Kansas City Tuesday News Roundup: Trash & Threats

Tonight we share a peek at Victoria's Secret hotties despite a cultural shift which attempts to convince us that insanely hot models are no long desirable. Accordingly and defiantly, we check pop culture, community news and top headlines in order to try and sort it all out.

Here's the www.TonysKansasCity.com new collection . . .

Newsflash: Kansas City Remains A Dump

Illegal dumping of trash plagues KC metro - The Beacon

For residents living near the dumpsites, city action isn’t cutting it. Instead, they’re taking matters into their own hands, banding together to keep their neighborhoods and parks clean.

Marriage Means Coughing Together

KCK couple spends 40th anniversary battling COVID-19 in hospital together

KANSAS CITY, Kan. - A Kansas City, Kansas, couple's wedding anniversary took a turn after they tested positive for COVID-19. The Robersons had plans to be in Denver for their wedding anniversary on Sept. 19. Instead, they spent weeks in the hospital fighting for their lives.

Parents Confront Increasing Snapchat Threats To Youngsters

Smith-Hale Middle School saw added security Tuesday after threat

THERE WAS EXTRA SECURITY TODAY AT SMITH HALE MIDDLE SCHOOL ON OLD SANTA FE ROAD IN SOUTH KANSAS CITY. THE HICKMAN MILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT SENT A LETTER TO PARESNT SAYING A STUDENT POSTED A THREAT ON SNAPCHAT.

Check Out Local Roach Motel

Inspection finds pest control problems at Kansas City senior apartment complex

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A recent inspection by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) found pest control issues at a federally subsidized senior apartment complex FOX4 has been telling you about. Last Monday, FOX4 told you Opportunities Pavilion Senior Center residents said they're living in unsafe conditions with drug use on the property and even prostitution.

Fishy Finale Amid Plague

City Fish & More Restaurant in Kansas City, Kansas, to close after 38 years

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - City Fish and More, a restaurant and sea food located at 2704 State Avenue in Kansas City, Kansas, is closing its doors after 38 years. Owner Pete Badalucco cited a fire that happened at the business that happened on Aug. 1, as one of reasons he decided not reopen.

Angels Suffered Under Corporate Rule

Victoria's Secret model turned to 'bathwater meth' to stay skinny: New podcast

A new podcast about Victoria's Secret promises to lift the lid on the brand's troubling underbelly. "Fallen Angel" investigates the "very sinister ecosystem" of the lingerie giant and its disturbing connection to Jeffrey Epstein, who was the money guru of the company's founder, Les Wexner. "I think ...

Prez Can't Save Planet

Biden's climate agenda at risk as Democrats negotiate budget bill

Democratic lawmakers are scrambling to negotiate alternative climate change proposals for President Joe Biden's massive budget plan, following West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin's strong opposition to the plan's core climate change strategy.

School's Out FOREVER!!!

Biden tells House Democrats tuition-free community college is out of economic package

President Joe Biden informed House progressives Tuesday afternoon that the final bill to expand the social safety net is expected to drop tuition-free community college, a major White House priority, according to multiple sources familiar with the mater.

MAGA Confronts Legal Threat

Jan. 6 panel approves criminal contempt report for ex-Trump strategist Steve Bannon

subscribe to The NPR Politics Podcast podcast The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday evening approved a criminal contempt report against Steve Bannon, an ally of former President Donald Trump's, for defying a subpoena from the panel.

Veep Church Chat Questioned

Kamala Harris video urging churchgoers to vote for McAuliffe may be illegal

In the final weeks before Election Day, more than 300 Black churches across Virginia have agreed to play a video in which Vice President Kamala Harris urges churchgoers to vote for Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe, a move that violates the law, some experts claim.

In Defense Of Family Time

Psaki shuts down Newsmax reporter's attack on Pete Buttigieg's paternity leave

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki shut down a question from a Newsmax reporter about Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's paternity leave. Emerald Robinson of Newsmax asked Ms Psaki that "given the severity of the supply chain crisis, the multiple issues that you outlined, wouldn't it be wise for the secretary to get back on the bicycle so to speak - come back to work?"

No Debate On Money Matters

Psaki slammed for offering no explanation for why Build Back Better will cost nothing: 'Because it won't'

White House press secretary Jen Psaki offered little in the way of explanation for the administration's debunked claim Build Back Better plan will cost " zero dollars," simply telling the press to take her word for it. President Biden's spending package is projected to cost $3.5 trillion.

COVID Mass Murder Allegations South Of Border 

Leaked Covid-19 report calls for mass homicide charges against Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro

A Brazilian congressional panel is set to recommend mass homicide charges against President Jair Bolsonaro over his handling of the coronavirus pandemic, according a leaked government report seen by CNN on Tuesday.

Brits Save The World?!?

Net zero announcement: UK sets out plans to cut greenhouse gas emissions

So what's missing from the strategy? Well, there's no reference to eating less meat - which the government's advisers say is needed. And the aviation strategy - putting no constraint on flying - runs counter to advisers' opinions.

Cruel Fans Bully Former Baller

Alex Rodriguez Trolled With 'J Lo' and 'Affleck' Chants During Playoffs Show

This has gotta sting!! Alex Rodriguez was just trying to talk some baseball during American League Championship Series coverage on Monday ... when Boston fans used it as an opportunity to ruthlessly troll the hell out of him about Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck .

Hip-Hop Singer Skips Cowtown

The Weeknd cancels 'After Hours' tour, including Kansas City show, as he plans bigger stadium tour

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Weeknd has canceled his "After Hours" Tour this winter, including a stop in Kansas City, and is instead planning a bigger tour for this summer. The Weeknd was set to perform at Kansas City's T-Mobile Center on Feb.

Helling Doesn't Have Numbers

Is downtown Kansas City baseball worth it? Good luck finding out the real price tag

Somehow, though, when the chat turns to plans for building new sports stadiums, or rebuilding old ones, numbers turn to mush. Kansas City has talked about downtown baseball for at least 30 years. There are pictures and diagrams and wouldn't-it-be-nice studies on every shelf.

Show-Me Career Opportunites

Missouri creates new path for substitute teachers

FAIRWAY, KS (KCTV) -- Missouri education leaders say the need for substitute teachers has hit a critical level. Tuesday morning, the State Board of Education approved a permanent change in requirements hoping to attract more substitutes. "I know counselors are being pulled," said Paul Katnik, Assistant Commissioner for the Missouri Office of Educator Equality.

Pitch Shares Puppy Love

Creature Feature: Barton and Yoda are the playful and affectionate pets you've been looking for

Barton is the perfect energetic and playful pup. // Courtesy KCPP We teamed up with KC Pet Project to host a weekly "creature feature" on loveable and adoptable pets here in the KC Metro. This week, KCPP is featuring Barton, a 2-year-old mixed breed dog, and Yoda, a 5-year-old domestic shorthair.

Forecast For Now

Sunny and breezy Wednesday

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And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.