Author: Danedri Herbert
Does KC Streetcar Spur Development?
Is the Kansas City Streetcar spurring development along its route? That’s the conclusion of KCUR. In a story about the…
Governor, Senate President Fight Battle of Press Releases
Gov. Sam Brownback and Senate President Susan Wagle, both Republicans, aren’t pulling any punches in dueling press releases. Brownback issued…
Lawrence Paper Company Issues $500 Bonuses to Celebrate Tax Reform
Rachel Black has already mentally spent the $500 bonus she’s receiving from her employer, though it won’t show up in…
Hawley Leads Sen. McCaskill in Early Poll
A new poll confirms that Sen. Claire McCaskill is one of the most vulnerable Senators up for re-election in 2018.…
Former Brownback Allies Torch His Proposal for Education Funding
Gov. Sam Brownback’s proposal to inject $600 million of new funding into schools isn’t sitting well with many, including Republican…
Full Text of Brownback’s State of the State Address
Mr. Speaker, Madam President, Members of the Kansas Supreme Court, Legislators, Cabinet Members, friends all. Let me start with the…
Brownback Proposes Adding $600 Million to Public Education in State of State
Gov. Sam Brownback’s final State of the State Address revealed his response to the state Supreme Court’s school funding ruling,…
When Will the U.S. Senate Vote on Brownback’s Confirmation?
President Trump formally re-nominated Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback for Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom yesterday. Brownback wasn’t confirmed…
School Funding Debate Likely To Dominate 2018 Session
Debate on how to best deal with the Kansas Supreme Court’s ruling requiring the legislature to craft a new school…
Wichita School District Hires Political Consulting Firm
The Wichita School District hired a political consulting firm to monitor and report to district administration on legislative activities. School…
Missouri Governor Thanks Illinois House Speaker
Gov. Eric Greitens is appearing in a new video thanking the the Illinois Speaker of the House. Why is the…
KS Lawmakers Receive Input through Legislative Agendas
As Kansas lawmakers kick off the 2018 legislative session, they’ll be inundated with a number or legislative platforms from cities,…
Inbound, Outbound State Migration Suggest Americans Value Economic Freedom
Americans often relocate to states with robust labor markets and economic growth, according to analysis by the American Enterprise Institute.…
Wichita Eagle Takes Deserved Victory Lap Due to AG Opinion
The Wichita Eagle is taking a well-deserved victory lap following the release of an opinion from Kansas Attorney General Derek…
Missouri Lawmaker Raises Fist During Pledge
A Missouri lawmaker raised his fist rather than covering his heart during the Pledge of Allegiance in the Missouri House.…
Politico Calls Kansas 2nd District Race One to Watch
Politico writes there are 10 Congressional races this year that will provide clues on whether the 2018 election is referendum…
Cap-J Ignores Common Thread among Sex Harassment Allegations in Topeka
A Democratic attorney working for the state of Kansas is under fire today after claims that he sexually harassed Kansas…
Kansas Supreme Court Ruling on Abortion Expected Soon
The Kansas Supreme Court may soon issue a ruling on whether the 1859 Kansas Constitution allows lawmakers to ban any…
Brownback Isn’t Going Anywhere
Gov. Sam Brownback isn’t going anywhere soon. That’s the implication of a tweet and a press release from Kansas Governor…
December Revenues Beat Projections, But Officials Advise Caution
Kansas revenues beat estimates in December, the Kansas Department of Revenue reported today. The state has collected $83.6 million more…
Prescription for Ending Opioid Abuse? Eliminating Some Regulations on Doctors
Kansas officials are seeking to combat a wave of opioid addictions and deaths through a variety of measures, but they…
Kobach Calls for Utility Rate Cuts
Kris Kobach wants the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) to lower utility rates in response to federal tax reform. The 2018…
Quick Facts on the Kansas Budget
Kansas lawmakers hoisted a $1.2 billion tax increase on taxpayers last session, but they piled on new spending, too. The…
Kansas Looks To Retain 4 Congressional Seats in 2020
Though the 2020 Census is still a few years away, most experts predict Kansas will retain all four of its Congressional…