Supreme Court decision could mean near total abortion ban in Missouri
Missouri Republicans praise possible overturning of Roe v. Wade decision while Democrats vow to continue fighting for abortion rights.
View ArticleRoe v. Wade decision will mean Kansas abortion rights hinge on a state vote...
The U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to strike down abortion protections, making an upcoming Kansas vote on abortion rights even more important.
View ArticleAppeals court rejects lawsuit challenging Missouri marijuana license caps
The caps have become a point of controversy, with critics saying they’ve encouraged a monopoly in the medical marijuana program and create the appearance of corruption.
View ArticleHere's a state-by-state look at how abortion access could change if Roe V....
At least 20 states are planning to further restrict abortion of the Supreme Court decides to overturn the landmark ruling.
View ArticleBan on co-living thrusts Shawnee into the national spotlight — here's what it...
The ordinance bans renting to four or more people who are unrelated. Some social media critiques and national press coverage have said the move "effectively bans roommates."
View Article'I'm scared’: Kansas City women fear erosion of civil rights after Roe is...
The U.S. Supreme Court appears ready to strike down abortion protections. Kansas City residents who rallied in front of the Jackson County Courthouse Tuesday worry more severe legislation could follow.
View ArticlePublic defenders in Kansas got more pay, but still have the same crushing...
The Kansas Legislature didn’t approve money for additional public defenders, but it did support pay raises.
View ArticleHundreds of volunteers flock to Andover, Kansas, to help clean up after tornado
Volunteers filled Andover United Methodist Church Tuesday to help clean up after an EF-3 tornado hit the town last Friday.
View ArticleWhen Roe v. Wade falls
The U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to strike down abortion protections, according to a leaked draft opinion published by POLITICO Monday. But is this opinion likely the court’s final word on Roe v....
View ArticleA Kansas sheriff's office is raiding shops that sell THC and seizing the...
Advocacy groups consider the move harassment of business owners. Cannabis products are legal in Kansas only with very small amounts of hemp-derived THC.
View ArticleWhat it's like to be the first transgender lawmaker in Kansas
Rep. Stephanie Byers is the first openly transgender lawmaker in Kansas, and has been championing the rights of LGBTQ residents even as Republican lawmakers focus on bills targeting transgender...
View ArticleWhat’s stopping more Kansas Citians from embracing renewable energy at home?...
Although energy efficiency measures are shown to lower utility bills, it's the upfront costs that play more into whether a consumer will invest in renewable energy. “We care about society," one...
View ArticleThe pandemic shrunk Kansas public school enrollment and that means cuts in...
Two years into the COVID pandemic, students aren’t returning to public school in droves. So Kansas districts are starting budget talks with pared-down enrollment numbers and tightened belts.
View ArticleA 15-year-old runaway foster child was found dead in Kansas City, Kansas
The child reportedly had a medical condition, but authorities haven't released many details.
View ArticleExcited for more outdoor dining in Kansas City? Here's what you need to know
The Kansas City Council unanimously approved policies establishing annual licensing fees and outreach requirements for businesses that apply for a sidewalk or street cafe.
View ArticleDemanding a safe space for LGBTQ students in Grain Valley
A Kansas City-area school board is facing backlash after directing staff to remove signs indicating that a classroom is a welcoming space for LGBTQ students.
View ArticleLawmakers close to requiring Missouri schools to test and filter water for lead
A provision that would limit the amount of lead allowed in school drinking water to five parts per billion has been tacked onto an education bill.
View ArticleKansas’ first transgender lawmaker reflects on ‘emotionally charged’...
State Rep. Stephanie Byers has endured a session in which Republicans tried to pass bills curbing rights of trans kids and a fellow lawmaker complained about sharing a restroom with her.
View ArticleLargest budget in Missouri history includes teacher raises, tax credits,...
The budget includes raising the minimum pay for teachers, fully funding the state’s Medicaid program, including its expansion population, and income tax credits, as well as close to $3 billion in...
View ArticleA Missouri engineering student will compete against the world’s best to build...
Aerospace engineering major Dillon Ruble is graduating and on his way to work for Boeing, but not before he tries to be the best in the world at designing, folding and throwing a paper airplane.
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