Kansas City Overview: Allergies, Signal Jam & Progressive NextGen

Skies seem to be clearing up for the morning and so we take a moment to catch up by way of pop culture, community reporting and top headlines that we want to share with night owls, early birds and our beloved shift workers.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Season Of Sneezing Arrives

Allergies flaring up for many in the metro

Many in Kansas City may be waking up with headaches, sinus pressure and itchy eyes recently. The culprit? Tree pollen. A local allergist says there are a few things you can do to help:

Golden Ghetto Gets More Expensive

Some Johnson County property owners face surprise tax bill with payments due June 3

Johnson County is asking about 250 property owners to pay a tax supporting the Blue Valley School District it mistakenly didn't collect in 2023 and 2024.

For Faithful Midtowners

This progressive Catholic school helped shape generations of young KC women

Loretto Academy, once a progressive school for young women in Kansas City, lives on as an event space and historic landmark. Uncover its story!

Cowtown Costs Build Up

Kansas City roofers see some supplies jump 25% due to tariffs

While some homeowners might not be surprised by the damage that comes with the severe weather season, they could be shocked by the price of repairs.

More Benefits For Baller

Patrick Mahomes signs autographed card deal with Panini

Chiefs QB's autographs will appear in Panini's products for 2025 season

Celeb Hotness Contemplated

Courtney Stodden mistaken for Big Bang Theory star

Stodden was posing in a bright pink string bikini that had a slightly mismatched color. She was taking a mirror selfie. The budding movie star wore no makeup as she had her blonde hair down.

MAGA Trade War Redux

Trump starts the clock for new tariffs to take effect | CNN Business

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he could re-impose "reciprocal" tariffs on some countries in as soon as two or three weeks, a potentially significant re-escalation of the global trade war that has already raised fears of a US and global recession.

Meet Progressive NextGen

Young and pushing for change, David Hogg disrupts the Democratic Party

A number of party leaders are frustrated that Hogg, who has a leadership position in the party, is pushing primaries against some incumbents in deep-blue seats.

MAGA Weakest Link Confronts Worsening Security Crisis

Fears grow that Signal leaks make Pete Hegseth top espionage target

Experts say Pentagon chief has endangered secrets of US defense department and given assistance to foreign spies

Vlad Attacks Again

Kyiv hit by deadly Russian missile and drone attack - mayor

Two people are killed and 54 injured in overnight Russian strikes on Ukraine's capital, Vitaliy Klitschko says.

Irish Rap Confronts La Migra

Kneecap responds to Coachella backlash after pro-Palestine messages

Kneecap has defended themselves after facing a huge amount of backlash because of their pro-Palestine messages at Coachella music festival.

TKC Trade War Inside Joke

Tariffs are coming for your sex toys

The majority of sex toys are made in China, which means their prices will likely skyrocket.

Savor Local Foodie Resilience

The Prospect KC's 3rd Annual Gumbo Fest returns this weekend

Members of BoysGrow serve gumbo at The Prospect KC Gumbo Fest in 2023 // Photo by Joe Ellett This year's Gumbo Fest is all about the gumbo ideology as a symbol of adaptation through struggle and resistance. Sink your teeth into this living history on Saturday, April 26, in the heart of midtown.

Soggy Springtime Cont'd

Kansas City weather: Storms possible Wednesday night, more rounds into weekend

Scattered storms are expected in Kansas City Wednesday evening with additional rain chances through the weekend.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.