Who Will Lead KC
From now through the June 18 general election, Kansas City
PBS will produce a variety of multimedia content focusing on
three intersecting topics: affordable housing, violent crime
and tax incentives.
Through our coverage, you will meet some of the unsung
leaders in the far east section of the city and learn about
successful neighborhood revitalization programs. Our
coverage will also include candidate forums and more.
Gun Violence Persists as New KCMO Mayor Takes Office
Gun Violence Persists as New KCMO Mayor Takes Office
Lucas Beats Justus In KC Mayor’s Race
Kansas City has a new mayor, and his name is Quinton Lucas. According to unofficial results, Lucas captured 59 percent of the vote in the race against fellow Kansas City Council member Jolie Justus. So, what’s next? Lucas takes office on Aug. 1. Including the primary, the campaign was a long one. So, let’s give…
Beautifying KC’s Low-Income Housing
For Kansas City-based artist Julia Cole, housing for the poorest in town shouldn’t be ugly. So she asked curiousKC if something could be done.
Neighborhood Champion: Karen Slaughter
They do it for no pay and little fanfare. Who are they? They are the neighborhood leaders who fight to improve some of the most distressed neighborhoods on the East Side of Kansas City, Missouri. These are the men and women who advocate for better housing, less crime, and more economic opportunity. Through its coverage…
A Ride-Along with KC’s Mayoral Candidates in the Northland
Kansas City mayoral candidates Quinton Lucas and Jolie Justus tour through the Chaumiere neighborhood in the Northland to see first-hand the issues residents care about and share what they plan to do.