(Kansas City, Mo., July 9, 2024) – Today, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced the recipients of the FY 24 Bus and Low- & No-Emissions Grant awards. The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) congratulates Johnson County Government on the receipt of a $7.65 million Bus and Bus Facilities grant to buy new energy-efficient propane and CNG vehicles that will replace diesel-powered vehicles that have exceeded their useful life. The announcement was made today at an event in Johnson County.
Read more(Kansas City, Mo., April 29, 2024) – The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and partners are taking an active role in improving Kansas City communities with the RideKC Adopt-A-Stop program which kicked off one year ago on Earth Day. The first organization to step up was Ruby Jean’s Juicery at 31st Street and Troost Avenue. Now, there are 13 partners in the Adopt-A-Stop program.
Read more(Kansas City, Mo., March 6, 2024) – The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority has been in discussions with the Current soccer team to explore options to fund additional RideKC transit service to CPKC Stadium. At this point, the schedule for Route 210 Front Street will maintain its current schedule, providing hourly service to Berkley and Front St. The walk to the stadium is approximately ½-mile.
Read moreKansas City, KS – The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, KS (UG) Transportation Department has launched an innovative new microtransit and paratransit service to provide passengers with more efficient, responsive public transportation in our community. The IRIS application, provided by RideCo, is a cloud-based service that enables riders to improve their overall experience in planning, reserving, and paying for their rides in a single application. Both services operate under the RideKC brand.
Read moreKANSAS CITY, Mo. (February 22, 2024) – Exciting things are happening on the Riverfront and on Friday, March 1, Kansas City will celebrate one more addition – the KC Streetcar.
Read moreThe official statement of RideKC Transit regarding the tragic shooting that occurred at the Chiefs Victory Parade and Rally
Read moreA ransom cyber-attack hit the KCATA early Tuesday, January 23. We have contacted all appropriate authorities including the FBI. All service is operating, including fixed-route buses, Freedom and Freedom-On-Demand Paratransit service.
Read moreThe Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas Transportation Department is conducting an online survey in order to better serve its riders. The survey is available online through January 19, 2024.
Read more(Kansas City, Mo., Nov. 8, 2023) – Kansas City voters say yes to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and the 3/8-cent sales tax for the next 10 years.
Read more(Kansas City, Mo., Oct. 30, 2023) – The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is reminding voters that on Election Day, Nov. 7, 2023, the 3/8-cent Sales Tax Renewal for Buses will be on the ballot.
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