In his first interview since being accused of voting illegally by Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach, Coldwater mayor Joe Ceballos, a self-described loyal Republican voter, contends he thought he could vote as a legal permanent resident.

The top election officials in Kansas and Missouri have agreed to share voter registration details with each other, a piecemeal approach designed to protect elections that’s raised eyebrows from voting rights advocates.

The curated articles focus on recent local elections across Kansas City that reshaped policies impacting business development. These elections recalibrate zoning and infrastructure priorities, which drive firm formation and expansion. Candidates faced off in various races, addressing issues like tax policies, housing, and infrastructure.

Voting rights advocates have raised concerns about the security of personal information and potential database errors.

Community groups, school leaders, and people running for office step up as essential services are disrupted. They work to meet basic needs, keep students learning, and maintain trust during a time of instability. Each front addresses a different urgent gap in the Kansas City area.

Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab was in Hays Thursday to discuss the 2026 election cycle. Schwab stopped by the Eagle Media Center for an interview with Hays Post. He highlighted the removal of the state's three-day grace period for mailed ballots and voter rolls.