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Legislative hotline available to Kansans

Information about the 2023 Kansas Legislature is only a phone call or chat away, the State Library of Kansas reminds residents. The toll free number for the Legislative Hotline is 800-432-3924. Calls are answered by experienced reference and research librarians at the State Library.

Topeka selected for veterans home site

The governor announced that Topeka has been chosen as the location for a proposed state veterans home in northeast Kansas. Local officials had hoped a site in Leavenworth would be selected for the veterans home.

Transgender Missouri inmate executed for fatal stabbing

A Missouri inmate was put to death Tuesday for a 2003 killing, in what is believed to be the first execution of a transgender woman in the U.S. Amber McLaughlin, 49, was convicted of stalking and killing a former girlfriend, then dumping the body near the Mississippi River in St.

2024 contest comes into view with hurdles for both parties

Both political parties are opening the new year confronting critical questions about the people and policies they want to embrace as the next election speeds into view. The challenges are particularly urgent for Republicans, who hoped to enter 2023 with a secure grip on one, if not both, chambers of Congress.