environment

Ever since the pioneers first arrived in western Kansas, settlers have been trying to kill off the prairie dog. The animals were seen as a nuisance and carrier of disease. A few people saw things differently. Larry Haverfield was one of them. A new children's book tells the story of this western Kansas rancher.

Here's a summary of today's Kansas news headlines from the Associated Press, as compiled by the KPR News Team.

The proposed pipeline has been a source of controversy nationwide, particularly in parts of the Midwest.

Here's a summary of the day's Kansas news headlines from the Associated Press as compiled by the KPR news staff.

The top news stories of the day from the Associated Press, as compiled by the KPR News staff. Don't forget to make your pledge of support for KPR and its news coverage by calling 1-888-577-5268, or navigating over to the "support" area of the KPR website. (And thank you!)

Some Kansas lawmakers oppose the regulations, but they may have limited options for fighting them.

Here's a summary of the day's Kansas news headlines from the Associated Press as compiled by the KPR news staff.

Here's a summary of the day's Kansas news headlines from the Associated Press as compiled by the KPR news staff.

U.S. Representative Mike Pompeo, from the Kansas 4th Congressional District, sponsored the bill.

Westar is proposing increased rates for all customers and additional fees for customers who have solar panels.