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Kansas City TodayKansas City is relaxing rules for short-term rentalsMore than 650,000 people could attend the World Cup in Kansas City next summer, and all of them will need a place to stay. That's why the Kansas City Council is changing its rules around short-term rentals to make it easier for residents to host visitors.Dozens of people recently attended a how-to "crash course" offered to Kansas Citians hoping to rent their homes during the World Cup. KCUR's Up To Date host Steve Kraske spoke with reporter Celisa Calacal about how residents are seeking to capitalize on all those visitors on sites like Airbnb.Contact...
2025-11-2513 minKansas City TodayMissouri didn't bother counting prison deaths, until nowFor years, the Missouri Department of Corrections was not actually keeping track of the people who died in state prisons — with partial counts, missing names and flat-out wrong information being standard procedure. That is, until a Marshall Project reporter started asking questions. The Marshall Project engagement reporter Ivy Scott sat down with KCUR’s Nomin Ujiyediin to talk about the effort to get the true numbers, and why they matter.Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news.Kansas City Today is hosted by Brian El...
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKC Today 11242025 - MON: Missouri didn't bother counting prison deaths, until nowFor years, the Missouri Department of Corrections was not actually keeping track of the people who died in state prisons — with partial counts, missing names and flat-out wrong information being standard procedure. That is, until a Marshall Project reporter started asking questions. The Marshall Project engagement reporter Ivy Scott sat down with KCUR’s Nomin Ujiyediin to talk about the effort to get the true numbers, and why they matter.Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news.Kansas City Today is hosted by Brian...
2025-11-2213 minKansas City TodayThe Plaza's new vision, and tax break ask, worry some localsSince purchasing the Country Club Plaza more than a year ago, the Gillion Property group has increased its security and made cosmetic repairs. Now, the company plans major construction that contrasts with the Plaza’s storybook atmosphere, and asking a Kansas City agency for $1.4 billion in tax breaks.The Plaza's new owners recently released construction renderings featuring 10-story buildings and hundreds of new apartments. The owners also want major tax breaks from Port KC to help pay for all of it. KCUR's Up To Date host Steve Kraske spoke with reporters Eric Adler and Chris Higgins from th...
2025-11-2113 minKansas City TodayDowntown Kansas City is plagued by graffitiKansas City officials are waging a war against graffiti, scrubbing surfaces clean only to see them tagged again the next day. Businesses and hotels are fighting back to send the message that downtown is a welcoming, thriving and safe place.In a metro lucky enough to have numerous murals intended to make outside surfaces beautiful, some walls and bridges are being bombarded by random recurring graffiti. KCUR’s Brandon Azim takes us out with the people who are doggedly working to clean it up.Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and ...
2025-11-1911 minKansas City TodayThis Social Security worker helped people through the shutdownNow that the government shutdown is over, tens of thousands of furloughed civil servants are back to work in Kansas City. But that doesn’t mean all is well. KCUR spoke with a Social Security employee who answers the 1-800 line about her experiences working without pay.Chandler McGinnis has worked at the Social Security Administration since 2021. Working from home due to medical accommodations, she takes about 45 calls a day handling benefits, disability claims and death reports. McGinnis tells KCUR's Nomin Ujiyediin about what it was like working during the shutdown, what she hears from callers, and ho...
2025-11-1715 minKansas City TodayIndependence hair museum finds a second life for its unusual artAn Independence museum for artwork made out of human hair recently closed its doors for good. Hear the story of the final days of Leila’s Hair Museum. Plus: Missouri families have to navigate tough food decisions after getting alpha-gal syndrome from ticks.The most unusual attraction in Independence, Missouri, has closed for good. But thanks to the founder's granddaughter, the museum's massive collection of wreaths made out of human hair is finding new homes at museums across the country. KCUR’s Julie Denesha reports on the final days of Leila’s Hair Museum.Often when M...
2025-11-1414 minKansas City TodayKansas City nonprofits stepped up during the shutdownThe longest government shutdown in U.S. history appears to be near an end. But weeks without paychecks and cuts to SNAP benefits put many Kansas Citians in desperate situations — and turning to local support systems like food pantries, mental health services and utility assistance programs.KCUR's Up To Date host Steve Kraske spoke with Kera Mashek, director of communications at United Way of Greater Kansas City, and Maggie Haghirian, chief program officer for Jewish Family Services, about the struggles those nonprofits are facing and how Kansas Citians are feeling.Contact the show at news@kc...
2025-11-1213 minKansas City TodayMexican American veterans lend their voices to Kansas City projectA Kansas City historian is preserving the stories of Mexican Americans who served during Vietnam. The new oral history project is titled "In Their Own Words: Mexican American Vietnam Era Veterans."More than 50,000 U.S. service members died in theater during the Vietnam War. A disproportionate number of those killed and injured were Latino. Ahead of Veterans Day, historian Dr. Gene Chavez and Army veteran Frank Hernandez spoke with Steve Kraske on KCUR's Up To Date about the experiences of Mexican American veterans. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Fac...
2025-11-1112 minKansas City TodayWhat the shutdown has meant for one Kansas City IRS workerAs the government shutdown drags on, what’s the experience like for federal workers — not just the thousands who have been furloughed, but those left behind to carry on the work without pay? KCUR spoke with an IRS customer service agent about her experiences working through the shutdown, and her worries for the future.For federal workers — including the more than 30,000 in the Kansas City area — the impact of the shutdown has been immediate and direct. Many have been furloughed, missing their second paychecks now as the shutdown drags on.But some, like IRS employee Brittany...
