Jackson County leaders walked back their decision to put a beloved park up for bid after outcry from local conservationists, ...

Blue Parkway Sun Fresh closure shows challenges for Kansas City grocery stores, while low prices and security help United ...

The 115 layoffs the hospital announced last week reflect a new healthcare economy that includes higher costs and pending ...

The Jackson County Legislature considered selling two parcels near downtown, dealing with 22% increase in healthcare cost for ...

Advocates accuse the Trump administration of changing a program meant to protect vulnerable children into a tool for ...

Kansas City readers asked about medical debt, public spending and elections. See what The Beacon heard in October and help ...

In all but 11 counties, Missouri voters showed stronger support for abortion than ever before. Plus, voter turnout appeared ...

The EMBER program, Empowering Motherhood through Behavioral Health, Education and Recovery, launched in August 2025, brings ...

Kansas City’s economy is expected to keep adding jobs in 2027, but slower growth and a shrinking workforce present challenges for the region, according to MARC’s economic forecast. (Vaughn Wheat/The ...

Missouri voters passed Amendment 6, locking in new safeguards for voter-led ballot measures and direct democracy.

At a KCKPS board meeting, residents told school officials they want better parent communication, special education services.