First-time homebuyers: Struggling to secure the American dream

New homeownership became less affordable across much of the United States over the last five years.

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TEN Magazine is a quarterly publication that highlights the Kansas City Fed's research and practices through the experiences of everyday people from the region.

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Looking Back: Why the United States has a decentralized central bank

A new TEN series explores pivotal moments and decisions in the history of the Federal Reserve.

30 years later: Tragedy and resilience in Oklahoma City

Kansas City Fed employees who worked at the Oklahoma City Branch share memories and insight from the day of the 1995 bombing.

From the Vault: Back when some checks were head-scratchers

In the years before technology prevailed, the Fed processed some checks written on peculiar materials.

New advisor focusing on Native American communities in Tenth District

Jennifer Chadwick, who joined the Bank this year, is based in the Oklahoma City Branch.

Should I stay or should I go?

Compared with the 1990s, fewer young college graduates are moving out of state for employment.

Costs putting quality, affordable childcare out of reach for many

Problems attaining affordable, quality childcare have been weighing on workers’ engagement in the labor force.

'Girls in Tech' aims to bridge industry gender gap, highlight career opportunities

The 2024 event, led by the KC STEM Alliance, sought to inspire the next generation of female leaders in technology.

Foreign-born women play a key role in the U.S. workforce

Research explores the workforce impact of immigrant women, particularly those with a bachelor’s degree.

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