One of the most liberal US cities is offering the Supreme Court a chance to further restrict federal regulatory power.
If you think grocery prices take a big bite out of your paycheck in the US, check out the rest of the world
Here’s some food for thought: Groceries are actually pretty cheap in the US, comparatively speaking.
A home for formerly unhoused kids may close. Some residents have nowhere to go.

ITHACA, N.Y. — One of Tompkins County’s only homes for youth transitioning out of homelessness may close in the coming weeks. In an unexpected reversal, the program’s federal funding will […]
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Abortion, immigration, drug prices: Where Missouri’s candidates for U.S. Senate stand on the issues

U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley is on the Nov. 5 ballot as he seeks another term in Congress. The Republican is being challenged by Missouri Senate hopefuls Democrat Lucas Kunce, Better Party candidate Jared Young and Green Party candidate Nathan Kline. The winning candidate will join a fractured U.S. Senate that has 33 of 100 seats […]
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Some say Wichita’s new city website still poses problems for people with disabilities

Staff at Wichitia’s City Hall weren’t happy with their virtual footprint. In 2022, they described the city’s website, www.Wichita.gov, as “suboptimal,” “outdated” and “confusing.” So the city spent $312,000 on a website refresh intended to flip that description and create a welcoming and easy-to-use virtual gateway to local government. The city’s communications staff say the […]
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Kansas’ top election official suggests drop boxes over USPS for your mail ballot

Kansans should think twice before mailing their ballots this election, the state’s top election official said. The warning comes after Scott Schwab, the secretary of state, said the U.S. Postal Service likely won’t address problems that led to nearly 1,000 ballots — about 2% of mail votes — being thrown out during the primary election. […]
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Jeffrey Jarman, Debby Potter and Kent Rowe seek open Kansas Board of Education seat

Two locally elected officials and a former substitute teacher are running for an open seat on the Kansas Board of Education after a three-term incumbent didn’t run for reelection. Republicans have won this seat in the past five elections Election day is Nov. 5, Oct. 15 is the last day to register to vote and […]
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Colorado Supreme Court “slow sip” ruling could affect city water supplies from Greeley to Castle Rock

The decision on nonrenewable groundwater well permits is expected before the end of the year
How to register to vote, cast your ballot and more FAQs about Colorado’s 2024 election

Election day is Nov. 5. Here’s what you need to know to participate.
Michigan bets on EVs to revive its economy — and hopes jobs will follow

The swing state’s Democratic leaders want to channel historic manufacturing prowess toward clean energy. Success will hinge on the November election.
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