2025-11-1014 minKansas City TodayThe Kansas City walking group that's building up a communityA Kansas City therapist started a walking group in a disadvantaged neighborhood that aims to make sure everyone can keep up. We'll take a Friday stroll with the “Marlborough Unstoppables." Plus, a 1962 plane crash heading to Kansas City killed eight crew members and 37 passengers — in what turned out to be the country's first jet bombing.After a series of health scares, one Kansas City mother needed to make a change. But finding a place to walk isn’t easy in her neighborhood east of Troost Avenue. So, as KCUR's Luke Martin reports, Shakea Roper teamed up with her lo...
2025-11-0714 minKansas City TodayKansas City, Kansas, Police's secret misconduct listA major breach of the KCKPD has revealed a list of alleged officer misconduct for the first time, including allegations of sexual harassment, excessive force, false arrests and more. Even still, some accusations of misconduct by known corrupt cops, such as disgraced former detective Roger Golubski, did not make the list.The hack exposed more than a terabyte of data, including the department's highly secret Veracity Disclosure List, commonly known as a Giglio List. KCUR's Peggy Lowe and WIRED editor Andrew Couts spoke with Steve Kraske on KCUR's Up To Date about the information that their investigation...
2025-11-0613 minKansas City TodayIndependence's 4-day school week goes up for a voteThe Independence board of education first approved a four-day school week in December 2022 to help recruit and retain teachers amid a chronic shortage across the state. Whether the district can keep its shortened week, though, will be decided by voters on Tuesday.A Missouri law passed last year requires certain school districts to ask voters to approve a four-day week. So, beginning with the 2026-27 academic year, Independence will need that approval to keep its shorter schedule. Just one other school district in the state has put the issue before voters, and Crystal City residents overwhelmingly supported...
2025-11-0311 minAD FREE-KC2DAY110325 - KC Today - Independence 4-day school week.mp3The Independence board of education first approved a four-day school week in December 2022 to help recruit and retain teachers amid a chronic shortage across the state. Whether the district can keep its shortened week, though, will be decided by voters on Nov. 4.A Missouri law passed last year requires certain school districts to ask voters to approve a four-day week. So, beginning with the 2026-27 academic year, Independence will need that approval to keep its shorter schedule. Just one other school district in the state has put the issue before voters, and Crystal City residents overwhelmingly supported...
2025-11-0109 minKansas City TodayHow Kansas City got swept into the NYC mayoral raceKansas City has been in the national news a lot lately, including one surprising place: stories about the New York City mayoral race. Many national news outlets, most of them conservative-leaning, have zeroed in on candidate Zohran Mamdani’s proposals for free bus fare and government-run grocery stores, and they’re using Kansas City as a negative example of both.New York City’s 2025 election has captured nationwide attention. That’s mostly thanks to candidate Zohran Mamdani, a state assemblymember and democratic socialist who leads his opponents by double digits in virtually every poll. KCUR's Savannah Hawley-Bates explains...
2025-10-3111 minAD FREE-KC2DAYKC Today – 103125 – FRI – How KC got swept into the NYC mayoral debate.mp3Kansas City has been in the national news a lot lately, including one surprising place: stories about the New York City mayoral race. Many national news outlets, most of them conservative-leaning, have zeroed in on candidate Zohran Mamdani’s proposals for free bus fare and government-run grocery stores, and they’re using Kansas City as a negative example of both.New York City’s 2025 election has captured nationwide attention. That’s mostly thanks to candidate Zohran Mamdani, a state assemblymember and democratic socialist who leads his opponents by double digits in virtually every poll. KCUR's Savannah Hawley-Bates explains...
2025-10-3109 minKansas City TodayKansas City's Throttle Dome offers a legal space for car sideshowsA Kansas City car salesman has opened a business hosting legal car sideshows. He hopes the space will make city streets safer, after years of complaints from businesses and residents about crowds and violence.Screeching tires, drifting and loud smoking engines are the stuff of spinning car sideshows. But this time they’re not coming from downtown intersections. KCUR's Brandon Azim reports from inside Kansas City’s newest car pit, where doing donuts is legal.Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news.Kansas City Tod...
2025-10-2911 minKansas City TodayWhy a Kansas college runner collapsed in extreme heatA Kansas college cross-country runner collapsed from exertional heat stroke during a blistering hot practice in August. Former athletes and trainers say this doesn't surprise them. Delia Montes was one of two cross-country athletes at Dodge City Community College who were treated for heat-related conditions last summer after practicing on the hottest day of the year. Former athletes and trainers said this did not surprise them. KCUR's Carlos Moreno spoke with reporter Sam Zeff about a three-month investigation with The Midwest Newsroom into why coaches made her run on a dangerously hot day that nearly cost her...
2025-10-2813 minKansas City TodayShutdown consequences reach into Johnson CountyThe federal government is going on four weeks of being shut down. Beyond the 30,000 federal workers around Kansas City who are working without pay, the shutdown also has trickle-down consequences for local mental health departments.The Johnson County Mental Health Center provides counseling, substance use treatment, psychiatric medication and other services. It also runs a 988 suicide hotline, and is anticipating a 14% rise in calls to that number and its local crisis line by the end of the year. KCUR's Nomin Ujiyediiin spoke with center Director Tim DeWeese, who says the federal shutdown is stressing out the center’s...
2025-10-2713 minKansas City TodayDing ding! Make way for the streetcarThe traffic cones have all but left Main Street as the Streetcar Extension opens after more than three years of construction, but now drivers will face a new obstacle: transit-only lanes. Plus: Raising giant pumpkins is a labor of love for some Midwest growers, and the pumpkins keep getting bigger and bigger. The KC Streetcar’s Main Street Extension opens today and will take riders all the way from the River Market to the University of Missouri-Kansas City. KCUR’s Savannah Hawley-Bates reports on the new rules for drivers along that route.It's peak pumpkin seas...
