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Kansas, Missouri clergy argue rise of white Christian nationalism poses threat to democracy
A campaign aims to awaken Kansans to the threat of white Christian nationalism and press for wider appreciation of how democracy could be damaged by a movement intent on undermining inclusive communities.
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Senators forge bipartisan deal to aid Kansas businesses impacted by pandemic
A new Senate plan would redirect a portion of federal COVID-19 aid from the state and counties to small businesses impacted by public health orders during the pandemic.
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Kansas launches online version of driver’s license exam, to be available 24/7
The state of Kansas last week became the newest to offer online testing for its […]
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Political wonks offer early analysis of off-and-running Kansas governor’s race
Declarations by Attorney General Derek Schmidt and former Gov. Jeff Colyer in March about campaigning for governor against Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly likely came too early for most voters.
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Fitness club kingpin aims tax-inequity allegations at nonprofits, city-funded rec centers
Lobbyists have sought to convince the Kansas Legislature that for-profit health clubs were struggling to keep their doors open because nonprofits and government-financed rec centers are cutting into their business model.
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CDC: If you’re fully vaccinated, you can travel in the U.S. without tests or quarantines
Fully vaccinated individuals can travel at low risk to themselves, and do not need to get a COVID-19 test or quarantine after traveling within the United States, federal health officials said Friday.
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Senate moves forward with plan for oversight of Kansas foster care system
TOPEKA — Sen. Molly Baumgardner says the first call she received as an elected senator […]
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Kansas GOP-controlled legislative council spikes refreshed mask mandate
A council of top House and Senate legislators voted Thursday to revoke a new statewide executive order issued by Gov. Laura Kelly requiring people to wear a mask in public spaces.
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As Kansans struggle with housing needs, advocates push for stronger safety net
Kirk King says more and more homeless people camp by the Kansas River every month. He is calling on lawmakers to act.
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Kelly issues 13 pandemic executive orders affirming mask mandate
Gov. Laura Kelly reissued a series of executive orders tied to the COVID-19 pandemic that included protocol for wearing a mask indoors at public places.
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Kelly signs speedy-trial suspension bill, 3 other measures
Gov. Laura Kelly signed legislation suspending the speedy-trial law in Kansas for 2 years in response to a massive backlog of criminal cases.