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How does Kansas track abuse and neglect in the state?
The Hutchinson News - Kansas
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Kansas' system for reporting abuse, neglect and exploitation is fragmented, an audit says, leading to uncertainty about the completeness of perpetrator registries. Different state agencies investigate reports based on the victim and location of...
USDA declares 12 NE counties as natural disaster areas due to drought
KHGI - Nebraska
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LINCOLN, Neb. — The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated 12 counties in Nebraska as natural disaster areas due to severe drought conditions. This designation enables the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) to offer emergency...
Kansas AG Asks DOJ to Probe China-Linked Entity Over Climate-Related Lawsuits
The Epoch Times
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July 29, 2025
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach answers questions from reporters during a news conference outside his office in Topeka, Kan., on May 1, 2023. John Hanna/AP Photo Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach is asking the Department of Justice to open...
Kansas AG demands DOJ investigation into Chinese ‘environmental lawfare’ against US energy
Washington Examiner
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July 29, 2025
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach urged the Department of Justice on Monday to investigate Energy Foundation China over concerns it is tied to the Chinese Communist Party and advocating green energy regulations that target United States energy...
Kansas Chamber announces resignation of President & CEO, appoints interim
WIBW 13 - Kansas
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July 29, 2025
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Chamber announces the resignation of President & CEO Alan Cobb, and appoints interim Coleen Jennison. According to a press release from the Kansas Chamber, after eight years of leading the Kansas Chamber and...
‘Climate Lawfare:’ Kansas AG Asks Justice Department To Investigate Chinese Climate Firm
Daily Wire
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July 29, 2025
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach sent a letter Monday to Attorney General Pam Bondi calling for an investigation into a Chinese firm suspected of engaging in “climate lawfare.” Kobach wrote to Bondi that Energy Foundation China’s “environmental...
Kansas AG, protecting American fossil fuels, asks for investigation of Chinese organization
KMAN - Kansas
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July 29, 2025
TOPEKA — The Kansas attorney general wants U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate a Chinese energy organization he accuses of waging “environmental lawfare.”In a letter sent to Bondi on Monday, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach urged the...
Kansas City Current re-signs Kayla Sharples through 2027 NWSL season with option for 2028
All For XI
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July 29, 2025
League leaders Kansas City Current have announced that defender Kayla Sharples has signed a new two-year contract through the 2027 season, with a mutual option for 2028. Sharples arrived in August 2024 via a trade with Bay FC and has started all...
S-5! donates solar supplies for University of Kansas sustainable home project
Solar Power World
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July 29, 2025
A student-led design-build project, combining hands-on architectural education with sustainability, has been completed by the University of Kansas School of Architecture. The project marks the 18th consecutive LEED Platinum-certified home...
T.V. Show Host Banned from Hunting in Kansas After Poaching Deer
The MeatEater - Montana
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July 29, 2025
A well-known hunting show host is receiving his just desserts after poaching several deer, and including them in episodes of “The Game.” According to a recent press release from the United States Attorney’s Office District of Kansas, 35-year-old...
S-5! Supports Sustainable Student-Led Design-Build Project at the University of Kansas
AltEnergyMag
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July 29, 2025
Studio 804 is a unique, hands-on design-build program within the University of Kansas’ Master of Architecture curriculum. Founded by Professor Dan Rockhill, it provides graduate students in their final year with an immersive experience,...
Kansas attorney general calls on Bondi to investigate climate lawfare from China
Just the News
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July 28, 2025
Kansas GOP Attorney General Kris Kobach on Monday called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate climate lawfare being pushed by China through a grant organization. "Environmental lawfare poses a growing challenge for American industry and...
Kansas county commissioners call for accountability, transparency in Quivira water dispute
High Plains Journal - Kansas
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July 28, 2025
County commissioners from across central Kansas hosted state and federal officials July 10 to address longstanding concerns regarding the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s water impairment claims at Quivira National Wildlife Refuge. The meeting was...
Kansas contraception policies rank last in nation
The Iola Register - Kansas
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July 28, 2025
If you live in Kansas, it might be a lot harder to access birth control than it is in other states. New research by the Population Reference Bureau, or PRB, shows that’s because of the state’s policies on contraceptive access. PRB recently...
Kansas Trails, Inc., launches as first-ever statewide organization aiming to connect, support and elevate trails across the state
TK Business Magazine - Kansas
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With the intention of elevating Kansas as a destination for trails and outdoor connection, Kansas Trails, Inc., has launched as the first statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting, supporting, and empowering the vibrant trail...
Kansas Chamber Announces Resignation of President & CEO Alan Cobb
TK Business Magazine - Kansas
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After eight years of successfully leading the Kansas Chamber and securing numerous legislative victories that strengthened the state’s business climate, Alan Cobb is stepping down as President & CEO to pursue new opportunities aligned with his...
Green Sports Alliance Releases Revenue Generation Playbook to Turn Sustainability into Business Growth
WFMZ - Pennsylvania
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PORTLAND, Ore., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At its 15th annual Summit, the Green Sports Alliance released its Revenue Generation Playbook, a practical guide designed to help sports organizations and venues transform sustainability initiatives...
Port KC moving ahead on $480M downtown Kansas City project featuring hotel, music venue
KMBC 9 - Missouri
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July 29, 2025
Port KC is taking the first step toward a downtown development that could bring new housing, a hotel, retail space and a live music venue to Kansas City.The Port KC Board of Commissioners on Monday approved a resolution to begin the process of...
$480 million approved for mixed-use development on Grand Boulevard to revitalize Downtown Kansas City
KCTV 5 - Missouri
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July 28, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Up to $480 million has been approved for use in a project with Universal Music to revitalize a historic area of Downtown Kansas City. Port KC announced on Monday, July 28, that the Board of Commissioners approved a...
Search for missing Kansas man last seen in Alaska called off
FOX23 News - Oklahoma
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Formal search efforts for a missing man from Caney, Kansas are called off. Robert Weaver, 59, was reported missing on June 30. He was last seen in Cooper Landing, Alaska. Searchers were able to locate Weaver's truck and his backpack, which was...