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Reports: Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift tying knot on July 3 in New York KWCH12:42Taylor Swift Travis Kelce Kansas City Chiefs

Taylor Swift's baking gets honest review from Travis Kelce's chiefs teammate The Kansas City Star02:47Taylor Swift Travis Kelce Kansas City Chiefs

Kansas governor signs sports authority bill to guide Kansas City Chiefs’ developments Kansas Reflector19:24Kansas City Chiefs NFL AFC West

Governor Kelly signs bill to create Kansas Sports Facilities Authority WIBW17:08Kansas City Chiefs NFL AFC West

Wichita school district providing additional feedback opportunities surrounding bond proposal KWCH12:07Kansas Schools Wichita

Wichita school board accepting applications for BoE at-large position KWCH10:19Kansas Schools Wichita

Kansas lawmakers race to pass property tax relief before Friday night deadline KWCH21:40Tax Relief Property and Estate Tax Tax

Kansas House kills constitutional amendment on property tax. GOP leaders prepping another bill. Kansas Reflector21:46Tax Relief Property and Estate Tax Tax

Kansas lawmakers hold firm on giving themselves 4.4% raise; other state employees to receive 1% … Lawrence Journal-World, Kansas10:54Laura Kelly Kansas Senate US Senate

Kansas lawmakers override veto to give themselves a 4.4% pay raise, and 1% raise for state workers Wichita Public Radio14:27Laura Kelly Kansas Senate US Senate

Topeka Police search for person of interest in connection to Monday shooting WIBW22:51Kansas Shooting Kansas Crime Shootings

Topeka Police Department responds to motorcycle crash Sunday morning WIBW11:16Kansas Shooting Kansas Crime Shootings

Kansas City parks board to consider Royals stadium lease at Washington Square Park WIBW15:40Kansas City Kansas City Royals MLB

Kansas City officials are proposing $600M in bonds to keep Royals in Missouri Lawrence Journal-World, Kansas17:57Kansas City Kansas City Royals MLB

The hidden details behind Kansas City Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt's engagement ring… as jeweler… MailOnline15:47Kansas City Chiefs NFL AFC West

Gracie Hunt shares every hidden, ‘Meaningful’ detail in her diamond and emerald engagement ring (exclusive) People15:12Kansas City Chiefs NFL AFC West

Kansas lawmakers returning to Topeka for ‘veto session’ KWCH09:57Laura Kelly

Kansas governor rejects 2 abortion-related bills among several vetoes ahead of session wrap-up KWCH10:28Laura Kelly

Kansas wheat farmers need rain as drought threatens harvest KWCH01:03Drought in the US California Drought Drought

Kansas farmers report freeze damage, early drought stress on wheat crop Brownfield Ag News14:56Drought in the US California Drought Drought

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In the last 15 minutes

Kubota Breaks Ground On New Kansas Construction Equipment Test Center AgriMarketing02:51

In the last 2 hours

Iconic '70s Rocker Makes Fan-First Move Amid 2026 Tour The Kansas City Star01:39

Earlier today

Helping Hand: Mentors and Masters program teaches Wichita kids life skills through chess KWCH00:10

In the last 4 hours

Multiple Kansas communities have damage after reports of tornadoes WIBW23:48 13-Apr-26

Tornado causes structural damage in Ottawa, no injuries reported WIBW23:21 13-Apr-26

In the last 6 hours

Topeka Police search for person of interest in connection to Monday shooting WIBW22:51 13-Apr-26

Wichita runner qualifies for Boston Marathon to honor late father KWCH22:39 13-Apr-26

Murder of teenager in Great Bend prompts concerns about rising youth violence KWCH22:08 13-Apr-26

Thousands affected from power outages Monday night WIBW21:36 13-Apr-26

In the last 8 hours

NWS: Confirmed tornado located near Pomona WIBW20:43 13-Apr-26

Shawnee County Commission caps large solar farms at 640 acres WIBW19:32 13-Apr-26

Wichita considers ethics code updates after complaints, past violations KWCH19:25 13-Apr-26

Flooding damages roads in Nemaha and Marshall counties WIBW19:17 13-Apr-26

Clearwater mother jailed in arson case charged with murder in 15-month-old’s death The Wichita Eagle, Kansas City19:14 13-Apr-26

