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Peabody has flouted budget law since '16
For at least nine years Peabody has knowingly violated Kansas law to publish an accounting of money, amount received and expended from each fund Since at least 2017 the town treasurer of Peabody, a third-class city, failed to publish its annual...
Prairie Village voters reject PV United candidates, measure to ‘abandon’ government. What happens next?
Prairie Village voters turned out in record-breaking numbers on Nov. 4 to reject all six candidates backed by Prairie Village United in a decisive victory for allies of the incumbent City Council. In all, 60% of Prairie Village voters cast ballots...
Democrat Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating an opponent who aligned with Trump
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Kansas football vs Arizona predictions: Picks, betting odds for game
LAWRENCE — Kansas football’s Big 12 Conference schedule continues Saturday, Nov. 8, with a road game against Arizona. The Jayhawks (5-4, 3-3 in Big 12) are coming off of a win at home against Oklahoma State. The Wildcats (5-3, 2-3) are coming off...
Government Shutdown Is Straining Many Tribes’ Already Thin Reserve Funds
Did you know that Truthout is a nonprofit and independently funded by readers like you? If you value what we do, please support our work with a donation. This story was originally published by ICT. The 2025 government shutdown has reached a new...
KCI not on FAA’s list of 40 airports facing flight cuts during government shutdown
Kansas City International Airport will not be among the 40 airports where the Federal Aviation Administration plans to reduce flights by 10% starting Friday, according to a report from ABC News.The FAA announced the temporary flight cuts to...
Kansas GOP’s Mid-Decade Redistricting Push Stalls, Giving Lone Democrat A Reprieve
A high-stakes effort by Kansas Republicans to quickly redraw the state’s congressional map and potentially target its sole Democratic member of Congress has hit a roadblock, at least for now. State House Speaker Dan Hawkins announced Tuesday that...
Kansas GOP’s redistricting delay a small break for Rep. Davids
There are no permanent victories — or losses — in politics. That’s the thing to keep in mind now that Kansas Republicans have given up (for now) on their dreams of stealing Sharice Davids’ seat in Congress. State House Speaker Dan Hawkins on...
Kansas mayor charged with election fraud after re-election
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced Wednesday that his office has filed election fraud charges against Jose (Joe) Ceballos, the mayor of Coldwater, Kansas. Ceballos was re-elected last night. While Cabellos, 54, is...
Trump left bruised after disastrous election night as failure to curb living costs fuels Democrat gains
WASHINGTON, Nov 6 — Donald Trump emerged battered by an election night that was disastrous for his party, after failing to deliver on the promise that secured his second White House term: lowering the cost of living for Americans. Yesterday’s vote...
Analysis: Who won and who lost in Kansas local elections
Since it would be the first time that voters across the nation would weigh in since the 2024 presidential vote, Election Day 2025 on Tuesday was being closed watched as a barometer of the national mood. Democrats scored victories in the four major...
UNC basketball vs. Kansas Jayhawks: Game preview, info and more
The UNC basketball team passed its opening test with flying colors, dominating Central Arkansas by a 94-54 mark Monday night. North Carolina's (1-0) second test will be significantly tougher, with the Kansas Jayhawks coming to town Friday Night...
In election upset, Olathe voters oust long-serving city councilmember
Unofficial results show Olathe voters opted for political newcomers — ousting longtime incumbent Marge Vogt from her Ward 4 seat and electing first-time candidate Jeff Creighton to the at-large position. Small business owner Kevin Deneault...
Kansas voters decide on several tax-related issues
(KOAM) -- Some voters hit the polls Tuesday to vote on various tax-related questions. Below is a look at the votes. >> More Election Results Here. Fort Scott Sales Tax Question If passed, the City of Fort Scott, Kansas, will add a 0.5% sales tax...
Kansas: Veterinary companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Kansas in Q3
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Law Roach Makes Predictions for What Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Will Wear on Their Wedding Day By Michelle Lee
NEED TO KNOW Law Roach weighed in on the buzz around what Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce might wear on their wedding day after collaborating with the athlete this past summer Speaking with E! News at the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards, the image...
Army closes only dining facility on Kansas base due to government shutdown
An Army installation’s dining facility is closed because of the government shutdown, officials said. The Fort Leavenworth Installation Warrior Restaurant is closed “until further notice,” base officials announced in a Facebook post. The Warrior...
Trump hammered on cost of living in Democratic election sweep
Donald Trump emerged battered by an election night that was disastrous for his party, after failing to deliver on the promise that secured his second White House term: lowering the cost of living for Americans. Tuesday's vote was "not expected to...
Joplin Mother Says Government Shutdown Hurts Access to Food, Medical Care for Son
JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) — A Joplin mother says the ongoing government shutdown is making it harder to keep food on the table and access medical care for her son. Jennifer Wolfe is a full-time mom caring for her son, who has autism. She says the...
keiyaA’s Artistic Pluralism Shines on hooke’s law
Earlier this year, New York’s Abrons Arts Center hosted the premiere of milk thot, the debut stage play from keiyaA. The play sees its protagonist, played by its creator, wage war against her shadow self. When her shadow tries to persuade her to...