News & Issues
Stories from around the Kansas City Metro area on a variety of topics.
Kansas City Considers Becoming a Transgender ‘Safe Haven’ in Defiance of Missouri Laws
The LGBTQ Commission has asked Kansas City to become a sanctuary city for the transgender community. Missouri is about to restrict gender-affirming care.
curiousKC | A Resource Guide for Youth with Developmental Disabilities
Here’s a guide to transition supports and programs for youth with disabilities in the Kansas City area confronting the “high school cliff.”
Afterword Starts New Chapter with Cheffed Up
By Kevin Collison Mia Morrow of Cheffed Up grew up in the world of food with a strong entrepreneurial bent. So when Afterword Tavern & Shelves put out the word last year it was seeking an entrepreneurial chef to team with, she was ready and excited to respond. “We really gelled,” Morrow said. “It’s been…
Nick’s Picks | All You Need to Know About the NFL Draft
The NFL Draft will dominate life in Kansas City this week. Here are all the details around the big event.
Earth Day Update: Midwest Cities Still Have Air Quality Problems
Although dangerous ozone levels have declined, an air quality study by the American Lung Association notes that soot from western wildfires remains a problem.




