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Jessica Porter, communications chair for the Shawnee County, Kansas, Democratic Party, discusses a sign in Spanish urging voters to oppose a proposed amendment to the Kansas Constitution to allow legislators to further restrict or ban abortion, Friday, July 15, 2022, in Topeka, Kansas. The proposed amendment is a response to a 2019 Kansas Supreme Court decision protecting abortion rights. (AP Photo/John Hanna)

Kansas first state to vote on abortion since Roe’s demise

Kansas is having the first test of voters’ feelings since the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade. Its voters were deciding Tuesday whether to allow state lawmakers to further restrict or … more

By JOHN HANNA and MARGARET STAFFORD | 8/1/22

FILE - In this Oct. 30, 2021, file photo, former Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach, right, follows a rally against COVID-19 vaccine mandates with his oldest daughter, 15-year-old Reagan, left, outside the Kansas Statehouse in Topeka, Kan. Kobach is running for Kansas attorney general. (AP Photo/John Hanna, File)

Kobach looks for comeback in Kansas attorney general primary

Immigration hardliner Kris Kobach is attempting a political comeback Tuesday in the Republican primary for Kansas attorney general. He faces state Sen. Kellie Warren and former federal prosecutor … more

By JOHN HANNA and HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH | 8/1/22

GOP headache: Kansas poised for independent bid for governor

A hard-right Kansas lawmaker who’s clashed with Republican leaders is poised to win a spot on the November ballot as an independent candidate for governor with help from allies of Democratic … more

By JOHN HANNA | 8/1/22

Kansas Residents Can Play Critical Role in Protecting Local Communities by Scheduling Immunizations

LENEXA, Kan., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As children head back to school, parents and caregivers should not overlook routine vaccinations against serious infections, such as measles, mumps, … more

8/1/22

FILE - Former Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens gestures while speaking to reporters in Jefferson City Feb. 22, 2022. Greitens resigned as Missouri governor amid criminal charges and legislative investigations, is accused of abuse and bullying by his ex-wife and ran a widely condemned ad suggesting he was hunting members of his own party with a gun. And the Republican is still a leading contender for election to the U.S. Senate. (AP Photo/David A. Lieb File)

What to watch in primaries in Arizona, Michigan, elsewhere

Primary elections are behind held in six states on Tuesday. In Missouri, scandal-ridden former Gov. Eric Greitens is attempting a political comeback in his campaign for U.S. Senate. In Michigan, a … more

By MEG KINNARD | 8/1/22

Kansas man arrested after 2 fatal shootings, police chase

A 51-year-old Kansas man was arrested Sunday morning in connection with two fatal overnight shootings in Lawrence after fleeing from police and firing on officers during the chase. Lawrence Police … more

7/31/22

FILE - Ben Kennedy, left, and Alyssa Winters, left, wait at a door to speak with prospective voters about a proposed amendment to the Kansas Constitution that would allow legislators to further restrict or ban abortion, Friday, July 8, 2022, in Olathe, Kan. They are among about 300 college students brought into Kansas by the Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America group, which backs the measure. (AP Photo/John Hanna, File)

Vulnerable House Dems see abortion as winning campaign theme

The Supreme Court’s decision to repeal a woman’s federal constitutional right to abortion has scrambled the political dynamics heading into the November elections, when control of Congress is at … more

By THOMAS BEAUMONT | 7/31/22

FILE - In this photo from Friday, July 8, 2022, a sign in a yard in Olathe, Kansas, promotes a proposed amendment to the Kansas Constitution to allow legislators to further restrict or ban abortion. Supporters call the measure "Value Them Both," arguing that it protects both unborn children and the women carrying them. Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Kansas and Missouri all have personhood laws. (AP Photo/John Hanna, File)

EXPLAINER: What's the role of personhood in abortion debate?

