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As part of their annual migration to South America, purple martins from across the region are putting on a nightly show just north of the Wichita airport control tower, gathering to roost in a cluster of trees.
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Wichita band The Velvet Fever releases its newest recording, "Freewriter," this weekend. The band's Jason and Katie Hendry say the collection's title track was partially inspired by a photo taken by bassist Brian Bontrager, and with it, they wanted to create musical settings that closely reflected the lyrics.
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Of the seven races a Democratic campaigning organization has targeted to hold or flip in Kansas, six are in the Kansas City area.
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U.S. Geological Survey researchers developed models to better understand the timing and sources contributing to nutrient pollution in streams and rivers. They say their findings can help guide efforts to improve water quality.
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Fewer people are buying cotton thanks to the rise of synthetic fibers like nylon and polyester. Now, the U.S. cotton industry wants to boost demand for American-grown cotton with tax credits and marketing campaigns.
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Experts believe lawsuits like this one could open up what type of betting is allowed on reservation land in Kansas.
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After President Trump took office, Andrew Tate proclaimed, "The Tates will be free." A year later, Tate is being held in federal prison after he was arrested following a U.K. extradition request.
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The exercise can help you identify what's wasting your time — and make room for what matters, says psychotherapist Niro Feliciano. Take a moment to try it. You might be surprised with what you find.
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A recent series of cyberattacks on U.S. water systems has exposed vulnerabilities across critical infrastructure during the Iran war.
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Federal efforts to revive uranium mining in the West and decrease reliance on Russian uranium raise concerns about drinking water for tribal communities reckoning with the industry's deadly legacy.
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Shoppers' changing habits are fueling a major shift in what types of businesses are occupying storefronts.
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A 600-mile journey along the shores of Nigeria, Togo, Ghana and Ivory Coast reveals one of the world's most consequential transformations.
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Experts say AI can get personal finance fundamentals right but may struggle with nuanced questions.
Commentary & Podcasts
On this week's Past and Present, Jay Price reflects on his love of often unloved musical instruments.
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