Kansas City Week in Review: Recent Episodes
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Hosted by Nick Haines, Kansas City Week In Review offers an in-depth view on the top stories of the week with newsmakers and guest experts sharing their insight and perspective. Haines and local leaders in both politics and public life look beyond the soundbites and behind the headlines to discuss stories affecting our metro. Watch Kansas City Week In Review Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 11 a.m. Be a part of the discussion. Weigh in at #KCWIR.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Pete Mundo, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the most recent developments in stadium negotiations on both sides of the state line, World Cup preparations with one year remaining, the KCMO plan to fill empty storefronts ahead of the World Cup, reports of price hikes for lodging during the games, local protests of ICE, the budget standoff in Jackson County and more.
Nick Haines, Yvette Walker, Jonathan Shorman, Kyle Palmer and Dave Helling discuss the Missouri special legislative session to negotiate a stadium incentive package to keep the Royals and Chiefs in KC, the Royals purchase of the mortgage on the old Sprint campus, Black & Veatch seeking public assistance for new offices, the Missouri abortion ruling, the latest Plaza closing and KCPD budget cuts.
Nick Haines, Brian Ellison, Kris Ketz, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss Governor Kehoe's stadium funding plan and subsequent rejection by the legislature, a new Missouri abortion amendment to replace one voters approved last year, the repeal of Prop A in Missouri, cell phone bans in schools, the DOJ sending FBI agents to KC, businesses taking crime deterrence into their own hands and more.
Nick Haines, Savannah Hawley-Bates, Eric Wesson, Mike Hendricks and Dave Helling discuss the push to rename Troost Avenue, budgets cuts for KC Pride Fest, the status of the Frank White recall effort, a request by Mayor Lucas for state funding to help cover lawsuit settlements, a potential run for governor by Jeff Colyer, the Real ID deadline, reports that Royals will seek lease extension and more.
Nick Haines, Kris Ketz, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss safety concerns for KC first responders after a firefighter paramedic is stabbed to death, the Nelson-Atkins expansion, concerns regarding data centers, approval for Amazon drone delivery, Missouri Prop A, businesses along streetcar line, KCMO City Manager search and KCPBS Pres./CEO Kliff Kuehl discusses PBS funding cuts.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Charlie Keegan, Jonathan Shorman and Brian Ellison discuss Fortune 500 company Fiserv relocating to Overland Park, the ongoing chaos in Jackson County, the first 100 days of the Trump administration including a push to cut funding for road diets, the day in court for local Tesla arsonist, Gov. Mike Kehoe's first 100 days, Prairie Village's city hall plan and more.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Dave Helling, Savannah Hawley-Bates and Brian Ellison discuss the legacy of Mayor Quinton and his remaining to do list, new push by area business leaders for a decision on stadiums, naming the South Loop Project in honor of Roy Blunt, the Kansas flat tax, cracking down on ATVs, Missouri lawmakers walking back green initiatives, the local implications of tariffs and more.
Nick Haines, Savannah Hawley-Bates, Dave Helling, Jonathan Shorman and Brian Ellison discuss the surprises and disappointments from Tuesday's election including big wins for KC schools and new jail efforts, the potential to host Women's World Cup or Rugby World Cup, the veto session in the Kansas, the battle over abortion rights in Missouri, the search for bus service solutions and public health.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Brian Ellison, Kris Ketz and Eric Wesson discuss next week's election in Kansas City including the public safety tax for a new jail and the school bond issue for building improvements, Clark Hunt's comments on the stadium issue, recent ruling about property tax refunds in Jackson County, claims made in guest editorial by Frank White and the Kansas legislative session.
Nick Haines, Yvette Walker, Kevin Collison, Pete Mundo and Dave Helling discuss the spread of speculation and misinformation about the stadium locations as new information lags, the Missouri legislature pushback on Prop A's minimum wage hike, Kansas eliminating the mail in ballot grace period, the termination of KCMO City Manager Brian Platt and the ongoing concerns about bus service in KC.
Nick Haines, Dave Helling, Savannah Hawley-Bates, Brian Ellison and Eric Wesson discuss the KCMO city council's decision on the future of City Manager Brian Platt, looming cuts to KCATA bus service to correct a $30 million budget shortfall, the outlook for recently fired federal workers, Kansas lawmakers consider electing judges, Wyandotte County examines earnings tax and more.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Patrick Tuohey, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the contentious town hall recently hosted by Rep. Mark Alford in the wake of federal cuts, the ultimatum for schools in regard to DEI programs, the lingering silence in talks of future plans for stadiums, Gov. Kehoe's crime crackdown, debate over an immigrant detention center, timing for MO sports betting and more.
Nick Haines, Jonathan Shorman, Brian Ellison, Kris Ketz and Eric Wesson discuss the economic ripple effect of IRS layoffs, the impact of federal funding cuts on local agencies, the Ivanhoe farmers market and World Cup transportation, the South Loop Project status, the resuming of abortions in Missouri, deputizing KBI officers as ICE agents, transgender restrictions and Sherman's stadium tease.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the local implications of federal job reductions and cuts to federal funding, the spike in homicides and crime and the debate over how to address the problem, rising concerns about ICE raids and how a local lawmaker has responded, the expiring truce in the Kansas and Missouri business border war and red light cameras.
Nick Haines, Yvette Walker, Kris Ketz, Pete Mundo and Dave Helling discuss lessons learned from previous Super Bowls and adjustments to potential celebration after last year's shooting, lingering questions about stadiums and their locations, the Missouri bill that would incentivize turning in undocumented workers, the DOGE impact on local federal workers, Lucas State of the City and Dayton Moore.
Nick Haines talks to Pam Kramer, CEO of KC2026, about the final 500 days of preparations before FIFA World Cup 26 and over half a million spectators arrive in Kansas City including necessary changes to GEHA Field at Arrowhead, transit logistics and coordinating security. Plus, Meg Cunningham, Jonathan Shorman and Dave Helling discuss Gov. Kehoe's first State of the State, Trump's DEI ban and more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Jonathan Shorman and Brian Ellison discuss local reaction to Trump's inauguration, potential benefits and drawbacks for KC including implications for the Panasonic Plant, bipartisan support for addressing late mail service, bus funding and service reductions, the latest Plaza closings, Missouri lawmakers looking to overturn landlord restrictions and more.
Nick Haines, Brian Ellison, Kris Ketz, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the inauguration speech of Missouri's new governor Mike Kehoe and his stance on immigration, Gov. Laura Kelly's inauguration speech, the future for Mike Parson after 30 years in elected office, the rising frustration over business break-ins, historic firsts in Johnson and Jackson Counties and sports mania in KC.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the storm's impact on city services and lingering snow removal issues, Mike Parson commuting the sentence of convicted police officer Eric DeValkenaere, Mike Kehoe priorities as Missouri Governor, top issues for Missouri and Kansas lawmakers, Scott Schwab entering Kansas gubernatorial race and new laws for new year.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Dana Wright, Dave Helling and Kris Ketz make their picks for 2024's biggest winners and losers, KC's person of the year, which stories received too much reporting and which stories didn't receive nearly enough attention. Nick also checks the scorecard on last year's predictions and looks into the crystal ball for 2025.
Nick Haines sits down with Mayor Quinton Lucas to discuss 2024's highs and lows, to make some predictions for 2025 and to address recent criticism over expenditures and the source of the funds. Also, Dave Helling and Kris Ketz offer their thoughts on the Lucas criticisms, the Platte County sales tax for children's mental health services, renaming the downtown airport and the latest stadium news.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Mary Sanchez, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss Sam Graves being overlooked for POTUS cabinet and which area politicians did make the cut, the future for Mayor Lucas, the Tyrone Garner announcement and potential WYCO mayoral candidates, improvements for KCMO schools, the veto of a teen gun ban, Jackson County jail updates, latest stadium rumors and Steamboat Arabia.
Nick Haines, Jonathan Shorman, Eric Wesson, Kris Ketz and Brian Ellison discuss which area politicians might be considered for a Trump cabinet position, Governor-elect Kehoe's stance on DeValkenaere case, reductions in bus service, pushback on recently passed minimum wage measure, Missouri abortion politics, efforts to recall Frank White, potential candidates for Kansas Governor and Union Station.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Pete Mundo, Meg Cunningham and Dave Helling discuss the biggest winners and losers from Tuesday's election, the drop in voter turnout, the timing for when Missourians will see changes in access to abortion and when gamblers will be able to place their bets, the future political aspirations of local elected leaders and the potential for a WNBA team in Kansas City.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Jonathan Shorman, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss extended wait times for early voting locations and how it could discourage voters, election problems including fires at ballot drop boxes, what to expect on election night, the most ignored races including Missouri Lieutenant Governor, the balance of power in the Kansas House, retaining judges, campaign ads & more.
Kansas City PBS, in partnership with Johnson County Post and KCUR, presents a debate between the two candidates vying to represent the Kansas Third Congressional District. Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez and Kyle Palmer will moderate the debate between incumbent Congresswoman Sharice Davids and her Republican opponent Prasanth Reddy.