The concept of personhood that underlies anti-abortion laws in some states considers fertilized eggs, embryos and fetuses as people with the same rights as those already born. Some who oppose … more

By JEFF AMY | 7/30/22

Kansas court: Self-defense doesn't apply when bystander hurt

Kansas' highest court says a state law allowing deadly force against an attacker doesn’t protect people from prosecution if a bystander is injured. The state Supreme Court ruled Friday in the case … more

By JOHN HANNA | 7/29/22

Kansas man faces trial for alleged actions in Jan. 6 riot

A Kansas man accused of assaulting a federal officer during the riot at the U.S. Capitol will face trial. Michael Eckerman, of Wichita, will be the first Kansan charged in Capitol riot cases to go to … more

7/28/22

On August 3, First National Bank of Syracuse will bring best-selling author and business strategist Mark Levy to Garden City, Kansas to speak at the Clarion Inn during a free seminar as part of its commitment to its customers and community. (Graphic: Business Wire)

First National Bank of Syracuse Announces New Date for Prominent Business Strategist Seminar

SYRACUSE, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 28, 2022--First National Bank (FNB) of Syracuse is proud to announce the new event date for a free seminar with best-selling author and business strategist Mark … more

7/28/22

Cobalt Iron Compass® is a SaaS-based data protection platform leveraging strong IBM technologies for delivering a secure, modernized approach to data protection. (Graphic: Business Wire)

CIOReview Names Cobalt Iron Among 10 Most Promising IBM Solution Providers 2022

LAWRENCE, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 28, 2022--Cobalt Iron Inc., a leading provider of SaaS-based enterprise data protection, today announced that the company has been deemed one of the 10 Most … more

7/28/22

Euronet Worldwide: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

LEAWOOD, Kan. (AP) _ Euronet Worldwide Inc. (EEFT) on Wednesday reported second-quarter earnings of $57.3 million.The Leawood, Kansas-based company said it had profit of $1.08 per share. Earnings, … more

7/28/22

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., hosts the dedication and unveiling ceremony of a statue in honor of Amelia Earhart, one of the world's most celebrated aviators and the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, in Statuary Hall, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, July 27, 2022. The statue of Amelia Earhart will represent the State of Kansas in the National Statuary Hall Collection. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Aviator Amelia Earhart honored with statue at U.S. Capitol

After years of effort, a statue of aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart now stands in the U.S. Capitol. Earhard, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, was honored Wednesday with the … more

7/27/22

ServiTech Makes Recommendations Regarding Drought Conditions

DODGE CITY, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 27, 2022--Areas of the country are in a severe drought, with conditions so extreme some growers are taking their soil conditions day by day. ServiTech, the … more

7/27/22

Capitol Federal: Fiscal Q3 Earnings Snapshot

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) _ Capitol Federal Financial Inc. (CFFN) on Wednesday reported fiscal third-quarter earnings of $21.2 million.On a per-share basis, the Topeka, Kansas-based company said it had … more

7/27/22

College students Alyssa Winters, left, and Ben Kennedy, right, chat as they go door-to-door to talk to prospective voters about a proposed amendment to the Kansas Constitution that would allow legislators to further restrict or ban abortion, Friday, July 8, 2022, in Olathe, Kansas. They are among about 300 college students brought into Kansas by the Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America group, which backs the measure. (AP Photo/John Hanna)

Abortion question boosts early Kansas voting for primary

Early voting is surging in Kansas ahead of next week’s statewide abortion vote and the electorate so far is leaning more Democratic than usual. The Kansas secretary of state's office reported … more

By JOHN HANNA | 7/26/22

Landmark Bancorp: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) _ Landmark Bancorp Inc. (LARK) on Tuesday reported second-quarter profit of $3 million.The Manhattan, Kansas-based company said it had profit of 61 cents per share.The bank … more

7/26/22

Nordstrom Rack to Open New Location in Wichita, KS

SEATTLE, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Seattle-based fashion retailer Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) has announced plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in the spring of 2023. The new store will be located … more

7/26/22

Dr. Vince Clinical Research Hires Two Industry Veterans, Bringing Over 50 Years’ Combined Research Experience

OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 26, 2022--Dr. Vince Clinical Research (DVCR), a world-class contract research organization (CRO) specializing in early phase clinical trials, today announced … more

7/26/22