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What Kansas City cares about. Up To Date brings people together for daily conversations about what’s happening in our region and how it affects our lives. Featuring interviews with artists, lawmakers, experts and everyday residents, plus original reporting from the KCUR newsroom, Up To Date keeps our city connected. Email the show at [email protected]

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Book recs: Kansas City librarians and booksellers share spooky seasonal recommendations

2026/10/25

A body-horror novel about parasitic vampires, a beautifully designed scientific book about eerie plants and an exploration of family history narrated by the ghosts of ancestors are among Kansas City librarians’ and booksellers’ picks this Halloween season.

Missouri Senate candidate Keri Ingle says she'll prioritize funding for public education, Medicaid

2026/10/24

Keri Ingle, who has represented in the Missouri House since 2019, is running against outgoing Missouri House Speaker Jon Patterson to represent Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs and other cities in eastern Jackson County in the state Senate. Democrats are targeting the seat in hopes of breaking the chamber’s Republican supermajority.

Kansas City rabbi recounts detention by Israeli forces in the West Bank during olive harvest

2026/10/23

Kansas City Rabbi Doug Alpert was detained for several hours by Israeli forces this week while helping Palestinian farmers harvest olives in the West Bank. He joined KCUR’s Up To Date to discuss what happened.

Kansas U.S. Senate candidates try to appeal to voters who typically don’t turn out for midterms

2026/10/23

People who don’t typically vote in midterm elections were the target audience during the Wednesday night debate between Republican U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall and Democrat Adam Hamilton. The outcome of the race could help flip the balance of power in the Senate.

Jon Patterson wants to be an 'independent' Republican voice in race for Missouri Senate

2026/10/22

Outgoing Missouri House Speaker Jon Patterson and Rep. Keri Ingle are running in a competitive race to represent Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs and other cities in eastern Jackson County. Democrats are targeting the seat in hopes of breaking the state senate’s Republican supermajority.

Kansas City’s Arabia Steamboat Museum closing in November — but it doesn’t have a new space yet

2026/10/22

The Arabia Steamboat Museum, home to the largest collection of pre-Civil War artifacts in the world, announced that it would leave its River Market location when its lease expires on Nov. 13. Museum owner David Hawley has been seeking a new home for years, to no success so far.

Kansas governor candidate Cindy Holscher backs data center pause and Medicaid expansion

2026/10/21

State Sen. Cindy Holscher, the Democratic nominee for Kansas governor, says she would work to fully fund special education, place a moratorium on data centers and legalize recreational marijuana if elected. She joined KCUR’s Up To Date two weeks before the 2026 midterm elections to discuss her policy platform.

Kansas attorney general candidate Chris Mann said he’s focused on service, not a political agenda

2026/10/20

Democrat Chris Mann is running this November to unseat incumbent Republican Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach. Mann said he’s focused on serving the people of Kansas and protecting customers, and argues that Kobach has prioritized his own political aims. Mann lost the same race against Kobach in 2022 by 1.6 points.

These are Kansas City’s ‘Most Endangered Places,’ according to historic preservation nonprofit

2026/10/19

For the first time in five years, the nonprofit Historic KC has released its list of “Most Endangered Places” in Kansas City. The organization hopes it could lead to the restoration of buildings that demonstrate the region's architectural heritage.

Kansas City nonprofit seeks approval to open a low-barrier shelter in the Historic Northeast

2026/10/16

The Open Doors Foundation planned to open a hostel to house World Cup visitors, and use the profits to help convert the location into a low-barrier homeless shelter. A series of zoning citations and complaints from neighbors prevented the project from remaining open through the World Cup.

KC Soundcheck: Kansas City musician Bobby Watson mentors a new generation of jazz artists

2026/10/15

Kansas City jazz legend Bobby Watson wants to ensure the city’s jazz history and traditions don’t fade with age. The saxophonists and composer’s latest album, “Continuum” is a testimonial about passing knowledge to younger artists.

Casting an informed vote in Kansas or Missouri can be tricky. Here’s some tips

2026/10/15

Election Day in Kansas and Missouri is on Nov. 3, and early voting has already begun. If you’re trying to figure out how to start the process of understanding your ballot, one Kansas political scientist says “Google’s your friend." (And so is KCUR!)

‘Keep your kids close.’ How Kansas City families can stay safe this Halloween

2026/10/14

Ghosts, ghouls and… personal liability lawsuits? Halloween can turn overlooked hazards into serious injuries and complicated legal questions. Trip-and-falls, dangerous decorations, pedestrian crashes, defective costumes and even golf carts can create unforeseen disasters.

UMKC men’s soccer team, ranked among top in country, is Kansas City’s ‘best-kept secret’

2026/10/14

One of the best sports teams in the country is flying under the radar in Kansas City. The Roos men’s soccer team at the University of Missouri-Kansas City has achieved its best national ranking in program history, and the season is far from over.

Kansas City, Kansas, mayor asks voters to pass 2 sales taxes: 'We have to invest in ourselves'

2026/10/13

Christal Watson, mayor and CEO of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, is asking voters to pass two key sales tax items on the November ballot. One is a quarter-cent tax for healthcare services and addressing homelessness, and the other is a 3/8th-cent tax to fund parks, community centers and trails.

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Elle_phant 2025/10/22

Great local podcast!

There’s no better way to get local news!

★★★★★

StrawHatSpencer 2024/12/03

My city has a podcast?

I didn’t think until now that podcast that covers what’s happening in our lovely city. Thanks to the creators for having the idea to start this podcas...

★★★★★

Mandi A Young 2021/08/11

Awesome podcast

An in depth well informed local podcast for KC with a variety of stories

★★★★★

ColeJohnson01 2020/12/10

Good stuff!

Always high-quality, informative segments. The host is a great interviewer and covers unique topics. I loved the recent episode with Sen. Anthony Hens...

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💰🔨 2020/07/16

No longer a fan

I’ve been pretty disappointed with Kraske’s interviews this year. He is gentle and passive with guests who should be challenged. Yesterday’s episode a...

★★★★★

Ctado 2019/02/22

Thank you!

Thought-provoking, KC-centric conversations that invite listener input. This podcast helps to keep me informed!

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FelicityFarm 2016/09/13

Social security

Smart Money Expert claims Reagan tweked social security so it would last longer. Check your facts he stole from ss. That same "expert" can't help clic...

★★★★★

PapaBearBigJohn 2015/08/06

very informative podcast

As a des moines resident who frequently visits the kc area, this is a good way to keep up to date (what a true title!) on happenings in the area. And...

★★★★★

Phog dog 2015/03/25

KCUR - Up to date

One of the absolute best sources for Kansas/Missouri politics and author interviews. Kraske is a well known and gifted interviewer for Kansas and Mis...

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