The telephone conference for the ongoing Cozy Inn lawsuit scheduled for noon on Wednesday, has now been cancelled.

ORIGINAL: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/c31ad321-d2bf-46cb-a1c8-76bb744745e8">In-person conference cancelled, moved to telephone conference for Cozy Inn lawsuit</a>

As seen on&nbsp;PACER reports from the US District Court, District of Kansas, no further actions is listed on "#137" after the notice of the cancelled hearing.

However, Salina Post is awaiting an update from local attorney representing the City of Salina, Aaron Martin (Clark, Mize &amp; Linville, Chartered) on what will take place moving forward.

Salina Post will provide these updates once received.

UPDATE: Cozy Inn phone conference cancelled, awaiting update on what will happen next

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

NAME:&nbsp;Glover, Abraham William

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Probation Violation

NAME:&nbsp;Lingle, Tyler Brandon

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit

NAME:&nbsp;Moreno, Larry Gomez&nbsp;&nbsp;

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Failure to appear

NAME:&nbsp;White, Phillip Ray Ezekiel

Saline County Jail Bookings, November 19

The US National Weather Service (USNWS) has issued Saline County a "Dense Fog" advisory until 11:00 am Wednesday morning.

The USNWS posted on Facebook&nbsp;a screenshot from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), of dense fog along I-70 near mile marker 229, at Lincoln Hill in central KS at 7:46 am (see above).

Please be cautious on the roads and drive safely during this advisory.

Monitor local weather updates frequently in multiple ways by listening to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/nwr/">NOAA Weather Radio</a>, checking local news and emergency notifications. You can also stay informed by following Saline County and the National Weather Service on social media.

For the latest forecast updates, visit the National Weather Service Wichita office at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/ict/">https://www.weather.gov/ict/</a>. To check forecasts frequently, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">weather.gov</a>.

Saline County under "Dense Fog" advisory Wednesday morning

The Kansas Impact Coalition (KIC) is inviting the community to a "Community&nbsp;Swap Meet Fundraiser," meant to bring&nbsp;neighbors together, support local families and kick off an evening of downtown festivities.

This event will occur on&nbsp;Saturday, November 22, from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm at&nbsp;The Temple (336 S. Santa Fe).

KIC has provided details on how to participate:

- Donate $2 at the door or bring a canned good.

Once inside, attendees can explore a lively mix of selling, trading and bartering. Community members will be offering a variety of items, talents, skills, and collections making every table a little different and full of surprises.

Guests are welcome to enjoy nachos, a 50/50 raffle and good company as KIC will be building momentum for the downtown parade at 6:00 pm.&nbsp;

All proceeds support KIC'S work in community outreach, advocacy and year-round support services.

For more information, vendor questions or to get involved, please contact Kansas Impact Coalition at&nbsp;785-342-2638 kansasimpactcoalition@gmail.com

For their website, visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasimpactcoalition.com/">https://www.kansasimpactcoalition.com/</a>

Kansas Impact Coalition inviting community for "Swap Meet Fundraiser" at The Temple

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Kansas Wesleyan’s Music Department will launch its “Holiday Magic” concert series Wednesday night with a special percussion ensemble event, beginning at 7 p.m. The performance will begin a six-event stretch during the next two-plus weeks, culminating in Dec. 7’s “Christmas by Candlelight.”

“We’re excited about changing our holiday performance schedule,” said Michelle Dolan, executive director of Music. “A series like this provides community members and supporters a chance to see all of our ensembles in a short span of time, helping to showcase all that’s great about KWU Music. We hope to see large crowds at all the events!”

Following Wednesday night’s percussion concert, Dr. Caitlin Jones will come to campus for a guest artist percussion event Nov. 21. All are welcome to the 7 p.m. performance. Daniel Albertson, KWU’s percussion instructor, will offer a recital Dec. 1 to continue the series, and the orchestra, wind ensemble and jazz band will team up the following night for a concert event. A vocal student recital is set for Dec. 4, as well.&nbsp;

“Holiday Magic” wraps up Dec. 7 with “Light Born of Light,” this year’s “Christmas by Candlelight” event. The performance is at 6 p.m., a change from previous years, but no tickets are required.&nbsp;

All concerts except the Dec. 4 recital will be held in Sams Chapel. Dec. 4’s event will take place at University United Methodist Church.

