Carlos Moreno
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KCUR 89.3
Almost 400 Kansas City residents took advantage of a program offering cheaper short-term rental permitting during the World Cup, hoping to catch a windfall from the influx of tourists. Some aren't seeing the bookings they anticipated.
Natalie Dunlap
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Iowa Public Radio
Sherman Smith
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Kansas Reflector
@kcur893 Bus riders across the Kansas City metro now have to pay to ride the bus for the first time in six years. The move has been months in the making, as the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority deals with major budget problems that stem from a lack of regional funding. To help riders adjust, the KCATA has implemented a three-week grace period for those who are not prepared to or cannot pay for the bus. Some riders can also qualify for free or reduced fare, but they must apply. On the first day of fares, KCUR staff headed to the Metro Center at 39th and Troost to speak with riders about the fare system’s rollout and how it’s impacting them. 🎙️Interviews by Brandon Azim 📹Produced and filmed by Zach Perez 🖥️Edited by Madeline Fox #kansascity #bus #publictransportation ♬ original sound - KCUR - Kansas City
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Can I still get World Cup tickets? How do I get to the stadium? Where can I join a watch party? KCUR has all the answers — whether you’re a local or new to town for the tournament.
