News Tipoffs - Kansas Editors
AAR reports fourth quarter and fiscal year 2026 results
WOOD DALE, Illinois, July 21 [Category: BizAerospace] -- AAR, a provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, issued the following news release:
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AAR reports fourth quarter and fiscal year 2026 results
AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), the leading parts, repair, and software platform in the aviation aftermarket, reported today financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2026 ended May 31, 2026.
FOURTH QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2026 HIGHLIGHTS
(As compared to Q4 F
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Attorney General Hanaway Files Suit Against Kansas City For Blatant Race-and Sex-Based Discrimination
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, July 22 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Hanaway Files Suit Against Kansas City For Blatant Race-and Sex-Based Discrimination
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Today, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway filed suit to stop Kansas City from engaging in blatant race- and sex-based discrimination in public contracting. Attorney General Hanaway seeks to protect Missourians from clear constitutional violations,
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Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration to Protect Billions of Dollars for Anti-Terrorism and Public Safety Programs
ALBANY, New York, July 23 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release:
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Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration to Protect Billions of Dollars for Anti-Terrorism and Public Safety Programs
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July 23, 2026
NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a coalition of 23 other attorneys general and the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania in suing the Trump administration to stop illegal new threats to billions of dollars in c
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Budd, Welch Bipartisan Bill Supporting the Next Generation of American Aviation Advances Out of Committee
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Budd, Welch Bipartisan Bill Supporting the Next Generation of American Aviation Advances Out of Committee
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Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.), member of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, and Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) released the following statements after an amended version of their bipartisan Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act passed out of co
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Californian Pleads in D.C. to Multi-State PCP Trafficking Conspiracy, Firearm Charge Tied to Interstate Shipments
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release:
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Californian Pleads in D.C. to Multi-State PCP Trafficking Conspiracy, Firearm Charge Tied to Interstate Shipments
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WASHINGTON - Michael Anderson Thomas, 50, of Chino, California, pleaded guilty yesterday in U.S. District Court in the District of Columbia in connection with his role in a drug trafficking conspiracy that reached across the United States and sold PCP, co
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Congressman Cleaver Celebrates Passage of Amendment to Provide $5 Million for Alpha-Gal Syndrome Research
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Cleaver Celebrates Passage of Amendment to Provide $5 Million for Alpha-Gal Syndrome Research
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(Washington, D.C.) - Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) released the following statement after his bipartisan amendment to provide $5 million for alpha-gal syndrome research was included in the underlying text of the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (N
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Congressman Cleaver Reintroduces Legislation to Remove Transportation Barriers for Formerly Incarcerated Citizens
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Cleaver Reintroduces Legislation to Remove Transportation Barriers for Formerly Incarcerated Citizens
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The Transportation for Reentry Act would provide one year of free public transit to help formerly incarcerated Americans reconnect with work, education, and essential services.
(Washington, D.C.) - Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO), reintroduced the Transporta
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David J. Cohen of Forvis Mazars Appointed to PCAOB Inspections Modernization Council
SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, July 24 -- Forvis Mazars LLP, a company that provides audit, assurance, tax, advisory and consulting services, issued the following news release:
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David J. Cohen of Forvis Mazars appointed to PCAOB Inspections Modernization Council
David J, Cohen, national audit oversight leader for the SEC Practice at Forvis Mazars, has been appointed to the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) Inspections Modernization Council (IMC), a newly established advisory body
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Department of Justice Sues Colorado for Providing In-State Tuition to Illegal Aliens
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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The Department of Justice Sues Colorado for Providing In-State Tuition to Illegal Aliens
Today, the Department of Justice sued Colorado for placing illegal aliens over American citizens in clear defiance of Congress's commands, challenging its state laws that provide in-state tuition and financial aid to illegal aliens. The Department's complaint alleges that Colorado's in-state tui
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EPA Approves Missouri State Implementation Plan Revisions for Petroleum Storage, Fuel Transfer Emissions
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved revisions to Missouri's State Implementation Plan governing emissions from petroleum liquid storage, loading and transfer operations in the St. Louis metropolitan area, concluding the changes comply with the Clean Air Act while maintaining air quality protections.
The final rule takes effect on August 24, 2026.
