Kansas City Word Is Bond: Holiday Merch, MAGA Time & WWIII Threat

Forgive our dated 90s-slang post headline . . . We tend to delve into nostalgia during the weekends.

Still . . .

Before we reflect and then casually dismiss the past . . . We share a brief overview of our reading on current events by way of pop culture, community reporting and top headlines. 

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Dredging Up Local Junk

KC Water explains Brush Creek drainage, future plans to clean up

Brush Creek or "Flush Creek?" No matter what you call it, the creek is iconic as it runs through the heart of Kansas City, Missouri.

Hateration Alleged In The Dotte

Students at KCK high school walk out in protest of teacher accused of using racial slurs

Several students walked out of their classes on Friday afternoon after they accused a teacher of using racial slurs at Black and Hispanic students.

Locals Need Every Last Bit Of COVID Cash . . . 

Rebuilding Levasy: ARPA fund debacle poses drastic impact on rural Jackson County

Nestled along Highway 24 in northeastern Jackson County sits Levasy, Missouri, population 77.

Touring The Golden Ghetto

Take our (free) Johnson County holiday lights driving tour

With just two more weekends before Christmas, you still have a chance to get out and see Johnson County in all its lit-up holiday glory.

Local Merch For Dad Offered

Your guide to KC's best sports-inspired gifts (and how to get 'em before the holidays)

Check out these can't miss gift options featuring Kansas City sports favorites and more - all of which can still be found on store shelves across the metro, even after online shopping delivery deadlines have passed.

Hollywood Starlet Admire Old-School

Elle Fanning reveals her secret celebrity crush

Elle Fanning has revealed her secret celebrity crush. Turns out her boyfriend, Rolling Stone CEO Gus Wenner, has given her a hall pass to bed the actor who is 55.

Prez Pardons Spark More Outcry

Victims 'shocked' after Biden grants clemency to 'kids-for-cash' judge and $54 million embezzler | CNN Politics

Victims of major public corruption cases in Pennsylvania and Illinois are angry that President Joe Biden granted clemency this week to the two convicted officials.

MAGA Against Clock Shift

Trump says he will seek to eliminate daylight saving time

President-elect Donald Trump on Friday said he and Republicans would seek to permanently eliminate daylight saving time when he takes office.

Former Speaker Stumbles

Nancy Pelosi hospitalized after injury on overseas trip

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is in the hospital after sustaining an injury on an overseas trip in Luxembourg, her office said Friday.

GOP Disputes Anti-Vaxx Honcho

McConnell blasts 'effort to undermine' polio vaccine linked to RFK Jr.

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Friday blasted "specious disinformation that threatens the advance of lifesaving medical progress" after The New York Times reported that a lawyer linked to Robert F. Kennedy has petitioned the government to revoke its approval of the polio vaccine. McConnell, a polio survivor, warned that "efforts to undermine public...

MAGA Targets Flying Tech

Donald Trump Calls for Mysterious Drones to Be Shot Down

Donald Trump is weighing in on the growing controversy over mystery drones flying across America ... and the president-elect says he wants to shoot the damn things out of the sky if the government doesn't start giving straight answers!

Medical Drama Hot Mess Starts

Texas sues New York doctor for sending abortion pills under shield law

The doctor is the founder of the Abortion Coalition for Telemedicine.

Eastern Europe Switcheroo?!?

Ukraine is trying to convince North Korean soldiers to surrender rather than fight alongside Russia

Ukraine has been distributing leaflets via drones and projectiles and making videos urging North Korean troops to desert their Russian allies.

Iran From WWIII Preview

Amid fears Iran may develop nukes, Israel draws plans to strike nuclear facilities: Report

Amid fears that Iran may resort to developing a nuclear weapon to rebuild deterrence in the region, the Israeli military is continuing its readiness and preparations for potential attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, according to a report

Far East Coup Clap Back Deuce

South Korean President Yoon faces second impeachment vote over his martial law order

South Korean lawmakers are set to vote on an opposition-led impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk Yeol.

Bedroom Deception Explored

3 Reasons Why People 'Fake Orgasms' In The Bedroom-By A Psychologist

Psychological research uncovers three reasons why people choose to fake orgasms during sex-some of which are kind, and some of which aren't.

Gaming Super Bowl Ballers

Madden Simulation: Chiefs in the 'Dawg Pound'

What happens when the Kansas City Chiefs visit the Cleveland Browns in the EA Universe?

Home Team For Holidays

The Twelve Days of Royalsmas

Spoiler: there will be no gifting of birds.

Celebrating Sentimental Journey To Landfill

'Humor and magic': How a Hallmark ornament designer creates elaborate holiday keepsakes

The company produces around 450 new ornament designs every year, many of which include special features like lights, sound and movement.

Hipsters Warm Our Hearts

Coats & Kindness Warm-Up Drive at Merry Market

Coats & Kindness Warm-Up Drive at Merry Market in The City Market on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is FREE and all ages.

Local Driz Forecast For Now . . .

Kansas City weather: Periods of rain likely Friday night into Saturday

The most likely window for rain is 6 p.m. Friday to 10 a.m. Saturday, but you may want to keep your umbrella handy for your Saturday plans.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.