For more information on Kansas Wesleyan University, visit&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.kwu.edu/news">www.kwu.edu/news</a>.&nbsp;

KWU Music Dept. ready to launch beloved holiday concert series 

Christ Cathedral announces the return of its unique annual Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans worship service and Feast of St. Andrew, set for Saturday, November 29 at 6:00 pm at the Cathedral (138 S. Eighth Street in downtown Salina).

The Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans spotlights the Scottish tradition of having family and clan tartans blessed during the holiday season. The Saturday-evening service and potluck are open to the public.

“All are welcome to “put on their Scottish” for the Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans,” said Rev. Shay Craig, Dean of Christ Cathedral. “The holiday-season Kirkin’ service of blessing and potluck meal offer our community a taste of Scottish music, traditions and food in a beautiful historic setting.”

At 6 p.m. that Saturday night, attendees will be led into the Cathedral by area bagpipers for a service including Holy Eucharist (communion), festive music and ancient prayers. The tartan kilt, sash, scarf, or fabric swatch of any families in attendance will be blessed as their clan (family) names are “called” out loud in turn, whether or not they are of Scottish ancestry.

Immediately following the worship service is a potluck Ceilidh (‘KAY-lee’) supper, a Scottish Shortbread Dessert Buffet and fo r those age 21 and over, a Scotch Whisky tasting in the library. The evening ends as those in attendance select the Parish Chieftain to wear a special sash at the next year’s Kirkin’.

Today’s modern-day Kirkin’ traditions link back to mid-16th-century Scotland. After the English defeated Bonnie Prince Charlie's forces in the Battle of Culloden in 1746, the wearing of tartans and playing of bagpipes were forbidden. The display or wearing of a family tartan was punishable by death. Scots continued to wear a hidden piece of tartan to church, and their minister secretly would slip in a blessing, or kirking, of the tartans into the worship service.

Celebration of Scottish roots is appropriate for Salina, as three of its four founding families were Scottish. Historically, American Episcopalians owe a debt to the Scottish Episcopal Church. The Church of England would not consecrate the first American bishop elected post-Revolution, unless he swore allegiance to the Crown. When he wouldn’t, Scottish bishops agreeds to consecrate Samuel Seabury in Aberdeen on Nov 14, 1784, asking in return that he incorporate the Scottish Rite for the Eucharist into the American prayer book. Features of this Rite are still in use today.

The first recognized Kirking service in America was held in Washington, D.C. in 1941. The tradition has since grown in popularity. Beyond spotlighting Episcopalian heritage and Scottish culture, Christ Cathedral’s Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans and Feast of St. Andrew potluck encourage participants to reflect on their own family and ethnic heritage.

Those wishing to stay for the potluck Ceilidh (‘KAY-lee’) or reserve a “Whisky In the Library” free ticket should RSVP to the church by Friday, November 21 at 785-827-4440 or to ChristCathedral@ChristCathedralSalina.org. 

Those joining in the potluck meal are welcome but not required to bring a holiday side dish or a dozen shortbread cookies. 

Recipe ideas are available at: <a href="https://www.deliciousmagazine.co.uk/collections/scottish-recipes/">https://www.deliciousmagazine.co.uk/collections/scottish-recipes/</a> or : <a href="https://www.foodtimeline.org/">https://www.foodtimeline.org/</a>

For more information on the festive, annual Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans or other Cathedral holiday happenings, visit <a href="https://www.christcathedralsalina.org/">ChristCathedralSalina.org</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/christcathedralsalina">https://www.facebook.com/christcathedralsalina</a>.

Celebrate "Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans" at Christ Cathedral on Thanksgiving weekend

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The groundbreaking for <a href="https://www.presbyterianmanors.org/communities/salina-presbyterian-manor/">Salina Presbyterian Manor's</a>&nbsp;$10 million expansion project has officially begun, and the community gathered together to celebrate the start of what will "Preserve Legacies and Enrich Lives."

On Tuesday, the celebration took place at the main campus of the Manor. A great crowd gathered to witness of what will start the $10 million project.

According to Director of Giving, Jenni Jones, the Manor has exceeded its $10 million goal, thanks to generous donors, grants, and employees, residents and volunteers who have all pitched in.

Executive Director, Melissa Brumbaugh joined the Manor in 2023 and was immediately given the leadership role to help fund the project. She thanked all the residents by saying "without them, we would not be here. They are our why behind this project and everything we do."

