Kansas City News Stroll: Local Risks & Fashion Statements

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Kansas City Crash Tragedy

At least 1 fatality confirmed after car plunges into Truman Lake following crash

At least one person has died after a crash on the Mile Long Bridge over Truman Lake sent a car into the water below.

Local Rule Of Law

If Kansas City wants to end predatory towing, it should enforce rules already in place | Opinion

While Kansas City plans tougher penalties for predatory towing, the city must urge enforcement of existing laws to stop illegal tows and protect vehicle owners.

More Deets After Disrespect

Hearing set after woman says KC funeral home never returned father's ashes

FOX4 has uncovered disciplinary records naming Savory and Sons Funeral Home and more complaints made against the mortuary.

Meet New Golden Ghetto Neighbors

Shawnee commission OKs almost 27-acre multifamily development

The Shawnee Planning Commission gave the green light to a massive multifamily residential development near Maranatha Christian Academy in Shawnee.

Toast To Drinking Options

What To Expect From Kohinoor, A Latin-Inspired Cocktail Lounge Opening In KC

Jasmine Rios is bringing her Mexican heritage to Kohinoor, her cocktail bar and lounge set to open in about a month.

Celeb Fashion Statement

Sydney Sweeney and Emily Ratajkowski Are an Angelic Duo in Matching White Dresses for NYC Launch

The two bombshell beauties attend a New York City pop-up for their latest brand partnership with Kerastase.

World Watches El Papa Send Off

Pope Francis' funeral live updates: Hundreds of thousands of mourners to watch Vatican procession

The funeral of Pope Francis is taking place in Vatican City. Hundreds of thousands of Catholic mourners, as well as Presidents Trump and Biden, are there.

MAGA Second Guesses Vlad

Trump blasts Putin, questioning if Russian leader wants peace or is just 'tapping me along'

President Donald Trump has expressed doubts that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to end its war with Ukraine which has raged for more than three years.

Even More Voters Feel The Bern

Sen. Bernie Sanders on 'fighting oligarchy' and rebuilding the Democratic Party

Sen. Bernie Sanders has been touring the country on his Fight Oligarchy Tour with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

La Migra Targets Toddler?!?

2-year-old U.S. citizen apparently deported 'with no meaningful process,' judge says

The child's mother was being deported and wanted to take the girl, U.S. lawyers said. When the judge asked to speak to her, they were already in the air.

Political Reality: MAGA Rivalry Sparks Backstabbing

Vicious interpersonal conflicts among Hegseth staff cloud leak investigation

Senior officials unsure who to believe after aides fired and chief of staff quits amid look into Panama canal media leak

Holy Land Peace Talk Cont'd

Hamas open to long Gaza truce but not to disarming, an official says

Hamas is open to a years-long truce with Israel in Gaza but is not willing to lay down its arms, an official said on Saturday, as leaders of the Palestinian Islamist militant group met mediators in Cairo for ceasefire talks.

Iran From Blast

More than 500 injured in huge explosion at Iranian oil port | CNN

A huge explosion has occurred in the port city of Bandar Abbas in southwestern Iran, injuring 516 people, a spokesperson for the country's emergency services has said.

Another Real Estate Fight

Indian military says Pakistani troops fired at positions along the border in disputed Kashmir

India's military says Pakistani soldiers shot at Indian posts along the highly militarized frontier in disputed Kashmir for a second consecutive night. The cross-border fire followed a gun attack on tourists in Kashmir that India blames Pakistan for.

MAGA Suits Up

The Vatican asked Pope Francis funeral attendees to wear all black. Trump wore a blue suit

Former President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also deviated from the norm.

Diving Into Research

What's Really Happening During 'Squirting'? A Deep Dive into the Science

A mysterious and often debated aspect of human sexuality colloquially known as "squirting" sparks controversy. This episode explores what research reveals.

Buzz On New Local Friend

Abused dog, Coffee Bean, waits for adoption at Great Plains SPCA

Coffee Bean is a one-year-old pup who uses a customized wheelchair and wears a diaper. When he was just four months old, he had already endured a lifetime of pain.

Baller Leverages Connections

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes' half brother could join an NFL team on Saturday

Patrick Mahomes' half brother, Graham Walker, could join an NFL team as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL Draft. Learn about his Pro Day highlights.

Golden Ghetto Gives A Hoot

Overland Park animal control officers help young owl that left its nest

Animal control officers in Overland Park, Kansas, helped a young owl that likely fell out of its nest.

Still Serving Community

Troost Avenue has some of Kansas City's best restaurants and coffee shops. Let's take a dining tour

Troost Avenue is one of Kansas City's major thoroughfares, running north from Columbus Park down to Bannister Road. You'll find plenty of options for coffee and ice cream, Jamaican and Caribbean fare, Mexican cuisine and bakeries.

Weather Fear This Week . . . 

Overnight showers tonight, strong storms Monday

Showers and a few storms move into the KC area overnight tonight through Sunday morning. But strong/severe storms fire up Monday evening and night, making it an Alert Day.

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