Kansas City Embrace: Progressive Rebuke & MAGA Street Talk

Once again the angels inspire our glimpse at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Winning Weekend Arrives

Garcia's monster homer electrifies KC's comeback win: 'We needed that'

KANSAS CITY -- When Maikel Garcia was not in the Royals' starting lineup for Opening Day on Thursday, manager Matt Quatraro ushered some reassurance: "Maikel's going to play a ton." The Royals still have plenty of faith in their 25-year-old infielder, even if he does move around the field more


Local Meetups Planned

'Now is the time': Groups hosting town halls to address issues facing Kansas City

Groups like Keeping Communities on Guard and United Organizations Coalition are hosting a series of town hall meetings beginning Saturday to address a long list of issues in Kansas City.


Church Chat Floored

KC man tackled, handcuffed at church after unauthorized but straight-from-Jesus prayer | Opinion

Jimbo Gillcrist was tackled by parishioners at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Overland Park, Kansas. He intended to offer prayer for immigrants but didn't get that far.


Local History Re-imagined

Kansas City hosted hundreds of Nazis and other enemy soldiers during WWII. Here's why

What's Your KCQ? looks back at the prisoner of war camps that were scattered across the KC region during World War II.


Baller Mum To Rescue

Chiefs star's mom hits out at Kansas City fans slamming him

The Super Bowl runners up announced the cornerback's return on Thursday as head coach Andy Reid rebuilds his roster ahead of the 2025 season.


Show-Me Heavenly Ransom

Victoria's Secret shoppers in Missouri could be paid as part of class action lawsuit

Missourians who purchased product from Victoria's Secret online could be paid as part of a class action lawsuit against the lingerie retailer.


Money Talks MAGA Moves

How is Wall Street reacting to a tariff plan that Trump calls 'Liberation Day'?

The president has circled April 2 as the culmination of his "American first" economic policy, which has already shaken markets and started a trade war.


Progressive Populism Rises

Democrats have never been so angry. Who will step up and lead them?

At rallies, town halls and protests, voters are unleashing their fury with Donald Trump, stoking what some believe is a populist backlash


Newsies Ax Comedy Act

Comedian Amber Ruffin pulled from White House Correspondents' Dinner

White House Correspondents Association President Eugene Daniels said that the WHCA board had "unanimously decided we are no longer featuring a comedic performance this year."


Holy Land Heats Up Again

Israeli PM Netanyahu vows to pressure Hamas after ceasefire proposal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged on Sunday to step up pressure on Hamas in Gaza while continuing negotiations to secure the release of hostages and working to implement U.S. President Donald Trump's "voluntary emigration" plan.


War In Europe Cont'd

Ukraine launches attacks in new Russian region as it faces setbacks on home soil | CNN

Ukrainian forces have responded to Russian efforts to expel them from one part of Russian territory by launching a large number of attacks on another border area, using drones, artillery and troops.


El Papa's Last Lesson

Pope's willingness to show his frailty provides an example to young and old alike in aging world

Even during his five weeks in the hospital battling pneumonia that nearly killed him, Pope Francis has never been shy about showing weakness.


Friend Available In KC

FurEver Home Friday: KC Pet Project

KC Pet Project's Abigail Anderson joins Kerrigan and Guest Host Steve Serrano to introduce us to Radley, a sweet pup looking for his fur-ever home!


Spring Chill Sunday

FIRST WARN FORECAST: Thunderstorm chances into tonight, much cooler Sunday

A First Warn is in place as our thunderstorm chances increase late Saturday evening and into the overnight.

Joan Osborne - One Of Us is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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