2025-10-2414 minKansas City TodayMissouri voters want to overturn gerrymandered mapThousands of volunteers in Missouri are trying to get enough signatures to force a statewide vote on a congressional map, which state lawmakers recently gerrymandered to favor Republicans. But state officials aren't making it easy for them. Plus: U.S. farmers are experimenting with short corn. It's corn, but shorter!Missouri lawmakers recently gerrymandered the state’s congressional map after President Donald Trump set off a nationwide redistricting battle to try to maintain control of the U.S. House in the 2026 midterms. Volunteers are spreading across Missouri to try to get enough signatures for a statewide referendum. KC...
2025-10-2213 minKansas City TodayMissouri state-funded vouchers are going to religious schoolsMissouri legislators recently approved the use of millions in state funding for MOScholars, a K-12 school scholarship program that had previously been supported by tax-deductible donations. But an investigation found that nearly all of those state-funded vouchers were used for religious schools.The majority of the six educational assistance organizations, which administer the scholarships, have religious affiliations. KCUR's Nomin Ujiyediin spoke with the Missouri Independent reporter Annelise Hanshaw about the impact of direct state funding for these private-school vouchers. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news...
2025-10-2113 minKansas City TodayHow an anti-fascist mural ended up in Kansas CityThe University of Missouri–Kansas City recently restored one of the last remaining murals of a nearly forgotten Spanish painter. Hear the story of Luis Quintanilla and how he ended up in Kansas City.In a corner of the University of Missouri-Kansas City, there’s a forgotten piece of art history: one of the last surviving murals of a Spanish artist who escaped fascism to come to the U.S. From the KCUR podcast A People’s History of Kansas City, Nomin Ujiyediin brings us this story.Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR o...
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Kansas City TodayKC TODAY - 101325 - MON_Why is Missouri demanding abortion patient records_-18The Missouri attorney general’s office is demanding Planned Parenthood hand over patient medical records and other documents for a pending court trial. We speak to a reporter to find out more about the case. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.See om...
2025-10-1112 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY 101025 - FRI_Why are four Kansas school districts being investigated?Four Kansas school districts say they haven’t received any complaints about their gender identity policies. But the federal government is investigating them anyway — and it has threatened to withhold federal funding from them. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love, Jacob Smollen and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker, Madeline Fox and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.
2025-10-1008 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY 100925 - THU - And the award for Kansas Teacher of the Year goes toKansas' 2026 Teacher of the Year is Rachel Marlow, a music teacher at an Olathe elementary school. Her students say she's deserving of the award because she goes above and beyond in her classes. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love, Jacob Smollen and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker, Madeline Fox and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.
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A People's History of Kansas CityThis mural defies fascistsArtist Luis Quintanilla fled Spain to escape fascism and civil war, but most of his work did not survive. Today, only two of his murals remain in the world, one of which sits in an otherwise ordinary corner on the campus of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. 85 years later, Quintanilla’s bizarre and enthralling masterpiece stands as a testament to immigrants, and a warning against authoritarianism. KCUR’s Nomin Ujiyediin reports.
2025-10-0830 minKansas City Today100725 - TUE_Girls' flag football is taking the field in KansasMany Kansas students are getting excited about girls’ flag football, which was launched in the state with help and funding from the Kansas City Chiefs. Learn about the sport and its rising popularity. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love, Jacob Smollen and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker, Madeline Fox and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.S...
2025-10-0709 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 100325 - FRI_How to explore a Lawrence museum's hidden treasuresMuseums usually keep art behind glass or tucked in storage, but one Lawrence museum lets people get closer. We'll take a trip to “Open Fridays” at the Spencer Museum. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat
2025-10-0310 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 100225 - THU__Voters recalled Frank White Jr. Now things could get messyFrank White Jr. has been unseated as Jackson County Executive after losing a special recall election on Tuesday. However, he's fighting the election in court, while county legislators move forward with picking his replacement — a process that could include little public input. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR...
2025-10-0212 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 100125 - WED_What will it take to get rural Missouri and Kansas onlineFederal dollars will help bring internet connection to rural communities across the U.S. But new guidance from the Trump administration is asking states to consider the lowest-cost options. What's the status of efforts to fund broadband infrastructure? Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/dona...
2025-10-0110 minA People's History of Kansas CityThis mural defies fascistsArtist Luis Quintanilla fled Spain to escape fascism and civil war, but most of his work did not survive. Today, only two of his murals remain in the world, one of which sits in an otherwise ordinary corner on the campus of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. 85 years later, Quintanilla’s bizarre and enthralling masterpiece stands as a testament to immigrants, and a warning against authoritarianism. KCUR’s Nomin Ujiyediin reports.
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A People's History of Kansas CityThis mural defies fascistsArtist Luis Quintanilla fled Spain to escape fascism and civil war, but most of his work did not survive. Today, only two of his murals remain in the world, one of which sits in an otherwise ordinary corner on the campus of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. 85 years later, Quintanilla’s bizarre and enthralling masterpiece stands as a testament to immigrants, and a warning against authoritarianism. KCUR’s Nomin Ujiyediin reports.Support this podcast by becoming a KCUR member!: https://kcurwebdonate.umkc.edu/alleg/WebModule/Donate.aspx?P=F13SOCIAL&PAGETYPE=PLG&CHECK=8cudlVFocLfjxn40cNGmMa1gzMC6uhq5nDjk...
