Half of KC’s traffic deaths in the last two years happened on these 10 streets First in a series by Josh Merchant thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/0…

Today, The Beacon | Kansas City is kicking off a four-part series about the large number of car crash deaths in Kansas City. For the past month, I’ve been studying car crash data and talking to researchers and policymakers about why KC roads are so dangerous. (1/4) thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/0…

Incredible reporting from Josh Merchant about traffic deaths in KC. Sadly, we're leading in car crash fatalities compared to most U.S. cities. And this disproportionately impacts Black residents! So how might we make our streets safer? Read below ⬇️ thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/0…

10. Team Sierra Leone 🇸🇱

Trump at the NABJ is immediately asked about his racist comments and why Black voters should trust him. He replies, "First of all, I don't think I've very been asked a question in such a horrible manner."

NABJ let this happen b/c they knew I wouldn't be there!!!

Did you know that nearly 200 people died in Kansas City car crashes in 2022 and 2023 — half on just 10 roads? Join The Beacon | Kansas City next Monday for a community listening session on traffic safety with bus drivers, policymakers and pedestrians. Register here: eventbrite.com/e/stop-slow-go…

Kansas City’s green homes trend is rising, partly thanks to local and federal tax incentives around energy-efficient upgrades. Features like high-efficiency heating and cooling, tight seals, and electric appliances are leading the market. Read more: thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/0…

Up to 10% of homeless people vote, in part due to the challenges of keeping up with the necessary documents for voting like IDs. The Beacon has prepared a list of agencies in Kansas City, Missouri that can help! Read more The Beacon | Kansas City : thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/0…

🚨Looking for hourly-waged workers or small business employees here in KC! I’m working on a story for The Beacon | Kansas City on Proposition A, which would raise the minimum wage to $15 & require paid sick leave. If you'd like to share how this would impact you or your family, please DM me!

This November, Missouri voters will decide on a potential minimum wage increase to $15/hr and mandatory paid sick leave through Proposition A. Low-wage workers say they need higher pay and benefits while businesses warn of job cuts. Read more The Beacon | Kansas City thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/0…

Tomorrow is the last day to register to vote in Missouri! If you are homeless, several local resources are available to help you with the process. Find out which agencies can provide you with a residential address or mailbox in our resource guide: thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/0…

KC Tenants has launched its first rent strike at Quality Hill Towers and Independence Towers. Residents want improved maintenance, collectively bargained leases and national rent caps on federally backed buildings. But landlords are still charging rent. thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/1…

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KC Tenants are on strike for rent caps in all federally-backed buildings. They risk eviction, but the tenants plan to add more people to their strike. Experts say rent caps could backfire by limiting a landlord’s ability to cover maintenance costs. thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/1…

Join The Beacon | Kansas City on Wednesday, Nov. 20 for a community discussion about Kansas City's first low-barrier shelter that is set to be built in the Historic Northeast. Hear from city officials, advocates, & neighbors about what this means for our community. eventbrite.com/e/a-homeless-s…

Missouri voters approved Proposition A in November, but the fight for higher wages and paid sick leave isn't over. Legal battles and political resistance are shaping the future of the proposition come 2025. Details here The Beacon | Kansas City thebeaconnews.org/stories/2024/1…

TERRIFIED HSI AGENTS FLEE FROM RAPID RESPONDERS Today in Kansas, ICE and HSI simultaneously raided two restaurants, both of the same chain. Instantly, community members mobilized to both locations. In Lenexa, they chased HSI out of the restaurant in the middle of their raid.