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: Brian Ellison, Zach Wilson
A new report from Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick paints a troubling picture of Missouri's financial future. He joined KCUR's Up To Date to discuss the budget cliff the state faces and how he wants his fellow elected officials to respond.
By: Elizabeth Ruiz, Suzanne Hogan, Zach Wilson
If they heed the warnings, people in Kansas City have taken shelter more than usual this season — the 1,438 severe weather warnings issued so far is the most on record. But staffing cuts to the National Weather Service have resulted in less warning time for some storm systems.
By: Nora Crutcher-Mcgowan, Madeline Fox, Zach Wilson
Doug Frost is one of only three people in the world to hold both the titles of master sommelier and master of wine. He joined KCUR’s Up to Date to share a selection of wines with connections to teams staying or playing in Kansas City during the World Cup.
By: Zach Wilson
After Congress passed the "21st Century ROAD to Housing Act" this week, President Donald Trump said he wouldn't sign it into law unless lawmakers also passed an unrelated bill focused on voting restrictions. Johnson County Rep. Sharice Davids joined KCUR's Up To Date to share her reactions and to discuss what could come next.
By: Elizabeth Ruiz, Zach Wilson
Nearly four and a half decades after the infamous "Disgrace of Gijón" effectively eliminated Algeria from the 1982 World Cup, the Algerian and Austrian national teams are set to meet again on the final day of the World Cup group stage in Kansas City.
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
Author Craig Fehrman will be at the Kansas City Public Library later this month for a conversation about his new book "This Vast Enterprise: A New History of Lewis & Clark."
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
New analysis from Ballotpedia suggests that Republicans in Missouri and Kansas could see the 2026 elections break their legislative supermajorities, potentially affecting their ability to pass policies without any bipartisan support.
By: Elizabeth Ruiz, Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
Darryl Burton was exonerated, but found even more hurdles outside of prison trying to find housing and a job. Burton is the co-founder of Miracle of Innocence, a Missouri nonprofit that provides legal aid and reentry services, which is holding its ninth annual fundraiser in September.
By: Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
Missouri Rep. Mark Alford is running for reelection in the newly redrawn 4th congressional district. He joined KCUR's Up To Date to discuss the war in Iran, the bipartisan housing bill that President Trump has refused to sign, the Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling and more.
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas joined KCUR's Up To Date to look back on the city's performance as a World Cup host, and to discuss what went right and what went wrong during the tournament.
