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‘A project like this is generational’: New KCI terminal prioritizes long-term accessibility
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How to file a complaint against KCPD
Officers can be held accountable for actions that fall into six categories: bias-based policing, discourtesy, excessive use of force, harassment, improper conduct and improper procedure.
When your abuser is the law: Sexual and domestic violence persistent in Kansas law enforcement
Content warning: This story contains references to and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence. The Beacon has included a resource box with contact information for local support organizations. Audio-Reader · TheBeacon 7-20-21: When Your Abuser Is The Law Every year, dozens of law enforcement officers in Kansas lose their certifications. The reasons vary and include […]
How to request public records in Kansas and Missouri
Interested in filing your own public records request in Missouri or Kansas? The Kansas City Beacon has put together a guide for requesting records — including whom to contact, when they’re required to respond and what records might be closed by law.
Burned out: KC paramedics piled on overtime through pandemic
The increase in overtime, combined with an already short-staffed paramedic unit, forced an overburdened system to its limits.
Want to bring an issue to the City Council’s attention? Here’s how to do it.
If you don’t know which district you’re in, put your address into the city’s Resource Lookup tool.
Survey says: Kansas Citians want better sidewalks, streets and trail systems
Kansas City, Missouri, released the results from its latest citywide survey of resident priorities and satisfaction. The Health Department rose to a higher priority this year. Now, city officials are tasked with using the feedback to make changes.
New tracks, new tax: KC Streetcar expansion kicks off
The Kansas City Beacon gathered information from the Main Street Rail Transportation Development District to answer some commonly asked questions about the expansion, the tax and the special assessment.