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At the end of World War II, a Kansas soldier played a key role in bringing Nazi war criminals to justice. The man from Phillipsburg had to figure out how to construct a courtroom to hold numerous defendants, lawyers, judges, translators and the media - all in one place.
Headlines for Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Nov 6, 2024 · Kansas sends a new member to Congress as Republican Derek Schmidt wins an open U.S. House seat...Democrats fail to break the GOP super-majority in the Kansas Legislature... and Missouri voters weigh in on a number of ballot questions. These stories and more news headlines, inside.
Which states are swing states? Here are the results to watch this year
Nov 6, 2024 · As Americans cast their ballots in this historic election, some votes — as usual — matter more than others. Loading... This election, there are seven states widely seen as competitive: the "Blue Wall" states of Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, and the Sun Belt states of Nevada, Arizona, North Carolina and Georgia.. The U.S. doesn't elect presidents by popular vote, but rather through ...
Kansas Primary 2024: Live Results - Kansas Public Radio
Aug 7, 2024 · Live primary election results for the Kansas August 6 2024 primary.
Survey: Kansas voters support legalizing marijuana, oppose current ...
Oct 22, 2024 · A sign announces early voting for Douglas County residents in 2021 at the Douglas County Courthouse, on Massachusetts Street in Lawrence, Kansas.
Rare comet to streak across night sky. Here’s how you can see it
Oct 10, 2024 · Your unusual chance to see a comet in the sky is here. C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS was discovered by astronomers in 2023 — and will appear to the naked eye over the next couple weeks.
Derek Schmidt wins GOP primary for Kansas 2nd District.
Aug 7, 2024 · Zane Irwin reports on politics, campaigns and elections for the Kansas News Service. You can email him at [email protected].. The Kansas News Service is a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio focused on health, the social determinants of health and their connection to public policy.
Legalizing medical marijuana is popular in Kansas, so why hasn’t it ...
Jan 30, 2024 · Activists at the Statehouse are renewing a push for state lawmakers to legalize medical marijuana in Kansas. While Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly and many state legislators from both parties support the concept, lawmakers have yet to take up the issue this session.
Walgreens will close 1,200 stores, hoping for a turnaround
Oct 15, 2024 · Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores over the next three years, the pharmacy chain said on Tuesday. It's part of the company's plan for a turnaround, as it faces retail competition and lower prescription payouts.
It's a Classical Celebration at KPR's Live Day 2024 - Kansas Public …
Sep 1, 2024 · Kansas Public Radio invites you to experience the joys of classical music with us and our community during Live Day! Join us on Friday, Oct. 25, for an entire day of classical music concerts, featuring performances by the talented musicians that call our community home.. The live performances begin at 9 a.m. in the KPR studios, then at 10 a.m., we welcome you to the Lawrence Public Library ...