‘When you have widespread vacancy,’ said Alana Henry, the executive director of the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council, ‘it’s reflective of a dying community, and that feeling of stagnation or death can be absorbed by the inhabitants.’
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The Royals ‘Think Big.’ Proposed Stadium at Crown Center Would Be the Fourth-Most Expensive Major League Ballpark
The Royals have pitched a $1.9 billion stadium. That’s twice as expensive as Atlanta’s Truist Park and quadruple the cost of Denver’s Coors Field.
The Royals have pitched a $1.9 billion stadium. That’s twice as expensive as Atlanta’s Truist Park and quadruple the cost of Denver’s Coors Field.
Kansas City Hopes to Spur New Growth by Loosening Parking Requirements
For decades, Kansas City has made it mandatory to provide a minimum amount of parking. Planners and advocates say that has helped hollow out the urban core.
For decades, Kansas City has made it mandatory to provide a minimum amount of parking. Planners and advocates say that has helped hollow out the urban core.
For Disillusioned Health Care Workers in Kansas City, Canada Beckons
Facing a similar labor shortage, Canada is recruiting health care workers from the United States. Could this pull workers from Kansas City?
Facing a similar labor shortage, Canada is recruiting health care workers from the United States. Could this pull workers from Kansas City?
Kansas Pushes More Jail Time for Problematic Youth. Research Says That Will Lead to More Crime
Legislation sent to the governor allows more children to be locked up and for longer. It also requires new, previously unsuccessful treatment options to be funded.
Legislation sent to the governor allows more children to be locked up and for longer. It also requires new, previously unsuccessful treatment options to be funded.
‘The Numbers Are Just Not Credible’: Kansas Used Flawed Math to Estimate Economic Impact of Chiefs Relocation, Experts Say
The Beacon spoke with four economists who say the state relied on inflated numbers to make the stadium deal look better. State officials say football teams bring in real value as millions flock to the stadium projects.
The Beacon spoke with four economists who say the state relied on inflated numbers to make the stadium deal look better. State officials say football teams bring in real value as millions flock to the stadium projects.
Kansas Republicans Want Citizenship Status Listed on Driver’s Licenses
Supporters say the proposal would reduce noncitizen voting, even though that is very rare. One study says it happens 0.0001% of the time.
Supporters say the proposal would reduce noncitizen voting, even though that is very rare. One study says it happens 0.0001% of the time.
Canary in the Corner Booth: What Restaurant Closures Reveal About the KC Economy
Some legacy restaurants close ahead of World Cup opportunity while others report strong sales. Who can afford a night out reveals a split economy.
Some legacy restaurants close ahead of World Cup opportunity while others report strong sales. Who can afford a night out reveals a split economy.
A Healthy Prescription Many People Can’t Afford: Eating More Fruits and Vegetables
Kansas City health providers are turning to ‘food is medicine’ programs that give patients with chronic health conditions fresh food along with nutrition education.
Kansas City health providers are turning to ‘food is medicine’ programs that give patients with chronic health conditions fresh food along with nutrition education.
Across State Line and Following Historic Redlines: Kansas City Food Deserts Expand as Grocery Stores Close
Residents deal with mile-long walks, corner store diets and poorer health as grocers are forced to close unprofitable locations on both sides of the state line.
Residents deal with mile-long walks, corner store diets and poorer health as grocers are forced to close unprofitable locations on both sides of the state line.
‘I’d Rather Turn My Degree Back In’: KC-Area Borrowers Face Student Loan Payment Spikes
Nearly 8 million borrowers on the SAVE plan face dramatic monthly payment increases as sweeping federal changes eliminate most income-driven repayment options. Kansas City-area borrowers could see bills jump by hundreds per month.
Nearly 8 million borrowers on the SAVE plan face dramatic monthly payment increases as sweeping federal changes eliminate most income-driven repayment options. Kansas City-area borrowers could see bills jump by hundreds per month.
A Parent’s Guide to Getting Support for a Child With Dyslexia
We asked experts how to recognize dyslexia and what services to seek.
We asked experts how to recognize dyslexia and what services to seek.
How Can Kansas City Help Its Transgender Residents? Here’s What a Survey Revealed
The Kansas City Council declared the city a “safe haven” for trans people two years ago. But one community leader says the city hasn’t followed through on that promise.
The Kansas City Council declared the city a “safe haven” for trans people two years ago. But one community leader says the city hasn’t followed through on that promise.
LGBTQ+ Youth in Missouri and Kansas Face Higher Suicide Risk
A new survey from The Trevor Project finds that young people are dealing with high rates of depression and anxiety.
A new survey from The Trevor Project finds that young people are dealing with high rates of depression and anxiety.
Transgender Kansas Citians Face Growing Restrictions and Mounting Fear
Bills introduced in Missouri could extend the state’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors and its restrictions on school sports.
Bills introduced in Missouri could extend the state’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors and its restrictions on school sports.
Young Inmates Could Get Second Chance With Resentencing Proposal
The Second Look Act could resentence certain offenders. The resentencing isn’t guaranteed and it doesn’t mean inmates are automatically released.
The Second Look Act could resentence certain offenders. The resentencing isn’t guaranteed and it doesn’t mean inmates are automatically released.