But advocates say that growing awareness about ‘period poverty’ and its health consequences is a good step toward reforms that could widen access to affordable menstrual supplies.
Ending Missouri’s tampon tax won’t make period products much more affordable
Posted inState Government
Missouri legislature repeals paid sick leave, puts abortion access back on ballot
After months of filibusters and negotiations, a rarely used legislative tactic forced votes.
Posted inEducation
Dyslexia is common, but these KC-area parents had to push for it to be taken seriously
Some estimates suggest up to 20% of people have dyslexia symptoms. But Kansas City-area parents said their concerns were often brushed off.
Posted inCivic Engagement
Immigrants in Kansas City urged to self-deport by misleading Justice Department flyers
Justice Department posts self-deportation flyers that misinform, possibly jeopardizing an immigrant’s case
Posted inState Government
Amid dozens of bills, Missouri lawmakers’ hopes of restricting abortion access ride on one
Whether it can pass is still up for debate.
Posted inHealth
‘Trapped in a fiery kennel’: Lawsuit against Missouri Department of Corrections alleges extreme heat at one prison is a constitutional violation
The lawsuit alleges that those with certain medical conditions and those in solitary confinement are at increased risk in Algoa Correctional Center, which does not have central air conditioning.
Posted inLocal Government
Mario Vasquez is Kansas City’s new city manager. Here are three key issues that he will confront in the first 100 days.
Big decisions loom at Kansas City Hall — including preparations for next year’s World Cup matches, building a new city jail and managing a budget amid financial uncertainties.
Posted inBehind the Beacon
With new support from Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, The Beacon is expanding what local news can do
We’re growing civic reporting that helps Kansas Citians understand policy, influence decisions and close the opportunity gap.
Posted inRural
After the Trump administration canceled funding for schools to buy local produce, Missouri farmers hope the relationships continue
Farmers say the program guaranteed fair prices and encouraged them to increase production.
Posted inState Government
One elder abuse investigator has 70 cases. Kansas doesn’t say how swamped other caseworkers are
One family said their case has been open since Oct. 5, 2024, with no end in sight. The investigator on that case is handling 70 other complaints.