Kansas City Wingspan: Local News Moves & MAGA English Only

Right now we're inspired by angel Candice to take another peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Cowtown Critics Talk Fading Hollywood Star Power

Movie experts in Kansas City share their Oscar picks and what you should stream at home

Whether you're looking for an Oscar-worthy film or a good series to stream at home, Up To Date's film critics dish on what's worth your time. Find out what Academy nominations they think deserve more attention and what streaming series has them hooked.

More Deets On Shutdown

Heads up KCK drivers: The 18th Street bridge is closing for 2 years for major repairs

US 69 bridge over the Kansas River in Wyandotte County will close for construction, major repairs in early March. It will reopen in 2027.

Show-Me Workforce . . . 

How many federal employees are there in Missouri?

As President Donald Trump's administration intensifies efforts to shrink the size of the federal workforce, thousands of federal employees across the country have been laid off or offered buyouts, posing a growing challenge for Missouri.

Rock Chalk Payback?!?

Kansas looks at adding earnings tax to cut property tax burden

The Senate Committee on Assessment and Taxation held a hearing for an earnings tax.

Local Coffee Talk

Kansas City's newest coffee shop cluster is percolating on Troost Avenue. Will customers follow?

Several new coffee shops are building out spaces in a block that already includes Blackhole Bakery, High Hopes Ice Cream and The Littlest Bake Shop. "Hopefully, the more the merrier," one owner says.

Angel Shares Fashion Blessing

Candice Swanepoel Flaunts Phenomenal Body In Tiny String Bikini

Candice Swanepoel dazzles in a black string bikini while promoting a new eco-conscious bralette from her swimwear line, Tropic of C!

MAGA Decree Speak Clearly

Trump signs executive order making English the official language of the U.S.

In the nearly 250-year history of the United States, English had never been designated as the nation's official language.

Meet New Political Star . . . 

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith turns up political talk, triggering 2028 speculation

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith is taking on a new role in Democratic politics as the party searches for its identity after its loss to President Trump in November. Smith expressed intere...

Private Tech To Moon

US firm Firefly's Blue Ghost moon lander locks in for lunar touchdown

The four-legged Blue Ghost is carrying 10 scientific payloads and will touchdown on the northeast corner of the moon's Earth-facing side.

Outcry Over War In Europe

Pro-Ukraine protests across US after Trump-Zelensky clash

Hundreds of people gathered in US cities to express their support for Ukraine after the Oval Office row.

Holy Land Deals With Conflict

Israel blocks humanitarian aid into Gaza after Hamas rejects ceasefire extension proposal

Israeli officials stopping the entry of all goods and supplies into the Gaza Strip and warned Hamas it would face "additional consequences" if it does not accept a new proposal for an extended ceasefire.

El Papa Still Recovering

Pope Francis had peaceful night in hospital, is resting, Vatican says

Pope Francis, in hospital fighting double pneumonia, had a peaceful night and is resting, the Vatican said on Sunday.

Home Team Stays Losing

Royals continue spring spiral, lose to Cubs 11-1

Ragans got hit around and the offense continued its recent silence

Grigs Gives Forecast

Warming up Sunday through Tuesday

Scatterd showers and thunderstorms on the way

80s hair band Slaughter - Fly To The Angels is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.