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KCMO Councilman Johnathan Duncan joins the KCATA Board of Commissioners, supporting the future of public transportation in the region.

Eligible riders can now qualify for reduced bus fares through KCATA's partnership with the KCMO Health Department. Learn more.

KCATA has announced that it will open its East Village Transit Center this Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for riders to purchase passes prior to the end of the grace period.

Beginning Thursday, June 11, until July 13, RideKC buses 27, 85 and 201 will reroute for the FIFA Fan Fest.

Travel from KCK to World Cup festivities with expanded services on IRIS, 101, 102, 104, 107 and the Legends Loop. 

On Friday, June 5, starting at approximately 2 p.m., the 18 Indiana will reroute for an event at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium in Swope Park.

On Saturday, June 6, from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., 238 Meadowbrook will reroute for the Flash Dash 5K.

Beginning Friday, June 5, at 9 a.m., until Sunday, June 7. at 11 p.m., the  47 Martin Luther King, Jr and 50 Wornall-Brookside will reroute for the KC Pride Festival 2026.

Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Prospect MAX, 18 Indiana, and 71 Prospect will be rerouted for the Juneteenth Cultural Parade. The Parade travels from The Grove Park near 16th & Benton to the 18th & Vine District. 

KCATA and RideKC to Resume Bus Fares June 1. The new fare system includes fare capping, flexible payment options and reduced fare assistance program. Three public meetings are planned. 

RideKC will host public outreach sessions to help riders learn about fare changes, payment options, reduced fares, and the RideKCGO app.

Ongoing I-70 improvement work is causing temporary reroutes and service adjustments on select RideKC bus routes across the region.

Bridge construction is causing temporary reroutes for RideKC routes 5, 18, 9, 15, and Troost MAX. Riders should expect delays and detours.

KCATA connects Kansas City with safe, reliable transit, trip planning, service updates, fares, careers and regional mobility resources.

RideKC is adding service to seven bus routes to improve access, frequency, and regional mobility ahead of the World Cup in Kansas City.

Kansas City celebrates the streetcar riverfront extension opening May 18 at Berkley Riverfront with a community picnic and event.

The 510 K-10 Connector will pause service from May 15 through August 23, 2026. Riders should prepare for alternate travel options.

RideKC provides convenient transit access to concerts, sporting events, and entertainment at T-Mobile Center in downtown Kansas City.

Mohawk at 15, an early approved TOCD project, is nearing completion; explore amenities and sign up for updates and floor plans.

Ascent in North Kansas City offers skyline views, with first units due June 2026 and full completion expected in late 2026.

KCATA has selected KL2 Connects, LLC, a firm headquartered in North Carolina, to lead the official search process for the agency’s next CEO.

Bus fares return to RideKC on June 1, 2026, with tap-to-pay, mobile passes, fare capping, and reduced fares for eligible riders.

RideKC fares return June 1, 2026. Explore fare options, reduced fares, mobile payments, and tools designed to keep Kansas City moving.

KCATA named new board officers: Bridgette Williams as Chair, Chris Whiting Vice-Chair, Julie Lorenz Treasurer, and Eric Bunch Secretary.