> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.citizenjournal.us/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # McPherson daily brief_dev - URL: https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-daily-brief_dev-2/ - Published: 2026-01-28T18:00:41.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:34:27.000Z - Description: Kansas and US news for busy people - Jan 28, 2026 edition - Author: Greg Loving - Tags: Dev, #brief, dnn, #fullemail [ ![Alt text](https://rosebud-ads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/maplest.png) ](https://www.maplestreetbarbershop.com/?utm%5Fsource=us&utm%5Fmedium=newsletter&utm%5Fcampaign=issue042925&utm%5Fcontent=pos1) --- # McPherson - Residents provided positive feedback on city crews reaching every street under a newly adopted snow removal policy, prompting the purchase of 100 tons of additional road salt. [→](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-local-news-summary-21/) - McPherson County has extended a temporary ban on new battery and hydrogen energy systems as officials work to develop local regulations. [→](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-local-news-summary-21/) - McPherson Public Schools will hold community 'Come and Go' sessions on Feb. 3 and 5 to educate voters on the upcoming March 3 bond election. [→](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-city-digest-8/) - Annual service calls rose to 1,767 in 2025, a significant increase attributed to a new requirement for the department to respond to all medical emergencies regardless of severity. [→](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcpherson-local-news-summary-21/) - The McPherson Bullpups dominated El Dorado in a 74-49 victory at the Roundhouse, led by freshman Eli Reasoner's 25 points and Jett Pyle's 22 points. [→](https://www.citizenjournal.us/bullpups-dominate-el-dorado/) - The McPherson High School boys swim team finished sixth at Buhler, highlighted by third-place finishes in the 200 Medley and 400 Freestyle relays and standout individual performances from Cooper Bohme and Beckett Schuckman. [→](https://www.citizenjournal.us/bullpups-post-strong-individual-performances-at-buhler/) - Four members of the MAC Wrestling Club competed at the Augusta Open & Novice Tournament, with Airalia Hulvey and Eli Brown both securing second-place finishes in their divisions. [→](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mac-wrestling-club-competes-at-augusta-open-novice-tournament/) - Expect a cold but bright day with mostly clear skies, a high of 37 degrees, and light southwest winds. [ ![Alt text](https://rosebud-ads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/Gemini_Generated_Image_z0xmxcz0xmxcz0xm.jpeg) ](https://www.citizenjournal.us/mcj/) ^clickable on web, working to update app ### *Click to visit our site to see more news, sports, and more* --- # 🌾Kansas - **Anti-abortion group rallied at Kansas Capitol demanding total abortion ban while Satanic Grotto staged counterprotest,** alleging the state allows Christian protesters to display graphic images but restricts their expression. - **Kansas Senate unanimously passed a bill strengthening human trafficking penalties,** raising fines for buying sex, and creating new felonies for pointing lasers at aircraft or police officers. - **NTSB concluded a Wichita-to-DC flight crash was preventable, caused by FAA's systemic failures to separate helicopters and planes in DC airspace.** The board issued over three dozen safety recommendations primarily targeting the FAA. - **Rep. Paul Waggoner-R (Hutchinson) introduced a bill proposing criminal penalties for school employees who advocate for bond issues using taxpayer resources.** - **Arctic air will drop Kansas temperatures into the teens this weekend with wind chills reaching 10-15 below zero.** [Top 5 Kansas news storiesJanuary 28 2026![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-4448.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/P1270289-1536x864.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/top-5-kansas-news-stories-110/) --- # 🇺🇸 US • **White House seeks Minnesota immigration deal**: Border czar Tom Homan met with Democratic leaders requesting jail-to-federal-custody transfers in exchange for fewer federal agents, but no agreement reached despite removing polarizing Border Patrol commander. • **Amazon cutting 16,000 corporate jobs**: Tech giant eliminating positions amid AI push and economic uncertainty, despite GDP growth of 5-6%—part of broader trend as companies like Pinterest also downsize. • **Municipal bonds hit $500B record**: State and local governments increased borrowing 57% over two years to finance infrastructure like airports and roads, creating a $4 trillion market that spreads costs over time without upfront taxpayer dollars. • **Cultural divide stalling AI adoption**: NYT columnist notes San Francisco workers use AI extensively while most companies still restrict basic tools like Copilot, creating a gap driven by workplace culture rather than technical limitations. • **Ukraine war nearing 2M casualties**: Russian and Ukrainian forces have lost nearly 2 million killed or wounded over four years, with Russia advancing just 50-230 feet daily while occupying 20% of Ukraine. 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