One dead following shooting in Topeka Monday afternoon WIBW19:12 13-Apr-26

Yesterday

Water Damage Fight Belongs In Kansas, Travelers Says Law36018:39 13-Apr-26

Community, police outraged after weekend of violence in Wichita KWCH18:34 13-Apr-26

Sedgwick County operations manager receives Excellence in Public Service Award KWCH18:34 13-Apr-26

KC Youth Symphony fires executive director after embezzlement investigation The Kansas City Star18:33 13-Apr-26

Wichita Falls program to help certain residents with problematic trees News Channel 618:25 13-Apr-26

United Way of the Plains announces $4.1 million in charitable donations KWCH18:18 13-Apr-26

Topeka vendor fair takes holistic approach to health WIBW18:16 13-Apr-26

Capital City Chorus brings heart to 79th annual show WIBW18:16 13-Apr-26

Topeka City Manager welcomes new electric vehicles to fleet WIBW18:11 13-Apr-26

Kelly vetoes sports tourism program, allows religious freedom bill to move forward Kansas Reflector18:05 13-Apr-26

United Way of the Plains invests over $4 million in Wichita charities KWCH18:04 13-Apr-26

Clearwater woman charged with murder in connection with 2025 death of 15-month-old son KWCH17:45 13-Apr-26

An Inside Look at This Year’s Sweetheart Ball, Chaired by Tavia and Clark Hunt D Magazine17:35 13-Apr-26

Manhunt Monday: Wichita Falls man wanted for registration requirement failure News Channel 617:24 13-Apr-26

Sedgwick County detention deputy arrested on misdemeanor criminal restraint charge KWCH17:17 13-Apr-26

Wichita’s most-read stories last week: New restaurants, fatal crash, duplex debates The Wichita Eagle, Kansas City16:51 13-Apr-26

Washburn outfielder named Miaa Hitter of the Week WIBW16:49 13-Apr-26

Topeka police respond to shooting Monday afternoon, one critically injured WIBW16:09 13-Apr-26

Kansas wheat crop showing drought stress Brownfield Ag News16:07 13-Apr-26

Topeka police respond to shooting that left one critically injured Monday afternoon WIBW16:04 13-Apr-26

Tickets on sale for Topeka Scarecrows playoff opener this week WIBW15:58 13-Apr-26

Why Kansas Leader Phil Ehart Finally Shared His Life Story Ultimate Classic Rock15:51 13-Apr-26

Kansas City parks board to consider Royals stadium lease at Washington Square Park WIBW15:40 13-Apr-26

Gov. Kelly vetoes Kansas sports tourism bill WIBW15:33 13-Apr-26

Wichita's DoT Hunts for PR Partner O'Dwyer's PR Daily15:32 13-Apr-26

Kansas Gov. Kelly allows bill to become law without a signature WIBW15:29 13-Apr-26

Wichita Falls ISD announces 2026 graduation details News Channel 615:12 13-Apr-26

New faces in Kansas policing shaking up the status quo Wichita Public Radio15:09 13-Apr-26

Pair of GOP anti-abortion bills draw vetoes from Democratic Kansas governor Wichita Public Radio15:09 13-Apr-26

Trump picks fight with Pope Leo as Iran peace talks dissolve Kansas Reflector15:02 13-Apr-26

U.S. Supreme Court justice warns of majority's misuse of 'shadow docket' during Kansas talk Wichita Public Radio14:58 13-Apr-26

University of Kansas student's First Amendment lawsuit against former supervisor clears legal hurdle Wichita Public Radio14:58 13-Apr-26

Kansas governor signs sports authority bill to guide Kansas City Chiefs' developments Wichita Public Radio14:58 13-Apr-26

Crews respond to a structure fire in Soldier Township Monday WIBW14:39 13-Apr-26

Pratt city leaders respond to criticisms surrounding police chief departure KWCH14:30 13-Apr-26

Grammy-winning artist coming to Kansas City for Juneteenth: ‘Words have power’ The Kansas City Star14:29 13-Apr-26

Kansas Republicans vote to restrict student protests in school, in response to ICE walkouts Wichita Public Radio14:27 13-Apr-26

