News & Issues
Details of Massive KC Solar Project Begin to Emerge
Evergy in the Mix
by Martin Rosenberg
May 30, 2023
News & Issues
Kansas City Election Guide: What Voters Should Know About the June 2023 Ballot
Kansas City is headed back to the polls on June 20. The new City Council needs to address an urgent need for more affordable housing, recent spikes in violent crime, economic development and neighborhood livability issues like trash services, infrastructure and short-term rentals.
by Lynn Horsley, KCUR 89.3
May 22, 2023
News & Issues
‘Transas City’: KC Offers Sanctuary Amid Anti-Trans Push
Transgender and Queer Community Persists Despite Political Attacks
by Multiple Reporters
May 18, 2023
Arts & Culture
Spend a Day at the NFL Draft
You Are There (In Pictures)
by Brad Austin
April 28, 2023
News & Issues
Kansas City Considers Becoming a Transgender ‘Safe Haven’ in Defiance of Missouri Laws
The LGBTQ Commission has asked Kansas City to become a sanctuary city for the transgender community. Later this week, Missouri is restricting gender-affirming care for minors and adults.
by Jodi Fortino, KCUR 89.3
April 25, 2023
News & Issues
New Taxes on Recreational Marijuana, Airbnbs Win Voter Approval Across Kansas City
Customers purchasing recreational marijuana in Kansas City and neighboring municipalities will pay a 3% local tax on those retail sales, on top of the 6% state tax, following Tuesday’s election. New taxes and fees on short-term rentals also received Kansas City voter approval.
by Lynn Horsley, KCUR 89.3
April 5, 2023
News & Issues
Local Voters Ponder New Taxes on Marijuana Sales
Balancing Costs and Benefits
by Multiple Reporters
March 30, 2023
News & Issues
Parking Prevails Over More Affordable Housing at City Market
City Harvest Plan Set for Final Approval
by Kevin Collison
March 23, 2023