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Forecasters revealed the latest "consensus revenue estimate" on Thursday, based on input from the Kansas Legislative Research Department, state agencies and economists from the University of Kansas, Kansas State University and Wichita State University.
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Kansas Republican served as governor, won election to House and Senate.
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The annual event is a chance for airport maintenance crews to test and practice with new snow removal trucks.
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New federal work requirements for Medicaid enrollees are set to go into effect. Some states, like Nebraska, have already implemented the changes. The Midwest Newsroom wants to hear from Medicaid recipients and providers about their experiences.
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August Wilson’s "Fences" runs from November 12-15th at The Forum Theater.
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An email to employees from Boeing Commercial president and CEO Stephanie Pope said reductions will begin next month and include a combination of attrition and involuntary layoffs.
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The latest agreement fully settles a lawsuit the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, filed in October, alleging Kansas overstepped its authority in negotiating for the new Chiefs stadium.
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The University of Kansas hasn't disclosed how much its student-athletes make, even though every other salary in the university is open.
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Iran-backed operatives have been charged over nearly 20 attacks, including a plot on a U.K. base housing U.S. troops. Separately, a U.S. soldier is held in the U.K. on Russia spying claims.
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American prison officials are looking to European nations like Germany and Norway for a roadmap on how to design a prison that emphasizes rehabilitation and a successful return to life on the outside.
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The DOJ moved to dismiss criminal convictions of former Trump adviser Steve Bannon and of the Oath Keepers, in what it calls "the interests of justice." Critics are crying foul.
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Whether you're hosting friendsgiving or Thanksgiving, we've got foolproof turkey recipes, advice on how to stay present while hosting, and directions on how to create a stunning floral arrangement.
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Swatters are increasingly using AI technology that creates synthetic voices or sound effects to generate remarkably believable fake emergency calls to law enforcement.
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Volunteer musicians play for veterans and others who are hospitalized. They're part of Musicians On Call, a group that spreads the healing power of music.
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ExxonMobil has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Venezuelan government and its state-owned oil company to explore opportunities in the country.
Commentary & Podcasts
KMUW's annual "You're Spelling It Wrong, A Spelling Bee for Grown-ups" took place last August. It was an evening of skills, fierce competition and the usual snarky judges. KMUW's Haley Crowson brings us this Wichita Soundscape.
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