Nick Haines looks ahead to the upcoming ballot and dissects the list of questions awaiting voters when they step into the booth. We examine the questions on abortion and minimum wage, weigh the pros and cons of a new Ozark casino and sports betting, look at funding for aging in place, public safety, schools and children, analyze the rank choice voting ban and explain the ballot initiative process.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Scott Parks, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss how the success of the Royals and Chiefs will impact stadium discussions, new developments in the Crown Center stadium proposal, a new stadium push by Clay County, the bill for Mayor Lucas' trips to games, the Nelson-Atkins expansion, the South Loop Park project, KU professor comments, looming rent strike and more.
Nick Haines dubbed this election debate special Justice On The Ballot. In both Johnson County and Jackson County, voters will decide who will lead their respective offices in prosecuting criminals. In Jackson County, Republican Tracey Chappell and Democrat Melesa Johnson seek to replace Jean Peters Baker. In Johnson County, Democrat Vanessa Riebli challenges the incumbent Republican Steve Howe.
Nick Haines, Angie Ricono, Pete Mundo, Lisa Rodriguez and Eric Wesson discuss the twenty police recommendations to address rising crime including no partner patrols, mandatory overtime and replacing the helicopter unit with drones, the closure of East Side's first full service grocery store, Missouri's death penalty, the month-long streetcar shutdown, advanced voting and event pricing for parking.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison, Mike Hendricks and Kris Ketz discuss the criticism from the owner of Betty Rae's Ice Cream of Mayor Quinton Lucas and his lack of leadership in response to the spike in property crimes, how KC is preparing transit options for the World Cup, plans for a homeless shelter in JOCO, police and 911 response to sideshows, the return of red light cameras and more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Dana Wright, Jonathan Shorman and Brian Ellison discuss the Missouri Supreme Court's ruling on the abortion ballot issue, the search for detention space in the wake of the murder of a Brookside chef, issues to consider in Kansas when using mail in ballots, the push for hand counting election results in MO and the Plaza's crime problem and new vision for tennis courts.
Nick Haines, Kris Ketz, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney and Eric Wesson discuss a resurfaced proposal to build a baseball stadium on the Washington Square Park site, new proposals to keep the Chiefs in Arrowhead Stadium, the announced location of World Cup Fan Fest, the rise in car break ins, the pros and cons of an elected tax assessor, JD Vance's visit and Hawley's fair confrontation with Kunce.
A decade ago, Ferguson, Missouri, erupted after the fatal police shooting of Michael Brown, sparking weeks of unrest and debate on police relations with Black Americans. Ten years later, Kansas City PBS partners with American Public Square to examine the state of policing in Missouri with law enforcement and civil rights leaders in a Week in Review special hosted by Nick Haines.
Nick Haines, Kyle Palmer, Pete Mundo, Dave Helling and Eric Wesson analyze Tuesday's primary election results, pick the biggest surprises and biggest losers, examine voter turnout and the demise of the debate, look at the GOP focus on immigration, discuss concerns over Mayor Lucas campaigning for Kamala Harris and give an update on the latest developments in the Jackson County appraisal mess.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the biggest races and issues appearing on primary ballots around the metro next week including the Missouri gubernatorial race, the Johnson County DA and Sheriff races, KCMO police funding, a Platte County jail tax, a property tax exemption for childcare providers and more.
For more than a decade, Jean Peters Baker has led the Jackson County Prosecutor's office. In November, Jackson County will select her replacement, but first, voters will have to narrow the field in the primary on August 6. Melesa Johnson, Stephanie Burton and John Gromowsky plead their cases for being the Democratic candidate to advance to the general election in this roundtable debate.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Kris Ketz, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the local reaction to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the changes to security protocols for politicians, Eric Schmitt's Republican Convention appearance and potential future if Trump is elected, escalating urgency for World Cup prep, advanced voting, primary election issues, the Chiefs Hallmark movie and more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the comments by Governor Mike Parson about Missouri's effort to keep the stadiums on the Missouri side of state line, the tax breaks for Honeywell, expectations for the Panasonic plant, Mayor Lucas maneuvering for a Biden cabinet position, the GOP Convention, the spike in traffic fatalities and celebratory gunfire.
Nick Haines, Kris Ketz, Mary Sanchez, Scott Parks and Dave Helling discuss the Plaza ownership change and the challenges to address, the shakeup in leadership for KC's World Cup preparations, takeaways from hosting a COPA America match, concerns about heat during matches as a referee collapses, cashless toll booths in Kansas, Jackson County property taxes and the latest news about the stadiums.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison, Dave Helling and Kevin Collison discuss the latest moves in the chess match to keep the Royals and the Chiefs in the region by building new stadiums, the reduced schedule for Mayor Quinton Lucas as he welcomes new child, lessons learned in the Wizards stadium battle, a tax cut in Kansas, a new passport office in KC and Michael Stern's symphony departure.
Former Star newsman Dave Helling, KMBC 9 Political Analyst Micheal Mahoney, Next Page KC’s Eric Wesson and KCMO Talk Radio’s Pete Mundo lift-up-the-hood on the metro’s most impactful, curious and down right head-scratching news stories.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Brian Ellison, Pete Mundo and Kris Ketz discuss whether any changes have been made in the three months since the Chiefs parade shooting, questions surrounding the KC Strong Fund for parade shooting victims, considering AI for school security, the cyberattack on KCMO City Hall, the latest developments in stadium discussions and Harrison Butker's controversial comments.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Kris Ketz, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss the recent food tampering incident at Hereford House, questions surrounding a Jackson County legislator receiving free Royals suite tickets, the ransomware speculation as KCMO's website goes dark, calls for stronger leadership from KCPD's Chief, Waldo restaurant closing due to crime, addressing street racing and more.
Nick Haines, Jonathan Shorman, Brian Ellison, Yvette Walker and Dave Helling discuss plans in Kansas to lure the Chiefs and Royals to Wyandotte County with new stadiums and how Mike Parson responded, splitting up the Royals and Chiefs, the Missouri ballot initiative deadline and what voters might see, the upcoming election in KCK and legislative report cards for Kansas and Missouri.
Nick Haines, Mike Evans, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison and Micheal Mahoney discuss comments Mayor Lucas made regarding migrant workers and sanctuary city status, the KCMO city council considering the return of red light cameras, bills in Missouri to address landfill location concerns, voter approval for a four-day school week and abortion funding, the KC riverfront development plan and Jake LaTurner.
Nick Haines talks one-on-one with Mayor Quinton Lucas about reports that Kansas City intends to assume control of stadium negotiations, the latest on the Plaza real estate deal and how the city intends to address lingering violent crime issues. Plus, Jackson County Legislator Megan Marshall sits down to discuss the county's reaction to reports about stadium negotiations as well as other issues.
Nick Haines, Micheal Mahoney, Brian Ellison, Dana Wright and Eric Wesson discuss the public and political reactions to the stadium tax failure including comments from Marny Sherman, the recent shooting near Shake Shake on the Plaza, the anniversaries of the Ralph Yarl and Jewish Community Center shootings, the ransomware attack on Jackson County government and student loan forgiveness.
Nick Haines, Yvette Walker, Kris Ketz, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the resounding 16 point defeat of the stadium sales tax, predictions for the future of the Chiefs and Royals in Kansas City, the biggest winners and losers in the campaigns for and against the tax, results in other area elections and the cyberattack on Jackson County government.
Nick Haines, Dana Wright, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the stadium tax campaign and the remaining questions and hurdles before election day, low voter turnout in the Kansas Presidential Primary, long lines to pay property taxes in Jackson County, the rise in deadly car crashes, the Google data center in the Northland and Mattel eyeing Village West in KCK for new theme park.
In partnership with Kansas City Public Library and American Public Square, this Week in Review special, moderated by Nick Haines, explores the pros, cons and potential impact of passing or rejecting the 3/8-cent sales tax for the Chiefs and Royals stadiums. Jackson County residents cast their votes on April 2, shaping the future of downtown, the Crossroads district and major league sports in KC.
Nick Haines, Betsy Webster, Kevin Collison, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss the historic opening of CPKC Stadium and complaints about limited and expensive parking, Crossroads business owners voicing concerns about the impact of the proposed downtown stadium, why Johnson County GOP is under fire for a fundraiser and questions about the St. Patrick's Day parade in wake of Super Bowl shooting.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Brian Ellison, Pete Mundo and Dave Helling discuss the mass shooting at the Chiefs championship parade and how it could have lasting implications for future KC events and developments, the absence of political will to address gun violence in a meaningful way, the announcement about the location for a new Royals stadium and Independence's bid for stadium if tax fails.
