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Election security, or stripping citizens’ voting rights? FAQs about the amendment on Kansans’ ballots
Kansas’ Constitution already says voters must be citizens. A proposed amendment would add a small yet loaded distinction that opponents say could disenfranchise many eligible voters.
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Reminder: Just a few days left to register to vote, update registration for primary
Just days remain before the deadline to register to vote or update your voter registration for the upcoming primary election, which includes a constitutional amendment and some Douglas County Commission seats.
Virtual, home-schooled Kansas students enrolled in public school activities up 154%
The number of virtual and non-public school students taking part in public school activities across Kansas jumped 154% in the past three years after a 2023 law forced school districts to allow participation, an audit found.
ACLU, League of Women Voters allege Kansas statute clashes with federal voting rights law
The ACLU of Kansas and League of Women Voters of Kansas put the secretary of state on notice of a potential lawsuit alleging a new election-related state statute conflicts with federal election law.
Kansans can now seek to expunge evictions via online portal
A new online portal allows people in Kansas to file motions asking the court to remove their eviction records.
Despite World Cup enthusiasm, Lawrence bars say 23-hour alcohol service ‘just doesn’t make sense’
Kansas cleared a path for cities to let bars serve alcohol into the wee hours during the World Cup. But some Lawrence bar owners say the demand for early-morning drinking isn’t high enough to justify the extra staff and safety concerns.
Challenge to Kansas anti-trans law heads to appeal while two more cases face consolidation
Pivotal court cases challenging laws that have altered the lives of transgender Kansans are approaching turning points, as one moves to a higher court and two others face consolidation.
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Douglas County clerk highlights big change to advance voting in Kansas
Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew wants to make sure local voters know about a new state law that invalidates their advance ballots if they don’t arrive by Election Day.
Insults fly as Kansas GOP gubernatorial candidates compete for dominance during debate
Name-calling and infighting dominated a Republican gubernatorial debate Friday that was preceded by campaigns trying to convince opponents to drop out of the race.
President Donald Trump endorses Ty Masterson in GOP campaign for governor
President Donald Trump endorsed Senate President Ty Masterson on Sunday in the Republican primary for Kansas governor.
Judge halts Kansas ban on gender-affirming care for minors, questions credibility of state witnesses
A Douglas County judge blocked the state from enforcing portions of a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, allowing transgender kids in Kansas to undergo hormone therapy and use puberty blockers.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence ordinance meant to help people find housing will be void under new state law
A new state law will soon void a Lawrence city ordinance that has helped some residents with low incomes find housing over the past three years.
Kansas state employees retain choice of Blue Cross, Aetna for health insurance
Kansas state employees can choose between two health insurance companies after the Health Care Commission voted Monday to move forward with Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas.
Kansas abortion rights advocate hoping for encore defeat of constitutional amendment in August vote
Kansas Abortion Fund president Sandy Brown wants Kansans to show up in August and repeat their 2022 decision to defeat a constitutional amendment that could upend abortion rights in the state.
State employees speak out against dropping Blue Cross from Kansas health plan
When news broke that the state could save nearly $240 million by choosing Aetna as state employees’ single health plan administrator, state employees quickly expressed concerns.
Kansas Silver Haired Legislature advocates for senior voting accessibility, medical cannabis
The Kansas Silver Haired Legislature’s priorities for 2026 include legalizing medical cannabis, property tax relief, Medicaid and food assistance, voting accessibility and senior transportation.
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