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Kansas Supreme Court reaffirms that abortion rights are protected by constitution, striking down 2 laws
The Kansas Supreme Court struck down two laws restricting abortion on Friday, affirming its prior interpretation that ending a pregnancy remains a constitutionally protected right in Kansas.
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‘No Place Like LFK’ event to celebrate trans performers, continue push against SB 180
No SB 180 in Lawrence, a group of local activists who have joined together to fight Kansas’ anti-transgender legislation, will host a celebration of trans performers and a call for action on Tuesday.
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Kansas may be outlier in national decrease in abortions since Dobbs decision
In Kansas, where abortion rights are still protected, a surge is predicted for the 2022 year due to out-of-state abortion seekers.
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Governor appoints Lawrence Police Chief Rich Lockhart to state commission on officers’ standards
Rich Lockhart, chief of the Lawrence Police Department, is one of the newest members of the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers’ Standards and Training, KSCPOST.
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Kobach and Kansas clinics agree to delay enforcement of ‘abortion pill reversal’ law
Kansas will not enforce its new “abortion pill reversal” law, set to take effect July 1, until a court rules on abortion providers’ request for a temporary injunction.
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KBI says white powder in letters sent to lawmakers tests negative for ‘biological agents’
Approximately 100 letters targeting Republican legislators and public officials that contain a suspicious white powder had been received as of Sunday.
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Lawrence activists draft ordinance against anti-trans bill; attorney prepares for legal battle
Lawrence activists are working on multifaceted approaches to stand against multiple Kansas laws targeting transgender and gender-nonconforming people — including drafting a “safe haven” city ordinance.
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Panelists challenge gender norms, address fight for LGBTQ+ rights in Kansas
Though many LGBTQ+ people and others may leave the state of Kansas repulsed by legislation targeting gender diversity, Adam Kellogg said he’ll have to be dragged out by his ears. “I will not stop fighting for the kids that can’t leave,” he said.