Nick Haines, Dana Wright, Scott Parks, Kevin Holmes and Dave Helling discuss Kansas City's Super Bowl mania, the record breaking Bobby Witt Jr. contract, the latest updates and lingering questions in the stadium tax discussion, the 2026 World Cup prep, how sports impact local businesses, the State of the City address by Mayor Quinton Lucas and the border crisis response in Missouri and Kansas.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Brian Ellison and Dave Helling discuss the Chiefs return to the Super Bowl and resulting celebratory gunfire, the World Cup news, the response to a particularly bad pothole season, Mayor Lucas' State of the City address, the passing of Operation Breakthrough's Sister Berta and former U.S Senator Jean Carnahan & MO's Amendment to restrict petition process.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the stadium tax veto and override and the long list of lingering questions that need answers before voters decide, reconsidering the free bus and the pros and cons of bringing back fares, reaction to final State of the State address by Gov. Mike Parson and the College Baseball Hall of Fame announcing its move to OP.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Brian Ellison, Pete Mundo and Dave Helling discuss the process and relevancy of selecting presidential candidates in Kansas and Missouri, the response to the Crown Center shooting, Missouri lawmakers pushing to eliminate the earnings tax, proposed limits on landfills, debate over tax rates in Kansas, new Kansas abortion bill, Mike Parson's legacy and World Cup questions.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Kris Ketz, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss lingering questions about the stadiums for the Royals and Chiefs ahead of April's vote to extend a sales tax for the teams, Missouri's push to remove Biden from the presidential ballot if any state removes Trump, Governor Laura Kelly's State of the State address and Jackson County considering a move to an elected tax assessor.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss Kansas City's homicide epidemic which set a new record in 2023 and has no end in sight as police and elected leaders struggle to find solutions, the lingering questions about location and financing for a new stadium deal, new laws in Kansas and Missouri and Parson's push for restrictions on Missouri farmland purchases.
Nick Haines, Dana Wright, Kris Ketz, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss their picks for the most impactful stories of 2023, the year's biggest winners and losers, the most over-reported and under-reported stories, Kansas City's Person of the Year and more. Plus, Nick checks the scorecards for last year's predictions and gets them on record for what might be in store for 2024.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the lingering stadium indecision and lack of details regarding locations, leases and ballot measures, affordable housing and increasing homelessness across the metro, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential bid, Emanuel Cleaver being challenged by Sean Smith, Missouri abortion legislation and the hospital Border War.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Micheal Mahoney, Dave Helling and Kevin Collison discuss reports that a stadium site at the KC Star printing press building location is being reconsidered, the streetcar survey exploring public opinion on streetcar expansion and logistics, KCATA considering the return of bus fares, recent shootings at area malls, responding to fentanyl overdoses, Steamboat Arabia & more,
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Kyle Palmer, Pete Mundo and Dave Helling discuss election results from area school board races, the KCMO bus tax, Clay County's 911 fee and the online sales tax in Jackson County as well as examine trends for Democrats in Johnson County, abortion protections across the country and voter turnout.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Brian Ellison, Kyle Palmer and Dave Helling discuss the battle over abortion restrictions in Kansas, the potential abortion ballot initiative in Missouri and stadium concerns as well as preview election issues on both sides of the state line including housing restrictions in JOCO, the bus tax in KCMO, the 911 fee in Clay County and online sales tax in Jackson County.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Dave Helling, Eric Wesson and Micheal Mahoney discuss KCK and WYCO considering a Unified Government split, the economic losses in Independence if Royals stadium relocates, federal funds for new rail projects including lines to KCI and stadium complex, KC Current's new coach and naming rights deal, Valkenaere seeking a pardon and building a youth entertainment district.
Nick Haines talks to Mayor Quinton Lucas about a variety of issues including stadium discussions, public safety concerns, the future of the Plaza with new ownership, the South Loop Project, the upcoming bus tax vote and preparations for hosting the World Cup. Plus, Mid-America Regional Council's Chief Innovation Officer Amanda Graor talks about driverless cars and creating new rules of the road.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Kevin Collison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the Texas based ownership group's purchase of the Country Club Plaza and what it might mean for the district's future, lessons learned after last weekend's traffic snarls at the Truman Sports Complex, the debate over police pay, the resignation of Marion, KS police chief, the House Speaker ouster and Viking River Cruises.
Nick Haines, Brian Ellison, Dana Wright, Dave Helling and Kris Ketz discuss the return of the Taylor Swift economic effect as media attention swells over her visit to a Chiefs game and connection with Travis Kelce, the FIFA officials visit to Arrowhead and list of requirements for host cities, Jill Biden coming back to KC, the UAW strike and political opportunism and the CVS pharmacist walkout.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the indefinitely delayed decision on the location of a new Royals stadium, the latest announcement about the South Loop Project, the theatrics used in campaign commercials to gain attention, local implications as the UAW strike continues, the potential return of red light cameras and the Barbie streetcar hullabaloo.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Kevin Collison, Pete Mundo and Micheal Mahoney discuss the behind the scenes drama in the protracted decision on a new Royals stadium location and the long list of unanswered questions, the push for sports betting in Missouri, the pros and cons of more police on the Plaza, the entertainment surplus in KC, issues with 911 in KCMO, the OP Police Chief resignation and more.
Nick Haines, Peggy Lowe, Dave Helling, Eric Wesson and Kris Ketz discuss the disputed conviction of Eric DeValkenaere in the shooting death of Cameron Lamb, the financial and crime problems for the Country Club Plaza, the meager returns on sports betting in Kansas, the new campaign to lure the Royals to North Kansas City and the escalating tensions between KCMO and Jackson County over a new jail.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Dana Wright, Kevin Collison and Brian Ellison discuss the opening of the new $77 million aquarium at the Kansas City Zoo, the start of construction on Pennway Point's Ferris wheel, gauging interest in a car-free Plaza, the first six months of the new KCI, the start of the trial for the case involving Ralph Yarl and Missouri and Kansas transgender restrictions taking effect.Enter your content here
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Kevin Collison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the latest details on possible new stadium sites and the list of lingering questions, the future of the Charles B. Wheeler Airport amid concerns it is impeding development, the ongoing debate over a new jail in Jackson County, Independence's four-day school week, school disruptions due to heat and Kansas toll roads.
Nick Haines, Brian Ellison, Dave Helling, Eric Wesson and Micheal Mahoney discuss the expectations for Mayor Lucas now that he has been inaugurated for his final term and why Gov Kelly spoke at the ev,ent, area Kansas election results and voter turnout, the Ron DeSantis campaign stop in Kansas City, former Missouri Governor Jax Nixon's role in the No Labels Party and Kansas City's no tax holiday.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Kevin Collison and Brian Ellison discuss the new faces on the KCMO City Council and what it means for Mayor Lucas' second term, the debates over jail space and incarceration practices, the Crossroads District seeking to set up a CID, Jackson County property taxes, the latest Royals stadium timeline, the future of the Chiefs, the South Loop project & more.
Nick Haines talks to Kansas City Streetcar Authority's Executive Director Tom Gerend and Marketing and Communications Director Donna Mandelbaum about the recent shutdown and plans for the future of streetcar transit in KC. Plus, Dave Helling, Kyle Palmer and Micheal Mahoney discuss the storm response and KC's electricity infrastructure, the latest on Mission Gateway and entertainment districts.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Dave Helling, Eric Wesson and Micheal Mahoney discuss the economics of Taylor Swift fans flooding the metro as compared to the NFL Draft, ongoing frustrations over property appraisals, the potentially weeks long streetcar shutdown, the gun violence summit with Missouri mayors, pay raises for KCMO Mayor and Council, concerns over Panasonic plant and statue vote redux.
Nick Haines talks to Jerry Nolte, Clay County Presiding Commissioner, and Manny Albarca, Jackson County Legislator, about the competition to be the home of a new Royals stadium. They discuss location advantages, frustrations over lingering questions and potential timing for a public vote. Also, Suzanne Wheeler, Mid-America LGBT Chamber Executive Director, discusses new transgender restrictions.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Angie Ricono, Micheal Mahoney and Pete Mundo discuss the escalating homicide epidemic and lack of any successful solutions, potential replacements for Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker, the frustrations with 911 call hold times, the latest round of outrage over property tax assessments and the continuing indecision about the specifics of a new Royals stadium.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Dave Helling, Brian Ellison and Eric Wesson discuss the results of KCMO's mayoral and city council races, the property appraisal process and increased taxes, new push to remove Jackson County statues of Andrew Jackson, efforts to rename Troost Avenue because of its slave owning namesake, potential new transit options to KCI and ongoing indecisiveness about new stadium.
In partnership with American Public Square, this special edition of Kansas City Week in Review features a community conversation on the divisive topic of reparations. The dialogue addresses critical questions like how the program will be implemented, who should be eligible for assistance and who should be responsible for funding these initiatives in health, education, wealth and homeownership.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Dave Helling, Kevin Collison and Micheal Mahoney discuss this week's announcement about the 2026 World Cup and the financing to modify Arrowhead, Gov. Parson preparing to sign transgender restrictions and KCMO's response, suspected retaliation as Gov. Kelly vetoes money for Quindaro Ruins, the Rock Island Bridge project, UMKC arena, MO texting and driving ban & more.
