The Latest Breaking News from Kansas

In blow to Trump, Missouri top court blocks Republican-drawn congressional map

The Missouri Supreme Court on Thursday blocked a Republican-backed congressional map from taking effect in November’s midterm elections, potentially preserving Democratic Representative Emanuel Cleaver’s Kansas City-area seat. The unanimous ruling requires voters to approve the map in a referendum, dealing a setback to Republicans seeking to protect their narrow House…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Todd Blanche rants about ‘pandemic’ of ‘secret gender transitions’ throughout US schools

Attorney General’s comments came one day after the DOJ unveiled a ‘first-of-its-kind’ lawsuit accusing a Kansas school district of facilitating such transitions without informing parents

The Independent UK · Sep 3

Police Save More Than 40 Dogs and Cats From Unsafe Living Conditions During Rescue Operation in Kansas

Kansas police rescued 41 dogs and cats from unsanitary conditions, arresting two individuals for alleged animal cruelty. The case highlights ongoing concerns about animal welfare and hoarding.

International Business Times UK · Sep 3

‘My jaw physically dropped like a cartoon’: US woman summoned to court on wedding day in Rome

A Kansas City bride has gone viral after receiving a jury duty summons for the same day as her wedding in Rome, more than 5,000 miles away.

The Times of India · Sep 1

Cities are suing residents who try to take action against data centers

‘I don't think anyone was expecting citizens to personally be held liable to a civil lawsuit,’ says Kimberly Twente, who was sued by her local government

The Independent UK · Aug 31

In 1946, Eisenhower’s brothers gave their Abilene family home to a foundation; it opened to visitors the next year

In 1947, the Eisenhower family residence in Abilene, Kansas, was opened to the public, showcasing the preserved furnishings and details of the home as they were post-Ida Eisenhower's death. This historic site, where six Eisenhower boys spent their childhood, was entrusted to the Eisenhower Foundation, attracting visitors from across the…

The Times of India · Aug 29

Kansas town drops charges against teacher arrested for clapping during public hearings on data centers — says that ‘case has been dismissed without prejudice’

The disorderly conduct case against Lux Claridge has been dropped by the city in municipal court, making the teacher breathe a little bit easier. However, it was done "without prejudice," and the city's attorneys have passed the case on to the county for review.

Tom’s Hardware · Aug 26

U.S. Water Systems Are Already Under Cyberattacks. Now A Key Technology Supplier Has Been Hacked Too.

The FBI is investigating the breach at Kansas-based Micro-Comm after a ransomware group published nearly 850,000 files allegedly stolen from the company.

International Business Times · Aug 26

A Kansas cowboy put 50 wind turbines on his 7,000-acre ranch and turned the wind into his most reliable cash crop, selling electricity to thousands of homes

A 7,000-acre cattle ranch in Kansas has found an unusual way to generate a steady income alongside traditional ranching. Pete Ferrell, a fourth-generation rancher, hosts 50 industrial wind turbines on his property as part of the 100-turbine Elk River Wind Project, a 150-megawatt facility that began operating in 2005. The…

The Times of India · Aug 25

Kansas has not elected a Democrat to the US Senate since 1932. Will that change in November?

Adam Hamilton, a liberal megachurch pastor, is challenging incumbent Republican Senator Roger Marshall in this year’s midterm election

The Guardian - US · Aug 25