Steve Kraske
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Oct 16, 2026
Kansas City nonprofit seeks approval to open a low-barrier shelter in the Historic Northeast
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0:44Blair KirkhoffADVERTISER
Sportsbeat KC is brought to you by KCUR and the Kansas City Star.
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0:57Colin CornelisonNARRATOR
From KCUR, this is Up to Date with Steve Kraske.
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1:01Colin CornelisonNARRATOR
I'm intern Colin Cornelison.
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1:04Colin CornelisonNARRATOR
The Open Doors Foundation, a fast-growing nonprofit, began offering housing and other services to Kansas City's homeless population last year.
Casting an informed vote in Kansas or Missouri can be tricky. Here’s some tips
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0:45speaker_1ADVERTISER
That's on the podcast Up From Dust from KCUR.
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0:57Hallie JacksonNARRATOR
From KCUR, this is Up to Date with Steve Kraske.
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1:01Hallie JacksonNARRATOR
I'm producer Hallie Jackson.
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1:04Hallie JacksonNARRATOR
It's about that time.
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24:15Matt BeatGUEST
And we wrap our political identity so closely around us that it can be very painful, actually, to leave that behind.
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24:22Matt BeatGUEST
So I totally understand.
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24:25Hallie JacksonNARRATOR
That was our host, Steve Kraske, speaking with Amber Dickinson, associate professor of political science at Washburn University, and Matt Beat, who makes politics and government videos as Mr.
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24:36Hallie JacksonNARRATOR
Beat on YouTube for more than 1.4 million followers.
KC Soundcheck: Kansas City musician Bobby Watson mentors a new generation of jazz artists
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16:33Steve KraskeHOST
You too.
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16:46Elizabeth RuizNARRATOR
That was our host, Steve Kraske, speaking with jazz musician Bobby Watson.
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16:51Elizabeth RuizNARRATOR
Up to Date is a production of KCUR, and this episode was produced by Zach Wilson, with help from me, Elizabeth Ruiz.
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16:58Elizabeth RuizNARRATOR
Thanks for listening.
Breaking down the Jackson County elections this November
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3:54Nomin UjiyediinHOST
Josh Merchant is a reporter for The Beacon who covers Jackson County.
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3:57Nomin UjiyediinHOST
They joined KCUR's Steve Kraske to talk about what the county's elected officials actually do and the major issues this election season.
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4:05Steve KraskeSOUNDBITE_SPEAKER
Briefly explain, if you would, what the county legislature does, because I'm not sure everybody knows that.
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4:10Steve KraskeSOUNDBITE_SPEAKER
What are people really voting on here?
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12:10Josh MerchantGUEST
And so, you know, they're talking about hopefully striking a little bit more of a respectful tone with each other and being more willing to work across party lines and, and just generally with all of their other fellow legislators.
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12:22Josh MerchantGUEST
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12:24Nomin UjiyediinHOST
That was KCUR's Steve Kraske and Beacon reporter Josh Merchant.
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12:27Nomin UjiyediinHOST
You can read Josh's stories covering Jackson County at kcur.org or thebeaconnews.org. [upbeat music] This is Kansas City Today.
‘Keep your kids close.’ How Kansas City families can stay safe this Halloween
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0:31Blair KirkhoffADVERTISER
Whether you're a season ticket holder, a dedicated tailgater, or an armchair expert, tune in to Sportsbeat KC from KCUR and the Kansas City Star.
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0:47Seth GirouseNARRATOR
From KCUR, this is Up to Date with Steve Kraske.
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0:51Seth GirouseNARRATOR
I'm intern Seth Girouse.
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0:53Seth GirouseNARRATOR
Halloween spirit is creeping in all around the city.
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14:50Tarek DovkotaGUEST
you.
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14:51Tarek DovkotaGUEST
Golf carts are not going to save the day.
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15:01Seth GirouseNARRATOR
That was our host, Steve Kraske, talking with Tarek Tavkota about Halloween personal injury cases.
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15:06Seth GirouseNARRATOR
Up to date is a production of KCUR, and this episode was produced by me, Seth Duraus.
UMKC men’s soccer team, ranked among top in country, is Kansas City’s ‘best-kept secret’
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0:45speaker_1NARRATOR
That's on the podcast Up From Dust from KCUR.
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0:57Seth GirouseNARRATOR
From KCUR, this is Up to Date with Steve Kraske.
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1:01Seth GirouseNARRATOR
I'm intern Seth Girouse.
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1:03Seth GirouseNARRATOR
The UMKC men's soccer team is now the 11th best in the nation.
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16:50Ryan PooreGUEST
And then we finish the season at Omaha.