Nick Haines talks to KCMO Mayor Quinton Lucas about his takeaways from the NFL Draft, restrictions on short term rentals, the implications of Kansas City becoming a sanctuary city for the transgender community, the intractable homicide epidemic and what the future has in store. Plus, Union Station CEO George Guastello discusses the impact of the draft, the new aquarium, Spiderman & more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Dave Helling, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss the NFL Draft successes, failures and lessons, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum considering relocation, the recent KCMO City Manager scandal and the potential for a no confidence vote, the budget issues for the new Jackson County jail and key takeaways as Kansas and Missouri legislative sessions come to a close.
Nick Haines, Kris Ketz, Kevin Holmes, Dana Wright and Kevin Collison discuss the expectations, projections and causes for concern as visitors flood into KC for the NFL Draft, the potential for protests related to the Ralph Yarl shooting, pressure on the Chiefs to change their name and Bud Light, the doomed Mission Gateway project, the South Loop project & the response to MO & KS transgender laws.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Dave Helling, Eric Wesson and Mary Sanchez discuss the global attention and response to the Ralph Yarl shooting case, Missouri's stand your ground law, Kansas City's escalating homicide epidemic, Missouri becoming the first state to restrict transgender medical procedures for children and adults and the changes proposed by Mayor Lucas to revamp KCMO election processes.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Pete Mundo and Micheal Mahoney discuss the missed deadline to form a commission on reparations for Black Kansas Citians, the relaunch of the KCPD's missing persons unit, the lack of progress on a new jail in Jackson County, the impact of the NFL draft as preparations ramp up, the overturn of Gov. Kelly's veto of transgender restrictions & MO gun sales tax.
Kansas City PBS partnered with American Public Square at Jewell and the National World War I Museum and Memorial for Canceled, Censored, Banned. The conversation tackles issues ranging from legislative efforts to control content in public libraries to local universities blocking conservative speakers on campus. Nick Haines moderates the discussion featuring elected officials and thought leaders.
Nick Haines, Kynala Phillips, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Lynn Horsley preview some of the key races and ballot issues in next week's election including cannabis taxes, Airbnb regulations and taxes, the lack of candidates for KCMO school board and the KCMO mayoral and city council races. Also, Clay Chastain sits down to discuss his vision and priorities if he is elected as KC's mayor.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Pete Mundo, Mary Sanchez and Dave Helling talk about the lessons and legislation that resulted from the pandemic in the three years since it began, naming considerations for the new KCI terminal, concerns over the KCI terminal flooring, a potential stadium site in North Kansas City and the debates over school voucher programs and transgender rights in Kansas.
Nick Haines, Dana Wright, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Kevin Collison discuss the traffic issues at KCI as people adjust to the new terminal, the latest on the South Loop park project, the rise in KCMO's violent crime rate, Missouri legislation that would eliminate sales tax on gun sales, the KCMO mayoral and city council races and the Kansas transgender athlete ban.
Nick Haines, Kris Ketz, Bob Fescoe and Kevin Collison discuss the impact of the championship parade on schools and businesses and the lessons learned from previous parades, the initial numbers on sports betting in Kansas, the approaching NFL Draft, potential changes to Arrowhead Stadium, increasing criticism of Chiefs name and traditions, streetcar expansion and first impressions of the new KCI.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Pete Mundo, Eric Wesson and Brian Ellison discuss the economic impact of a Chiefs Super Bowl appearance from gambling to potential parade costs, the revealing of KCMO's new flag, the launch of recreational cannabis sales, proposed anti-LGBTQ legislation in MO and KS, KC's violence prevention fund, new stadium listening tour, AMC ticket changes and banning parking meters.
Nick Haines moderates a conversation with the last four former mayors of Kansas City on the stage of the Truman Auditorium of the Plaza Library. Emanuel Cleaver (1991-1999), Kay Barnes (1999-2007), Mark Funkhouser (2007-2011) and Sly James (2011-2019) discuss their roles in Kansas City's progress and expectations for the future.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Kevin Collison and Mary Sanchez discuss the preparations, logistics and costs associated with hosting the NFL Draft, a recently uncovered lawsuit over the KCI bidding process, the dispute between KCMO and Jackson County over jail space, Laura Kelly's legislative agenda, Kansas minimum wage, the new abortion bill in Kansas and downtown stadium talks.
Nick Haines, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson, Mary Sanchez and Pete Mundo discuss the debate over reparations to compensate for slavery, Jim Crow and segregation, the proposed tax on Airbnb stays, Gov. Mike Parson's legislative agenda, the outrage over a dress code for women in Missouri legislature, the KCMO mayor's race between Lucas and Chastain and Mike Kelly's first move as head of JOCO commission.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Mary Sanchez, Kris Ketz and Brian Ellison discuss the final details remaining before the opening of the new KCI terminal, a proposed 3 percent tax on marijuana sales in KCMO, Gov. Laura Kelly's legislative agenda, how Kansas and Missouri might spend a cash surplus in each state, Lucas Kunce announcing Senate run to unseat Josh Hawley and the latest on KCMO school closures.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Pete Mundo and Brian Ellison discuss last year's homicide numbers, the KCFD Chief's retirement announcement, the sexual abuse allegations and subsequent suicide of Coterie Theater's artistic director, the comings and goings of area leadership positions,, Missouri's new Attorney General, Missouri executions and the agenda for KS and MO legislative sessions.
Nick Haines, Dana Wright, Pete Mundo, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling look back on 2022 and pick the year's biggest stories, anoint Kansas City's person of the year, name the year's biggest winners and losers and make some predictions for 2023.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Pete Mundo, Kevin Collison and Eric Wesson discuss the takeaways from the recent town hall to discuss the new stadium and entertainment district proposal, the selection of Stacey Graves to become Kansas City's new police chief, districts exploring 4-day school weeks to help with staff shortages, the decision on school closings and the recent Brian Platt controversy.
Nick Haines talks to Kathy Nelson, President & CEO of the KC Sports Commission and Foundation and President & CEO of Visit KC, and Katherine Holland, Director of the KC2026 FIFA World Cup Bid, about what they hope to learn from the World Cup in Qatar, how significant a new airport was in the bidding process, how necessary modifications to the stadium will be funded and next year's NFL Draft.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Micheal Mahoney, Pete Mundo and Dave Helling discuss the winners and losers of last week's midterm election including the U.S. Senate races in Kansas and Missouri, Kansas Governor and Attorney General, Kansas 3rd District, Missouri's recreational cannabis amendment, Jackson County Executive, KCMO police funding and more.
Nick Haines, Lynn Horsley, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the key issues and tight races impacting the Kansas City metro that voters will decide in next Tuesday's midterm election.
In this hour-long election special, Johnson County Chair candidates Mike Kelly and Charlotte O'Hara square off in the Kansas City PBS Studios. The Johnson County Chair Debate is a collaboration with the Johnson County Bar Association. Later in the hour, Theresa Galvin answers questions as voters prepare to cast ballots in the race for Jackson County Executive. Frank White declined to participate.
In this hour-long election special, Johnson County Chair candidates Mike Kelly and Charlotte O'Hara square off in the Kansas City PBS Studios. The Johnson County Chair Debate is a collaboration with the Johnson County Bar Association. Later in the hour, Theresa Galvin answers questions as voters prepare to cast ballots in the race for Jackson County Executive. Frank White declined to participate.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the frustrations with the search for the new Kansas City Police Chief, a potential shake-up in KCMO's City Manager's office, public hearings on East-West streetcar line, KU Health System merger with Olathe Health System, KS and MO response to Biden's pot pardon announcement, the Moran-Holland US Senate race & more.
Nick Haines, Platte County Prosecutor Eric Zahnd, Missouri Representative Ashley Bland Manlove (D), Legal Missouri's John Payne and Free Green owner Bianca Sullivan debate Missouri’s new marijuana amendment. Plus, we size up how legalizing pot in Missouri will impact Kansas with Johnson County D.A. Steve Howe and Wyandotte County D.A. Mark Dupree.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Pete Mundo, Dave Helling and Mary Sanchez discuss Kris Kobach's push to directly elect Kansas Supreme Court justices, Josh Hawley's proposed legislation for border policy, disparaging comments about Kansas from New York Mayor Eric Adams, the tactics and accuracy of campaign ads, the shakeup in Wyandotte government, pedestrianizing the Plaza and Royals attendance stats.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Pete Mundo, Dave Helling and Mary Sanchez discuss Kris Kobach's push to directly elect Kansas Supreme Court justices, Josh Hawley's proposed legislation for border policy, disparaging comments about Kansas from New York Mayor Eric Adams, the tactics and accuracy of campaign ads, the shakeup in Wyandotte government, pedestrianizing the Plaza and Royals attendance stats.
Nick Haines, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the federal investigation into the hiring practices of the Kansas City Police Department, the latest on budget and timeline for the new KCI terminal, the new tenant for the empty Waddell & Reed building, the new Clean Up KC program which pays the houseless to pick up trash and Youngkin and DeSantis campaigning for Derek Schmidt.
