Pompeo sworn in as CIA director amid security concerns
Former congressman Mike Pompeo is sworn in as CIA director at night, with Vice President Pence praising his leadership. Senate confirmation passed 66 to 32 amid Democratic objections over transparency on Russia meddling and Pompeo’s positions. Senators Wyden and Burr criticized delays and questioned his stance and honesty.
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KanCare faces CMS warning over Kansas Medicaid plan
CMS cited on site review findings in October that raised safety concerns for KanCare beneficiaries and demanded immediate action. Kansas officials defended outcomes, noting fewer hospital and ER visits and more preventive care, while CMS warned the waiver extension may be delayed without fixes.
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Courthouse Steps Bomb Scare In Lawrence Cleared
Police responded to a suspicious package on the courthouse steps in Lawrence. A bomb squad and federal agents aided the probe, later found to contain magazines from the 2016 Best of Lawrence edition. Roads reopened around 11:40 a.m. with nearby businesses resuming operations.
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Kansans weigh special election rules amid Pompeo move
The opening days of the season push tough law changes for special elections yesterday. Governor appoints five day window to call a vacancy election with 75 to 90 days until vote. Parties face 15 to 25 day nominating conventions while Democrats look to label GOP nominee as Trump loyalist. In Wichita district, GOP eyeing Feb 9 convention as statewide talks loom. Dennis McKinney and Henry Helgerson surface as possible Democratic contenders.
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Lotto Mystery Spurs Local Bets
A fragmented lottery entry shows the numbers 5 2 23 29 and an unclear 8 in parentheses, drawing attention from local bettors and prompting questions about the draw outcome.
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