Is U.S. policy legitimizing Hamas? That’s the question to ask nearly three months after the October cease-fire, as the terrorists show no sign of disarming. Instead Hamas negotiates with White House envoys and regional powers…

The business of shipping goods around the world has suffered shock after shock since 2000, culminating in the effective closure of the Red Sea and Suez Canal two years ago.  Don’t say it too loud,…

Coaches throughout Kansas recognized football players across the Allen County area as part of the 2025 Kansas High School Activities Association all-state honorees. Although Marmaton Valley senior quarterback Tyler Lord may be remembered for what…

Every year around this time, the noise starts to drop. The pace eases a bit. Families gather, neighbors reconnect, and people who disagree on just about everything still manage to pass plates across the same…

After an unrelenting spate of wet weather through the early months of 2025, Joe Kennedy was wondering if work would ever really hit high gear to get Lehigh Portland State Park ready for the public.…

TOPEKA — Unbeknownst to pretty much everyone in attendance, and those watching from home, but Monday’s  news that the Kansas City Chiefs will move to the Kansas side of the state line carried a unique…

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is looking into allegations of misconduct against an Allen County Sheriff’s Department employee. Sheriff Anthony Maness announced Tuesday he contacted KBI officials on Dec. 17 about the allegations, which were…

BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — Thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem’s Manger Square on Christmas Eve as families heralded a much-needed boost of holiday spirit. The giant Christmas tree that was absent during the Israel-Hamas war returned…

EDWARDS, Colo. (AP) — Ski resorts are struggling to open runs, walk-through ice palaces can’t be built, and the owner of a horse stable hopes that her customers will be satisfied with riding wagons instead…

BRISTOL, Pa. (AP) — Construction crews worked to clear the rubble of a Pennsylvania nursing home Wednesday, a day after a powerful explosion killed two people, hospitalized 20 others, sent flames shooting out and collapsed part of…