Kansas City Collection: Winter Warning & ISIS On Bourbon Street

Once again we're gonna share our reading with our fellow news junkies and late night denizens as we check pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Local Infernos Abound

Vacant building fires create concern for residents, difficult response for Kansas City fire crews

"I think there needs to be something done about it but I think it is normally just the homeless people trying to find warmth and shelter,"

About The Burbs

What are the 'hidden gems' of Kansas City's suburbs? We want your recommendations

Even if you've lived in Kansas City for ages, the metro area continues to surprise with places for eating, exploring and spending the day - some of which deserve a lot more recognition. What are the best-kept secrets worth a trip outside the city?

Rock Chalk Kitty Rescue

Evergy employee saves cat stuck on top of pole in Pittsburg, Kansas

Thanks to an Evergy employee's resourceful rescue plan, an adventurous cat got to save one of its nine lives.

Show-Me More Cash!!!

Missouri's higher minimum wage starts despite legal challenges

Now, qualified employees will make $13.75 an hour, but this new wage is facing a legal challenge from some business groups.

Middle-Class Good Life Exposed

Kansas City Home Trends 2025 - IN Kansas City Magazine

In 2025, home is the place where we live well and feel good-our haven. When your home is your haven, there's a big exhale when you walk through the door. Your home nourishes your spirit, inspires your mind, and enhances your connection to yourself and your loved ones.

Real Life Interrupts Football

NFL, New Orleans officials say Super Bowl LIX will be safe for fans after deadly attack

The Chiefs are hoping to return to the Super Bowl, which will be held in New Orleans, the site of an attack that killed 10 people on New Year's Day.

Terror Conspiracy Starts 2025?!?

Driver in fatal New Orleans truck ramming may not have acted alone, had ISIS flag

A U.S. Army veteran with an ISIS flag on his truck swerved around makeshift barriers and plowed into New Orleans' crowded French Quarter on New Year's Day, killing at least 10 people, and police were searching for others who may have been involved in placing explosive devices in the area.

Deadly Aftermath Roundup

At least 105 killed after driver plows into crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans: Live updates | CNN

Officials have identified a Texas man, an Army veteran, as the suspect who drove into New Year's revelers in New Orleans. The FBI is investigating it as an "act of terrorism." Follow for live news updates.

Suspect ID Hits MSM

What we know about Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the suspect in the New Orleans attack

The suspect in a deadly attack in New Orleans has been identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S.-born citizen from Texas, according to the FBI.

MAGA Rallies Into Office

Trump to hold DC rally day before inauguration

President-elect Trump will hold a rally in Washington the day before he is set to be inaugurated for a second term. The president-elect will hold what is being dubbed a "victory rally" at Capital One Arena on Jan. 19, according to an announcement from his inauguration committee sent out Wednesday.

Eastern Europe Ceasefire?!?

How the Ukraine War could come to an end in 2025

Ahead of Trump's second term, talk is turning towards how the conflict might finish - and what it would take from each side

More Deets On Holy Land Fight

Israel launches strikes on Gaza at turn of year

At least 13 people died in strikes across the Gaza Strip in the early hours of 2025, local health and civil defense officials said.

Tech Revival

Are we really starting 2025 with G-Man himself teasing Half-Life 3?

He did the exact same style of post prior to the announcement of Half-Life: Alyx.

Fashioning Interest

Veronika Rajek Welcomes 2025 Without Visible Underwear

Veronika Rajek is stunning in her teeny crop top as she shows off her low-slung jeans to welcome the year 2025.

Every Celeb Faces End Game

'Catwoman' socialite Jocelyn Wildenstein known for plastic surgery dies aged 84

ECCENTRIC billionaire Jocelyn Wildenstein has died at the age of 84, her partner has announced. The socialite was famed for her extreme cosmetic surgeries, which earned her the nickname "Catw...

Practicing College Town Moderation

Mocktails, not cocktails, in spotlight during Dry January in Lawrence businesses

Burger Stand's manager says in January, when KU students are out of town and people are committing to the Dry January challenge, mocktails actually help boost sales.

Fear Frigid Forecast . . . 

Kansas City weather: Impact Day added this weekend

The first week of the new year promises wintry changes that you need to be aware of.

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