Blogs home Staff blogs
Statehouse Briefing
LJWorld.com's roundup of online news about Kansas government
LJWorld.com's roundup blog of online news about Kansas government.
January 5, 2009
Brownback off and running for governor
Senator files paperwork to start the campaign
18 commentsJanuary 5, 2009
Sebelius discounts Commerce whispers
Governor says she stands by decision to stay in Kansas; not interested in new opening
1 commentDecember 17, 2008
Top five Statehouse stories of 2008
Politics, economy and environment top the Statehouse agenda
December 16, 2008
Grant to serve as Davis' chief of staff
New House Minority Leader Paul Davis, D-Lawrence, hires school board president
December 15, 2008
Businesses oppose tax hike; McCain's win in Kansas official
Kansas members of the National Federation of Independent Business reject the notion of a tax increase to help the budget shortfall, and in meeting of Kansas electors, McCain wins as expected.
1 commentDecember 12, 2008
Kansas delegation split on auto industry bailout
Sebelius urges delegation to help out automakers
3 commentsDecember 10, 2008
Shakeup in House committee chairs
Led by House Speaker-elect Mike O'Neal, Republicans announce reorganization
December 10, 2008
Chancellor Sebelius?
Republicans speculate that Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, a Democrat, may be interested in becoming chancellor at Kansas University.
9 commentsNovember 21, 2008
Is a cigarette tax increase gaining traction?
Staring at potentially large budget cuts, opposition to raising revenue may be melting
3 commentsNovember 20, 2008
Scrubbing the state budget
Lawmakers order review of spending to try to cope with ballooning deficit.
2 commentsNovember 19, 2008
Legislative committee still undecided on whether illegal immigrants cost more — or contribute more — to taxpayers
A review of studies on illegal immigration by the Kansas Legislature’s staff has concluded that the jury is still out on whether illegal immigration is a gain or loss to taxpayers.
3 commentsNovember 18, 2008
Governor to announce choice for state treasurer at 11
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius this morning will announce her appointment to the state treasurer's job.
4 commentsNovember 10, 2008
Jenkins' husband seeks divorce
U.S. Rep.-elect involved in divorce proceeding
36 commentsNovember 6, 2008
Wagle considering state Senate president run
A legislator who made national headlines criticizing a KU course seeks top job in state Senate.
2 commentsNovember 5, 2008
Sebelius to face questions
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, a Democrat, will be asked about her future, state budget problems and inability of Kansas Democrats to make gains
October 28, 2008
Jenkins had missed meetings on her calendar
State Treasurer Lynn Jenkins had noted KPERS meetings in her calendar but didn't attend f
3 commentsOctober 27, 2008
Change could happen in Kansas, too
Playing the what-if game in Kansas politics
2 commentsOctober 21, 2008
RNCC chair campaigning for Jenkins, Jordan
Cole visits northeast Kansas to boost GOP candidacies
October 17, 2008
Polling data in on Kansas races; McCain comes to KC Monday
Boyda's up, Missouri getting hot
October 14, 2008
Report says Sebelius really was a finalist for VP gig
An article in the New Yorker< on Democratic vice presidential candidate Joe Biden reports that presidential hopeful Barack Obama considered selecting Gov. Kathleen Sebelius as his running mate.
3 commentsTop ads RSS
- Accounting Director Bachelor's degree & 5 years experience in accounting ...
- LAWRENCE.COM ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE The World Company, a fast-paced, multi-media organization ...
- OFFICE ASSOCIATE Financial advisory firm has opening for an office ...
- Midwest Property Mgmt. Is now hiring for an enthusiastic part-time ...
- Server, Dietary Aide Dishwasher Cook Tired of late nights? Must ...
Marketplace
Arts & Entertainment · Bars · Theatres · Restaurants · Coffeehouses · Libraries · Antiques · Services
- On the street: Would a $20-a-month incentive encourage you to ride your bike to work? January 6, 2009 · 4 comments
- Protesters decry Gaza Strip bombing January 4, 2009 · 150 comments
- Poll: Would you consider taking Amtrak on a trip for business or pleasure in the next year? January 3, 2009 · 34 comments
- Gun rules tightened after court ruling December 17, 2008 · 465 comments
- Obama’s silence galling to Arabs January 4, 2009 · 107 comments
- Natural buffer December 29, 2008 · 262 comments
- Queens Road neighbors might be in for costly surprise January 5, 2009 · 15 comments
- Poll: Should the Kansas turnpike charge higher tolls when drivers exceed the 70 mph speed limit? January 6, 2009 · 1 comment
- Brownback kicks off fundraising for his Kansas gubernatorial campaign January 5, 2009 · 39 comments
- Disgraceful January 5, 2009 · 33 comments
- Jayhawks hope for another award: best mascot January 4, 2009
- Ramen renaissance: Instant noodles surging in popularity July 2, 2008
- KU aide accused of making illicit drug has first court appearance September 8, 2008
- City mulls expanding inspection of rentals January 4, 2009
- Try swapping some books January 5, 2009
- Former lawmaker leaves legacy of service January 5, 2009
- KU chemistry aide answers drug charge September 9, 2008
- Bill ties turnpike tolls to speed January 6, 2009
- Americans are more than just consumers January 6, 2009
- Neighbors, developer butting heads over duplex rezoning request January 5, 2009