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AD FREE - PHKC - YOUTUBE - RSSThis mural defies fascistsArtist Luis Quintanilla fled Spain to escape fascism and civil war, but most of his work did not survive. Today, only two of his murals remain in the world, one of which sits in an otherwise ordinary corner on the campus of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. 85 years later, Quintanilla’s bizarre and enthralling masterpiece stands as a testament to immigrants, and a warning against authoritarianism. KCUR’s Nomin Ujiyediin reports.Support this podcast by becoming a KCUR member!: https://kcurwebdonate.umkc.edu/alleg/WebModule/Donate.aspx?P=F13SOCIAL&PAGETYPE=PLG&CHECK=8cudlVFocLfjxn40cNGmMa1gzMC6uhq5nDjk...
2025-09-2630 minA People's History of Kansas CityThis mural defies fascistsArtist Luis Quintanilla fled Spain to escape fascism and civil war, but most of his work did not survive. Today, only two of his murals remain in the world, one of which sits in an otherwise ordinary corner on the campus of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. 85 years later, Quintanilla’s bizarre and enthralling masterpiece stands as a testament to immigrants, and a warning against authoritarianism. KCUR’s Nomin Ujiyediin reports.Support this podcast by becoming a KCUR member!: https://kcurwebdonate.umkc.edu/alleg/WebModule/Donate.aspx?P=F13SOCIAL&PAGETYPE=PLG&CHECK=8cudlVFocLfjxn40cNGmMa1gzMC6uhq5nDjk...
2025-09-2630 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 091925 - FRI - A Kansas City spin on 'American Gothic' and 'The Last Supper'Kansas City, Kansas, artist Harold Smith’s new series of paintings puts a personal spin on iconic works from art history — adding in his friends and neighbors. You can see these "Around the Way Folk, Saints in Uncommon Places" on display now at the Mulvane Art Museum in Topeka. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Gabe Rosenberg, Emily Younker and Madeline Fox. You can...
2025-09-1909 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 091825 - THU - Kansas ACLU goes against Trump on cashless bailPresident Donald Trump says that cashless bail is leading to a rise in crime, and wants to see it ended nationwide. But a study from the American Civil Liberties Union of Kansas found the opposite, and argues that cash bail for nonviolent crimes is hurting low-income residents. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Gabe Rosenberg, Emily Younker and Madeline Fox. You can sup...
2025-09-1810 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 091725 - WED_A death in the Wyandotte County JailCritical questions remain about how a 50-year-old Kansas City, Kansas, man died in the Wyandotte County Jail more than two months ago. Charles Adair’s death has been ruled a homicide, but new details reveal striking similarities to the death of George Floyd in 2020. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Gabe Rosenberg, Emily Younker and Madeline Fox. You can support Kansas City Today...
2025-09-1709 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 091625 - TUE_What will happen to Kansas' small family-run newspapersKansas has lost about 50 newspapers in the past 20 years. And as the owners of many small, family-owned papers get older, it’s uncertain who will keep the presses running when they retire. Plus: Missouri Republicans shattered norms when they pushed through redistricting and amendment changes in a special session — and it could have long-term consequences. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Gabe Rosenberg, Emily Younker...
2025-09-1612 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 091225 - FRI - Troost may once again divide Kansas CityTroost Avenue in Kansas City was a historic dividing line during the era of racial segregation. Now, as Missouri Republicans look to pass a gerrymandered new congressional map, this avenue would once again split Kansas City. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Gabe Rosenberg, Emily Younker and Madeline Fox. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/dona...
2025-09-1212 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 091125 - THU - Kansas doulas helping Indigenous womenIndigenous maternal mortality rates have been rising in Kansas for at least two decades. A group of Kansas women is training to bridge modern medicine and cultural practices in birth. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Gabe Rosenberg, Emily Younker and Madeline Fox. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.See omnystudio.com/list...
2025-09-1108 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 091025 - WED - Will Kansas Republicans try for another gerrymander?Kansas Republicans already redrew Rep. Sharice Davids' district in 2022. But the state's sole Democratic Congress member held onto her seat anyways. So while Missouri Republicans push through their own gerrymander, some Kansas leaders want to try again. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Gabe Rosenberg, Emily Younker and Madeline Fox. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org...
2025-09-1013 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY 090925 - TUE__-Bye to BaileyAndrew Bailey officially left the Missouri attorney general's office yesterday to take on a new position at the FBI. In just a few years, Bailey defined himself through loyalty to President Trump, and his opposition to abortion and racial diversity. Both his admirers and detractors believe he could make a major national impact. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker and Madeline Fox....
2025-09-0910 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY 090525 - FRI_The Kansas museum that's saving Civil War flagsDozens of rare and historic Civil War battle flags stored at the Kansas Museum of History in Topeka are falling apart and in desperate need of restoration. Learn more about the museum’s preservation efforts. Plus: The Kansas Jayhawks and Missouri Tigers will face off on the football field this weekend for the first time since 2011. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker and M...
2025-09-0512 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 090425 - THU - Why Missouri utility companies are monopoliesWhen consumers get their utility bills every month, it’s not always clear why energy costs as much as it does — and there are usually no other options. Why? The upfront investment and barriers to entry create natural energy industry monopolies. Plus: Learn why local fruits and veggies are often more expensive than produce shipped thousands of miles. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Y...
