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Kansas unemployment rises slightly in July
The Kansas Department of Labor said unemployment sat at 6.8 percent in July.
Kan. oil prospects up, natural gas fortunes down
High oil prices are luring more and more producers into Kansas in search of drilling opportunities.
Small plane crashes at Kansas City air show, pilot killed
A Kansas City air show has abruptly ended after a fiery crash that killed a stunt pilot.
Illinois 9/11 memorial takes shape in Lawrence
One Lawrence artist is lending his talents to help the city of Oak Lawn, IL remember those who lost their lives.
Storm prompts closing of state agency in Topeka
Employees of the Department of Social and Rehabilitation Service call center in Topeka were sent home after storm damaged the building.
Kansas unemployment rate dips slightly in July
A new report shows the Kansas unemployment rate dropped slightly in July, but state officials offered a mixed assessment of the economy.
Santa Fe Depot shines again
New signs are lit Thursday night at the Santa Fe Depot.
Free State student could land scholarship and national ad campaign
A Free State High School senior wants her picture featured in a national ad campaign, but needs your help.
Severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 12:30 a.m.
The National Weather Service has also issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Douglas County until 2 a.m.
First 5 names on list of notable Kansans announced
A new list of the most notable figures from Kansas includes a U.S. vice president, a U.S. senator, an American Indian leader, a famed psychiatrist and a minister who coined the phrase, "What Would Jesus Do?"