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The federal government is by far Kansas City’s largest employer and a major economic engine, with agencies like the IRS, EPA, Social Security and more in town. Experts warn the region’s economy will feel the pain when jobs disappear.

Kansas City is hosting the NFL Draft for the first time. Fans from across the country are convening at Union Station from April 27-29 for games, concerts and other activities. KCUR put together this guide to the event and what it means for the city.

Esther George, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, will retire at the end of January after a 40-year career at the bank. She leaves as the U.S. faces a challenging economic landscape.

The short-term loans are available immediately and are simple to get. But interest rates are typically very high — with an APR of up to 391% in Kansas and 371% in Missouri. Critics say payday lenders are profiting from people in need, and trap them in debt.

The days of the Federal Reserve pushing mountains of money into the economy appear to be coming to an end.

Journalist Chris Leonard's latest book details the decisions of the Federal Reserve that have destabilized the U.S. economy.

The pandemic left it's mark on the country and the state of Missouri, but new moves from the Federal Reserve look to help the economy bounce back.

Studies show Black women are among the most well educated demographic, and they say they're speaking out, wearing natural hair and wanting the same as their white colleagues, paving the road for the next generation.

It's clear the dust won't be settling anytime soon, so what can we expect going forward? Esther George shared her view from the top office of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City.

The president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City gives her outlook on the economy, and our Smart Money Experts share personal finance tips to help weather the pandemic.

Segment 1: "No one is immune" to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, said Mayor Carson Ross.The spread of the new coronavirus has already delayed…

Segment 1: North Kansas City responds to the coronavirus pandemic.An immediate concern for this Northland municipality is warm weather attracting still…