Immigration debate in Kansas faces mixed approach
Lobbying groups press for federal E-Verify and stricter sanctions while Kansas lawmakers soften penalties. Critics warn measures target immigrants, risking labor markets and local economies as groups demand openness in Social and Rehabilitation Services records and curb predatory lending amid Topeka lobbying.
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Don Jordan
Michelle Ponce
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Kansas eyes renewables as rates rise and bills loom
Kansas will lean on renewables energy efficiency and natural gas as a bridge to future options like clean coal or new nuclear plants amid rising electricity costs. A consumer advocate criticized lawmakers for not outlining plans this session to aid low and fixed income Kansans, saying that protections for consumers are absent and industry needs are prioritized.
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David Springe
Citizens’ Utility Ratepayer Board
County dust suppressant program eyed for Finney County roads
Finney County Public Works seeks applicants for a chloride dust control program on gravel county roads. About 1,020 miles are gravel of 1,252 total miles. Applications due by April 25. treatments begin mid May, with one annual application to curb dust and improve home cleanliness.
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Obama calls to break racial stalemate nationwide
In Philadelphia at the National Constitution Center Obama urged breaking a long standing racial stalemate. He acknowledged the anger and roots of race issues while distancing himself from Rev. Jeremiah Wright’s controversial statements and stressing his ties to both black and white communities. The remarks came amid campaign uproar over Wright and related online discussion.
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