Nick Haines, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the federal investigation into the hiring practices of the Kansas City Police Department, the latest on budget and timeline for the new KCI terminal, the new tenant for the empty Waddell & Reed building, the new Clean Up KC program which pays the houseless to pick up trash and Youngkin and DeSantis campaigning for Derek Schmidt.
Nick Haines, Dave Helling, Micheal Mahoney and Mary Sanchez discuss Britt Reid's plea deal which could result in a light sentence, the FBI arrest of a Kansas City, Kansas police officer for sexual abuse, assault and kidnapping, the value of political debates, the lack of high profile campaign appearances, the strategy behind connecting candidates to former office holders, abortion politics & more.
Nick Haines, Dave Helling, Micheal Mahoney and Mary Sanchez discuss Britt Reid's plea deal which could result in a light sentence, the FBI arrest of a Kansas City, Kansas police officer for sexual abuse, assault and kidnapping, the value of political debates, the lack of high profile campaign appearances, the strategy behind connecting candidates to former office holders, abortion politics & more.
Nick Haines talks to Mayor Quinton Lucas about a host of issues including stadiums discussions, a new jail facility, public safety and more. Also, Steve Kraske and Dave Helling discuss concerns over how Independence spent COVID relief money, Derek Schmidt's proposal to eliminate sales tax on diapers and tampons, Trudy Busch Valentine's lackluster campaign, the new Jackson County jail & more.
Nick Haines talks to Mayor Quinton Lucas about a host of issues including stadiums discussions, a new jail facility, public safety and more. Also, Steve Kraske and Dave Helling discuss concerns over how Independence spent COVID relief money, Derek Schmidt's proposal to eliminate sales tax on diapers and tampons, Trudy Busch Valentine's lackluster campaign, the new Jackson County jail & more.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Pete Mundo, Micheal Mahoney and Dave Helling discuss the reaction to sports betting going live in Kansas and the anticipated financial gains for the state, Dennis Pyle entering the Kansas gubernatorial race as an Independent, how the Kansas abortion vote will affect the Sharice Davids and Amanda Adkins race, KCMO's climate protection plan and recreational marijuana in MO.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Mary Sanchez and Dave Helling discuss the results and implications of the recount of the Kansas abortion amendment vote, John Wood's early exit from the Missouri U.S. Senate race, sports betting beginning soon in Kansas, the special legislative session called by Gov. Mike Parson, Mayor Quinton Lucas pushing for more tax dollars and affordable housing.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Dave Helling, Micheal Mahoney and Steve Kraske discuss this week's primary election results including protecting abortion rights in Kansas, the U.S. Senate race in Missouri, the race to replace Vicky Hartzler, the race to replace Ed Eilert as leader of the Johnson County Board of Commissioners as well as races for Jackson County Executive, KS Attorney General & more.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Pete Mundo, Micheal Mahoney and Dave Helling discuss the impact of footage of Josh Hawley running from the Capitol, Buck O'Neil's Hall of Fame induction, reaction to campaign ads, key races in next week's election, the funeral of slain NKC police officer, new gun safety tactics, the lack of job requirements in the Panasonic deal & financing World Cup requirements.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Kyle Palmer, Micheal Mahoney and Steve Kraske discuss lingering questions about the Panasonic electric vehicle battery plant coming to De Soto, issues and races in the upcoming election including JOCO commissioner, Jackson County Executive, JOCO Sheriff and recreational marijuana in Missouri, the public shaming of unvaccinated Royals players and the Shuttlecock artist.
Nick Haines talks to Archbishop Joseph Naumann and to Kansas Senate Minority Leader Dinah Sykes about the upcoming vote on the Value Them Both Amendment in Kansas and the implications for abortion rights in the state. Also, Westport business owner Bill Nigro talks about the continuing struggle to reduce violence in the entertainment district.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Dave Helling and Micheal Mahoney discuss Missouri AG Schmitt challenging the Mayor Lucas announcement that the city would pay travel expenses for employee abortions, the Missouri race for U.S. Senate, the Kansas abortion question on the August ballot, the new KCI timeline and budget, the push to rename Troost Ave. and considering horse patrols in KCMO.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Dave Helling, Micheal Mahoney and Steve Kraske discuss the current differences between Kansas and Missouri in regards to abortion providers and regulations, the Amtrak derailment and train safety, the bill signed by Gov. Mike Parson that sets requirements on how much money Kansas City must spend on police and sports betting in Kansas.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Dave Helling, MIcheal Mahoney and Pete Mundo discuss the controversy over the Eric Greitens hunting RINOs commercial, the potential for an Independent candidate in the Missouri Senate race, the new push to expand the streetcar to the stadiums in time for the World Cup, efforts to deal with the shortage of teachers in Kansas and an upcoming hike in the Missouri gas tax.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the significance of Kansas City securing hosting duties for the 2026 World Cup, area school closings in the wake of mass shooting threats and examining school safety deficits, the resignation of KCPS Superintendent Mark Bedell and the impact for the district and the Independent candidate in Kansas governor's race.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Eric Wesson, Pete Mundo and Dave Helling discuss details of the downtown stadium debate including potential sites and the timing of a public vote, congressional maps in Kansas and Missouri, police funding in Kansas City, the Jackson County Prosecutor's stance on abortion law, election law in Kansas, transgender athletes in KS and MO and a ban on mask mandates in KS.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Dave Helling, Steve Kraske and Micheal Mahoney discuss questions about Kansas City spending $5 million in COVID relief funds to lure an international airline to KCI, details about enforcing an abortion ban, searching for ways to slow the homicide rate, the pay boost for frontline city workers in KCMO, food sales tax in KS and marijuana and ranked choice voting in MO.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Kyle Palmer, Micheal Mahoney and Dave Helling discuss the leaked Supreme Court opinion that could end Roe v Wade and what that means in Kansas and Missouri, frustration over potholes in KCMO, roommate restrictions in Shawnee, the status of sports betting in Kansas and Missouri and removing borders in KS school districts and allowing students to attend any public school.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Steve Kraske, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the controversy over Eric Greitens featuring a Kansas City Police ride along in a campaign commercial, relocating residents of a trailer park to make way for new Jackson County Jail, Kansas legislative issues, KS and MO congressional maps, new highway park, Kansas City's turn hosting NFL Draft and new Royals uniforms.
Nick Haines interviews Kansas City Police Chief Rick Smith as he exits the job after five years to discuss the highs and lows of his tenure. Then, he talks to Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas about city issues such as the homicide epidemic which continues to plague the city, reinvigorating The Plaza and the escalating discussions about new stadiums.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Pete Mundo, Micheal Mahoney and Eric Wesson discuss Mayor Quinton Lucas' trip to Washington D.C. for a ceremony related to a ban on ghost guns, the persistent homicide problem in Kansas City, KCPD Chief Rick Smith's latest move to address homicides, Gov. Laura Kelly''s stance on sanctuary cities, debate over Plaza development and tenants and the latest on Eric Greitens.
Nick Haines, Steve Kraske, Rebekah Chung, Dave Helling and Kevin Collison discuss reports that the Kansas City Chiefs are considering stadium sites in Kansas and the new efforts in Kansas to entice the Chiefs, Kansas legislative issues including transgender athletes, Parents' Bill of Rights and sanctuary cities, the return of masks in SMSD, Dillards negotiating with Plaza, election results & more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss reports that the Chiefs are considering stadium sites in Kansas, news that Nordstrom is backing out of Plaza deal and remaining at Oak Park Mall, Trudy Busch Valentine entering Missouri U.S. Senate race, Rick Smith's alleged comments on Black Lives Matter protests and key issues and races in next week's election.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Micheal Mahoney, Pete Mundo and Dave Helling discuss new domestic abuse allegations against U.S. Senate candidate Eric Greitens by his ex-wife, the KCMO police budget, the Parents Bill of Rights in Kansas, the legislation in Kansas that would restrict transgender athletes from competing in women's sports and the potential ban on short term rentals in Overland Park.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Dave Helling and Steve Kraske discuss the two year anniversary of COVID and current status of restrictions and mandates, next year's mayoral race in Kansas City, Missouri legislative issues, Gov. Parson's London visit, the latest on the Kansas mystery manufacturing company, debate over tax subsidies for stadiums and the 170-foot ferris wheel proposal.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Pete Mundo, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss KCI compliance issues relating to the hiring of women and minority contractors, speculation that Panasonic is the mystery business in Kansas, the battle over congressional maps in Missouri and Kansas, the Independence mayoral race, Josh Hawley and Missouri U.S. Senate race, investment in Jazz District & ballot questions.
Nick Haines, Pilar Pedraza, Dave Helling, Eric Wesson and Steve Kraske discuss possible implications behind multiple national media appearances by Mayor Quinton Lucas, the push for tax incentives to lure an unknown company to Kansas, the Second Amendment Preservation Act in Missouri, the redistricting battle in Kansas, the Independence mayoral race, vaccine exemptions in Kansas and more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the lack of details in the push for tax incentives for a mystery business in Kansas, the contentious confirmation hearings for Missouri Health Director, the new congressional district map in Kansas, public input on KC's next police chief, Ed Eilert's retirement announcement, compensation for MO exonerees and more.
