By: Savannah Hawley-Bates
Riders across the Kansas City metro, on both sides of the state line, will have to pay to ride the bus for the first time since 2020. But some residents will qualify for free or reduced fare.
Missouri Government And Politics Reporter
Savannah Hawley-Bates is a Missouri Government and Politics Reporter at KCUR. She focuses on holding local leaders accountable and illustrating how their decisions regarding development, transit, and the economy impact the community, often engaging directly with citizens at city council meetings and on the picket lines. Savannah's work has been featured in KBIA 91.3 FM, NPR, St. Louis Public Radio, and several other esteemed outlets.
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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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