Homelessness

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.

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Myranda Agnew and Kevin Hawkins at the Community of Hope in Leavenworth

The Hidden Homeless of Rural America

By Cami Koons | October 19, 2021

Unhoused people in rural areas of Kansas and Missouri often go unseen and unhelped.

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After five years of homelessness, former Marine Emiloe Caldwell has gotten a fresh start at the Veterans Community Project.

curiousKC | Tiny Homes Offer Path Out of Homelessness

By Catherine Hoffman | October 18, 2021

The Veterans Community Project offers tiny homes and supportive services for veterans seeking a path out of homelessness.

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Harvey Nash speaks at a KC Tenants press conference on the group's eight demands to improve Kansas City's rental assistance program.

‘They Need to Make Changes Now’: Local Housing Advocates Demand Improvements to KC’s Rental Assistance Program

By Celisa Calacal, KCUR 89.3 | October 5, 2021

KC Tenants recently released eight demands to strengthen Kansas City’s Emergency Rental and Utilities Assistance Program and get money out faster to people in danger of losing their homes.

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During October, curiousKC focuses on housing and homelessness. (Flatland)

curiousKC | Be Part of How We Report on Housing and Homelessness

By Vicky Diaz-Camacho | October 4, 2021

During October, curiousKC is your platform to send all questions you have about housing and homelessness.

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