Sam Zeff
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KCUR 89.3
Pharmacy technicians at the University of Kansas Health System narrowly lost their May union election. But nearly 40% of the ballots arrived in the mail late, potentially changing the results. So far, the Kansas state board hasn’t counted them, but organizers are demanding a redo.
Brian Munoz
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St. Louis Public Radio
@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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Attorney General Catherine Hanaway sued American Shaman in March, taking particular aim at 7-OH, the company’s more potent products that she argued are “hazardous opioids." The company could face a $5 million penalty if it breaks the settlement. -
KC PrideFest returns on June 5, but other local groups are planning their own events celebrating queer resilience and joy. Find a guide to more parades, street festivals, drag shows and more. -
Fifteen people say they were physically assaulted by staff, and some sexually abused by other residents, at Change Academy at Lake of the Ozarks, a youth residential treatment center in Missouri that takes in children from across the country. -
Voters in Missouri will decide whether the state can expand sales and uses taxes, in order to eliminate the income tax. Local government officials worry about how it will impact businesses, consumers, revenue for services like parks and transit, and budget planning. -
Officials with the Department of Conservation said the pandemic helped many Missourians reconnect with the outdoors. But that has led to significantly more problems with campers at conservation areas since 2020. -
The Kansas Department of Revenue — the state agency that oversees driver’s licenses — sent out hundreds of letters invalidating some, but not all, transgender Kansans’ licenses. But lawsuits are underway to stop the effort. -
Federal mortality data shows reveals a 16% decrease in so-called “deaths of despair” caused by alcohol, drugs and suicide, but cuts to public health infrastructure may make it challenging for the trend to continue. -
Opponents argue that the proposal to expand sales and use taxes, known as Amendment 5, violated constitutional prohibitions on addressing more than one subject. They plan to appeal the ruling. -
One of Kansas City's most popular jazz venues, Green Lady Lounge, is temporarily closed after a fire in a rooftop air conditioning unit Sunday. The venue is expected to be open in time for World Cup visitors.
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.