The approved revisions apply to Missouri regulation 10 CSR 10-5.220, "Control of Emissions During P
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FAA Advances Digital Departure Clearances for General and Business Aviation
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release:
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FAA Advances Digital Departure Clearances for General and Business Aviation
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OSHKOSH, WI - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced it is moving forward with Mobile Clearance, a new digital tool that will allow general and business aviation pilots to request departure clearances through approved flight applications instead of over the radio.
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FAA Updates Instrument Flight Procedures at Airports
WASHINGTON, July 24 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration amended instrument flight procedures and related takeoff and departure requirements at airports across the U.S. in a final rule published July 23, 2026, to support safe and efficient operations within the National Airspace System.
The rule establishes, amends, suspends or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs), Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) at airport
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Farmers Advance Sustainable Agriculture Priorities During NSAC Lobby Day
WASHINGTON, July 21 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition issued the following news release:
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Farmers Advance Sustainable Agriculture Priorities During NSAC Lobby Day
Today, nearly 40 farmers, ranchers, and agriculture stakeholders participated in a National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) Lobby Day. Farmers from 12 states - California, Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, and
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Husch Blackwell Lawyers, Practice Recognized in Chambers High Net Worth 2026
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, July 23 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Husch Blackwell Lawyers, Practice Recognized in Chambers High Net Worth 2026
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Chambers and Partners recognized Husch Blackwell in Missouri Private Wealth Law as well as four attorneys individually in the 2026 Chambers High Net Worth guide. The honor follows the firm earning 147 attorney rankings and 59 department rankings in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA, which
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Jabari is Back, the Home Run Chase is On: Ten Things to Know in the American Association of Professional Baseball This Week
DURHAM, North Carolina, July 24 -- The American Association of Independent Professional Baseball issued the following news release:
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Jabari is Back, the Home Run Chase is On: Ten Things to Know in the American Association of Professional Baseball This Week
Henry Raps Two Home Runs, Sermo Counters with Five, Highlighting Week for the MLB Partner League
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MOORHEAD, Minn. - Welcome back, Jabari Henry. The league's all-time home run champ returned after missing more than six weeks (preface
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Judge Must Sanction Nexstar Lawyers and Executives for Flagrant Lawbreaking and Contempt of Court
WASHINGTON, July 23 [Category: Sociological] -- The American Economic Liberties Project posted the following news release:
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Judge Must Sanction Nexstar Lawyers and Executives for Flagrant Lawbreaking and Contempt of Court
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Washington, D.C. -After court filings revealed that Nexstar Media Group stacked the board of TEGNA Inc. exclusively with its own current and former executives -despite a federal injunction ordering the two broadcast rivals to remain separate while their illegal $6.2
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Kansas Wesleyan University: Comley '22 Joins Music Department for Upcoming Year
SALINA, Kansas, July 24 -- Kansas Wesleyan University issued the following news release:
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Comley '22 Joins Music Department for Upcoming Year
Katie Comley '22 is familiar with the Kansas Wesleyan Music Department. She spent four years with the Philharmonic Choir and the Wesleyan Chorale, often as a soloist.
She'll be the one holding the baton starting in August as the assistant professor of vocal music for this year.
Comley earned her Master of Music degree in Opera Performance from Wi
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Large national study finds differences in multiple sclerosis death rates by age, race and geography
LOS ANGELES, California, July 22 -- The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine posted the following news release:
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Large national study finds differences in multiple sclerosis death rates by age, race and geography
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An analysis of more than 42,000 U.S. deaths linked to multiple sclerosis (MS) found that death rates varied by age, geography, and race and ethnicity, with Black patients dying younger than white patients and high blood pressure emerging as a growing cont
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Military Service Records, Awards & Unit Histories - A Guide to Locating Sources Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RS21282) on July 16, 2026, entitled "Military Service Records, Awards and Unit Histories: A Guide to Locating Sources" by research librarian Travis A. Ferrell.
