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Trump takes extraordinary steps to target midterms, alarming critics

Trump takes extraordinary steps to target midterms, alarming critics

Trump's election moves include a redistricting push, seeking to restrict voting and floating a $5,000 payment to every American adult if the GOP wins.
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What the Governor of Kansas Can Do About Congressional Maps

What the Governor of Kansas Can Do About Congressional Maps

Explore the specific powers the Governor of Kansas has in the congressional redistricting process, from the powerful veto to the influence of the bully pulpit.
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Can Democrats flip a GOP Senate seat in Kansas? They actually might

Can Democrats flip a GOP Senate seat in Kansas? They actually might

Megachurch pastor Adam Hamilton could snap the longest Senate losing streak in U.S. history if he beats Republican Sen. Roger Marshall.
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Big 12 football Week 6 odds, point spreads, moneylines, over/unders

Big 12 football Week 6 odds, point spreads, moneylines, over/unders

College football Week 6 betting spreads, lines, point totals for every game on Big 12 schedule, with odds for favorites, underdogs in each matchup.
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Hunting and Foraging Classes Gain Popularity Across U.S. Amidst Growing Interest in Wild Foods

Hunting and Foraging Classes Gain Popularity Across U.S. Amidst Growing Interest in Wild Foods

Hunting and foraging classes are experiencing a surge in popularity across the United States, as more individuals seek to reconnect with nature and traditional food sources. Organizations like the North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (NATIFS) and state wildlife departments are reporting increased demand for workshops and educational materials on harvesting wild foods. For instance, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks has seen significant interest in workshops on trapping, processing, and cooking small game like squirrels and raccoons. Linda Black Elk, education director at NATIFS, notes a daily influx of requests for plant walks and educational content. This growing trend reflects a desire among many Americans to learn skills that have largely been sidelined in modern society, aiming to understand and utilize the plants and animals in their local environments. Programs like the Wild Foods Academy in Kansas are training participants to become mentors, further expanding access to this k...
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Heavy Rain Disrupts Harvest in Corn Belt

Heavy Rain Disrupts Harvest in Corn Belt

Heavy rainfall, influenced by remnants of Hurricane Polo, has significantly disrupted corn and soybean harvest activities across the Midwest. States including Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Iowa, and Illinois have experienced substantial precipitation, leading to flood warnings and advisories in several areas. Further east, Indiana and Ohio are also facing delays in fieldwork due to saturated soil conditions. According to the National Weather Service, a shift to a drier weather pattern is expected to provide relief, with below-normal precipitation forecasted for much of the Corn Belt starting October 5. This change should allow farmers to resume harvesting activities in the coming days.
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Trump heads to Nebraska, where his plan to import more beef has angered ranchers

Trump heads to Nebraska, where his plan to import more beef has angered ranchers

President Donald Trump is campaigning in Nebraska on Monday alongside GOP Sen. Pete Ricketts
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Jeffries says House Democrats reaching to flip Trump districts in attempt to repeat their 2018 sweep

Jeffries says House Democrats reaching to flip Trump districts in attempt to repeat their 2018 sweep

House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries says his party is on track to win back control of the House
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Severe Storms Cause Major Damage in Kansas City, KS

Severe Storms Cause Major Damage in Kansas City, KS

Severe storms recently struck Kansas City, Kansas, causing widespread damage and significant disruptions. The storms toppled trees, damaged homes, and left thousands without power for weeks. Streets were blocked, roofs were punctured by falling trees, and neighborhoods were plunged into darkness. The aftermath was compounded by intense heat, making recovery efforts even more challenging. In response, the American Red Cross of Greater Kansas City and Northwest Missouri opened a shelter for ten days, providing essential services such as meals, emergency supplies, financial assistance, and mental and spiritual care. The recovery effort highlighted the importance of community collaboration, with neighbors, nonprofits, first responders, churches, and local leaders working together to address the needs of affected residents.
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Can Democrats expand their Senate map?

Can Democrats expand their Senate map?

Plus: Will Ken Paxton's estranged wife help him win?
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Heavy rain disrupts harvest in US Corn Belt, drier weather expected

Heavy rain disrupts harvest in US Corn Belt, drier weather expected

Heavy rainfall, influenced by the remnants of Hurricane Polo, has disrupted corn and soybean harvest activities across parts of the US Midwest. States such as Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Iowa, and Illinois have experienced significant rainfall, leading to flood warnings and advisories in several areas. In Indiana and Ohio, fieldwork has been delayed due to surplus soil moisture, with only 1-2.6 days suitable for fieldwork in the past week. However, meteorologists predict a shift to a drier weather pattern across the Corn Belt by October 5, which should allow farmers to resume harvesting activities.
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Overland Park House Fire Hospitalizes Firefighter, Displaces Two Adults

Overland Park House Fire Hospitalizes Firefighter, Displaces Two Adults

A house fire in Overland Park, Kansas, resulted in one firefighter being hospitalized for exertion and two adults being displaced. Firefighters from both Overland Park and Olathe Fire Departments responded to the incident just before midnight on Friday near 146th and Nieman Road. Upon arrival, crews observed heavy smoke emanating from the rear of the two-story, single-family home. All occupants were reported to have safely evacuated the residence. A second alarm was initiated due to the significant size of the structure. It took approximately an hour and a half for fire crews to bring the blaze under control. The hospitalized firefighter is in stable condition, and no other injuries were reported. The displaced adults will be staying with family members.