Nick Haines sits down with Edgemoor Senior Managing Director Geoff Stricker and Kansas City Aviation Director Pat Klein to get an update on progress at the new KCI. Next, he is joined by Dr. Brent Yeager, Olathe School Superintendent, and Edwin Birch, Executive Director of Communications and Marketing for KCK Schools, to discuss the challenges for schools during the recent pandemic surge.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Pete Mundo, Kyle Palmer and Steve Kraske discuss recent school district closures due to staff shortages from COVID, the Quinton Lucas appearance on Face The Nation, the return of some citywide mask mandates, the Missouri State of the State address, how redistricting could impact Sharice Davids and some of the key local election races.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Dave Helling and Eric Wesson discuss the Kansas City, Missouri School District earning full state accreditation, headlines from the latest pandemic surge, key points of emphasis from Governor Laura Kelly's State of the State address including medical marijuana legalization, Medicaid expansion and critical race theory and police funding in Missouri.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Micheal Mahoney, Steve Kraske and Pete Mundo discuss the continued struggle to address homicides in Kansas City, the decision to withdraw from the bid to become the 2024 GOP Convention host, the confusion, reluctance and frustration over mask mandates, new legislative sessions in Kansas and Missouri and Trump's endorsement of Derek Schmidt in the Kansas race for governor.
Nick Haines, Dana Wright, Eric Wesson, Steve Kraske and Dave Helling look back at 2021 and pick the stories that made the biggest impact, the metro's person of the year, the biggest winners and losers and make their predictions for what 2022 has in store.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Kevin Collison, Dave Helling and Micheal Mahoney discuss Kansas City Police Chief Rick Smith's future, new KCMO tax incentive greenlighting, the inauguration of KCK's first Black Mayor Tyrone Garner, Buck O'Neill's Hall of Fame induction, constantly changing mask mandates and COVID numbers, the race for Johnson County commissioner and Kansas City Southern.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Kevin Collison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss how funds from the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill might be used for projects around the metro including streetcar expansion, solar farms, a gondola and covering I-70, business milestones in spite of the pandemic, mask mandate changes and the Kansas special session to address federal vaccine mandates.
Nick Haines, Pilar Pedraza, Eric Wesson, Steve Kraske and Dave Helling discuss Governor Laura Kelly's stance on Biden's vaccine mandate and her push to eliminate the sales tax on food in Kansas, comments by Mayor Quinton Lucas on gun laws, the trial of a Kansas City Police detective, the Kevin Strickland case and funds from the infrastructure bill for Kansas and Missouri.
Nick Haines, Lynn Horsley, Eric Wesson, Pete Mundo & Micheal Mahoney discuss this week's election results including mayoral races in Overland Park and Wyandotte County and hotly contested school board races, the death of former Kansas Congressman Dennis Moore, mask mandate changes, vaccine requirements at Kansas universities, St. Luke's staffing shortages due to mandates & vaccines for children.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Steve Kraske, Kevin Collison and Kyle Palmer discuss Kansas City's bid to host the 2024 Republican National Convention, the women's soccer stadium coming to Kansas City's Riverfront, KCPD reassigning KCI patrols, next Tuesday's election, the DUI sentencing for Kansas Senator Gene Suellentrop, Mark Alford's bid for Congress and more.
Nick Haines moderates mayoral debates for two area races. Tyrone Garner and David Alvey square off in the race to become the next mayor of Wyandotte County. In the Overland Park mayoral race, Curt Skoog and Mike Czinege make their cases as they seek to replace Carl Gerlach. Pllus, Mary Sanchez, Steve Vockrodt and Dave Helling discuss KC's World Cup bid, redistricting, COVID trends and more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Steve Kraske and Micheal Mahoney discuss Jill Biden's visit to speak with Latino communities, the explosion threat and illegal search of Mayor Quinton Lucas, the latest on KCI concession contract dispute, Southwest Airlines flight cancellations, potential school closures in KCMO, the Kevin Strickland case, Jay-Z's interest in WYCO convictions and more.
Nick Haines talks with Mayor Quinton Lucas about the ruling on police funding and the process to determine vendors at the new KCI. Dave Helling, Pete Mundo and Eric Wesson discuss the police funding dispute, food contracts at KCI, proposed tax incentives for a luxury hotel near the Kauffman Center, funding for future streetcar expansion, mask and vaccine mandates, Missouri death penalty and more.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Kyle Palmer, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss masks going on trial this week, continuing debates over mask and vaccine mandates, racism in schools, and housing issues in the Greater Kansas City area.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Steve Kraske, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss declines in police officers and ongoing recruiting struggles, continuing debates over mask and vaccine mandates, restaurant considerations for the new KCI, how Kansas and Missouri intend to handle Afghan evacuees as the begin to arrive in the area and questions about a downtown stadium.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Pete Mundo and Micheal Mahoney discuss Biden's vaccine mandate and the resistance from Attorneys General in Kansas and Missouri, vaccine mandate impact on staffing shortages in nursing homes and schools, Rae's Cafe mask mandate dispute, JOCO mask mandate resistance, potential for a downtown stadium for the Royals and a new proposal for Jackson County jail.
Nick Haines, Pilar Pedraza, Steve Kraske and Dave Helling discuss disputes and lawsuits relating to mask mandates, the political tug of war in Kansas over funding to retain nurses and vaccination requirements, potential abortion law changes in wake of Texas ban, controversy over gay history exhibit in Missouri capital, redistricting in KCMO, gun violence and more.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Micheal Mahoney, Mary Sanchez and Dave Helling discuss Jeff Colyer's exit from the Kansas governor's race and its implications, the ongoing debate over police funding in KCMO, the confusing status of prosecuting marijuana cases, the latest on the Kevin Strickland case, frustration over bidding processes at KCI, mask mandate lawsuits and unvaccinated workers in nursing homes.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Steve Kraske, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss area businesses and arts organizations that will require proof of vaccination for entry, the fight over mask mandates in schools, the confusing status of mask requirements which differ from place to place, Kansas City passing the 100 homicides mark and the debate over how to handle Afghan refugees.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Michael Mahoney, Lisa Rodriguez and Dave Helling discuss how some area businesses will now be requiring proof of, the mayoral races in Wyandotte County and Overland Park, the return of evictions, Missouri’s upcoming bicentennial events & more.
Nick Haines, Steve Kraske, Kyle Palmer, Mara Williams and Dave Helling discuss Kansas City's new mask mandates, the closing of the Truman Library due to Covid concerns, mandatory vaccinations for employees of Truman Med and the VA hospital, and the mayoral races in Overland Park and Wyandotte County & more.Enter your content here
Nick Haines, Sarah Plake, Dave Helling, Eric Wesson and Steve Kraske discuss Gov. Mike Parson's new vaccine incentive program, new health department recommendations on masks, the search for solutions to Kansas City's homelessness crisis, the Medicaid expansion court case in Missouri, police funding, the push for recreational marijuana in MO, the debate over critical race theory in schools & more.
Nick Haines talks to Wyandotte Health Director Juliann Van Liew, Johnson County Health Director Dr. Sanmi Areola and Kansas City Health Director Rex Archer about the new surge in COVID-19 cases and the race to get more people vaccinated.
Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Micheal Mahoney, Cat Reid and Dave Helling discuss new emphasis on building inspections in the wake of the condo collapse in Florida, the spike in Missouri COVID cases, gun violence and crime, upcoming elections including Overland Park and Wyandotte County mayoral races, Kansas Governor and Attorney General races, the new plaque on Jackson statue, Katz Drugstore & more.
Nick Haines, Cat Reid, Steve Kraske, Eric Wesson and Micheal Mahoney discuss the reopening of the newly renovated Truman Library, the Missouri COVID spike, the effectiveness of incentives to reduce vaccine hesitancy, changes for Missouri lottery winners, the fight over Medicaid expansion in Missouri, KCMO's homicide rate, changes to MO and KS gun laws and businesses struggling to find workers.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Mary Sanchez, Dave Helling and Pete Mundo discuss Quinton Lucas pledging to financially compensate African Americans for years of racial injustice, the Supreme Court ruling about Medicaid Expansion in Missouri, debate over toll roads in Johnson County, the COVID spike in Missouri, protective fencing at the Kansas governor's mansion, the Parade of Hearts & more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Dave Helling and Micheal Mahoney discuss the expiration of emergency orders in Kansas as pandemic fatigue grows, Gov. Parson signing legislation restricting the use of emergency health orders, the debate over police funding in KCMO, KC ministers calling for a 21-day ceasefire, student reaction to the Auschwitz exhibit, JOCO debate over toll roads and more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson and Steve Kraske discuss the controversy surrounding the new Quinton Lucas police funding plan that aims to bring more accountability to the police department, the status of local police reform efforts, Missouri's first Black female Supreme Court judge and Jill Biden's visit. Plus, George Guastello and Luis Ferreiro discuss the upcoming Auschwitz exhibit.
