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Jan 23 2026CRYPTO

Kansas Eyes Bitcoin for State Treasury

Kansas is looking at a new way to handle digital money. Lawmakers there want to create a special fund for Bitcoin and other digital assets. This isn't just about holding onto these assets but also about managing and growing them. The idea is to update old laws about unclaimed property. Right now, i

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Jan 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Kansas City's Culinary Scene Shines in National Awards

Kansas City's food and drink scene is making waves again, with several local spots and chefs earning nods from the James Beard Foundation. This year, the spotlight is on a mix of eateries and professionals, from a Japanese-inspired pub to a talented pastry chef. The James Beard Foundation, a big de

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Jan 13 2026SPORTS

Kansas Basketball Drops in Rankings After Mixed Week

Kansas basketball is now ranked 25th in the latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll. This is a drop from their previous position at 21st. The Jayhawks had a tough week, winning one game and losing another. The Jayhawks are now 11-5 overall and 1-2 in the Big 12 conference. They had a big win at home a

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Kansas Politics in 2025: What Went Wrong and Why It Matters

Kansas politics in 2025 had its share of ups and downs. Lawmakers chose to cut income taxes instead of reducing property taxes, even though they had promised to do the latter. This decision left many homeowners with only small savings, while future budget surpluses were earmarked for further income

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

Kansas Governor's Power on Extradition: What You Need to Know

Kansas is in a heated debate about the death penalty. At the center of this is whether the governor can refuse to send people to states that use it. The state's attorney general, Kris Kobach, says no. He believes the governor must follow the law and can't pick and choose who to extradite. The gover

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Dec 29 2025OPINION

Kansas' Sports Betting System: A Fight for Fairness

Kansas has a sports betting system that was designed to keep things fair and safe. But now, there are some companies that are trying to bypass the rules. These companies, like Kalshi and Polymarket, are using a loophole to offer sports betting without following Kansas laws. They don't pay into the p

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Dec 24 2025SPORTS

Is Kansas City's New Stadium a Win or a Loss for Taxpayers?

Kansas is investing a massive amount of money into a new stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs. The total cost is expected to be around $3 billion, with the state contributing a significant portion of that, approximately $1. 8 billion. This is a lot of public funds being allocated to a private sports t

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Dec 18 2025SPORTS

Oklahoma City's Olympic Surprise: How a Small City Landed Big Events

Oklahoma City has always been a city on the rise, but no one expected it to become an Olympic host. In 2024, the city made headlines when it was announced that it would host seven medal events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This was a big deal for a city that had never hosted an Olympic event be

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

Oklahoma's Business Growth Program: A Trade-Off for Companies

Oklahoma has introduced new tax rules that could impact businesses considering the Business Expansion Incentive Program. The Tax Commission has clarified that companies enrolled in this program cannot immediately use certain tax credits. Instead, they must wait until they complete the program to acc

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Oklahoma's Defense Shines Again, But Can Their Offense Keep Up?

Oklahoma's defense is on fire. They just shut down Missouri's powerful rushing attack, holding them to just 70 yards on the ground. This is the same defense that upset Alabama last week. They're looking like a playoff contender, but there's a big problem: their offense isn't keeping up. John Mateer

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