2025-09-0412 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 090325 - WED_The group targeting Missouri's recidivism rateMore than 30% of formerly incarcerated Missourians return to prison within three years. It can be hard for these individuals to find a path to reentry, but one group seems to have landed on a solution that’s beginning to keep offenders out of prison for good. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today...
2025-09-0309 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY_082925 - Fri - _In the early 1900s, three Wyandot Nation sisters barricaded themselves in a tribal burial ground in downtown Kansas City, Kansas to save it from destruction. Learn more about the new art installation that tells the story of the Conley sisters. Also, paid sick leave ended in Missouri, months after it went into effect. A workers' group wants to put the benefit before voters again as a constitutional amendment, which Republican lawmakers have vowed to fight. What workers have to say about losing their sick leave Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Fac...
2025-08-2913 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 081125 - MON_Fierce competition to be Kansas' next governorKansas Governor Laura Kelly only has one more year in office, and candidates are already lining up to replace her. We’ll learn about the crowded race to succeed the Democratic governor. Zane Irwin of the Kansas News Service spoke with Steve Kraske about who's who in Kansas race for governor on KCUR's daily talk show Up To Date. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and e...
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKC TODAY - 081125 - MON_Fierce competition to be Kansas' next governorKansas Governor Laura Kelly only has one more year in office, and candidates are already lining up to replace her. We’ll learn about the crowded race to succeed the Democratic governor. Zane Irwin of the Kansas News Service spoke with Steve Kraske about who's who in Kansas race for governor on KCUR's daily talk show Up To Date. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and e...
2025-08-1015 minKansas City TodayKC-TODAY-080525-TUE-Accessing non-medical gender-affirming care in MissouriMissouri has banned medical gender-affirming health care for youth and some adults since 2023. But there are plenty of other forms of gender-affirming care happening in the state, and advocates say it’s saving lives. Plus: Missouri’s Medicaid program is about to go through a major change with the advent of federally imposed work requirements. In 2023, the Missouri Legislature passed a law banning medical gender-affirming care, such as hormone therapy, surgeries and puberty blockers. The ban impacts minors, as well as incarcerated adults and those using Medicaid. Advocates say non-medical forms of gender affirmation, such as haircuts, clot...
2025-08-0511 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 080125 - FRI__-18The Springs Aquatic Center in Kansas City is a popular place for kids to cool off or take a dive. Hear from the families spending their summer poolside. Plus: This year's All-Star game displayed an automated system to help umpires call balls and strikes. Could this system be used by the Kansas City Royals in future seasons? Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox...
2025-08-0113 minKansas City TodayKC-TODAY-073125-THU-What led to the Family Dollar store collapseA Family Dollar store in Kansas City collapsed last weekend, killing a 68-year-old man and critically injuring a 50-year-old woman. Two days before the collapse, a city building inspector was dispatched to the property. Multiple people raised concerns about the structural integrity of the Family Dollar store on Broadway Boulevard in Kansas City before it partially collapsed Sunday. "The roof is weakened to such an extent that it could compromise the load bearing capability of the entire roof support system," a city inspector wrote. The inspector said the entire building was in danger. Up To...
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKC-TODAY-073125-THU-What led to the Family Dollar store collapseA Family Dollar store in Kansas City collapsed last weekend, killing a 68-year-old man and critically injuring a 50-year-old woman. Two days before the collapse, a city building inspector was dispatched to the property. Multiple people raised concerns about the structural integrity of the Family Dollar store on Broadway Boulevard in Kansas City before it partially collapsed Sunday. "The roof is weakened to such an extent that it could compromise the load bearing capability of the entire roof support system," a city inspector wrote. The inspector said the entire building was in danger. Up To...
2025-07-3112 minKansas City TodayKC-TODAY-073025-WED-GOP redistricting could target Kansas City's U.S. House seatMissouri is one of many states facing pressure from President Donald Trump to redistrict before the 2026 midterm elections. The 5th Congressional District, which encompasses Kansas City, could be targeted. The state of Missouri is divided into eight congressional districts, six of which are held by Republicans and two by Democrats. Missouri lawmakers are being pressured by Trump to target Democratic Rep. Emanual Cleaver's seat in the 5th Congressional District, which represents Kansas City. It is part of a larger push to redistrict in multiple states to keep Republicans in power, even if the 2026 midterms are strong for...
2025-07-3012 minKansas City TodayKC-TODAY-072925-TUE_How Black teens feel about a new law protecting natural hairMissouri recently became the 28th state to pass the CROWN Act, banning discrimination against Black students' hair. We'll head to Kansas City salon to hear how local teens are reacting. Plus: Farmers worry that Trump's on-and-off tariffs could hurt America's reputation with one of their biggest buyers, China. Hair salons and their Black clients are relieved Missouri has passed a law prohibiting discrimination against natural hair styles for Black people. The CROWN Act bans hair discrimination in schools, but not in the workplace. KCUR's Brandon Azim visited one salon to talk to clients about the new law.
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKC-TODAY-072925-TUE_How Black teens feel about a new law protecting natural hairMissouri recently became the 28th state to pass the CROWN Act, banning discrimination against Black students' hair. We'll head to Kansas City salon to hear how local teens are reacting. Plus: Farmers worry that Trump's on-and-off tariffs could hurt America's reputation with one of their biggest buyers, China. Hair salons and their Black clients are relieved Missouri has passed a law prohibiting discrimination against natural hair styles for Black people. The CROWN Act bans hair discrimination in schools, but not in the workplace. KCUR's Brandon Azim visited one salon to talk to clients about the new law.
