Unemployment Rate Worsens In Kansas City Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Jackson County increased recently.

KC City Council Approves Five Street Preservation Contracts Totaling Nearly $30 Million

The work will start as early as next week and includes over 2,600 street segments and 240 lane miles of resurfacing.

Kansas City Auditor's Office Releases Annual Report For Fiscal Year 2021

The report is scheduled to be presented at the Council Business Session at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 1.

Kansas City’s Housing Crisis Is Getting Worse

A shortage of affordable housing in Kansas City is not a new issue. But the pandemic made it worse, and exposed the region's failure to act.

Jackson County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Kansas City area compares to Missouri and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Kansas City Public Library To Commemorate Juneteenth

Juneteenth marks the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans following the end of the Civil War.

Pride Month Highlights Equity And Inclusion Work In Kansas City

The city has created a LGBTQ Commission, while a gender neutral restroom facilities policy is undergoing final council review.

Note From Kansas City Parks & Recreation Director: Announcing My Retirement Effective July 5

'I started my career with KC Parks as a teen as a weed whacker and just kept working each summer.'

Equity And Inclusion Key In New Kansas City Fire Department Agreement

The goal is to eliminate discriminatory and racist practices of the past.

Unemployment Not Changed In Kansas City Area: Feds

Jackson County's unemployment rate hasn't had a month-to-month change.

Kansas City Auditor's Office Makes Recommendations To Enhance Security Of The City's Network

Auditors concluded network accounts for some terminated employees have not been disabled.

Kansas City Auditor's Office Releases Annual Audit Plan For Fiscal Year 2022

The goal is to release six performance audits.

FBI Analyst Stole Secret Counterterrorism, Other Documents: Feds

The depth and breadth of documents Kendra Kingsbury is accused of stealing from the FBI’s Kansas City Division was “simply astonishing.”

Broadband Speed In Kansas City Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Kansas City Municipal Court Moves To A “New Normal” In June

The court will move to a mix of virtual and in-person hearings.

Kansas City Mayor To Rescind Emergency Order Based On CDC Update

The focus will now shift to ensuring those needing access to the COVID-19 vaccine take it.

KC Auditor's Office Makes Recommendations To Strengthen CID Oversight, Transparency, And Accountability

The full report is available online.

Vision Zero: Building Safer Streets In Kansas City

The plan includes intersection improvements, speed bumps, protected bike lanes, and traffic calming measures.

New Kansas City Housing Department To Launch

One of the key components of legislation passed Thursday is the implementation and funding of the Office of the Tenant Advocate.

Kansas City's Health Director Announces Retirement

Dr. Rex Archer expanded the department to include equity, violence prevention, safety in housing and food, contagious diseases and vaccines.

Kansas City Repairing More Streets With A Preservation Program

Nearly 240 lane miles of streets will be resurfaced this year,

Jackson County Government: National Garden Month

After spending the past few months inside it is now time to get out and get your hands dirty. April is National Gardening Month so get o ...

City Of KC Audit Report Wins National Recognition

The Association of Local Government Auditors will present the Knighton Award to the auditing staff during a virtual ceremony on May 4.

Jackson County Government: Medical Examiner Receives New Technology

With the help of new technology, the Jackson County Medical Examiner's Office plans to save hours working on cases. The nearly half mill ...

KC Water Announces Lower Projected Wastewater Rate Increases

A federal judge has approved a revised agreement for Smart Sewer Program.

Federal Taxes In Jackson County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Jackson County neighbors.

KC City Council Adopts $1.74 Billion Budget For Fiscal Year 2021-2022

Several programs, including $400,000 to continue mowing rural areas, previously cut from the proposed budget have been restored.

Kansas City Officials Working To Prevent Homelessness Through Several Initiatives

Properties are being sold for $1 on the condition the new owners rehabilitate them and provide housing for low-income individuals.

New Phone App Connects KC Residents With City Services

The app allows individuals to report potholes, illegal dumping, missed trash pickups, and more.

KC Mayor Praises Brian Platt For His First 100 Days As City Manager

Quinton Lucas says Platt's focus on snow operations meant some residents saw a plow on their street for the first time in years.

New Emergency Rent And Utility Assistance Program Now Available For Kansas City Residents

The City has finalized contracts with five local agencies to provide immediate relief to those struggling to meet day-to-day housing needs.

City Of KC Has New Plan For Pavement, Pothole Repairs

The strategic approach starts by using a combination of in-house maintenance crews and contractor crews.

Jackson County Government: Detention Center Promotes Four Female Officers To Lieutenant

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Jackson County Government: Counties Join In Removing Closing Time Restrictions On Bars, Restaurants, And Taverns

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 25, 2021 Jurisdictions Focus on Bringing Consistency for Area Businesses While Still Guarding Public Heal ...

Proposed Budget Of $1.73 Billion Presented To KC City Council And Mayor

The budget addresses a $70 million shortfall without staff layoffs or furloughs.

St. Louis Mayor Delivers State Of The City Address

The FY21-22 budget will be formally presented to the City Council on Feb. 11.

Who wins best fiscal health: Kansas City or Tampa Bay?

Who will win fiscally?

Members Of Kansas City Coronavirus Vaccine Task Force Named

One of the goals is to make it easier for those without regular internet access to determine where and how to get vaccinated.

Kansas City, MO ranked no. 57 in the nation for fiscal health.

Kansas City, MO needed $1.7 billion to get out of the red

New KC Department Directors Will Lead Improvements In Basic Services, Equity In The Workplace

The new leaders will be in charge of operations such as snowplowing, trash collection and street maintenance.