Kansas City News Feed: Local Foodies & Offended MAGA Cancels Refugee Flights

Right now we celebrate the fashion sense of model, Dj and hottie Xandra as we take a peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines for the midday.

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Winter Chill Consequences

Freezing weather leads to frozen pipes across Kansas City metro

Calls started trickling in on Tuesday, across the metro about faucets and homes without water because of frozen pipes.


Local Rough Life Cont'd

'You're going through hell': KC's unhoused seek relief as they brave freezing temperatures outdoors

Care Beyond the Boulevard has become a warm place for her to go to receive mental health services, clothing, and find a place to stay.


Upscale Honors

These 8 KC area restaurants are up for James Beard Awards: Thai food, cocktails, more

The winners of the James Beard Award will be announced in June. See the nominees for top food awards from the Kansas CIty area & in Kansas.


Marky-Mark Burger Bust

Grocery chain takes Wahlburgers off the menu in KC and beyond - Kansas City Business Journal

Hy-Vee started rolling out locations of the celebrity restaurant chain in 2018, but now is pulling the plug.


Haterz Have Their Say

'Chiefs Fatigue' has set in among NFL fans, leading to anger and conspiracy theories

A hot topic around the NFL has been Chiefs Fatigue. Why it's a thing for football fans who are tired of Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs.


Our Favorite Noob Celeb

'The Next Kate Upton' Xandra Pohl Turns Heads In Bikini Video

Xandra Pohl, dubbed 'The Next Kate Upton,' captivates fans with a mesmerizing bikini video that showcased her beauty and charisma!


Lost In Translation?!?

Trump administration shuts down White House Spanish-language page and social media

Within hours of President Donald Trump's inauguration, his administration took down the Spanish version of the official White House website.


More Deets On Crackdown

Trump puts all US government DEI staff on paid leave 'immediately'

A new executive order signed on Tuesday calls for an end to DEI practices in the federal government.


Air America Grounded?!?

Refugee flights to US canceled after Trump order

The State Department has suspended flights bringing previously approved refugees to the United States, cutting off access to protection in advance of the timeline set by President Trump in a new order pausing the program. An email reviewed Wednesday by The Associated Press, the U.S. agency overseeing refugee processing and arrival told staff and stakeholders...


MAGA Takes Offense

Trump demands apology after bishop asked him to 'have mercy' on LGBTQ+ people and migrants

President Donald Trump is demanding an apology from the Episcopal bishop of Washington after she asked him to have mercy on the LGBTQ+ community and migrants in the United States illegally during a prayer service marking his inauguration.


Political Outcry Cont'd

'A twist of the knife': trans Americans respond to Trump's executive order

Trans communities expected Trump to deliver on his threat to roll back their rights. That didn't make it hurt any less


MTG & Best Show On The Hill

Congress set to face chaos with Marjorie Taylor Greene-led DOGE subcommittee

The panel is stacked on both sides with some of the House's most outspoken and ideological members.


Ceasefire Set To Collapse

At least 10 killed during Israeli raid in West Bank as Jordan warns region could 'explode'

Dozens have also been wounded in the offensive, which Israel says is aimed at protecting Israeli citizens


Dead-Tree Condolences Finally Offered

Murdoch's UK tabloids apologize to Prince Harry and admit intruding on the late Princess Diana

Prince Harry claimed a monumental victory Wednesday as Rupert Murdoch's U.K. tabloids made an unprecedented apology for intruding in his life over decades and agreed to pay substantial damages to settle his privacy invasion lawsuit.


Pop Stars Squash Rumors

Hailey Bieber shares pictures of Justin amid separation rumors | Morning in America

Hailey Bieber shared a photo of her husband, Justin Beiber, sleeping after he claimed someone hacked his Instagram and unfollowed her. NewsNation's Paula Froelich confirms the Beibers are still in a relationship despite rumors of the couple separating. #JustinBieber #HaileyBieber #socialmedia


Doc Defends Sourires

Why I Shouldn't Have Been Canceled For Pandemic Sex Parties

A far-right honeytrap targeted COVID expert Dr. Jay Varma. We will all pay the price for fallacious campaigns to destroy trust, he says.


Downtown Offering Debuts

Popular cafe opening location in Kansas City's Power & Light District

Tropical Smoothie Cafe will open its new location in the spring at 1360 Walnut St in Kansas City's Power and Light district


Dead-Tree Shares History

Car dealers once lined McGee Street in downtown KC. This place was part of that legacy

Find out how a KC carriage store smartly started making windshields, covers and auto bodies near the beginning of the 20th century.


Crunch Time Tribute

Andy Reid named AFC Coach of the Year for annual NFL 101 Awards

The 2024 NFL season is almost over, which means many are taking a look back at the achievements of the last year and recognizing the many players and coaches who have pushed the limits and achieved...


Community Coffee Collab

Black Pantry's new retail-coffee spot is far from copy and paste, owner says; offers fresh taste of Good Karma - Startland News

A new store on Gillham Road fuses retail and coffee culture, creating what Brian Roberts calls an "elevated Black coffee space" that moves beyond the transactional nature of traditional coffee shops. "I like my store concepts to be a representation of me," Roberts told Startland News. The shared space at 3134 Gillham Rd.


Still Freezing In KC . . .

One more burst of cold air before a stretch of warmer weather

One more burst of cold air before a stretch of warmer weather

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