2025-07-2912 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 072525 - fri_The Kansas senator who helped pass the ADAThe late Kansas Sen. Bob Dole was a champion for disability rights. One of his biggest accomplishments was getting the Americans with Disabilities Act passed, 35 years ago this week. We'll look back on the role Kansas played in this landmark civil rights law. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by...
2025-07-2511 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY 72425 THU_Traveling hours to see a doctor in KansasIn western Kansas, rural hospitals have been closing or are perpetually understaffed, leaving residents to drive anywhere from an hour to multiple hours for doctors appointments. Plus: Scientists are working on a new framework that factors climate trends into how we think about drought. Western Kansas is the place for a quiet, rural lifestyle. But with that comes shortages when you need to see a doctor. Rural Kansans on average travel twice as far for medical care than their urban counterparts. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have found that largely due to this...
2025-07-2413 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY WED_072325_How the funding clawback hurts rural public media stationsPublic radio and television stations in rural areas may be hit the hardest after Congress clawed back $1 billion for public broadcasting. High Plains Public Radio, which broadcasts in western Kansas, lost 15% of its operating costs, according to executive director Quentin Hope. And in southern Missouri, general manager Rachel Knight says Ozarks Public Radio has lost 10% of its budget and Ozarks Public Television has lost one-third of its budget. Hope and Knight sat down with Up To Date host Steve Kraske to discuss the impacts of the rescission on their rural stations. Contact the...
2025-07-2312 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY 072225_Will the U.S. privatize the Postal ServiceTalks of overhauling the U.S. Postal Service have picked up since President Donald Trump began his second term. With service cutbacks already underway and privatization on the table, rural residents are bracing for more disruptions. Plus: There are more than 40 species of fireflies in Missouri, but for the past few years, people have been concerned about the populations diminishing. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Carter Galloway and KCUR Studios, and edi...
2025-07-2212 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 071825 - FRI - AI-aided art will greet Kansas City streetcar ridersSome artists shy away from using AI. Kansas City photographer and digital artist David Morris embraces it. Hear how a local creative harnesses AI to bring his vision to life, and where you can see it. Plus: A Kansas City bookselling icon is retiring after years of tracking down Black books and vinyl. Now, a new generation is stepping up to preserve her legacy. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and...
2025-07-1813 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY THU 071725_Can Kansas City's transportation death spiral be fixedIn recent years, most Kansas City suburbs have cut transportation funding, which means fewer and slower buses. Local officials are racing to fix that. Plus: High school graduation rates in Kansas are higher than ever. But some people worry that the growth of credit recovery programs could be lowering standards for students. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Carter Galloway and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Ros...
2025-07-1713 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY WED 071625_Multibillion-dollar Panasonic plant opens in KansasPanasonic's highly anticipated $4 billion electric vehicle battery plant opened in De Soto, Kansas, this week. But problems with Tesla, tariffs and tax breaks have investors worried. Leaders of the plant believe it's just a bump in the road. The Kansas News Service's Zane Irwin covered the grand opening of the Panasonic plant, which aims to employ 4,000 people and have eight fully operational production lines by the end of 2026. He discussed its potential, future and possible challenges with Up to Date host Steve Kraske. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Fac...
2025-07-1610 minKansas City TodayKCTODAY TUE 71525_Trump's budget may shutter this Missouri environmental labScientists in a Columbia, Missouri, lab have studied how toxic chemicals affect animals and ecosystems since the 1960s. But President Trump's proposed budget would likely mean lights out. Plus: Hydroelectric power is a mainstay of the United States electrical grid, but federal hurdles could take plants offline. The White House wants to cut the budget of the Ecosystems Mission Area, the research arm of the Department of the Interior, by 90%. KBIA’s Harshawn Ratanpal reports about the potential threat to the Columbia Environmental Research Center. Hydropower is one of the oldest sources of energy. It da...
2025-07-1511 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY 071425 - MON_-How Missouri governors 'quietly dismantled' an ethics watchdogA new report raised concerns that Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe and his predecessor have failed to fill vacancies at the Missouri Ethics Commission. As a result, the state watchdog has been unable to investigate dozens of complaints of ethical misconduct. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCU...
2025-07-1211 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 071125 - FRI - Amateur archaeologists are digging into Kansas historyCrews of volunteers are digging into the ruins of a 168-year-old mansion in Lecompton, Kansas, that belonged to a territorial governor. The work is done through the Kansas Historical Society's annual archaeological field school. Plus: Children’s author Derrick Barnes from Kansas City is known for books that are all about making Black kids feel seen. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily...
2025-07-1113 minKansas City TodayKCTODAY THU 071025_Why Jackson County is having a recall vote on Frank White JrJackson County’s top elected official is facing a recall election. County Executive Frank White Jr. says it’s a political vendetta, while lawmakers say it’s actually about property taxes. But will it actually happen next month? The Jackson County Legislature this week approved a special election to recall White. Lawmakers set the election date for Aug. 26, but the county election board said that date is unlikely to work with such a quick turnaround. Up to Date host Steve Kraske sat down with Jackson County Legislative Chair DaRon McGee to talk about White...
2025-07-1011 minKansas City TodayKCTODAY WED 070925_The Overland Park teen fighting to protect cancer funding_-18The Trump administration proposed slashing billions of dollars from federal health agencies. A high school student from Overland Park has been pushing lawmakers to preserve cancer research funding. Plus, we remember a beloved Kansas City jazz who died after a long battle with cancer. Matthew Chen, a senior at Blue Valley North High School, knows the importance of cancer research firsthand — he’s been working with the University of Kansas Cancer Center for two years to look into the disease. KCUR’s Jodi Fortino talked with Chen about what federal cuts could mean for research like his. ...
