A Texas developer is moving forward on its plans to renovate the Country Club Plaza. Its plans include several much taller buildings, as well as better sidewalks and a new public square.
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Massive tax break for Country Club Plaza would divert $188M in revenue from KC schools over 30 years
A Texas developer wants to revive the Plaza. But the plan could come at a massive cost for Kansas City schools and other government services.
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FAQ: What you need to know about 2025 Jackson County property tax bills
A majority of Jackson County homeowners will see a reduction in their property assessment this year and tax credits for the next three years. But that doesn’t necessarily mean a smaller tax bill.
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As World Cup demands loom, transit leaders face hard decisions to pay for extra bus service
Kansas City has been asking the state and federal government for financial help to pay for extra buses during the World Cup. The clock is ticking, and the transit agency hasn’t gotten a dime.
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Prairie Village voters reject PV United candidates, measure to ‘abandon’ government. What happens next?
All six Prairie Village United candidates lost their races for council seats on Election Day, signaling voter opposition to taking a $30M city hall project to a public vote.
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Wyandotte County election results: Mayor, commissioners and more
Voters in Wyandotte County cast their ballots for a new mayor and four commissioners on Nov. 4. Here’s what happened.
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Everything Prairie Village voters need to know about the ‘abandon’ petition
A yearslong conflict roiling Prairie Village comes to a head as voters cast ballots on whether to abandon the city’s form of government. But the question isn’t necessarily what it seems.
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Prairie Village council election hinges on $30M city hall project. Here’s why
Prairie Village is divided on whether to construct a new municipal complex. Nowhere is that conflict more apparent than in this year’s city council election.
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Meet 8 people who want to represent you on Wyandotte County’s Board of Commissioners
Four districts will appear on the Nov. 4 ballot for Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas. The candidates told The Beacon their plans to address public safety, development, deportations and more.
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Wyandotte County through the eyes of two candidates for mayor
This year’s candidates for mayor include a 30-year attorney and a nonprofit executive. They told The Beacon about the biggest issues facing Wyandotte County, including property taxes, public safety, staff culture and affordability.