Water Woes Hit Kansas Farmers in Drought Crisis
The Kansas drought reaches exceptional levels, threatening farms in Haskell County and statewide. Kathan Kells, a local rancher, warns of wildfires and dust storms while officials urge urgency, water restrictions, and tighter oversight as Ogallala Aquifer declines and climate change looms.
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Wichita
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Gazette Seeks Election Letters By October 28 Deadline
The Gazette announces a 5 p.m. Friday deadline of October 28 for letters to the editor about the November 8 election. Letters must be 250 words or fewer and may be edited for brevity and clarity. Contributors should include name, full home address and telephone number for verification.
In the Room Where It Happens in Los Angeles
LZ Granderson analyzes a leaked 2021 Los Angeles City Council meeting with Gil Cedillo Kevin de Leon and Nury Martinez. The controversy over offensive language masks a broader fight for Latino political power and district maps. Martinez Cedillo and de León face pressure to resign amid calls for accountability.
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Hamilton
Los Angeles
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Kevin de Leon
Nury Martinez
Martinez
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Cedillo
de León
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Ron Herrera
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Washington
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Martinez and Company
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Biden’s cautious move on marijuana and public opinion
Bloomberg Opinion analysis notes that public policy lags public mood, especially on pot. Biden’s cautious pardons and policy steps reflect the inertia of Congress and party dynamics, with legalization favored by many Democrats and a sizable share of Republicans unsettled. The piece predicts limited midterm impact but considers the potential for shifts if support solidifies.
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Joe Biden
Bider
Democratic Party
Biden
Congress
Russia
Ukraine
Barack Obama
Obama
Civiqs
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