Kansas House backs Senate redistricting plan amid clashes
Feuding Kansas Republicans pressed rival plans Thursday for Senate districts as the House approved a conservative map, likely blocked in the Senate. The stalemate delays primary filing from June 1 to June 11 and risks court battles over new district lines. The Senate committee meanwhile offered three plans to redraw 40 districts, all targeting incumbents and prompting criticism that the maps protect current leaders and thwart conservatives.
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City officials weigh storm shelter ordinance for new homes
Ganien City officials discuss a proposed requirement for storm shelters in new housing developments. Commissioner John Dadl backs onsite or nearby shelters, citing a low income project on North Campus Drive as needing stronger protection against tornadoes. He urges proactive measures, preferring non retroactive rules for new construction.
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Wester Kansas
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Kansas House approves property tax classification
Kansas House passes a bill to extend time for defining real versus personal business property. The measure moves to the Senate as abatements on previously exempt property expire, potentially triggering higher taxes on equipment. Rep Marvin Kleeb notes the delay aims to give businesses tax certainty and prevent sudden reclassification.
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Young adults ignore skin cancer warnings says CDC findings
A CDC study shows half of US adults under 30 report a sunburn in the prior year, similar to a decade ago, with women 20s tanning almost twice monthly. Experts warn that a single sunburn doubles melanoma risk as sun protection remains uneven.
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CDC
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