Jodi Fortino, KCUR 89.3

Jodi Fortino is a reporter for KCUR 89.3, a member of the KC Media Collective.

Stories by Jodi Fortino, KCUR 89.3

This house on the Westside saw its property tax assessment skyrocket in recent years, making it difficult for the owner to pay.

Jackson County Freezes Property Taxes for Seniors After Controversial Assessments

By Celisa Calacal, KCUR 89.3, Jodi Fortino, KCUR 89.3 | September 18, 2023

Thousands of senior citizens in Jackson County will soon be eligible for a property tax break, following this year’s most recent assessments.

Dozens marched down Broadway for Kansas City's first trans pride march in June 2019.

Kansas City Considers Becoming a Transgender ‘Safe Haven’ in Defiance of Missouri Laws

By Jodi Fortino, KCUR 89.3 | April 25, 2023

The LGBTQ Commission has asked Kansas City to become a sanctuary city for the transgender community. Missouri is about to restrict gender-affirming care.

Kenneth Jenkins stands on his front porch along Montgall Avenue where he's been battling neighbors and city code enforcers.

For Kansas City’s Low-Income Residents, Code Enforcement Can Put Homeownership Out of Reach

By Jodi Fortino, KCUR 89.3 | October 20, 2021

First-time homeowner Kenneth Jenkins said he is questioning his decision to buy a house because of Kansas City's strict code enforcement.