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16:53Ryan PooreGUEST
And so three important games left, and we're looking forward to see what happens.
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17:02Seth GirouseNARRATOR
That was our host, Steve Kraske, talking with UMKC men's soccer coach Ryan Poore about their historic run.
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17:10Seth GirouseNARRATOR
Up to Date is a production of KCUR, and this episode was produced by me, Seth Geraus.
What's the deal with Missouri's abortion vote and redistricting? KCUR answers your election Qs
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0:45speaker_1ADVERTISER
That's on the podcast Up From Dust from KCUR.
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0:57Hallie JacksonHOST
From KCUR, this is Up to Date with Steve Kraske.
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I'm producer Hallie Jackson.
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Are you ready to vote in the midterm elections? KCUR wants to make sure that you feel confident headed to the polls this November.
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1:11Hallie JacksonHOST
It's why we started a new initiative.
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1:13Hallie JacksonHOST
We're calling What's the Deal KC? We've been asking our listeners to send in their questions about the ballot, and today we're going to answer a few of them.
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1:23Hallie JacksonHOST
Our host, Steve Kraske, spoke with me, Hallie Jackson, and audience engagement strategist Zach Perez to talk more about the initiative and what people are asking right now.
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1:33Steve KraskeHOST
Well, Zach, KCUR has launched this new effort.
Kansas City, Kansas, mayor asks voters to pass 2 sales taxes: 'We have to invest in ourselves'
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0:45speaker_1NARRATOR
That's on the podcast Up From Dust from KCUR.
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0:57Zach WilsonNARRATOR
From KCUR, this is Up to Date with Steve Kraske.
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1:01Zach WilsonNARRATOR
I'm senior producer Zach Wilson.
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1:03Zach WilsonNARRATOR
Kansas City, Kansas voters will decide whether to approve two different sales taxes when they go to the polls next month.
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24:43Christal WatsonGUEST
I have no comment to address the financial concerns.
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24:49Christal WatsonGUEST
dealings between the state and the chiefs at this time okay we have we made a pledge initially and we've stood behind that of course this litigation now that this litigation is going on i don't have any further comments on where that lands
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25:13Zach WilsonNARRATOR
That was Steve Kraske in conversation with the mayor and CEO of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County in Kansas City, Kansas, Christal Watson.
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25:22Zach WilsonNARRATOR
Up to date is a production of KCUR and this podcast was produced by Hallie Jackson with help from me, Zach Wilson.
Kansas City high school robotics teams modified battery cars for toddlers with disabilities
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0:44Blair KirkhoffADVERTISER
Sportsbeat KC is brought to you by KCUR and the Kansas City Star.
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0:56Elizabeth RuizNARRATOR
From KCUR, this is Up to Date with Steve Kraske.
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1:00Elizabeth RuizNARRATOR
I'm producer Elizabeth Ruiz.
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1:03Elizabeth RuizNARRATOR
On Saturday, seven toddlers with mobility disabilities each received a personalized gift that will help them be a little bit more independent.
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17:10Steve KraskeHOST
Well, good for you.
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17:11Steve KraskeHOST
Congratulations on what you did here.
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17:13Elizabeth RuizNARRATOR
That was Emily Smith, Brie Pusey, and Adriana Johnson speaking with our host, Steve Kraske.
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17:23Elizabeth RuizNARRATOR
Up to Date is a production of KCUR, and this episode was produced by me, Elizabeth Ruiz.
Independence’s historic, long-vacant Englewood Theater will start renovations soon
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0:31Blair KirkhoffADVERTISER
Whether you're a season ticket holder, a dedicated tailgater, or an armchair expert, tune in to Sportsbeat KC from KCUR and the Kansas City Star.
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0:48Colin CornelisonNARRATOR
From KCUR, this is Up to Date with Steve Kraske.
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0:51Colin CornelisonNARRATOR
I'm intern Colin Cornelison.
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0:54Colin CornelisonNARRATOR
When Inglewood Theater first opened in 1949, its spacious design, modern amenities, and iconic neon marquee became an instant attraction for moviegoers.
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16:20Brent SchondelmeyerGUEST
Four years, it's on Thursday, October 29th, 7 p.m. And that's shown at the Englewood Arts Center next door because our theater isn't open.
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And it's a nice Halloween week activity.
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16:38Colin CornelisonNARRATOR
That was our host, Steve Kraske, talking with Friends of Englewood Theatre president, Brent Schondelmeyer.
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16:44Colin CornelisonNARRATOR
Up to Date is a production of KCUR, and this episode was produced by me, Colin Cornelison.
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