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKCTODAY WED 070925_The Overland Park teen fighting to protect cancer funding_-18The Trump administration proposed slashing billions of dollars from federal health agencies. A high school student from Overland Park has been pushing lawmakers to preserve cancer research funding. Plus, we remember a beloved Kansas City jazz who died after a long battle with cancer. Matthew Chen, a senior at Blue Valley North High School, knows the importance of cancer research firsthand — he’s been working with the University of Kansas Cancer Center for two years to look into the disease. KCUR’s Jodi Fortino talked with Chen about what federal cuts could mean for research like his. ...
2025-07-0912 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY TUE 070825_Missouri activists step up to comfort ICE detainees_-18President Trump's mass deportation efforts have led to the arrests of tens of thousands of immigrants, some of whom end up at the Phelps County Jail in Rolla, Missouri. Now some local activists are trying to provide comfort and assistance to detainees stuck in an unfamiliar place. A group known as Abide By Love is providing ICE detainees in Missouri with food, hygiene products, clothing, and access to phone calls and texting to contact their families. St. Louis Public Radio’s Jonathan Ahl reports. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and ...
2025-07-0811 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 063025 - Kansas City Chiefs and Royals Play Hard to GetThe Kansas City Chiefs asked the state of Kansas to extend its offer for a stadium funding incentives package, catching Missouri lawmakers off guard after they passed a funding measure of their own. But neither the Chiefs nor the Royals have made any location commitments yet. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kan...
2025-06-2811 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 062725 - FRI_ Trans kids grapple with bans on their medical careNext year, transgender teens in Kansas will no longer be able to access puberty blockers and hormone treatments for gender-affirming care. One family in Wichita is worried about navigating the changes. Plus, aircraft manufacturing is a big part of the Kansas economy, but new tariffs by the Trump administration have some companies scrambling. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gab...
2025-06-2712 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY_062625 - THU_Giving Kansas City kids a career boostAn organization that provides teenagers with internship opportunities has grown to be one of the metro's largest summer employers of youth. But are there enough positions to go around for students with the same dream career? Take a deep dive into ProX. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by bec...
2025-06-2609 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 062525 - WED_Investigating the cost of KCPD car crashes_-18The Kansas City Police Department pays out settlements for crashes for which it takes responsibility. A 10-month KCUR investigation uncovered how often Kansas City police wreck their vehicles — and the cost to taxpayers. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.See om...
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKC TODAY - 062525 - WED_Investigating the cost of KCPD car crashes_-18The Kansas City Police Department pays out settlements for crashes for which it takes responsibility. A 10-month KCUR investigation uncovered how often Kansas City police wreck their vehicles — and the cost to taxpayers. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.See om...
2025-06-2509 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 062425 - TUE_A Kansas City nurse's Middle East experienceAs missile attacks intensified between Israel and Iran last week, a Kansas City-area nurse was providing aid in Jordan. She describes her experience in the country situated between two warring nations. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.See omnystudio...
2025-06-2412 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 062025 - FRI_Gay rights activism at Kansas collegesThe “Lawrence Gay Liberation Front” at the University of Kansas has, under various names, challenged misconceptions about LGBTQ+ communities for 45 years. Now, a new book tells those students' stories. Plus: A Kansas museum dedicated to the Wizard of Oz is showcasing a movie prop never before seen by the public. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You c...
2025-06-1913 minKansas City TodayKC Today - 061925 - THU - What has Kansas City's reparations commission done_-18Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas convened a reparations commission back in May 2023, with the goal of producing recommendations on how the city could repair harms from racism. But two years later, much of that work has yet to begin. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR...
2025-06-1912 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 061825 - WED - Reclaiming Native landNative Americans in the U.S. lost much of their land by the 20th century, as portions of their reservations were sold. But in the Midwest, more tribes are reclaiming their ancestral territory as the “Land Back” movement gains momentum. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR...
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKC TODAY - 061725 - TUE_A threat to journalism in Kansas CityThe U.S. House voted to take back $1.1 billion from public broadcasting stations like NPR and KCUR. Now, the rescission package heads to the U.S. Senate. KCUR's CEO and news director explain what's happening and what it means for this station — plus how we approach our journalism. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You ca...
2025-06-1712 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 061725 - TUE_A threat to journalism in Kansas CityThe U.S. House voted to take back $1.1 billion from public broadcasting stations like NPR and KCUR. Now, the rescission package heads to the U.S. Senate. KCUR's CEO and news director explain what's happening and what it means for this station — plus how we approach our journalism. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You ca...
2025-06-1712 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 061625 - MON - DOGE hits the Labor Department in Kansas CityMany federal workers in Kansas City are seeing their jobs and departments cut and their work devalued under the Trump administration. We're bringing you another conversation about DOGE's impacts in town — this time with a local union representative for the U.S. Department of Labor. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas Ci...
2025-06-1511 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 061325 - FRI - 'No Kings' protests in Kansas City“No Kings” protesters will take to the streets around the country this Saturday to push back against the policies of the Trump administration. Several protests are planned around Kansas City, including at the Country Club Plaza. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/dona...
2025-06-1312 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 061225 - THU - How Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' could hurt Kansans on MedicaidFederal lawmakers are considering billions of dollars in Medicaid cuts, a proposal that has divided Republicans. Some Kansans who rely on the program are afraid they’ll lose coverage or benefits. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Madeline Fox, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.See omnystudio.co...
2025-06-1209 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 061125 - WED - 'Dire conditions' at a Kansas ICE prisonImmigrant detainees at the federal penitentiary in Leavenworth, Kansas, have reported denied medical care, prolonged detention and unequal treatment. It's drawing serious scrutiny to the conditions in ICE custody, and the ACLU is calling for changes. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org...
