Roberts links drug cartels to border migrant surge
U S senator Pat Roberts tied a surge of Central American immigrant youths to drug cartels at the Kansas Independent Oil and Gas Association convention. He said cartel leaders spread false protection program rumors to lure migrants and bolster U S drug networks, noting the concern centers on older youths entering the U S to support operations.
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State jobless rate climbs to 4.9 percent in July
Kansas reports a 4.9 percent seasonally adjusted jobless rate in July, up slightly as employment fell and new unemployment claims rose. The rate remains below the 2013 level but above the pre recession low. Over the year Kansas added about 22,000 jobs, a 1.5 percent rise. Labor Secretary Lana Gordon called signs of continuing economic strength.
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Editorial Preview of 2014 Election Coverage
Editor outlines 2014 campaign coverage priorities for governor U S Senate and state races ahead of the November 4 election. The piece emphasizes reader concerns on jobs the economy the future of Obamacare and related federal policy debates.
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