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Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kansas City set for major economic boost with FIFA-Airbnb partnership
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City is about to score big economically, according to Airbnb. On Friday, Airbnb announced a three-year global partnership with FIFA that it says will unlock new economic opportunities for local communities and support host cities like Kansas City. KC metro cities preparing for 'onslaught' of tourists ahead of KC2026 A news release said this partnership will help fans experience the world's biggest sporting events with behind-the-scenes opportunities hosted by players. Three significant competitions will be covered by the partnership: the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027. Airbnb said Kansas City is positioned to gain a great deal from the Airbnb-FIFA partnership as one of the host cities for the FIFA World Cup in 2026. Airbnb anticipates 158,000 tourists will need a place to stay during the games in Kansas City, and 11,000 of them will be hosted by Airbnb, generating substantial economic activity throughout Kansas City and the surrounding areas. Kansas City gearing up to host six matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Here are some of the estimated numbers Airbnb released: An estimated $105 million in GDP generated by travel on Airbnb in and around Kansas City during the tournament An estimated $3,500 in supplemental income earned per stay by local Airbnb hosts in and around Kansas City during the tournament. Over 400 full-time equivalent jobs through 2026 will be supported by Airbnb guest spending during the tournament The 2026 World Cup is predicted to generate $3.6 billion in economic benefits for host cities across all 16 host cities from Airbnb stays, with hosts potentially earning up to $210 million in total. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Yahoo
Federal task force established to fight transnational crime in KC region
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Homeland Security Investigations announced that a new task force in the Kansas City area will be working to identify and prosecute criminals. The FBI and HSI say the new Kansas City Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) region will encompass Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri, with locations in Kansas City, Wichita, Des Moines and Omaha. Kansas City police investigate homicide after man found dead behind Midtown apartments The purpose of the task force, according to the FBI and HSI release, is to end the presence of criminal cartels, foreign gangs and transnational organized crime throughout the region. More specifically, the HSTF will focus on drugs, human and weapon trafficking, money laundering, alien smuggling, homicide, extortion, kidnapping, and more. The HSTF will use both federal agents, as well as law enforcement agencies, intelligence analysts and professional staff. 'This new HSTF model puts all agencies in the same room with one focus: crushing the presence of criminal organizations in our communities,' said FBI Kansas City Special Agent in Charge Stephen Cyrus. 'Through interagency collaboration and surging resources to this task force, the FBI and HSI are making clear it's priority: protect the homeland and ensure the safety and security of our community from violent criminals.' KC metro cities preparing for 'onslaught' of tourists ahead of KC2026 The regional HSTF was established to the US Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security by President Trump's Executive Order 14159. To read that order, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
KC nonprofit serving seniors struggling due to federal cuts
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A home delivery of a hot meal is a blessing for people like Marilyn Driver, a retired teacher and families like John Johnico's. 'By the end of the month, that's the hardest time when you're retired,' Driver said. KC2026 provides update on FIFA World Cup tournament plans 'Without that program, we would be struggling even harder than we are now,' Johnico said. 'We're blessed to have our food delivered.' Delivering the meals are volunteers with KC Shepherd's Center, which focuses on helping seniors. 'We are the fastest growing population, we are the fastest growing homeless population, and yet funding is not keeping up at all,' Janet Baker said. Baker is the executive director of the organization. She said right now they're stretching their resources thin to keep Meals on Wheels operating. 'We're in crisis to be honest with you, and already only receiving one percent of funding,' Baker added. The Shepherd's Center is one of the largest nonprofit providers of Meals on Wheels, keeping homebound seniors on a fixed income fed. Baker said this year alone they've lost $500,000 in funding, lost one of their other programs and can now only serve 600 people, half of the number they were serving two years ago. 'You know you're going to have something to eat until that next month comes,' Driver said. 'Meals on Wheels is a lifesaver for elderly people.' 'If they were to stop it, there would be a lot of people hurting because we do need it,' Johnico added. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV Now they're heavily relying on the community's support to continue providing some relief. 'Will you fill an empty plate? Will you provide us with the ability to deliver meals to hungry homebound seniors?' Baker asked. . All donations will go toward feeding homebound seniors in Kansas City. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Sport
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KC2026 to provide update on FIFA World Cup tournament plans
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The World Cup is on its way to Kansas City, with the first match of the large tournament being exactly one year away on Wednesday. A news conference featuring the Kansas City World Cup contingent is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday at Union Station. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV The city has worked hard to be one of the 16 host sites of the largest World Cup ever, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches. Kansas City will host six games across the tournament. The scale of the tournament can easily be seen when comparing those numbers with the 1994 World Cup — the first and only time the games have been played on U.S. soil. That year, the tournament featured only 24 teams and 52 matches. While the KC2026 group is likely to provide answers to some questions, we aren't expecting the same from FIFA leaders anytime soon. FIFA has not released any details about general ticket sales, pricing or security for next year's tournament. COMPLETE COVERAGE: Kansas City hosting 2026 World Cup matches General ticket information could come out in the fall, but for an event that is expected to draw 5-7 million visitors, that is not ideal for fans who are trying to gauge whether or not they can afford to attend. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Parkville loosening restrictions on short-term rentals ahead of World Cup 2026
PARKVILLE, Mo. – Next year's World Cup 2026 matches will be here before you know it. At least one Kansas City metro city is getting a head start on cashing in on this worldwide event. KC leaders looking to fill vacant businesses ahead of KC2026 World Cup , like Air BnBs, hoping to attract fans to that neighboring city. Parkville sits about 20 minutes from the heart of downtown Kansas City. For a three-month window next summer, Parkville municipal leaders will allow an unlimited number of short-term rentals, hoping to bring visiting soccer fans here. Parkville is presently home to nearly 9,000 people, and a thriving downtown. Present ordinances allow for four short-term rentals per city ward. Those restrictions will be loosened beginning May 1, 2026. 'I would stay here because it's real cozy and comfy,' Annette Hagen, , said. Hagen knows hundreds of thousands of World Cup soccer fans are expected to crowd into the metro for soccer's biggest show next summer. Property owners will still need a city permit to open a short-term rental. Hagen is considering transforming another apartment into a second short-term rental property. 'It's like a full apartment,' Hagen said. 'I think it will be really good for the city. I heard there will be a lot of people who are going to be here.' Parkville Mayor Dean Katerndahl supports loosening those regulations. The mayor likes that this will allow property owners to rent their homes and rentals to others, and that permission to do so won't be permanent. Council authorizes KC Current to negotiate park along levee near CPKC 'We want to expose people, and we want our people to have a good time while the World Cup is here. It's quite an honor to have as many games as we're going to have here,' Katerndahl said. Fans of short-term rentals say they appreciate the extra space, and room for multiple people that most hotels don't offer. Adam Bernero, a father of five from Chicago, prefers short-term rentals. Bernero and his son are staying in a nearby rental during a baseball trip. 'You might be able to have your family come stay with you, if you can split it with another family. That's always nice,' Bernero said. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV Katerndal said Parkville is the metro's second-fastest growing city. It's also a short distance to Riverside, Missouri, where a World Cup team could potentially make its headquarters at KC Current's training facility. Kansas City's series of World Cup matches are scheduled to begin on June 11, 2026. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
