One Kansas school district banned a book in 2024, per national report
An eastern Kansas school district was the only one in the state that banned a book during the 2024-2025 school year.
US Senate rejects restriction of military strikes on vessels in the Caribbean
The U.S. Senate failed to advance Wednesday night a resolution designed to curb the president’s power regarding military actions.
Air traffic control staffing steady, but stress during shutdown worries DOT
The Federal Aviation Administration reported no travel delays due to staffing levels at U.S. air traffic control facilities Wednesday.
With CAFOs, North Dakota residents ponder quality of life impacts
Some North Dakota communities are becoming more familiar with the rush to consider farms linked to industrial agriculture.
California governor signs ban on ultraprocessed foods in school lunches
California has just become the first state to regulate "ultraprocessed foods” in school lunches.
Colorado Democrats push Republicans to negotiate on health care to reopen federal government
Health insurance costs expected to increase drastically for Coloradans under current funding.
Daily Audio Newscast - October 9, 2025
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Hotter temperatures mean more workplace injuries, study finds
With hotter temperatures come more heat-related workplace injuries — about 28,000 injuries each year.
The Yonder Report: News from rural America - October 9, 2025
News from rural America.
Your Story: The Way It Was - The Life and times of Ernest W. Hammer - Part 6
Ernie Hammer is a long time Kiowa County Press contributor, and shares his memories of earlier times.
