KC Media Collective
The KC Media Collective is designed to strengthen the local news ecosystem by opening lines of communication among six organizations located in the Kansas City region.
Missouri’s ‘Stand Your Ground’ Law Could Play a Role After the Shooting of 16-year-old Ralph Yarl
The shooting of Ralph Yarl, a Black teenager, by an 85-year-old white man highlights Missouri’s recent adoption of “Stand Your Ground” gun laws.
‘Canceled, Censored, Banned’ Sparks Questions About Government, Books and Public Libraries
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s proposed rule addressing material at public libraries has sparked questions about book restrictions. Here are answers.
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.
One Month Into the New Airport Terminal, KC Has Questions
The initial reviews for the new terminal at Kansas City International Airport have been generally positive. But some questions have emerged. Here are answers.
Latino Community Rallies for Representation at City Hall
Kansas City’s Latino community hasn’t been represented on the City Council since the 1990s. That could change this year.
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.
Kansas City Election Guide: What Voters Should Know About the April 2023 Ballot
Kansas City voters are narrowing the field for mayor and city council seats in redrawn council districts. Plus, residents will decide whether to approve taxes on recreational marijuana and Airbnbs.
What’s at Stake in Kansas City Elections? How the City Prioritizes Housing and Development
The upcoming Kansas City election will add several new members to the Kansas City Council and affect the direction of the city and Mayor Quinton Lucas’ agenda.
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.
KC Journalists Discuss How to Tell More Inclusive Stories
On the National Day of Racial Healing, the Health forward Foundation invited Kansas City journalists to speak on how they can do more inclusive, healing work in their communities.