Kansas City Double Back: Cleanup, Strike & Fundraising

This morning we're inspired by hottie Siri as the performer & activists rallies for her vocation and inspires us to check pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .


Cowtown Tidy Up Payout

City to receive 4.5 million to clean up Kansas City to spur investment from developers

The Environmental Protection Agency announced that Kansas City is receiving $4.5 million to clean up areas of the city that will hopefully spur investment from developers.


Meth Town Suffers Costly Crime

Independence building declared safety hazard after significant vandalism

The former Jackson County Health building needs to be demolished after vandals significantly damaged it, according to county leaders.


Show-Me Tech Solution

University of Missouri researchers design a filter to remove microplastics from tap water

Researchers at the University of Missouri college of engineering have designed a filter to fit on standard faucets with the goal of removing lead and microplastics.


Lesson In Consequences

November election could shift Kansas State Board of Education to the right

Voters in November will decide five of the 10 seats on the Kansas Board of Education. The results could shift the political and ideological balance on the board, which could affect what Kansas students learn in classrooms.


Perfect Village Romance Across Party Lines

Opposites attract for Prairie Village couple with Harris, Trump signs in their yard

In the 21 years Republican John Anderson and Democrat Maggie McCoy have been together, they cover the yard of their Prairie Village, Kansas, with election signs for both parties.


Performer Helps Industry

Siri Dahl to Host 'Corn Telethon' for Sex Work Activism

Siri Dahl will host and co-produce the first ever "Corn Telethon," a star-studded 12-hour SFW livestream supporting sex workers and combating censorship.


Prez Celebrates Milestone

Biden celebrates Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday: 'I admire you so darn much' | CNN Politics

President Joe Biden offered a 100th birthday greeting to former President Jimmy Carter, celebrating a predecessor he said he admires "so darn much."


Dock Workers Lash Out

Port strike update as Teamsters launch foul-mouthed tirade at Biden admin

Dock workers walked out in the early hours of Tuesday morning after negotiators failed to reach an agreement.


MAGA Raises Desperately Needed Cash

Trump launches GoFundMe to help Hurricane Helene victims, raises more than $1M

A GoFundMe launched by the Trump campaign raised more than $1 million on Monday after he visited areas of Georgia hit by Hurricane Helene.


Deuce Debate Countdown

What to watch for at Tuesday's VP debate between Vance and Walz

Here's what to look out for as JD Vance and Tim Walz square off in a vice presidential debate one month ahead of the Trump-Harris presidential election.


Veep Stats Slipping?!?

Kamala Harris loses advantage in critical battleground state

Kamala Harris has fallen behind Donald Trump in the swing state of Pennsylvania, according to a recent polling average.


Purge For Police ALMOST Explained

Opinion | What Trump's vision of "one rough hour" for police really means

Donald Trump's call for police to have one "rough" and "violent" day echoes ideas from "The Purge" and signals interest in an authoritarian police state.


More Americans Visit Holy Land War Zone

Pentagon sending thousands of more troops to the Middle East as Israel begins ground invasion of Lebanon

The Pentagon announced Monday that the US is sending thousands of more troops to the Middle East as Israel initiates "ground raids" into Lebanon targeting Hezbollah terrorists.


Old-School Fighter Confronts Harsh Time

American Man, 72, Pleads Guilty in Russia to Fighting for Ukraine

He now faces up to 15 years in prison.


Hollywood Has Marriage Advice

Goldie Hawn says 'good sex' is key component in relationship with Kurt Russell

Goldie Hawn is getting candid about the intimate moments in her relationship with Kurt Russell. The actress says "good sex" has been important to the longevity of their relationship.


Things Off Her Chest

I hated my KK boobs so got an £8k reduction, my nipple ROTTED away in botched op

A GLAM nursery worker who haded her "ridiculous" KK boobs has been left in agony after a botched £8,000 operation to reduce them. Paige Harvey, from Eyemouth, Berwickshire, hated the at...


Artsy Schedule Ahead

Four Art Events Not to Miss in October - IN Kansas City Magazine

Sonia De Los Santos Sings A Celebration of Latin America You may recognize salsa music, but can you identify huapango, cumbia, or festejo? Well, now is your chance. On Friday morning, October 25, pack up your little ones for Latin music at the Midwest Trust Center that will put a smile on your face.


Community Shares Cash

One month after shooting, donors raise nearly $200k for family of KC chef Shaun Brady

More than 2,000 donations have rolled in over the last few weeks, according to a GoFundMe page established after chef Shaun Brady's fatal shooting.


Local Nightmare Celebrated

Kansas City woman creates Royals Cabbage Patch Kids after making Chiefs dolls

When I did a story on Teresa Henderson's Chiefs Cabbage Patch Kids dolls, she told me how big of a Kansas City Royals fan she was. Now she has created her Royals.


Burning Sensation Warning

'Avoid outdoor burning': Dry September leads to elevated wildfire concerns in Kansas City

Strong winds, low humidity and a dry September is raising concerns of wildfires igniting and spreading rapidly across the Kansas City area


Crisp Local Forecast

Kansas City weather: Fall air Tuesday, warmer by Thursday

A fast-moving cold front will sweep through on Tuesday, switching the winds to the north and bringing blustery conditions.

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