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In "The Psychology of Liberty: Reclaiming Everyday Freedom," University of Kansas professor Dr. Barbara Kerr defines freedom as having the time to play, gossip and create in community — all activities our ancient ancestors prioritized.

A new book argues the way states perform executions is inhumane. KOSU sat down with its author to learn about the 'untold story' of lethal injection and Oklahoma’s role in how the condemned are executed.

Sometimes the little places you pass every day hold much more significance than you realize. That's the case for a Stafford County, Kansas cemetery that holds the graves of some of Kansas' early Black residents.

The Town of Tatums held its annual Black History Month parade over the weekend. It’s the fourth year of the parade in the town and it’s gotten bigger every year.

The stated goals of the Alliance for Texas History are to focus on a 21st century approach for historical analysis, dialogue, and perspective of Texas history.

The Alliance for Texas History stresses that inclusivity and a "fact-based" approach is essential when telling the story of the Lone Star State.

The White Castle chain began in 1921 in Wichita, Kansas, where its ingenious small burgers kicked off a national craze and inspired imitators of all shapes and sizes. But over a century later, White Castle has entirely vanished from its home state. And the story of how it introduced America to the hamburger has largely been overshadowed by its fast food rivals.

Amid ongoing discussions about racial justice, the Roosevelt Institute is reflecting on the repercussions of FDR’s policy that sent Japanese and Japanese Americans into internment camps.

Educators who spoke to The Texas Tribune overwhelmingly denounced the new social studies law going into effect Sept. 1. These are the provisions they say could cause problems for them — and Texas students.

As things warm up across the High Plains, and as the vaccination roll-out rolls on, many organizations are kickin’ up the community outreach with…