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A former neighbor has been sentenced for the 1980 murder of a nursing student in Great Bend, Kansas. The case, reopened in 2022, led to the conviction of Steven L. Hanks, now 70, for the death of Mary Robin Walter.
An explosion at the Kansas State Fair's Fry Shack concession injured six people. Investigators determined the cause was an overheated canned food item stored near a food warmer.
A federal judge upholds Maryland's law mandating drug discounts for low-income populations, rejecting pharmaceutical companies' bid to block it. This decision impacts the ongoing debate over the 340B program nationwide.
Abortion-related ballot initiatives in nine states may influence voter turnout and impact close races in the 2024 elections. Experts debate the potential effects on candidate elections in the post-Dobbs era.
Republicans face challenges in reconciling their abortion positions with public opinion. Trump's shifting stance and state-level restrictions complicate GOP messaging on reproductive rights.
Six Black women state Democratic party chairs gathered in Chicago, marking a significant moment in political representation. Their meeting coincided with Kamala Harris's historic presidential nomination acceptance.
A Kansas federal judge has dismissed charges against a man for possessing a machine gun, stating prosecutors failed to prove the ban's constitutionality. This marks the first such ruling since a 2022 Supreme Court decision expanding gun rights.
A federal lawsuit alleges severe mistreatment of a teen with Down syndrome by a school paraprofessional in Kansas. The case highlights concerns about special education practices and oversight.
Abortion rights initiatives gain momentum as Arizona and Missouri confirm ballot measures. Seven states now prepare for November votes, reflecting ongoing national debate post-2022 Supreme Court ruling.
Two women file complaints against Texas hospitals for denying emergency abortions for ectopic pregnancies. The cases highlight ongoing conflicts between state abortion bans and federal emergency care laws.
A viral video claiming to show a 2024 Dallas tornado has been debunked. NOAA confirms no such event occurred, with the footage traced to various past incidents worldwide.
Fifteen Republican-led states have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration's rule allowing "Dreamers" to enroll in ACA health insurance. The states argue the rule violates laws and encourages illegal immigration.
Republican-led states challenge Biden administration's rule allowing DACA participants to access federal health insurance. The lawsuit argues the policy violates federal law and encourages illegal immigration.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz resigns from DGA leadership to become VP candidate. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly takes over as chair, focusing on upcoming gubernatorial races.
Former Marion Police Chief to be charged for interfering in judicial process following controversial raid on local newspaper. Special prosecutors find no crimes committed by the paper.
JD Vance and Tim Walz, potential VP picks, spark debate on Midwestern identity. Their backgrounds and public perceptions challenge the concept of "Midwesterness" in American politics.
The Academy of American Poets has announced $50,000 grants for 22 poets across the US. Projects include a poetry cookbook in Kansas and a billboard campaign in Michigan, funded by the Mellon Foundation.
Kansas' 2nd District primary features political comebacks and diverse candidates. Other districts see contested races, while state and local elections unfold across the Sunflower State.