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Jackson County Freezes Property Taxes for Seniors After Controversial Assessments

Under the legislation, Jackson County seniors whose homes are valued less than $550,000 can start applying for relief next year.

by Multiple Reporters

News & Issues

Who Regulates the Food We Eat?

Producers and Politicians Scrap Over Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall’s EATS Act

by Cami Koons

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Here’s What to Know About New Federal Policies for Repaying Student Loans

Set to Begin Next Month

by Ariana Figueroa, Missouri Independent

News & Issues

Smithville Nonprofit Seeks to Become ‘Epicenter of the School-Choice Movement’

Before his death, Stanley Herzog’s largesse bankrolled a generation of GOP candidates. His company still pours money into politics, but his fortune is now focused on expanding ‘Christ-centered K-12 education.’

by Annelise Hanshaw, Missouri Independent

News & Issues

Positive Polling Doesn’t Guarantee Victory for Abortion Rights

Missouri May Vote on Constitutional Amendment in 2024

by Scott S. Greenberger, Missouri Independent

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Endorsements Shift Kansas City’s Political Landscape

Even as the old guard of Kansas City politics made endorsements, newer groups like KC Tenants Power and Northland Strong shaped the 2023 City Council election.

by Multiple Reporters

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Kansas City Election Results: Here’s Your New City Council

All 12 seats on the City Council were up for grabs in Tuesday's election. Current Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas easily won re-election.

by Celisa Calacal, KCUR 89.3

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Things to Watch During June 20 Election in Kansas City

The past four years in Kansas City have seen the rise of new political players, a worsening affordable housing crisis and escalating tensions with the state-controlled police department.

by Josh Merchant, The Beacon

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

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‘Transas City’: KC Offers Sanctuary Amid Anti-Trans Push

Transgender and Queer Community Persists Despite Political Attacks

by Multiple Reporters

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