2026 News Archive

Deep-fried delicacies and pugnacious politicians defined Kansas State Fair this weekend

September 15, 2026

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Lawrence school board approves 2026-27 budget; public comment to return

September 14, 2026

The Lawrence school board on Monday approved its 2026-27 budget, which will increase property taxes despite slightly decreasing the property tax rate.

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Vance rallies support for Kansas Republicans in pointed speech interrupted by protester

September 14, 2026

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US Supreme Court blocks Trump rule limiting mail voting, sides with Dem states

September 14, 2026

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Candidatos a gobernador debaten sobre impuestos, centros de datos y vales en la Feria de Kansas

September 14, 2026

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Trump EPA to strip greenhouse gas limits for power plants, a key Biden climate policy

September 14, 2026

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Manhattan man's attempted murder, kidnapping case set for trial

September 14, 2026

A Manhattan man facing multiple charges across two cases in Riley County District Court — including attempted murder — now looks to a jury trial for the cases after he pleaded not guilty on Monday.

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Vance warns fraudsters not to ‘screw the American taxpayer’ as operation uncovers $245M in losses

September 14, 2026

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Text with election question did not come from Mercury

September 14, 2026

Who are we voting for? Who’s asking?

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Bishop Seabury Academy to host open house; 2027-28 enrollment opening Tuesday (Sponsored post)

September 14, 2026

Bishop Seabury Academy in Lawrence is hosting an open house Thursday. The event is free and open to the public, and all are welcome.

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