Kansas City Named 2021 All-America City Award Winner

City leaders highlighted the equitable outreach efforts in three projects: the KC Spirit Playbook, the KC Streetcar and the Life X program.

Equity And Inclusion Key In New Kansas City Fire Department Agreement

The goal is to eliminate discriminatory and racist practices of the past.

Calls And Chat Sessions And Emails, Oh My! Information Services Catches Its Breath At Kansas City Public Library

'It was a tough time, but I think we got through it and a lot of patrons appreciated the help. They recognized the difficulty we had, too.'

Three Murdered In One-Hour Period In Separate Incidents In Kansas City Tuesday

One of the victims was a 15-year-old boy.

Kansas City Parks & Recreation: Join KC Parks For Exciting New Programs This Summer!

The City of Kansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation Department is excited about three new programs and partnerships for children and ...

Unemployment Not Changed In Kansas City Area: Feds

Jackson County's unemployment rate hasn't had a month-to-month change.

Kansas City Parks & Recreation: Suite Tea To Open New Glamping Village At Camp Lake Of The Woods In Swope Park

Suite Tea, the Kansas City based hospitality company known for their elevated camping suites and unique experiences, proudly announces t ...

Surprise Dad This Father’s Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the Kansas City Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Kansas City Public Library: Pleasure Boating On The Blue River? KCQ Navigates This Interesting History

During Kansas City’s economic boom of the 1880s, investors began purchasing land just east of the city limits in the Blue River valley.

Kansas City Parks & Recreation: Loose Park Rose Garden Celebrates 90 Years And Launches QR Code Program

See the latest announcement from the Kansas City Parks & Recreation Department.

Local Learning And Growing With Library's Summer Reading Program At Kansas City Public Library

2021 Summer Reading Program Homegrown Stories Read any five books between June 1 and August 15.

Your Kansas City Public Library Is Open

Public computers are available without appointments. Patrons can use Library print, fax, and scan services.

Grantham University Launches Heroes Program

Discounted tuition, complimentary textbooks and software and waived fees for military, first responders and healthcare workers available.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Kansas City Area

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has impacted the country's blood supply.

Kansas City Parks & Recreation: Free Music Making Clinics Offered On June 21

See the latest announcement from the Kansas City Parks & Recreation Department.

Kansas City's Troost Avenue Was Named For A Slaveholder

'Wasn’t Troost Avenue named after a slaveholder who had a plantation at 31st and Troost?'

Kansas City Auditor's Office Makes Recommendations To Enhance Security Of The City's Network

Auditors concluded network accounts for some terminated employees have not been disabled.

Kansas City Auditor's Office Releases Annual Audit Plan For Fiscal Year 2022

The goal is to release six performance audits.

Kansas City Public Library Is Ready To Reopen On June 1

Trails West Branch will be closed until June 14 for interior renovations.

Delta Dental Releases 2020 State of America’s Oral Health Report

Importance of Oral Health to Overall Health is Understood, Yet Many Don’t See Connection Between Oral Health and Serious Medical Conditions

Grantham Grant Program Accepting Applications from Local NFPs

Applications for $3,000 grants due June 1; $30,000 to be awarded in total

FBI Analyst Stole Secret Counterterrorism, Other Documents: Feds

The depth and breadth of documents Kendra Kingsbury is accused of stealing from the FBI’s Kansas City Division was “simply astonishing.”

Kansas City Police Urge Ride-Share Safety

These services help prevent drunk driving, but they can come with risks as well.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Kansas City Area

People who donate through the Red Cross between May 1 and 15 are eligible for an Amazon gift card.

WGU Missouri Awards Grants to Seven Kansas City-Area Teachers

The K-12 Teachers were among 78 in Missouri and Kansas that were selected to receive funding for their innovative classroom projects

Broadband Speed In Kansas City Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Chief's Blog: Hiring Freeze Depletes Kansas City Police Staffing

"We are down 116 officers and do not have the budget to replace them."

Kansas City Municipal Court Moves To A “New Normal” In June

The court will move to a mix of virtual and in-person hearings.

City Of KC Seeks Proposals For Redevelopment Of Baseball Legend's Historic Home

The Paige Home suffered fire damage in 2018.

Kansas City Mayor To Rescind Emergency Order Based On CDC Update

The focus will now shift to ensuring those needing access to the COVID-19 vaccine take it.

KC Auditor's Office Makes Recommendations To Strengthen CID Oversight, Transparency, And Accountability

The full report is available online.

Vision Zero: Building Safer Streets In Kansas City

The plan includes intersection improvements, speed bumps, protected bike lanes, and traffic calming measures.

Congratulations, Raytown South Grad Ellyington Cunningham Jr

Kansas City Patch is celebrating graduates for their accomplishments.

Some KC Residents May Be Eligible For Federal Program Offering Discounted Internet Service

In the Kansas City Metro Area, 14% of all households do not have home internet service.

KC Water Joins Others In Recognizing United For Infrastructure Week 2021

A new video has been released about the Smart Sewer program, which aims to improve sewer infrastructure and reduce overflows in Kansas City.

Kansas City Police Memorial Service Set For May 13

The 119 officers killed in the line of duty throughout the department's history will be honored.

VIDEO: KC Water Celebrates Local Students' Water Quality Project

Three North Kansas City School District students have launched a floating wetland project in a pond at 81st and Troost.

‘KC Kindness' To Help Residents Who Need Food And Supplies

The first of four ‘Heart to Help’ events will be held on May 22 at the Robert J. Mohart Multipurpose Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Honor Your 2021 Graduate On Kansas City Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Kansas City Patch.

Kansas City Police Department Has New Data Page To Share Info With Public

This information has always been open to the public, but this is the first time it is available online in one convenient location.