The U.S. birthrate has been falling steadily since 2007, when it peaked before the Great Recession. It is now down more than 25% — a historic decline that, if it continues much further, could create ...

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas on Thursday urged supporters to look at experience in a heated U.S. Senate primary ...

Emanuel Cleaver files for re-election as Missouri’s new congressional map faces court challenges and GOP challengers line up.

Filing opens for Missouri’s 2026 elections. Here’s where Black lawmakers stand in the Senate and Kansas City metro House races.

Kansas regulators warn IV hydration spas must follow medical laws, citing rapid growth and federal FDA safety concerns.

Margaret Shabazz outlines her opposition to Wichita’s proposed 1% sales tax, citing concerns about trust, timing and ...

New leadership at the Boys & Girls Club Opportunity Drive unit works to rebuild community ties and increase youth participation.

Go behind the scenes of “Porgy and Bess” at a March 2 Meet the Artists talk at the Black Archives of Mid-America.

Health and environmental groups sue EPA over repeal of 2009 climate endangerment finding that underpins U.S. emissions rules.

Estrogen patch shortages grow as menopause hormone therapy demand rises. Here’s what it costs and what insurance covers.