Nonprofit
The Beacon News
Mission
In a world overloaded with information, it’s hard to know what to trust, what matters and how you can make a difference.
The Beacon clears the confusion. We focus on major issues impacting our communities, providing in-depth reporting that highlights problems and explores solutions. By following our stories, you’re joining a movement to revive local news and information.
In a world overloaded with information, it’s hard to know what to trust, what matters and how you can make a difference.
The Beacon clears the confusion. We focus on major issues impacting our communities, providing in-depth reporting that highlights problems and explores solutions. By following our stories, you’re joining a movement to revive local news and information.
About Us
The Beacon is a growing force in Kansas City’s local journalism ecosystem — filling critical news gaps and strengthening community understanding.
We produce accessible journalism on critical local issues. Our reporting covers essential subjects like health, education, local government, labor and housing. We also cover the Kansas Statehouse, the Missouri Statehouse and rural health care across Missouri.
Through our Community Journalism Lab, we amplify overlooked voices and integrate diverse perspectives with listening sessions and events that help guide our reporting.
The Beacon is a growing force in Kansas City’s local journalism ecosystem — filling critical news gaps and strengthening community understanding.
We produce accessible journalism on critical local issues. Our reporting covers essential subjects like health, education, local government, labor and housing. We also cover the Kansas Statehouse, the Missouri Statehouse and rural health care across Missouri.
Through our Community Journalism Lab, we amplify overlooked voices and integrate diverse perspectives with listening sessions and events that help guide our reporting.
Cause Areas Include
- Communications Access
- Community Development
- Media
- Rural Areas
- Urban Areas
Location & Contact
- hello@thebeacon.media
- Kansas City, MO, USA
