# Westport Lawsuit Targets City Official

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Podcast: [Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kansas-city-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7559400)
Published: 2026-06-12T20:26:43+00:00
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## Resource

A federal lawsuit in Westport has expanded to include a Kansas City government agency and its former director, Jim Ready, accused of colluding with the Westport Community Improvement District to systematically block Black-owned businesses from operating in the entertainment district. The plaintiffs allege a multi-year conspiracy involving racketeering, antitrust violations, and racial discrimination, claiming Ready’s division used regulatory power to enforce restrictive “Good Neighbor Agreements” and deny licenses to targeted entrepreneurs. A federal judge has now allowed the case to proceed, recognizing the plaintiffs’ argument that city officials and the CID coordinated to bypass licensing rules and control commerce — all under the guise of public safety. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fa044cb42250f6fe

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