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Kansas Warns of Increase in Rabies Exposures
Bats are driving most concerns, but a rabid kitten was also confirmed this summer
Kansas health officials are warning residents and health care providers about an increase in encounters with animals that may carry rabies, with bats accounting for…
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What a Jeffries-Led House Would Change
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Missouri’s Map Fight Isn’t Over
Proposition A could shape future elections, but the statewide campaign has barely begun.
Wichita NAACP Announces 2026 Freedom Fund Honorees
Annual Freedom Fund Banquet will recognize Wichita leaders for decades of community service, mentorship and civic involvement.
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Black Tennis Is Serving Notice This Time, the Men Have Arrived
Black women have been among tennis’ biggest stars for decades. Now a new generation of Black men is joining them near the top — bringing wins, personality and style with them.
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Nobody Wanted to Dress Taylor Townsend. So She Started Dressing Herself.
After years of scrutiny over her body and rejection by apparel companies, the world’s No. 2 doubles player is turning tennis fashion into her own business.
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From Prison and the Streets to Helping Others Escape Violence
After losing his 22-year-old son to gun violence, Costello brings lived experience and hard-earned credibility to his work with Cure Violence ICT.
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Coach Larry Allen’s 2026 Wichita City League Football Forecast
After more than four decades coaching Wichita football, Allen picks Northwest to win the City League and identifies the young players he expects to make some noise.
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UPDATE: Missouri Supreme Court Rules Against Hoskins in Both Ballot Cases
Court restores Missouri’s previous congressional map for November and clears two major measures for a statewide vote
Gummy Vitamins vs. Pills: Does It Really Matter Which You Take?
Gummies can deliver vitamins effectively, but they may leave out important nutrients and their candy-like appeal comes with some risks.
Your Waist Size May Tell You More About Your Health Than Your Weight
New research finds a simple tape measure can help identify health risks that BMI may miss.