Nick Haines, Emily Manley, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss confusion about mask rules in the wake of the CDC lifting mask requirements for the fully vaccinated, efforts to raise the Missouri gas tax, protests over Missouri legislature's failure to implement voter approved Medicaid expansion, debates over gun laws and police residency, Sharice Davids endorsement impact & MO Senate candidates.
Nick Haines talks to Kansas City Streetcar Authority's Executive Director Tom Gerend about the fifth anniversary of the streetcar, progress of the streetcar line expansion and the potential for future lines connecting to the East Side in Kansas City. Plus, Mayor Quinton Lucas discusses his recent trip to Washington, D.C., his efforts to address violent crime and police reform and more.
Nick Haines, Pilar Pedraza, Pete Mundo, Dave Helling and Eric Wesson discuss inconsistent mask rules and enforcement, Rex Archer's retirement announcement, Kris Kobach's bid for Kansas Attorney General, Mayor Lucas pleading with state lawmakers for gun restrictions, the Kansas legislature response to vetoes of transgender athlete, gun and election law bills and long-term plans for KC's homeless.
Nick Haines, Cat Reid, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Steve Kraske discuss updates to COVID restrictions and mask mandates, recent homicides including a KCUR reporter and a local gym owner, efforts to oust Overland Park Police Chief, the impact of recent Census results on KS and MO, the proposed fetus funerals in MO, auditing COVID relief spending and Laura Kelly wielding the veto pen in Kansas.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Pete Mundo, Dave Helling and Eric Wesson discuss the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial and how it may impact local police policies, Mayor Quinton Lucas' surprise announcement about his marriage and baby, the resignation of the Missouri Health Director, key issues in the Kansas and Missouri legislative sessions, the push to address vaccine hesitancy & green initiatives.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Dave Helling and Eric Wesson discuss new plans for renaming streets to honor MLK, the escalating homicide and crime rates in KCMO, the charges filed against former Chiefs Assistant Coach Britt Reid, potential NCAA boycotts of Kansas in response to transgender athlete policies, housing the homeless in hotels, part shortages at Ford & vaccine passports.
Nick Haines, Cat Reid, Dave Helling, Eric Wesson and Steve Kraske discuss Tuesday's election results, low voter turnout and the implications of campaign money in KCMO school board elections, the politics of moving the MLB All-Star Game, vaccine eligibility, vaccine passports, new debates over mask mandates in Kansas, protests by KCMO's unhoused and Amanda Adkins announcing her KS 3rd District run.
Nick Haines, Linda Wagar, Eric Wesson, Pete Mundo and Lynn Horsley discuss next Tuesday's election in KCMO which includes votes for renewing the earnings tax and four seats on the school board, the expansion of vaccine eligibility in Kansas and Missouri and addressing the associated costs, Gov. Kelly being at odds with counties over mask mandates, Missouri Medicaid expansion & transgender rights.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Micheal Mahoney, Pete Mundo and Eric Wesson discuss Eric Greitens entering the U.S. Senate race in Missouri and the GOP's reaction, the potential ambassadorship for Claire McCaskill, the expansion of vaccine eligibility, schools considering vaccine requirements, addressing homelessness in KCMO, seeking solutions to the homicide epidemic and a progress report on KCI.
Nick Haines, Cat Reid, Steve Kraske, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the most significant surprises one year on from the start of pandemic lockdown, vaccine distribution in Kansas and Missouri, debate over vaccine requirements by employers, the evolving list of who's in and who's out in the race to fill Roy Blunt's U.S. Senate seat, the Waddell and Reed building and stimulus money projects.
Nick Haines, Dia Wall, Micheal Mahoney, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the unexpected rolling blackouts due to extreme cold weather and the impact going forward, continued frustrations with vaccine communication and distribution, the cancellation of the St. Patrick's Day parade, how the next round of COVID relief will be allocated, proposed changes to tax incentive policy & police residency.
Nick Haines, Cat Reid, Eric Wesson, Pete Mundo and Steve Kraske look for positives in a cold and disappointing week in KC, discuss the Britt Reid car crash implications, the stances of Kansas and Missouri Senators on the impeachment trial, Roy Blunt drawing a 2022 challenger, COVID cases dropping, vaccine distribution frustrations, Mayor Lucas State of the City address, budget cuts & Carl Gerlach.
Nick Haines sits down with Mayor Quinton Lucas to discuss a variety of city issues including COVID restrictions, tax incentives and affordable housing. Then, Dave Helling and Micheal Mahoney provide analysis of Laura Kelly's proposal to fund Medicaid expansion with medical marijuana, problems with unemployment claims in KS, Gov. Parson's anger over SOS address, vaccine rollout, Josh Hawley & more.
Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Eric Wesson, Steve Kraske and Micheal Mahoney discuss Mayor Lucas announcing that there will be no public celebration if the Chiefs win the Super Bowl, Shawnee Mission School District's decision to change Native American mascots, problems with vaccine distribution, area lawmaker stances on Trump trial, Parson SOS address, KS abortion amendment & return of KC Monarchs.
Nick Haines, Cat Reid, Pete Mundo, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss local connections to the presidential inauguration of Joe Biden including which area lawmakers attended and the extra security measures, the potential involvement of a KCPD officer in the Capitol riot, the MO bill to name a highway after Trump, issues with vaccine distribution, honoring MLK, renaming Nelson-Atkins & Chiefs.
Nick Haines, Micheal Mahoney, Cat Reid, Eric Wesson & Steve Kraske discuss corporations pulling campaign contributions to Josh Hawley and Roger Marshall following the electoral vote challenge, potential Biden appointees from Kansas and Missouri, Quinton Lucas extending mask mandate and relaxing restrictions on bars and restaurants, the escalating eviction crisis, Parson and Kelly speeches & more.
Nick Haines, Mary Sanchez, Pete Mundo, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the implications of objecting to the electoral vote certification for Senators Josh Hawley and Roger Marshall, Emanuel Cleaver's ill conceived prayer ending, issues relating to the vaccine rollout, retail and restaurant struggles, the new JOCO courthouse, top issues for KS and MO legislatures and the KC Star apology.
Nick Haines discusses the spike in COVID, vote counting and Roy Blunt re-election plans.
Nick Haines analyzes this week's election results and discusses the impact of COVID-19.
Nick Haines discusses voting procedures and ballot measures & interviews Barbara Bollier.
Nick Haines discusses MO and KS ballot questions, KCMO homicide record & Carnahan legacy.
Nick Haines speaks to KS 3rd District candidate Amanda Adkins & KCMO Mayor Quinton Lucas.
Nick Haines discusses KCMO City Hall tent protest, crime townhall & Chiefs COVID concerns.
Nick Haines discusses the KCMO crime plan, the power of debates and political attack ads.
Nick Haines discusses Gov. Parson testing positive, voting options and Ginsburg vacancy.
Nick Haines discusses damage to new BLM mural, booing Chiefs fans and Mike Brown comments.
Nick Haines discusses reaction to BLM murals, six months of COVID-19 and KCMO homicides.
Nick Haines discusses charges in KCPD incident, effort to recall Mayor Lucas & streetcar.
Nick Haines discusses debate over returning to school, AG Barr's visit and USPS concerns.
Nick Haines discusses election results, possible new shutdowns and school start decisions.
Nick Haines discusses debate over schools reopening, Chief Rick Smith and KCI contracts.
Nick Haines discusses Kansas school reopening delay, teacher protests and mask disputes.
Nick Haines discusses mask mandates, Holocaust cartoon aimed at Gov. Kelly and homicides.
Nick Haines discusses mask requirements, a racist message to Mayor Lucas & homicide spike.
Nick Haines discusses defunding police, the first year for Mayor Lucas and COVID rules.
Nick Haines discusses the protests in KC, push to rename fountain and restarting schools.
Nick Haines talks to metro arts leaders about the impact of pandemic and reopening phases.
Nick Haines discusses area reopening rules, youth sports restarting and COVID-19 lawsuits.
Nick Haines discusses reaction to first phase of reopening, business rules and face masks.
Nick Haines talks to metro mayors and decision makers about reopening rules and timing.
Nick Haines discusses protests urging end of shutdowns, resuming school and budget woes.
Nick Haines discusses COVID-19 headlines and speaks to restaurant owners about concerns.
Nick Haines discusses debate over COVID-19 restrictions and the latest on the pandemic.
Nick Haines talks to Kansas Health Secretary, KCPD Chief and area school superintendents.
ick Haines talks to KCMO Mayor, a mental health expert and grocery chain representatives.
Nick Haines discusses the Show Me Showdown, MO petition for recreational pot & KC budget.
Nick Haines discusses KC pot conviction pardons, Cerner TIF deal & SMSD teacher contract.
Nick Haines discusses the KCMO State of the City address, Sprint/T-Mobile merger & SMSD.
Nick Haines discusses observations of the Super Bowl parade, Iowa caucus and impeachment.
Nick Haines discusses local reaction to Super Bowl, pothole problem and impeachment trial.
Nick Haines discusses the Chiefs, debates over KC police issues and abortion in Kansas.
