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A New Kansas City Ordinance Outlaws Sources of Income Discrimination and Allows Vouchers for Housing

By Elisabeth Elustin ● Housing ● February 6, 2024

On Jan 25, Kansas City Council banned income discrimination by landlords, This new ordinance aims to ensure housing access, addressing discrimination against Black Americans and minorities.

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“Modern Day Redlining”:145+ Black Women Demand Kansas City End Discriminatory Housing Practices

By Ryan S. ● Housing ● December 11, 2023

Over 136 Black women in Kansas City unite to combat housing discrimination, urging officials to pass Ordinance 231019 banning source of income discrimination, a policy disproportionately affecting Black single mothers.

A Landmark for Fair Housing: KC Tenants & Mayor Lucas Introduce Ban on “Source of Income Discrimination”

By KC Defender Staff ● Housing ● November 30, 2023

In a historic move, KC Tenants and Mayor Quinton Lucas have introduced an ordinance in Kansas City to ban ‘Source of Income Discrimination’ in housing, marking a pivotal moment for housing justice and community inclusivity.

It’s Official: Kansas City Had The Highest Rent Hike In The United States

By Ryan S. ● Housing ● September 7, 2023

Kansas City leads the U.S. in skyrocketing rent, deepening housing inequalities and jeopardizing the well-being of its most vulnerable residents.

Roaches, Mice, Mass Flooding: Residents At KC’s Quality Hill Towers Living In Lethal Conditions Under “Predator Landlord” Who Still Demands Full Rent Payments

By Ryan S. ● Housing ● September 5, 2023

Despite the horrifying conditions, the resident’s “predator landlord” still demands full rent — fueling an uprising among tenants who’ve had enough.

A New Kansas City Ordinance Outlaws Sources of Income Discrimination and Allows Vouchers for Housing

Latest in Housing

“Modern Day Redlining”:145+ Black Women Demand Kansas City End Discriminatory Housing Practices

A Landmark for Fair Housing: KC Tenants & Mayor Lucas Introduce Ban on “Source of Income Discrimination”

It’s Official: Kansas City Had The Highest Rent Hike In The United States

Roaches, Mice, Mass Flooding: Residents At KC’s Quality Hill Towers Living In Lethal Conditions Under “Predator Landlord” Who Still Demands Full Rent Payments

North Lawn Tenants Secure Historic Victory After Being Threatened To Pay Double Rent or Face Eviction

Suppression of Speech & Arresting Activists: KC City Hall’s Escalating Assault on the Public

After Historic Victories, KC Tenants Expecting 10,000 Members by End of Year