Kansas lawmakers override veto to give themselves a 4.4% pay raise, and 1% raise for state workers Wichita Public Radio14:27 13-Apr-26

Kansas makes it a crime to go within 25 feet of police while they're working Wichita Public Radio14:27 13-Apr-26

Kansas Legislature passes free speech law honoring Charlie Kirk, overturning governor's veto Wichita Public Radio14:27 13-Apr-26

Vehicle crash leaves one person dead; Junction City detectives investigate WIBW12:50 13-Apr-26

Family of Wyandotte County inmate who died after deputy knelt on him files wrongful death lawsuit Wichita Public Radio12:50 13-Apr-26

Man arrested Sunday following aggravated battery incident in central Topeka WIBW12:30 13-Apr-26

Wichita school district providing additional feedback opportunities surrounding bond proposal KWCH12:07 13-Apr-26

Manhattan parking garage damaged by person doing ‘burnouts’ WIBW12:00 13-Apr-26

Man, 33, arrested early Saturday in connection with domestic battery in Manhattan WIBW11:46 13-Apr-26

Kansas Legislature creates state capital-gains tax exemption for investors in gold, silver Kansas Reflector11:18 13-Apr-26

Kansas lawmakers hold firm on giving themselves 4.4% raise; other state employees to receive 1% … Lawrence Journal-World, Kansas10:54 13-Apr-26

Resurfacing project to start next week on I-70 near Abilene WIBW10:53 13-Apr-26

Wichita school board accepting applications for BoE at-large position KWCH10:19 13-Apr-26

Assault reported early Monday in southeast Shawnee County WIBW10:13 13-Apr-26

Judge charges 18-year-old with voluntary manslaughter in McPherson County deadly shooting KWCH09:14 13-Apr-26

Kansas Legislature’s GOP supermajority leans into rule that skirts debate, muffles dissent Kansas Reflector09:06 13-Apr-26

Ramp closure, lane reductions come with work on East Kellogg Expansion Project KWCH08:44 13-Apr-26

Topekan hospitalized after hit-and-run crash Sunday in Johnson County WIBW07:52 13-Apr-26

Catch the latest headlines on today’s ‘A.M. Extra’ WIBW07:21 13-Apr-26

Kansas woman loses money on unofficial passport renewal website KWCH07:16 13-Apr-26

Arrogance of power: Kansas legislative leaders obfuscate the process to pass shoddy policy Kansas Reflector04:42 13-Apr-26

Kansas woman loses money on fake passport renewal website KWCH00:16 13-Apr-26

In the last 7 days

Arab Shriners host dinner for athletes in Kansas Shrine Bowl WIBW23:57 12-Apr-26

Ava Johnson’s Socks and Undies Drive raises money for foster kids’ essentials KWCH22:04 12-Apr-26

Kdot to close ramp from eastbound K-96 to eastbound Kellogg starting Monday KWCH21:03 12-Apr-26

Topeka woman arrested in connection with attempted murder WIBW20:14 12-Apr-26

1 dead after crash in northeast Wichita KWCH19:32 12-Apr-26

Wichita police warn residents about jury duty scam calls KWCH18:00 12-Apr-26

Stolen car report sparks warnings of fake checks, vehicle theft scams WIBW17:12 12-Apr-26

Great Plains Nature Center hosts inclusive “Grow Together” event for families KWCH17:00 12-Apr-26

From the library Ark Valley News, Kansas16:27 12-Apr-26

GOP lawmakers override governor veto to pass voter suppression SAVE Kansas Act Democracy Docket16:15 12-Apr-26

Iconic '70s Rock Band Sends Farewell Message Amid 2026 Tour Miami Herald15:49 12-Apr-26

One man in critical condition following N Wichita shooting, car crash KWCH12:06 12-Apr-26

SNAP work requirements don’t boost jobs, but drop participation, research finds Kansas Reflector12:04 12-Apr-26

Topeka Police Department responds to motorcycle crash Sunday morning WIBW11:16 12-Apr-26

Kansas governor’s veto stands, stopping proposed changes to education assessments Kansas Reflector10:11 12-Apr-26

Want to serve on the Wichita school board? Here’s how to apply The Wichita Eagle, Kansas City07:15 12-Apr-26

