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Kansas stretches across the central Great Plains, from the Kansas City metropolitan area in the east to drier agricultural regions in the west. Topeka is the capital, and Wichita has a longstanding aerospace manufacturing role. Farming and cattle production depend on weather, groundwater and transportation networks. Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes shape emergency planning, while declining aquifer levels and services in sparsely populated counties raise long-term challenges.

Elections and Ballot Measures

October 27, 2026, 12:12 PM · 5 mins read

Rising costs challenge Trump’s economic claims as voters face higher prices

Despite President Donald Trump’s assurances of a 'golden age' for the U.S. economy, many voters report struggling with increased costs for essentials such as fuel, groceries, and housing, raising doubts about his campaign promises ahead of the midterm elections.