18th and Vine

A special program is bringing empty Kansas City storefronts back to life by placing entrepreneurs in prime downtown spaces to show off for an influx of international visitors. City leaders hope the program leads to long-term opportunities for small businesses and building owners.

Jazz performances are happening across Kansas City every day of the year, in night clubs, lounges and concert venues. Whether you're looking for a late-night jam session with a cocktail, or dinner and a show, here's where you can go to experience live jazz.

Events are planned throughout the tournament, featuring watch parties, live music, and cultural programs. Partnerships include the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and American Jazz Museum.

The city’s One Percent for Art Program reopened a controversial call for artists to create a public artwork for a future parking garage in the Historic 18th and Vine district. An initial call for artists was criticized last month for its lack of local representation.

The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum recently revealed its vision for a new, expanded campus and hotel that will make it possible for the museum to host more exhibits and turn 18th and Vine into a destination. It’s just one of many ongoing development projects aimed at revitalizing the historic jazz district.

The project will build new housing on what was once one of the oldest Black-owned housing cooperatives in the country.

Vine Street Brewing is welcoming a restaurant partner, the founder of Urban, into its space, combining chicken and beer into a new concept: Vine Street Chicken Co. Kansas City.

The Kansas City Royals did not come to terms with Clay County in time to make it to their April ballot. With Overland Park off the table, the team is looking at a later vote for the Northland or staying in Kansas City, at Washington Square Park.

Mike Corrigan is maintaining a centuries-old craft of making and repairing brass instruments. Musicians from Bruno Mars' band, Lincoln Center's jazz series and others from around the world come to his shop, which is also working to train the next generation.

An estimated 650,000 fans will travel to Kansas City to watch six matches during the FIFA World Cup 26, and arts and culture leaders want to be a part of the moment. The sector has gathered each month to stay informed and on track.

Parade Park Homes was once one of the oldest Black-owned housing cooperatives in the country. The redevelopment there includes plans for about 1,100 new housing units, with some reserved as affordable or for senior housing.

Kansas City is known worldwide for the jazz legends that called this city home. But local musicians say the city should do more to uplift its present-day musicians and the music industry.