Brian Ellison
Host/ContributorAn aspiring journalist in college, Brian instead went to seminary and moved to Kansas City as a Presbyterian pastor in 1999. But journalism was still in his blood, and he has worked part-time in KCUR's newsroom and talk show studios since 2008. He is a regular substitute host on KCUR's daily talk shows and host of many live community events. He is also a substitute newscaster and the station's election night anchor. From 2015 to 2019, he hosted the award-winning political podcast Statehouse Blend Missouri. Brian's work as a host has been recognized by the Religion News Association and the Kansas City chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. His reporting has included appearances on NPR's Here and Now, KCPT's Kansas City Week in Review, and Ken Rudin's Political Junkie. Besides his part-time work at KCUR, Brian continues to preach, teach and organize as executive director of a national non-profit organization. He and his partner Troy are dads to two dogs, the affable Charlie and the recalcitrant Willoughby.
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In addition to hosting a charity benefit as himself this Saturday, the comedian and actor will make an appearance as the Kansas coach he portrays on TV. -
The Overland Park, Kansas, native describes going virtual with his annual benefit and the food critics offer up savory and sweet pie options for the season.
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Local officials are turning a food favorite into an engine for culinary tourism in the city.
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Advice for preserving physical and mental health as we look for ways to gather with loved ones.
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A safety-first approach to a holiday season unlike any other, and a new food trail mapped out courtesy of Kansas City, Kansas.
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One of horror's most popular character types has become more human.
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Voters have major decisions to make on both sides of the state line.
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Brian Platt was hit with a premature announcement and a split Council vote on his way to being named Kansas City's next top administrator.
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Brian Platt's nomination to be city manager of Kansas City, Missouri, was approved by a Council vote of 9-4, a final rundown of races and issues to watch in Kansas and Missouri, and how the pop culture persona of the undead has changed.
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The city's latest attempt to reduce violent crime rests on four pillars: prevention, intervention, law enforcement and community, and administrative reform.