2025-06-1112 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 061025 - TUE - More Kansas City gardeners should embrace native plants_-18A Kansas City gardener had a lightbulb moment: If she chose native plants for her yard, it would be better for wildlife. Now it’s home to birds, frogs, bees, and many butterflies. Plus: Farmers have been taking on more debt, while their incomes have been shrinking over the last few years. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Ro...
2025-06-1013 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY 060925 - MON_Fear in Kansas City's immigration courtsReports of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity at Kansas City immigration courts are causing some people to miss routine hearings out of fear, leading to orders for their deportation. Attorneys and advocates are trying to help. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: k...
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKC TODAY - 060525 - FRI - 50 years of Kansas City PrideFestKansas City's PrideFest kicks off this weekend. But as the festival celebrates its 50th anniversary, organizers say that anti-LGBTQ rhetoric has cost the group $200,000 in sponsorships. On KCUR's Up To Date, Steve Kraske spoke with James Herran, PrideFest organizer and director of education & public relations at Our Spot KC, about the hostile political climate that surrounds Pride celebrations this year and how they're making due. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced...
2025-06-0612 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 060525 - FRI - 50 years of Kansas City PrideFestKansas City's PrideFest kicks off this weekend. But as the festival celebrates its 50th anniversary, organizers say that anti-LGBTQ rhetoric has cost the group $200,000 in sponsorships. On KCUR's Up To Date, Steve Kraske spoke with James Herran, PrideFest organizer and director of education & public relations at Our Spot KC, about the hostile political climate that surrounds Pride celebrations this year and how they're making due. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced...
2025-06-0612 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 060525 - THU ___- Will Missouri protect Bayer from pesticide lawsuits?Bayer’s herbicide Roundup has been subject to tens of thousands of lawsuits alleging it causes cancer. A Missouri bill to shield Bayer from some of those lawsuits didn't pass during the spring legislative session — but it could be reintroduced in the future. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by b...
2025-06-0509 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 060425 - WED_A Pothole SolutionKansas City officials say they have filled potholes and cracks on 25% of the city’s streets as part of an ambitious road repair project...but experts and residents have concerns. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.See omnystudio.com/lis...
2025-06-0409 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 060325 - TUE__Patricia Prewitt walks freePatricia Prewitt spent decades imprisoned in Missouri for a murder she says she didn’t commit. She was granted clemency in December, and compiled a book of letters detailing her experience. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.See omnystudio.com...
2025-06-0312 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 060225 - MON - Kansas City's stadium saga heads to high-stakes special sessionThe Missouri General Assembly is beginning a special session today, with the primary mission of passing an incentive package for the two Kansas City teams. But after years of drama over new stadiums, and a looming deadline on the Kansas side, the stakes are high. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas...
2025-05-3111 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 053025 - FRI - Ivanhoe residents work toward changeThe Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council has faced several challenges in recent years, but the community it serves is coming together to find trust and hope for the future in each other. Learn how Ivanhoe is inspiring the next generation. Plus: how dairy workers and owners are navigating the second Trump presidency. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. Yo...
2025-05-3013 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY_052925 - Thu - Abortion access halted again in MissouriThe Missouri Supreme Court ordered a Jackson County judge to lift her rulings that allowed abortions to resume in the state. Why did the court decide to put the ban back into effect for now? Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.
2025-05-2910 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY 052825 - WED - ICE detains Kansas City, Kansas, crime victimPresident Donald Trump has said his mass deportation campaign prioritizes immigrants who have committed violent crimes. But the family of a crime victim in Kansas City, Kansas, said authorities detained him, even though he was about to receive immigration protections. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a...
2025-05-2809 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 052725 - TUE - John Patterson_-18Missouri House Speaker Jon Patterson, a Republican representing Lee's Summit, says that next year's vote on whether to ban abortion again might not be the end of efforts around how the state regulates the procedure. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg. You can support Kansas City Today by becoming a KCUR member: kcur.org/donate.
2025-05-2414 minKansas City TodayKC TODAY - 052325 - FRI - _The lesbian publishing company that started in Kansas CityIn the 1970s, a Kansas City woman helped create Naiad Press, the largest lesbian publishing company in the world. Her goal was to tell more positive stories about queer love. Plus: Hundreds of people attend the weekly bingo night at the American Legion in Olathe, and they come to win. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR Studios, and edited by Lisa Rodriguez, Emily Younker and Gabe Rosenberg.
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKC TODAY -050925 - FRI - He visited his grandpa's grave in Mexico. The U.S. blocked his returnA Roeland Park man legally protected under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals was not allowed to reenter the United States after visiting a family grave in Mexico. He's now suing the Trump Administration. Hear what Evenezer Cortez Martinez has to say about his experience. Cortez Martinez and his attorney Rekha Sharma-Crawford spoke with KCUR's Nomin Ujiyediin about the deportation and lawsuit. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and...
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AD FREE-KC2DAYKC TODAY - 050625 - TUE -What federal cuts to public media mean for Kansas CityLast week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Corporation For Public Broadcasting to cease direct and indirect funding for NPR and its member stations. Sarah Morris, General Manager for KCUR 89.3 and 91.9 Classical KC, spoke with Steve Kraske on Up To Date about the legality of Trump's order and what it could mean for public media stations around the country. Contact the show at news@kcur.org. Follow KCUR on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news. Kansas City Today is hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin. It is produced by Byron Love and KCUR...
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