Savannah Hawley-Bates is a journalist based in Kansas City, Missouri, writing for KCUR-FM, an NPR affiliate. She covers a wide range of local news topics, including marijuana legalization, sports, cultural events, economic impacts, education, transportation, and community safety. Through her articles, Savannah aims to provide insightful and informative stories that resonate with the Kansas City community.
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Savannah's coverage is heavily focused on local news and community issues, with particular attention to crime, family & relationships, entertainment news, government & politics. She also provides expert commentary based on the topics she covers.
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By: Savannah Hawley-Bates
Two factions within the Jackson County Legislature risk losing federal relief funds because they can’t agree on how to spend them. It’s the latest point of contention in a consistently difficult relationship between legislators and the county executive.
The outdoor seating at Tacos El Gallo is colorfully decorated but does not have any heaters. Owner Cindy Romo says she plans to use the city's Outdoor Dining Enhancement Grant to add a full roof over the patio and heating.
By: Savannah Hawley-Bates
Hundreds of families come to Christmas Ranch Tree Farm in Excelsior Springs every year to decorate their homes for Christmas. Owners Carol and Roy Freeman make sure visitors have everything they need, including tree trimming and homemade hot chocolate for the journey.
By: Celisa Calacal, Savannah Hawley-Bates
After a months-long standoff, two factions in the legislature finally agreed on how to spend federal COVID relief money — just days before it would have been sent back to the federal government.
A cyclist pedals south along Gillham Plaza near Oak Street on Dec. 27, 2023.
By: Savannah Hawley-Bates
Kansas City trash and recycling pickup has been canceled because of last weekend’s snow and ice. While crews focus on treating roads, here’s the latest on trash pickup.
By: Savannah Hawley-Bates
The city will hire a consultant to decide how to best improve its deadliest streets. It will also apply for a federal grant to redo the majority of Troost Avenue.
Brandy Granados has been homeless since May 2024. They were awarded a housing voucher and are currently looking for a place to rent. Granados is worried that if the state overturns Kansas City's ban on source of income discrimination, their landlord could refuse to renew their lease.
One person was detained and about 50 others were removed from the Jackson County Legislature meeting Monday. Sunrise Movement KC disrupted the meeting to call for the county to fund KCATA.
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