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Kansas City Today

KCUR Studios
Kansas City
Missouri
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Kansas City, United States
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Jackson County
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Kansas City Today is a daily news podcast from KCUR Studios bringing you all things Kansas City, wrapped up in 15 minutes or less. Whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, it’ll be waiting in your feed every weekday. Hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin.

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Latest Episodes

A federal appeals court has again sided with Missouri Republicans, ruling the state must use the GOP-leaning congressional map passed by lawmakers last year. Plus: how new limits on federal student loans are impacting future physicians in Kansas.

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Communities are killing data center proposals faster than ever. But in a struggling small town, the idea of investment measured in billions of dollars can dwarf anything city leaders had ever hoped to attract previously. Hear the appeal data centers ... more

Public school funding continues to fall across the U.S., with Missouri facing its own tight budget. Schools are facing tough decisions like collecting more in taxes, reducing staff members and programs, closing buildings — or all of the above.

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McClatchy, one of the biggest newspaper companies in the country, laid off dozens of journalists last week, including several in Kansas City. These decisions not only affect the news you see, but also the way that local government functions.

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Kris Kobach
Sitting Republican candidate for Kansas Attorney General
Republican Party/Attorney General candidate
Episode: The race for Kansas' top law enforcement job
Chris Mann
Democratic challenger for Kansas Attorney General
Democratic Party
Episode: The race for Kansas' top law enforcement job
Rachel Kramer
Reporter for Harvest Public Media
Harvest Public Media
Episode: The monarch highway loses speed
Chip Taylor
Founding director of Monarch Watch at the University of Kansas
Monarch Watch / University of Kansas
Episode: The monarch highway loses speed
Susan Helm
Co-president of Monarch Watch project
Monarch Watch
Episode: The monarch highway loses speed
Rachel Harris
Chief landscape architect in roadside development for the Iowa Department of Transportation
Iowa Department of Transportation
Episode: The monarch highway loses speed
Jed Bauer
President of the National Corn Growers Association
National Corn Growers Association
Episode: High prices are squeezing farmers and people on fixed incomes
Vance Emke
Farmer from western Kansas
Episode: High prices are squeezing farmers and people on fixed incomes
Sarah Cliff
New York Times health reporter who researched and reported the story
The New York Times
Episode: Inside the New York Times investigation of Roger Marshall

Host

Nomin Ujiyediin
Host of Kansas City Today; KCUR Studios / KCUR affiliated narrator and interviewer

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 194 ratings
  • One of my must listen to podcasts

    Always make sure to listen to Kansas City today, everyday, to keep up with what is happening in the metro.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wkorando
    United States7 months ago
  • Great local podcast

    I love starting my day with local news!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elle_phant
    United Statesa year ago
  • Not bad

    It’s the best (or only?) KC news podcast, but I do wish the structure was a bit stronger. The headlines in the first section are the best part, but there are very few of those. The rest of the podcast then focuses on one story/interview (usually a more human interest piece) that can be hit or miss. Maybe there just aren’t enough local news headlines to fill a podcast each day.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    X-Man_95
    United Statesa year ago
  • Super relevant and great detail!

    I am a transplant to the Kansas City area and this podcast has helped me feel much more connected to my new community. I love learning about the issues affecting the region and the many amazing people that contribute to this community. 10/10 thank you so much for your amazing reporting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madie Rey
    United States2 years ago
  • Great idea. Wish they’d pay more attention to City Hall.

    Too many of the stories are fluff.

    What are some of the highlights on with the next budget being entertained by the KC City Council in March? Why doesn’t Jackson County prosecute violent criminals? What’s the deal with the increasing number of homeless people in KC and what’s the impact on the taxpaying citizenry?

    These are a few of the questions specific to Kansas City that you could be trying to answer. These questions, and many more, if answered, could give Kansas Citians the kind of info... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JtotheHerm
    United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Strong, practical reporting on KC issues that matter to residents.
Occasional critiques note structure could be more consistent across episodes.
Engaging local coverage with concise daily updates.
Lively guests and insightful context help listeners understand local politics.

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Inside the New York Times investigation of Roger Marshall
Q: Break this story down for us, Sarah. What did you learn about Kansas Senator Roger Marshall?
Marshall, a physician-senator, was involved in a pattern of filing lawsuits against patients for medical debt, with some cases resulting in arrests for missed court dates, raising concerns about the ethics and consequences of debt collection in healthcare.
Kansas City relocates tenants of troubled housing complex
Q: Can you tell me how all of this got started?
The coverage began in winter 2023 when North Lawn tenants lost heat during a brutal cold snap, began organizing with KC Tenants to restore utilities, and eventually saw a landlord deal and ongoing efforts that culminated in new leases and city support for relocations.
Plaza vs. Royals: How do Kansas City's latest deals compare?
Q: Both of these deals, the Plaza and the Royals, were examples of the local government negotiating with private businesses on a grand scale. What was different to you about these two deals?
Hudnall explains that the Plaza deal hinged on a large tax incentive that was initially higher but was trimmed over time, while the Royals deal was crafted to avoid a public vote by moving financing through council-approved channels; the difference lies in the urgency, public input dynamics, and the leverage used by the city to shape outcomes.
KCKPS gender identity policies under fire by Trump administration
Q: How does FERPA apply to the district's handling of student gender identity information?
FERPA protects the privacy of student records, including who can access or correct them; the department argues that district discussions of pronouns or names without parental consent may violate FERPA, while the district argues compliance.
KCKPS gender identity policies under fire by Trump administration
Q: What changed to escalate the dispute into a federal lawsuit?
The DOJ's decision to file a federal lawsuit marked a formal escalation after months of back-and-forth, with the department asserting noncompliance and the district maintaining compliance, culminating in a legal action.

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2. Chris Mann
3. Rachel Kramer
4. Chip Taylor
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6. Rachel Harris
7. Jed Bauer
8. Vance Emke

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