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Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, a Democrat, has authority over state officials who oversee the underlying anti-abortion laws being challenged in the case, and she recently vetoed two bills that could affect those laws, the state’s attorneys pointed out.

Observance sends a message about sustained dedication to ideals of equity, justice

Sotomayor answered questions onstage at the University of Kansas Lied Center from two KU alumni, Janet and Mary Murguia.

Gov. Laura Kelly appointed Wilson to the bench in 2019.

Appeal in Wichita first-degree murder case tests precedent on sentencing

Opponents of a bill heading to the governor say passing it would mean fewer kids can sue for mistreatment while in foster care.

A Douglas County District Court judge ruled that the law may be enforced during an ongoing lawsuit by transgender Kansans and the American Civil Liberties Union.

Two transgender men from Lawrence filed a lawsuit last week to stop the new Kansas law from taking effect. Hundreds of transgender residents were told their IDs are immediately invalid and must be replaced.

United Kansas Party challenges 125-year prohibition on multiparty nominations

Critics of bill claim advocates can’t point to example of problem in Kansas