The Kansas City Beacon

The Beacon is a new nonprofit, digital only news outlet based in Kansas City, covering the two million-person metro and both sides of the state line (Kansas and Missouri). Our mission: To spur reforms in the public interest by shining light on wrongdoings and abuse by government, businesses and other institutions in the region through in-depth, solutions-driven journalism. The Beacon was founded in April 2019 and will begin publishing in early 2020.

Current Position

Location: Kansas City, Missouri

Beat: Environmental effects on health

Position:

This health/environment reporter is passionate about bringing these intertwined topics to life for a Midwest audience. Environmental coverage focuses on how we impact the world and how it impacts us. It includes stories about sustainability trends, water issues, climate change impact and built urban environments like bike paths and walkability. We have large urban and rural divides, expansive highway systems, fledgling public transportation, conservation efforts and agricultural runoff. Stories abound. Health coverage focuses on public health policies and trends, as well as government regulations and program impact on Kansans and Missourians. The journalist also serves as a watchdog for the most vulnerable populations in our region. Beacon stories are revelatory, data-driven, contextual and solutions-driven.

Reporter: Brittany Callan