News & Events

Kansas City, Mo. (July 16, 2025) - The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) welcomes 150 transit board members and administrators from the U.S. and Canada to Kansas City July 19-22, 2025, for an annual seminar hosted by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA).

Kansas City, Mo. (June 18, 2025) - This weekend, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) will join the Juneteenth celebration in the historic 18th & Vine Cultural District to honor freedom, resilience and community. Attendees can stop by the KCATA bus at the corner of 18th and Paseo to learn about current transit services, upcoming improvements, and the agency’s ongoing commitment to equity in mobility.

(Kansas City, Mo., May 27, 2025) – On Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 10 a.m. the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) will install its newest graffiti-resistant bus shelter on Prospect at 75th St. This stop is connected to the 75th & Prospect MAX Transit Center at Alphapointe. A total of 10 shelters have arrived, with 20 more on order.

Today, Representative Sharice Davids, founder and co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional FIFA World Cup 2026 Caucus, hosted a Capitol Hill briefing with transit agencies from across the country to highlight the critical role transportation will play in ensuring the success of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

(Kansas City, Mo., April 30, 2025) - KCATA has received notice this afternoon that the city of Kansas City, Mo., will continue to fund the IRIS program. Service will not be discontinued at midnight as previously announced. More details will be shared when they are available.

(Kansas City, Mo., April 17, 2025) – On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and several Adopt-A-Stop partners will hit the streets to pick up litter at designated bus stops in honor of Earth Day. Adopt-A-Stop is KCATA’s volunteer program to help reduce and prevent littering. KCATA executives, bus drivers and other staff will be on site lending a hand alongside Adopt-a-Stop Partners. Spokespersons will be available at each location.

(Kansas City, Mo., March 10, 2025) – On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority will host KCATA’s second State of the KCATA Community Report. It is the goal of the KCATA to share with stakeholders the vision for public transportation in the region and highlight successes and challenges. KCATA is pleased to announce that the 2025 event will be held in Kansas at Children’s Mercy Park from 3-5:30 p.m. at 1 Sporting Way, Kansas City, KS 66111.

(Kansas City, Mo., March 10, 2025) – The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) will host two public meetings this week to discuss potential service changes. One will be in person; the other will be virtual.

(Kansas City, Mo., Jan. 3, 2025) – RideKC transportation throughout the region is planning for another round of snow and wants transit customers to be aware of possible service interruptions. Winter weather is expected Tuesday-Wednesday, with impacts of snow accumulation and plowing at bus stops. The safety of our operators and customers will drive decisions throughout this winter event. Customers should check frequently for the status of transit service as it may change.