John Holt

Kansas City

Anchor and Reporter at WDAF-TV (Kansas City, MO)

Anchor/Reporter/Storyteller for Fox 4 News-Kansas City: M-F Fox 4 News at 5 p.m. 6 p.m. & 9 p.m. Host “4 The People”, Co-Host “KC EndZone” KU Journalism & Law

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Missouri lawmakers prepare for special session on stadium funding

5 days ago | fox4kc.com | John Holt

Posted: Jun 1, 2025 / 10:01 AM CDT Updated: May 30, 2025 / 05:21 PM CDT But the session will be complicated by animosity between the chambers, and even members of the same parties who have their own priorities. Other issues, including construction spending and storm relief will also be in play.
Missouri lawmakers prepare for special session on stadium funding

5 days ago | yahoo.com | John Holt

John HoltSun, June 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM UTC1 min readMissouri lawmakers prepare for special session on stadium fundingKANSAS CITY, Mo. — It’s Missouri’s turn to hold a special session, in an effort to come up with a package to present to the Chiefs and Royals who are contemplating new stadiums, or in the Chiefs case, possible upgrades to Arrowhead. But the session will be complicated by animosity between the chambers, and even members of the same parties who have their own priorities.
4 The People: Abrupt ending to Missouri legislative session

2 weeks ago | fox4kc.com | John Holt

Posted: May 18, 2025 / 10:01 AM CDT Updated: May 18, 2025 / 10:27 AM CDT KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A fast and furious end to the Missouri legislative session means a package to help fund the Royals and Chiefs stadium plans dies. The 11th-hour effort came up short as tensions built in the final hours.
Final week of Missouri Legislature; first American pope elected

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | John Holt

John HoltSun, May 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM UTC1 min readFinal week of Missouri Legislature; first American pope electedKANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Legislature enters its final week and must gavel out Friday, May 16, no later than 6 p.m. But there is still work to be done, including a new stadium package of state incentives for a Clay County Royals Stadium. Missouri Times Publisher Scott Faughn shares insights on the session, so far, and what to watch for in the final days.
Final week of Missouri Legislature; first American pope elected

3 weeks ago | fox4kc.com | John Holt

Posted: May 11, 2025 / 10:01 AM CDT Updated: May 11, 2025 / 11:52 AM CDT KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Legislature enters its final week and must gavel out Friday, May 16, no later than 6 p.m. But there is still work to be done, including a new stadium package of state incentives for a Clay County Royals Stadium.
Overland Park mayor talks Royals in city; look at 2025 Kansas legislative session

1 month ago | fox4kc.com | John Holt

Posted: May 4, 2025 / 10:01 AM CDT Updated: May 2, 2025 / 05:07 PM CDT The high-tech financial industry Fortune 500 company says it will add 2000 jobs by 2030 to the Aspira Campus. Overland Park Mayor Curt Skoog makes his first appearance on “4 The People” to talk about what it means, and whether the city remains a “player” in the Royals sweepstakes.
Overland Park mayor talks Royals in city; look at 2025 Kansas legislative session

1 month ago | yahoo.com | John Holt

John HoltSun, May 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM UTC1 min readOverland Park mayor talks Royals in city; look at 2025 Kansas legislative sessionKANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas side suburb of Overland Park scored a major employer this past week when Fiserv announced it would be home to a “regional hub.”The high-tech financial industry Fortune 500 company says it will add 2000 jobs by 2030 to the Aspira Campus.
State of the economy; latest on Jackson County legislator vs Frank White

1 month ago | fox4kc.com | John Holt

Posted: Apr 27, 2025 / 10:01 AM CDT Updated: Apr 26, 2025 / 02:39 PM CDT KANSAS CITY, Mo. — April is Financial Literacy Month, and this week we dive into why the issue is actually a concern in this country. We’re joined by Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson whose career has included working in the financial services sector as well as running a family farm. Are Americans saving enough? Preparing for retirement? And more.
Archbishop-Designate on issues facing Catholic Church; urgency for downtown Royals stadium

1 month ago | fox4kc.com | John Holt

Posted: Apr 20, 2025 / 10:01 AM CDT Updated: Apr 18, 2025 / 04:56 PM CDT KANSAS CITY, Mo. — In a special Easter Sunday edition of “4 The People,” we talk with the Archbishop-Designate of the Diocese of Kansas City in Kansas, Most Reverend Shawn McKnight. McKnight, who is making a return to his home state of Kansas, talks about how he’ll work to learn more about his new flock, and about key issues facing the Catholic Church.
War Horses for Veterans offers help for vets, responders with PTSD

1 month ago | yahoo.com | John Holt

STILWELL, Kan. — Kevin Lazarchic is more than three decades into a career with the Minneapolis, Minnesota Police Department. As a first responder on the streets, he’s seen it all, and it was taking its toll. “Lots of anger, sleepless nights, relationship problems,” he said.