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Right to legal counsel for KC tenants facing eviction begins June 1

Beginning Wednesday (June 1), all Kansas City tenants in eviction cases will have the right to an attorney in Housing Court. The new ordinance, passed six months ago, continues what has been a rising tide in the support of renters who have long been overmatched in legal proceedings with property owners.

'Act like you have the virus': KC's key to virus protection for all

As Kansas City enforces its stay home orders, KC health director Rex Archer says it plain: There are “absolutely” undetected COVID-19 cases throughout the city and everyone should act as if they are carrying the virus.