Stories by Josh Merchant, The Beacon

News & Issues

One Month Into the New Airport Terminal, KC Has Questions

How early should you arrive? What’s the quickest way to pick up a traveler? Will KC get light rail to the airport? Here are answers.

by Multiple Reporters

March 29, 2023

News & Issues

Inside the Legal Standoff Over Kansas City Police Funding

Kansas City’s police board is trying to use the courts to increase police funding. Advocates are worried it could bankrupt the city.

by Josh Merchant, The Beacon

March 15, 2023

News & Issues

Why is KC’s Transit Agency Involved in Housing?

There’s a lot of money behind transit-oriented development, including billions of dollars in federal grants. But some local leaders are concerned about RideKC’s use of tax incentives.

by Josh Merchant, The Beacon

January 23, 2023

News & Issues

To Attract More Developers, Kansas City Changes its Affordable Housing Ordinance — Again

According to KC’s new affordable housing ordinance, the median income for a four-person household is nearly six figures. Advocates say this is a problem.

by Multiple Reporters

August 30, 2022

News & Issues

KC Public Schools Frustrated by KCATA Silence on Tax Incentives

Transit Agency's Development Arm Focusing in Projects West of Troost

by Multiple Reporters

August 17, 2022