Nick Haines discusses the KS and MO State of State addresses, MLK Day & free bus service.
ck Haines discusses Mayor Lucas & reducing homicides, KS & MO legislatures & primaries.
Nick Haines reviews the year's top headlines and makes predictions for the year to come.
Nick Haines discusses Troy Schulte's job offer, JOCO considering toll road & KCPS data.
Nick Haines discusses new efforts to honor MLK, local spats over impeachment and free bus.
Nick Haines discusses area election results, Paseo/MLK and Mayor Lucas' first 100 days.
Nick Haines previews next week's election and discusses the USDA move and tenant rights.
Nick Haines discusses Gov. Parson and KC crime, tax incentives and proposed vaping tax.
Nick Haines discusses the KCK shooting, Roeland Park's stance on police/ ICE and KCI jobs.
Nick Haines discusses KCI losing Iceland flight, Judge Murguia scandal & vaping lawsuit.
Nick Haines discusses City Manager retirement, the impeachment inquiry & KC pot ordinance.
Nick Haines discusses the local impact of GM strike, recent election polls and free buses.
Nick Haines discusses Gov. Parson's reelection bid, GOP primaries & the vote on MLK/Paseo.
Nick Haines discusses possible sale of KC Royals, Gov. Parson's opponents and homicides.
Nick Haines discusses KC's homicide problem, primary election results & Border War truce.
Nick Haines discusses Mayor Lucas' inauguration address, Kansas primary & Sprint merger.
Nick Haines discusses the Quinton Lucas inauguration, U.S. Senate race in KS and ICE raid.
Nick Haines discusses Pete Buttiegieg's visit, Sly James' new book and police body cams.
Nick Haines discusses Kobach entering Senate race, JACO property tax & free bus service.
Nick Haines discusses rewards for homicide tips, JACO property taxes & the 2020 election.
Nick Haines discuss election results, USDA jobs coming to KC and Missouri abortion ruling.
Nick Haines quizzes Quinton Lucas & Jolie Justus about why he or she should be KC's mayor.
Nick Haines discusses the 2023 NFL Draft in KC, Missouri's abortion ban & Kobach's future.
Nick Haines discusses Missouri's abortion ban, Sharice Davids contenders & police suicide.
Nick Haines discusses the streetcar anniversary, KS legislative session & mayoral debate.
Nick Haines discusses Tyreek Hill investigation, KS Medicaid expansion & abortion ruling.
Nick Haines discusses federal funding for streetcar, education issues and tax incentives.
Nick Haines discusses election results, updates on KS & MO legislative sessions & Kobach.
Nick Haines discusses next week's election, recent SOTC addresses and KCI groundbreaking.
Nick Haines discusses paying for snow removal, issues in KS & MO legislatures & petitions.
Nick Haines discusses KC City Council races, gun homicides and efforts to bypass Clean MO.
Nick Haines discusses the new KCI deal, MO connection to blackface controversy and SOTU.
Nick Haines discusses the renaming of The Paseo, impact of Chiefs loss and Mike Pompeo.
Nick Haines discusses the KS & MO State of the State Addresses, storm response and Chiefs.
Nick Haines discusses KCMO mayoral primary, Kansas Senate seat and government shutdown.
Nick Haines discusses KS & MO legislative sessions, Pat Roberts' future and violent crime.
Nick Haines discusses JACO stance on marijuana, overturning Clean Missouri & new MO AG.
Nick Haines discusses election results, the cost of KCI & Mike Sanders heading to prison.
Nick Haines discusses high profile focus on area races, Schlitterbahn trial & KC violence.
Nick Haines discusses the Trump & Pence campaign visits, voter registration & library tax.
Nick Haines discusses the KC Mayor's race, missing sex offenders in MO and campaign ads.
Nick Haines discusses advance voting, implications of Kavanaugh confirmation & JACO jail.
Nick Haines discusses Trump campaigning for Hawley, Mike Sanders' sentence & campaign ads.
Nick Haines discusses the KCMO mayoral debate, KC housing issues and Westport security.
Nick Haines discusses endorsement strategy, Sharice Davids/ICE and panhandling in KCMO.
Nick Haines discusses the candidates for KS governor, Sly James & JOCO schools/suicide.
Nick Haines discusses primary election results & the recent spike in gun violence in KCMO.
Nick Haines previews what to expect in next week's election on both sides of state line.
Nick Haines discusses Trump's KC visit, Sheriff Forte's finding and duck boat regulations.
Nick Haines discusses KC's high profile campaign stops, supporting police & city services.
Nick Haines discusses VP Pence's KC visit, the shooting in Westport & KU flag controversy.
Nick Haines discusses rising costs of new KCI, pot and right to work in MO & new KS laws.
Nick Haines discusses Kander's run for mayor, Right to Life convention & KCPD/body cams.
Nick Haines discusses Parson's pick for Lt. Governor, area police shootings & Kevin Yoder.
Nick Haines discusses the new and old MO governors, sales tax for Pre-K ed & Clay County.
Nick Haines discusses the dismissal of Greitens case, living on min wage & Kemper Arena.
Nick Haines discusses the Greitens trial, KS/MO November election and the minimum wage.
Nick Haines discusses the MO Special Session, Sprint merger and rewards for homicide tips.
Nick Haines discusses the area's black homicide rate, unrest in Jackson County and Pompeo.
Nick Haines discusses the latest on KCI, the student walkout and the streetcar election.
Nick Haines discusses the report on Eric Greitens, KS school funding bill & honoring MLK.
Nick Haines discusses election results, efforts to honor MLK in KCMO and KS legislature.
ick Haines discusses Kansas guns/school safety debate, KC State of the City and election.
Nick Haines discusses the KS school funding report, the KCMO housing battle and Greitens.
Nick Haines discusses Greitens indictment, response to guns & mental illness, KS Gov race.
Nick Haines discusses the Edgemoor MOU, education leadership changes & KS/MO Border War.
Nick Haines discusses the Harley Davidson plant closure, KCI/Edgemoor vote & Sanders plea.
Nick Haines discusses Eric Greitens' future, the turmoil in JACO Legislature & KCI MOU.
Nick Haines discusses KS & MO state of the state speeches & KCI's first European flight.
Nick Haines discusses Brownback's future, KC's homicide rate and the Missouri legislature.
Nick Haines discusses the Sanders FBI investigation, JOCO City Manager & Greitens' texts.
Nick Haines analyzes Tuesday's election results and discusses recent hate crime hoaxes.
Nick Haines interviews KCPD Chief Rick Smith. Reporters discuss MO Senate & KS Gov Races.
Nick Haines discusses recent divisive school incidents, the NFL protests and Mosaic Arena.
Nick Haines discusses the politics of hurricane relief, the latest on KCI and race riots.
Nick Haines discusses minority labor for KCI project, campus carry and DeVos visit to KC.
Nick Haines discusses latest KCI developments, KC homicide rate and KCMO's minimum wage.
Nick Haines discusses Sam Brownback's new job, Aug. 8 election issues and KCPD candidates.
Nick Haines discusses Moran's stance on healthcare, KS ed funding case & MO drug program.
Nick Haines discusses the legacies of Patterson and Nutter, KCI radio ads and Wolf Creek.
Nick Haines discusses KS campus carry, KC's homicide rate & McCaskill's re-election bid.
Nick Haines discusses the KCI public option, Moran's stance on health bill and Jackson Co.
Nick Haines discusses KCMO's homicide rate, JC Nichols Fountain & KS education funding.
Nick Haines discusses the push for a new KCI, MO's special session and Moran's town hall.
Nick Haines discusses public input on KCI, Blue Cross leaving ACA & Reed campaign launch.
Nick Haines discusses a new KCI funding plan, the streetcar ballot & legislative sessions.
Nick Haines discusses the Kansas and Missouri legislative sessions & the health care bill.
Nick Haines discusses Jim Hinson's retirement, the KC crime report and the KS legislature.
Nick Haines discusses election results, KS medicaid expansion & McCaskill's Gorsuch vote.
Nick Haines discusses the five questions on next week's ballot in Kansas City, Missouri.
Nick Haines discusses the retirement of KCPD Chief, Brownback's future and Trump's budget.
Nick Haines discusses the Kansas budget battle, Kansas governor's race and GO Bond issue.
Nick Haines discusses talk of new airport in JOCO, KS budget battle and guns at KU Med.
Nick Haines discusses the immigration ban, the ethics of Gov Greitens & lawmaker salaries.
Nick Haines discusses Trump infrastructure list, impact of protests and guns on campus.
Nick Haines discusses the Greitens State of State, KCMO infrastructure bond & min wage.
Nick Haines discusses the Greitens inauguration, Brownback's SOTS and KC's stadium leases.
Nick Haines discusses right to work in MO, Medicaid expansion in KS & KCMO police control.
Nick Haines discusses potential local cabinet picks, key issues in KCMO & carriage rides.
Nick Haines moderates debates relating to the MO tobacco tax and JOCO public safety tax.
Nick Haines discusses the lack of local debates, impact of CO pot on KS & area campaigns.
Nick Haines discusses the streetcar milestone, MO Senate race and East Side development.