Three schools will take on new names under the district’s consolidation plan aimed at addressing a projected $14 million deficit.
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KCK school board discusses new roadmap for student success
After two years of engagement with students, educators and community members, the district’s “Portrait of a Graduate” framework defines the key skills students should leave school with.
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Transit, public safety and the arts take center stage at Kansas City budget hearing
During the first public hearing on Kansas City’s proposed $2.5 billion budget, residents urged the council to reconsider cuts to neighborhood and arts programs and increase funding for public transit.
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Inside Kansas City’s budget hearings: Here’s what to know
After the finance department warned of a $100 million budget shortfall, Kansas City made some trims. But tough decisions lie ahead.
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Wyandotte County discusses World Cup transit upgrades, prepares next phase of Vision Zero
Plans include increased frequency, expanded microtransit and extended weekend bus hours. Commissioners also discussed traffic safety efforts and updates to special event vendor regulations.
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Retention up, readiness down: KCPS weighs progress and challenges
Pre-K retention has risen 9% in three years, though kindergarten readiness sits just shy of the 90% goal. Leaders say stronger family engagement and improved communication are key next steps.
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Nearly $103M raised through taxes on online sales bypass voter-approved funds in Kansas City budget
Voters have approved seven special revenue sales taxes for things like transit, public safety and infrastructure. But taxes collected on online purchases from out-of-state retailers bypass those uses in the city budget.
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Wyandotte County greenlights STAR bond participation for proposed Chiefs stadium
Commissioners voted 7–3 to authorize a local tax pledge after being warned a no vote could cost the county leverage in stadium negotiations and state-funded bridge repairs.
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KC advances lead pipe inspections and trail projects as KCATA fares set to return
Council members approved a $1.87 million state grant to inventory and inspect lead pipe water service lines, launching pilot efforts in Columbus Park and Lykins.
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KCATA Board approves $2 transit fares starting in June
Commissioners outlined the rollout process for fare collection and discussed a CEO search, development efforts and a World Cup transit ambassador program.