KMBC 9's "Heart of the Matter"

KMBC 9's "Heart of the Matter"

Moderated by KMBC 9's Cody Holyoke. 'Heart of the Matter' digs deeper into the biggest stories of the week in Kansas and Missouri, with in-depth interviews and analysis, context and perspective.

Episodes

September 28, 2025 20 mins
Fueled by taxpayer frustration, a recall election will soon decide the future of Jackson County Executive Frank White. White joins us for an in-depth conversation on the issues before Election Day. Our roundtable dispels ballot confusion and analyzes the race.
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Public pushback grows against redistricting in Missouri. Kansas Republicans consider a similar plan. An effort in Missouri works to prevent veteran suicide.
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September 14, 2025 20 mins
Missouri Republicans force a Presidential-led redistricting effort--and a vote on major changes to direct democracy. We get a progress report on Missouri’s sports betting rollout from the head of the state’s Gaming Commission.
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August 31, 2025 20 mins
Missouri’s next Attorney General discusses her priorities ahead of taking office. Redistricting efforts reach a fever pitch in Missouri. Doctors release new blood pressure guidelines meant to save lives.
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August 16, 2025 20 mins
New gaps created by maternal care service shutdowns and grocery store closures prompt important conversations. Missouri lawmakers tour the state in the name of property tax reform—and educators are watching closely.
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August 9, 2025 20 mins
A White House-led redistricting effort makes waves in Missouri. A judge sets a date for the recall election of Jackson County Executive Frank White. Lee’s Summit prepares to open a multimillion dollar downtown transformation.
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August 3, 2025 20 mins
Voters in Kansas and Missouri prepare for primary elections. Doctors help families adjust to “back to school” schedules. Incentives attract TV and film productions to Kansas City.
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July 25, 2025 20 mins
Local schools scramble to adjust as the US Department of Education withholds billions of dollars in funding. Congress slashes funding for public media, greatly affecting broadcasters and journalists in Kansas and Missouri. The Kansas City Chiefs prepare for the 2025 season.
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July 20, 2025 20 mins
Panasonic makes history in Kansas. Criticism grows over cuts and rollbacks to policies and programs in Missouri. Local nonprofit groups work to celebrate people with disabilities.
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July 13, 2025 20 mins
Health systems and patients prepare for the impact of Medicaid cuts. The devastation of deadly flooding in Texas prompts an important conversation. The ‘stadium saga’ involving the Chiefs and Royals enters a new chapter.
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July 6, 2025 20 mins
Kansas lawmakers consider giving the Chiefs and Royals more time to decide on stadium plans. Local ‘988’ call centers prepare for a major change affecting millions of high-risk Americans. A Kansas City-based nonprofit needs help providing for kids in foster care.
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June 8, 2025 20 mins
Missouri’s special legislative session is in full swing, with a stadium deal hanging in the balance. Kansas City, Missouri’s new city manager discusses his priorities. Organizers in Kansas City share what’s happening behind the scenes--a year from the start of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup.
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May 23, 2025 20 mins
Missouri lawmakers are on the clock to strike a stadium deal with the Chiefs and Royals. Republicans push back against key issues approved by Missouri voters. Health experts sound the alarm on a disturbing trend affecting young people.
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A special "Heart of the Matter: Conversations" episode. KMBC 9's Cody Holyoke sits down with Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson, discussing her dual approach to combatting crime, her main priorities of her new administration, and how she hopes to improve relationships within the community.
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April 25, 2025 20 mins
A battle over immigration spreads to college campuses. Mayor Quinton Lucas discusses several issues affecting Kansas City. A KMBC 9 News investigation prompts changes in prisons.
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April 4, 2025 20 mins
Commitment 2025 coverage. Education and public safety take the spotlight in municipal elections across Missouri. Our team analyzes the key races and issues up for a vote.
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March 28, 2025 20 mins
Child sex abuse survivors fight for new protections in Missouri. A local nonprofit turns an act of hate into a mission of kindness. The Kansas City Royals start the 2025 season with their eyes on ‘fall ball.’
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March 21, 2025 20 mins
Growing concerns over proposed government cuts prompt tough conversations about Medicaid. Business leaders and conservative lawmakers in Missouri fight workers’ rights measures passed at the polls. A local nonprofit works to help families avoid an impossible choice.
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March 14, 2025 20 mins
A deadly measles outbreak prompts an important conversation with local health experts. Missouri lawmakers approve a plan to let the state control another local police department. Organizers prepare for Kansas City’s Saint Patrick’s Day parade.
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March 7, 2025 20 mins
An emerging trade war leads to uncertainty and concern in Kansas and Missouri. A plan to shake up school systems meets pushback from educators. The KC Current prepare for their season opener.
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