Zach Wilson is a Senior Producer at KCUR's Up To Date. He focuses on constructing daily conversations that provide context to contemporary issues, emphasizing accountability for those in power while highlighting the voices of Kansas City's creatives. Zach's work has been featured in various outlets, including the Washington Examiner and The Denver Gazette.
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Zach's coverage is primarily focused on local sports, particularly football (NFL) and the Kansas City area. He also covers government and politics in relation to local issues. Given this, he would likely be interested in pitches related to local sports events, player interviews or features about the impact of sporting events on the community.
Local political developments that directly affect Kansas City residents may also catch his attention. Therefore, experts with insights into these areas could potentially provide valuable contributions for his articles.
When pitching to Zach Wilson, it’s important to tailor your outreach specifically with a focus on local relevance to either sports or government and politics within the Kansas City area or broader context of Missouri or even national level if applicable.
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By: Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
The deadline for the Missouri General Assembly to approve its budget is quickly approaching. KCUR's Brian Ellison joined Up To Date to break down the latest on the budget and other agenda items for the 2026 legislative session.
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
The Missouri General Assembly will adjourn the 2026 legislative session in just over two weeks.
By: Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
The Mission Gateway site at the intersection of Shawnee Mission Parkway and Johnson Drive has sat largely vacant for two decades. While it's unclear how long it might take for the private property get redeveloped, Mission Mayor Sollie Flora says the city's government is making "making it a focus."
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
Kansas City Manager Mario Vasquez will celebrate one year in office this week as city hall makes its final preparations for the 2026 World Cup. He joined KCUR’s Up To Date to discuss next month’s tournament and tourism concerns, along with his perspective on the Royals’ plans to build a Crown Center ballpark.
By: Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
Historian H.W. Brands has written more than 30 books about American history, highlighting prominent figures ranging from the era of the Revolutionary War to the presidency of Ronald Reagan. He’ll be in Kansas City for an event on Thursday to discuss his new book on George Washington.
By: Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
Television writer and director Michael Schur and sportswriter Joe Posnanski will be in Kansas City on May 21 for a Rainy Day Books event promoting their new book, "Big Fan: Two Friends, 81,589 miles, and the Wild, Wonderful Sports We Love."
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
As soccer fever comes to Kansas City, KCUR is hosting an event called "KC for the W" at CPKC Stadium on May 18 to celebrate the women who lead the way in telling sports stories in our region and beyond. Kansas City native Becky Sullivan, a sports reporter for NPR, will feature on a speaking panel.
By: Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
Nate Bukaty, who calls games for Major League Soccer on Apple TV and previously served as a television announcer for Sporting KC, is out with a new book titled "Perfect Pitch: How Kansas City Became the Heart of American Soccer and Landed the World Cup." He'll speak at a Rainy Day Books event with co-author Rustin Dodd on May 28.
By: Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
Crispin Rea, Kansas City's 4th District at-large councilmember, recently announced he will be running for mayor in 2027. He joined KCUR's Up To Date to discuss his priorities, including improving public safety, increasing economic opportunities and "getting the basics right."
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson, Ellen Beshuk
Jason-Flor Sisante has always been enamored by outer space. Now, as a member of the United States Navy's aerospace medicine program, he hopes to take his talents as a medical professional into the cosmos.