Who passed health checks in Wichita KS? Steakhouse, ice cream shops, bars & more The Wichita Eagle, Kansas City07:15 12-Apr-26

Waiting for the apocalypse? Walk through the smoke and pull up a chair. Kansas Reflector04:35 12-Apr-26

In new CNN docuseries, Kara Swisher examines the science, tech and business of living longer Lawrence Journal-World, Kansas00:40 12-Apr-26

How Lawrence’s parking garages are transforming from ‘dark and intimidating’ to places for art Lawrence Journal-World, Kansas00:40 12-Apr-26

Ywca Northeast Kansas’ ‘Concealed Revealed’ raises funds for survivors WIBW00:17 12-Apr-26

Yuma County wildfire forcing Highway 36 closure to the Kansas border 7News Denver23:42 11-Apr-26

Local advocates gather at Evergy Plaza to raise awareness of fentanyl WIBW20:29 11-Apr-26

Get Down and Get Dirty volunteers tackle trash buildup in Topeka WIBW20:09 11-Apr-26

Sedgwick County spring baby shower connects parents with free resources, safe sleep education KWCH20:01 11-Apr-26

Andover band teacher helps create adaptive instrument for fifth grader KWCH19:51 11-Apr-26

Three in critical condition after shooting in northeast Wichita The Wichita Eagle, Kansas City18:41 11-Apr-26

Family files federal lawsuit over in-custody death of Wyandotte County inmate KWCH18:30 11-Apr-26

New Kansas law sets 25-foot buffer around police amid immigration enforcement changes KWCH18:20 11-Apr-26

Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation to host Yiddish Poetry Night featuring readings from… Lawrence Journal-World, Kansas17:52 11-Apr-26

Topeka woman left seriously injured in single-vehicle crash Saturday morning WIBW17:08 11-Apr-26

Three people hurt, two in critical condition after Saturday afternoon shooting in Wichita KWCH16:59 11-Apr-26

Kansas House overrides veto on lawmaker pay raises, sending measure to Senate KWCH16:28 11-Apr-26

Wpd: One person killed, another seriously hurt in west Wichita shooting KWCH15:48 11-Apr-26

College softball team in fatal crash after woman was seen on highway MailOnline15:06 11-Apr-26

Kansas lawmakers adjourn Saturday morning, passing property tax protest bill KWCH13:22 11-Apr-26

Topeka man taken to hospital after vehicle hydroplaned on Friday WIBW13:21 11-Apr-26

WiFi Film Festival puts dozens of movies on display WIBW13:14 11-Apr-26

Heavy rains flood parts of Nemaha County, closing multiple roads WIBW12:17 11-Apr-26

A new gold rush: States stockpile bars, encourage gold-backed debit cards Kansas Reflector12:07 11-Apr-26

One shot, three battered in large disturbance at Wichita apartment complex The Wichita Eagle, Kansas City11:45 11-Apr-26

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Latest news on Kansas, the Sunflower State, covering agriculture, weather, sports, politics, and life in America's heartland - from Wichita to Topeka.

Kansas, situated in the heart of America's Great Plains, is a state of remarkable contrasts and rich traditions. Home to nearly 3 million residents across cities like Wichita, Topeka, and Overland Park, the state plays a crucial role in U.S. agriculture, producing more wheat than any other state and contributing significantly to the nation's corn, soybean, and cattle production.

Recent developments in Kansas focus on its evolving agricultural landscape, with farmers adapting to changing climate patterns and embracing innovative farming technologies. The state's economy continues to diversify, with growing aerospace industry in Wichita and expanding technology sectors in Johnson County. Political discussions centre on water conservation, renewable energy development, and education funding.

Kansas's vibrant cultural scene thrives through events like the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson and the Symphony in the Flint Hills. The state's passionate sports culture revolves around college basketball, with the University of Kansas Jayhawks and Kansas State Wildcats maintaining fierce rivalries. Local communities celebrate their heritage through events like the Wild West Fest in Dodge City and the Swedish Festival in Lindsborg.

The state's history is deeply woven into the American narrative, from its pivotal role in the frontier era to its significance in the civil rights movement, particularly through the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case in Topeka. The Santa Fe Trail and Underground Railroad routes that crossed Kansas helped shape the nation's westward expansion and the fight for freedom.

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