Commissioners want to consult the historical society before moving forward on the Quindaro Avenue parcel that once housed an early hospital serving the Black community.
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Children’s Mercy offers employees early retirement as it launches $1.7 billion campus expansion
Hospital leaders say the workforce initiative is separate from the massive construction project that could nearly triple the organization’s debt load.
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Missouri one of six states planning to use AI to manage Medicaid work requirements
As Missouri prepares for Medicaid work requirements under H.R. 1, officials say artificial intelligence could help answer questions, process documents and automate parts of the program.
Posted inImmigration
Undocumented Kansas high school graduates find themselves increasingly targeted
Kansas could be the next state sued for its in-state tuition program for undocumented students.
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Jackson County legislators mull data center moratorium
The 120-day pause would allow the county to establish regulations governing approval and construction of these facilities.
Posted inHealth
Kansas City hospitals are ready for the World Cup, but world may not be ready for U.S. healthcare
After months of planning, Kansas City health leaders said the city’s hospitals are prepared, and bracing for international patients who won’t be able to pay.
Posted inEconomics
Against headwinds, minority-owned businesses open at higher rate in KC
A new Kauffman Foundation report shows business creation rebounding to pre-pandemic levels, led by Black, Latino and immigrant founders. But increasing numbers are often driven by necessity, and Kansas City is falling behind the national pace.
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Looking for what’s happening in Wyandotte County? Livable Neighborhoods has you covered
The task force’s May meeting covered junk vehicles, Juneteenth, World Cup, a community forum and more.
Posted inLocal Government
Wyandotte County leaders at odds with Kansas lawmaker over Chiefs stadium decisions
A state lawmaker said the Unified Government’s ordinance to support the Chiefs deal exerts too much power over Kansas negotiations. County leaders believe he’s mistaken.
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Hickman Mills school board approves slew of educational, administrative contracts
New tools include an AI-supported writing platform.