Here are excerpts:
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Summary
This guide provides information on locating military unit histories and individual service records of discharged, retired, and deceased military personnel. It also provides information on locating and r
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NAIA and PrestoSports Renew Multi-Year Partnership, Expand Digital and Statistical Services Through 2029
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, July 24 -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics posted the following news release:
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NAIA and PrestoSports Renew Multi-Year Partnership, Expand Digital and Statistical Services Through 2029
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced the renewal of its partnership with PrestoSports, extending a long-standing relationship through June 30, 2029. Under the new agreement, PrestoSports continues as the Official Web & Stats Solu
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Nine Husch Blackwell Attorneys Named to Wisconsin Legal 250 list by the Wisconsin Law Journal for 2026
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, July 23 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Nine Husch Blackwell Attorneys Named to Wisconsin Legal 250 list by the Wisconsin Law Journal for 2026
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National law firm Husch Blackwell is pleased to announce that the Wisconsin Law Journal has named nine Husch Blackwell attorneys to the 2026 Wisconsin Legal 250 list. The honorees include:
* Jon Anderson - Employment Law
* Brad Dallett - Real Estate & Cons
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NSP Chair Amy France statement on proposed CME sorghum futures contract
LUBBOCK, Texas, July 22 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Sorghum Producers issued the following news release:
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NSP Chair Amy France statement on proposed CME sorghum futures contract
In response to CME Group's announcement of a proposed sorghum futures contract, National Sorghum Producers Chair Amy France, a Kansas farmer, issued the following statement:
"Today's announcement of a sorghum futures contract should be an exciting development for our industry. However, our responsib
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PASSED: Committee Approves Sen. Moran's Legislation to Streamline FAA Type Certification Process for AAM Aircraft
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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PASSED: Committee Approves Sen. Moran's Legislation to Streamline FAA Type Certification Process for AAM Aircraft
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) - chairman of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation, Space and Innovation - yesterday applauded the Senate Commerce Committee's passage of the Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act, which he introduced with Sens. Peter We
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Rep. Estes Votes to Pass National Defense Authorization Act, Securing Key Authorization for 184th Wing at McConnell AFB
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Ron Estes, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Estes Votes to Pass National Defense Authorization Act, Securing Key Authorization for 184th Wing at McConnell AFB
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U.S. Representative Ron Estes (KS-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of the House passage of H.R. 8800, the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):
"Providing for a strong national defense and ensuring our service members have the tools t
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Rep. Mann Votes to Support American Troops, Strengthen National Security
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rep. Tracey Mann, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Mann Votes to Support American Troops, Strengthen National Security
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to advance H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (NDAA). The annual bill provides critical resources for U.S. national defense, military readiness, and support for the nation's service members. Rep. Mann released the following sta
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Sen. Moran Leads Hearing on VA Research, Addresses Importance of the Take Care of America's Veterans Act
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, chairman of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, issued the following news on July 23, 2026:
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Sen. Moran Leads Hearing on VA Research, Addresses Importance of the Take Care of America's Veterans Act
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) - chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs - yesterday led a committee hearing to examine the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) research program and evaluate how VA is prepared to sustain, s
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Senate Veterans' Affairs Chairman Moran Introduces Legislation to Permanently Authorize and Expand Precision Oncology Program for Veterans With Prostate Cancer
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, chairman of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, issued the following news:
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Chairman Moran Introduces Legislation to Permanently Authorize and Expand Precision Oncology Program for Veterans with Prostate Cancer
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) - chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs - introduced legislation to permanently authorize and expand the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Precision Oncology Program for Cancer
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Senator Marshall: Our Bill Will Bring Down the Cost of Healthcare by $1,000 a Month
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall: Our Bill Will Bring Down the Cost of Healthcare by $1,000 a Month
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Senator Marshall Joins Marc Jacobs on Eagle Media Radio
Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined Marc Jacobs on Eagle Media Radio to discuss his Patients Deserve Price Tags Act and how it will lower the cost of health care for Kansas families, the wins Republicans are making on the cost
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Senator Marshall: The Era of Fraud is Over -- Fraudsters Are Going to Jail
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall: The Era of Fraud is Over -- Fraudsters Are Going to Jail
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Senator Marshall Delivers Remarks in Support of the Protecting American Taxpayers Act
Washington - On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), delivered remarks on the Senate floor calling on his colleagues to end the era of no accountability and fraud by passing the Protecting American Taxpayers Act.
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Sens. Moran, Smith Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Lower Cost of Oral Cancer Treatments
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Sens. Moran, Smith Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Lower Cost of Oral Cancer Treatments
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Tina Smith (D-Minn.) recently introduced the Cancer Drug Parity Act, bipartisan legislation that would help lower the cost of oral cancer drugs for Americans battling cancer by making certain patients can access these treatments at comparable prices to tradi
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USDA Designates Woods County, Oklahoma as a Natural Disaster Areas
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release:
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USDA Designates Woods County, Oklahoma as a Natural Disaster Areas
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Oklahoma
This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery nee
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