News & Issues
Kansas Lawmakers Unveil Bill to Incentivize Private Education with Public Funds
A new Kansas education bill would funnel money into unregulated, unaccredited private schools, with lawmakers saying the legislation would protect parental authority.
Redevelopment Site Near Potential Ballpark Listed in East Crossroads
By Kevin Collison A strategic property is for sale in the East Crossroads, a one-acre site at 18th and Holmes that would be well-located should the Royals get their wish to build their ballpark downtown. The former Kansas City Tent & Awning properties at 1813-31 Holmes have been listed by Cushman & Wakefield for an…
Passing the Baton | Alvin Brooks on Connecting the Black Community With Police
Alvin Brooks shares the story behind the creation of the AdHoc Group Against Crime, part of the “Passing the Baton” series.
Nick’s Picks | It’s Super Bowl Week (Again) in Kansas City
The Kansas City Chiefs are playing in the Super Bowl for the third time in five years. The big game will dominate local news this week.
Big Apartment Project Being Considered at 14th and Wyandotte
By Kevin Collison A 300-unit apartment project is being pursued for an empty corner at 14th and Wyandotte across from the new Blue Cross building, according to a preliminary development plan filed with the city this week. The early submission, which doesn’t list a developer, calls for a “mixed-use development with on-site parking and ground…