald Trump's platform, "Truth Social."...

Prez Protects Work

White House warns Trump of consequences of undoing key parts of Biden's legacy

A White House memo first obtained by NBC News argues GOP plans to repeal Biden's laws would amount to a "historic redistribution of wealth ... to Big Pharma and China."

Payout Protection Underway

Schumer says Senate will vote on Social Security changes

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said Wednesday that he's "doing everything" he can to try to pass legislation that would enact some Social Security before Congress ushers in a new cla...

G-Man Gets Going

FBI Director Wray says he intends to resign at end of Biden's term in January

FBI Director Christopher Wray says he plans to resign at the end of President Joe Biden's term in January.

Vlad Warpath Moves Forward

Ukraine loses ground near Pokrovsk, Russian force within 3 km of strategic hub

Russian troops destroyed or captured several Ukrainian positions near the eastern city of Pokrovsk, Kyiv's military said on Wednesday, as Moscow bears down on the strategic logistics hub that is home to a unique Ukrainian coking mine.

Fighter For Holy Land Attacked

Floyd Mayweather addresses 'rumors' he was punched in attack by angry mob in London over Israel support

Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather denied being physically assaulted during a confrontation with an angry mob in London this week that reportedly was instigated by his support of Israel.

Far East Tech Threatens

Senators say US must boost security after Chinese Salt Typhoon telecom hacking

Senators said Wednesday at a hearing the United States must do more to address hacking threats after on Chinese's alleged efforts known as Salt Typhoon to infiltrate American telecommunications companies and steal data about U.S. calls.

Return Policy Drives Road Rage

Buyer's Remorse: Man Crashes Subaru Into Showroom After Dealer Refused to Take It Back

Hours after buying a used car from a Utah Mazda dealer, the owner drove it through the showroom when he couldn't get a refund.

MSM Keeps Secret Screed

Legacy Media Refused To Publish UnitedHealthcare CEO Murderer's Manifesto: REPORT

Legacy media outlets like CNN, NBC, The Washington Post and The New York Times reportedly refused to publish the full copy of Luigi Mangione's manifesto.

TV Drama Earns Last Laugh

Ted Danson thought 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' absolutely 'sucked': 'I felt sorry' for Larry David

Ted Danson admitted to J.B. Smoove that he thought "Curb Your Enthusiasm" "absolutely sucked" when he watched the first episode.

Fear December Shrinkage

'Winter penis' could reduce sex organ size by up to 50%, doctor warns

Don't let the cold weather keep you from heating up in the bedroom.. A doctor is warning to watch out for "winter penis," a seasonal condition that may hinder a man's ability to perform sexually.

Urban Kansas City Artsy Debut

Northeast Arts KC Open Studio Tour Exhibits Variety of Artists - Northeast News

Julia Williams Editor-in-Chief Northeast Arts KC - a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting cultural events and artists around Northeast Kansas City - hosted its third annual open studio tour Dec. 7 and 8. Nine locations across the Northeast made way for over 21 local artists who presented their work throughout the weekend.

Meet New Local Doc

Children's Mercy Kansas City Names Dr. Alejandro Quiroga New President and CEO

After a comprehensive nation-wide search, Children's Mercy Kansas City announced today the appointment of Alejandro Quiroga (pronunciation A-lee Kee-r

Super Bowl Ballers Still On Mend

Chiefs provide injury updates on D.J. Humphries, Harrison Butker and Hollywood Brown

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid provides injury updates on D.J. Humphries, Harrison Butker and Hollywood Brown.

Serving Up Sustainability

Green Dirt on Oak serves up the shortest path from farm-to-table

Green Dirt on Oak combines their award-winning sheep cheese with sustainable styles brought to the city life.

Soggy Cold Coming Soon . . .

Kansas City weather: Chance of rain on Friday

Highs will vary from the 30s in the Kansas City metro area

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