hcj Ban on handheld phones in school zones heads to governor Safety measure passes but draws criticism over potential for discriminatory traffic stops.
hcj Senate passes bill requiring sheriffs to enforce ICE detainers Taxpayers would foot the bill for legal challenges under the new immigration measure.
hcj Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill Banning Cell Phone Use During School Day New law requires Kansas students to turn off and securely store personal electronic devices during school hours
mcj McPherson adopts new floodplain management regulations Rules require mandatory permits to reduce risks and maintain federal flood insurance eligibility
mcj Children's Health Fund Has Awarded More Than $866,000 to McPherson County Youth Programs Fund established in 2004 through Kansas Health Foundation matching grant continues to support education, childcare and recreation projects
mcj McPherson to Celebrate Rule of Law as Part of 250th Anniversary Month-long activities culminate with student documentary premiere on May 1
mcj Easy Idea for Leftover Chicken Breasts McPherson gym owner Shelly Prescott of Performance Lab shares a simple way to use up extra chicken
mcj Northview Sidewalk Project Nears Completion in McPherson Latest phase extends 10-foot path from Veranda to Highway 81 Bypass, connecting to Meadowlark Trail
mcj Free Press Forum Coming to McPherson College for Law Day Panel will feature journalists from three outlets discussing the intersection of law and journalism
mcj McPherson Police Department to Host Sheep Dog Impact Assistance Event Veterans and first responders invited to network and learn about the national nonprofit's mission
hcj Senate sends child endangerment, tax incentive bills to governor The Senate gave final approval to a package of House bills, including one that toughens penalties for child endangerment, sending them to Gov. Laura Kelly's desk for consideration.
hcj Kansas House passes dueling housing bills amid sharp debate The House approved measures to streamline new housing development and to block cities from mandating acceptance of federal housing vouchers, reflecting a divided Republican-led strategy on tackling the state's housing shortage.
hcj House panel advances sweeping election law changes A House committee has introduced substitute bills that would significantly alter Kansas election laws, including effectively ending mail-in voting for most jurisdictions and requiring proof of citizenship on driver's licenses.
