In a deeply troubling incident highlighting the darker side of sports fandom, Kansas Jayhawks guard Zeke Mayo became the target of racist and threatening messages following the team’s 78-73 home loss to No. 10 Texas Tech on March 1, 2025. Mayo’s subpar performance in the game led to an outpouring of vitriolic abuse on social … Read more
In an ongoing effort to bolster community safety, the American Red Cross has launched the ‘Sound the Alarm’ campaign, focusing on equipping households with functional smoke alarms and essential emergency preparedness information. This initiative underscores the critical importance of proactive measures in mitigating fire-related incidents and fatalities. The ‘Sound the Alarm’ Campaign: A Community-Centric Approach … Read more
On Sunday, March 2, 2025, a severe hit-and-run incident occurred near downtown Wichita, Kansas, leaving one individual critically injured. The collision took place around 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Kellogg Drive and Seneca Street, a notable junction in the city’s urban landscape. Emergency responders, including Sedgwick County Emergency Communications, swiftly arrived at the scene … Read more
In 2024, Missouri achieved a significant milestone by recording the second-highest job growth rate among all U.S. states. The state’s nonfarm employment expanded by 2.8%, surpassing the national average of 1.4%. Key Factors Driving Missouri’s Job Growth Several sectors contributed notably to Missouri’s impressive job growth: Comparative Job Growth: Missouri vs. National Leaders Missouri’s … Read more
The 13th annual ‘Swim to a Wish’ event recently concluded at Campus High School in Wichita, Kansas, uniting high school swimmers from across the state in a remarkable display of endurance and philanthropy. This unique event challenges teams to complete a 100-mile relay, with the goal of raising funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a nonprofit … Read more
In a recent appearance on CBS’s “60 Minutes,” Nebraska Republican Congressman Don Bacon expressed strong disapproval of President Donald Trump’s recent comments regarding the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Bacon, a retired Air Force brigadier general, emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and cautioned against narratives that align with Russian interests. Trump’s Controversial Statements … Read more
In a significant development, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc., one of the nation’s largest retail pharmacy chains, has agreed to pay $97.8 million to resolve allegations that it unlawfully billed government healthcare programs for prescriptions that were never collected by patients. Allegations and Settlement Details Between 2009 and 2020, Walgreens allegedly submitted claims to Medicare, … Read more
In a remarkable display of resilience and determination, the Haskell Indian Nations University (HINU) women’s basketball team clinched the Continental Athletic Conference (CAC) championship, earning their place in the NAIA National Tournament. This victory is particularly significant given the challenges faced by the team in recent weeks. Just thirteen days prior to the championship game, … Read more
On Saturday, March 1, 2025, a paragliding accident in rural Kansas resulted in critical injuries to a local resident. The incident occurred around 1:45 p.m. near the intersection of 23rd Avenue and Overland Road, northeast of McPherson. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported that 24-year-old Travis L. Martin of Galva, Kansas, was operating a Vittorazi paraglider … Read more
Ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff in educational settings is paramount. In Nebraska, university partnerships, particularly those spearheaded by the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center (PPC), are at the forefront of advancing school safety measures. These collaborations focus on comprehensive strategies, including threat assessment training, mental health support, and emergency preparedness, … Read more