Kansas lawmakers shocked as additional nurses speak out against the Board of Nursing
Nursing Board Controversy in Kansas Topeka, Kan. – Concerns regarding the Kansas nursing board are growing, and there’s increasing pressure for a refund of the board’s funding. During a July meeting of the Government Oversight Committee, several issues with the Nursing Committee came to light. Numerous nurses claimed they had been wrongly accused of “non-professional […]
Lessons from Kansas City’s unsuccessful progressive efforts for other cities
Recent experiments in Kansas City’s progressive policymaking serve as a cautionary tale for other cities across the nation. When policies are rolled out without solid data, monitoring, or a clear plan for implementation, things can go awry quickly. The situation in Kansas City exemplifies how hollow symbolism can cause more harm than good, particularly when […]
Women’s college basketball Q&A: Future prospects for Maryland, Tennessee, Kansas
Two Months Until the Women’s College Basketball Season With just two months to go before the 2025-26 women’s college basketball season begins, many fans are buzzing with questions. We reached out through platforms like X, Bluesky, and Facebook MailBag, and received some intriguing insights regarding the upcoming season. Thanks to everyone who took the time […]
Progressive “Wizard of Oz”? We prefer to remain in Kansas
The Woes of Remakes and Reboots So, what’s going on with that “new and improved” yellow brick road? Honestly, it doesn’t seem like it’s moving fast at all. A remake of “The Wizard of Oz,” brought forward by Kenya Barris, appears to be at a standstill—perhaps indefinitely. This project was announced back in 2022, a […]
Kansas City police officer dies after being struck by a suspect attempting to escape during a high-speed pursuit while using stop sticks
Kansas City Mourns Officer Killed in Line of Duty Kansas City is currently in mourning after the tragic loss of a police officer, who was fatally injured by a driver evading law enforcement while attempting to set up a stop stick. The Kansas City Police Department has named the fallen officer as 26-year-old Hunter Simon […]
Kansas City police officer dies after being struck by a suspect trying to escape while using stop sticks
Kansas City Remembers Officer Fatally Injured While Pursuing Suspect Kansas City is mourning the loss of a police officer who was tragically killed after being struck by a driver fleeing from law enforcement. The officer, 26-year-old Hunter Simon Sic, had just graduated from the department’s academy this year, in 2023. The incident occurred early Tuesday […]
The Sphere’s incredible ‘Wizard of Oz’ show in Las Vegas will amaze you and take you far from Kansas.
Unique Experience Awaits in Las Vegas There’s something special about a sphere. The Las Vegas residency featuring “The Wizard of Oz” kicks off on Thursday, August 28. This event not only revitalizes the beloved 1939 film on a grand scale but also showcases it on the world’s highest resolution screen, which spans an impressive 160,000 […]
Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson’s father and brother involved in intense altercation following defeat
After Kansas faced off against Iowa in Dublin on Saturday, a skirmish broke out involving the father and brother of Wildcats quarterback Avery Johnson. Footage captured the moment when Mark Johnson was seen fighting with his eldest son, Anthony, following the Air Lingus College Football Classic at Aviva Stadium, as bystanders attempted to break up […]
Ways to view Iowa State and Kansas State in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic
College football is back, kicking off the 2025 season with the AER Lingus College Football Classic today. This year’s match features two Big 12 teams—No. 17 Kansas and No. 22 Iowa State—fighting for early ranking advantages. It’s the first time these rivals are meeting this season. Last year, Iowa made it to the Big 12 […]
Kansas has recorded 6 cases of West Nile virus this year, with 5 deemed serious.
Kansas health officials are currently tracking six cases of West Nile virus reported this year, with five classified as serious. As of mid-August, the state’s health department noted three cases, along with three additional ones in northern Kansas. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) indicates that five out of six cases involve neuroinvasive […]