The Manor has received support from the Kansas Department of Commerce (KDOC) through their community service program tax-credits. According to the KDOC, the tax-credits are meant to unlock philanthropic giving and help major fundraising campaigns.

Dennis Oakes who is a lifelong resident with his wife Martha, stated "they have made the right decision" as far as fully committing to living at the Manor.

"The Manor has done a great job of creating a community environment, where residents can interact and share their experiences," said Oakes. "The staff here has given us the lifestyle we were hoping for and are grateful for the peace of mind that their assistance and dedication provide."

Current residents also gave their comments on the expansion and how their experience is, living at the Manor:

"It's the place to be, because they have everything you need."

"We would not want to be anywhere else and this expansion is very exciting."

"The staff here is wonderful and all of our needs are being met."

Volunteer, Jerri Phillips has worked with the Manor for 15-20 years and is on the waiting list of being a resident. She stated she is most looking forward to becoming a resident and enjoys her volunteer work at the Manor.

This project started with phase one in 2022, as 29 new villas were established, custom-built for vibrant and independent older adults.

Phase two is the "Preserving Legacies, Enriching Lives" fundraising campaign. 

- New rehab center for staff and therapists to work with residents on-site

The Manor is Salina's only nonprofit retirement community living center. It provides the fill continuum of care for aging adults, offering variety, choice and the freedom to enjoy life on one's own terms. The Manor has a strong reputation for its quality services.

View the full event by clicking below:

🎥 Salina Presbyterian Manor celebrates groundbreaking of $10 million expansion project

SALINE COUNTY - The US <a href="https://www.epa.gov/">Environmental Protection Agency</a> (EPA), has announced that Saline County has been redesignated to a healthy air quality status.

According to a <a href="https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-approves-salina-kansas-air-quality-redesignation#:~:text=LENEXA%2C%20KAN.,Air%20Quality%20Standard%20(NAAQS).">press release</a> from the EPA on Tuesday, Saline County was redesignated from the nonattainment status to attainment for the <a href="https://www.epa.gov/lead-air-pollution/national-ambient-air-quality-standards-naaqs-lead-pb#:~:text=Compliance-,Rule%20Summary,(pdf)%20(712%20KB)">2008 Lead (Pb) National Ambient Air Quality Standard </a>(NAAQS).&nbsp;

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) worked collaboratively with stakeholders to develop strategies, to reduce Pb&nbsp;emissions at an industrial facility and bring Saline County into attainment with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.epa.gov/lead-air-pollution/2008-lead-pb-national-ambient-air-quality-standards-naaqs-implementation-0">2008 Lead (Pb) standard</a>.&nbsp;

“This achievement represents years of hard work and dedication by KDHE, including collaborating with a local business, to improve air quality in Salina,”&nbsp;said EPA Region 7 Administrator Jim Macy. “We commend KDHE’s efforts to meet their goals to deliver clean air for the community of Salina.”

“We’re proud to share that Saline County is in attainment with the air quality standard for lead,”&nbsp;said KDHE Deputy Secretary of Environment Kate Gleeson. “This important milestone means that the entire State of Kansas now meets all national air quality standards and reflects the dedication and hard work of our staff.”

EPA states in order for an area to be redesignated back to attainment status, the Clean Air Act (CAA) requires EPA to determine the State has met all applicable requirements for the NAAQS. 

EPA’s final rule details how Saline County meets the CAA requirements for redesignation, including a maintenance plan ensuring continued compliance through 2035.&nbsp;

EPA redesignates Saline County to healthy air quality status

Three organizations recently delivered "treat bags" to local law enforcement, fire departments, and EMS workers as a way to say "Thank You" for service to the community.

In years past, these groups have held breakfasts or lunches and invited First Responders to their building.&nbsp; However, because of different work schedules, members of the groups felt that not all First Responders could take part, so this year they took the tributes to&nbsp;the First Responders' workplaces.

The "treat bags" contained cookies and candy as well as a special thank-you card. 

The cards read, "Thank you for the countless hours you spend protecting lives and property, often putting yourselves in harm's way to keep others safe.&nbsp; Your courage, professionalism, and compassion truly embody the spirit of service that strengthens Salina."

The organizations that prepared and delivered the bags were Masonic Lodge #60, Odd Fellows #28 and Scottish Rite Valley of Salina.&nbsp; The Sam's Club in Salina also contributed to the event.

Three organizations support local law enforcement and first responders with treat bags

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JOHNSON COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a shooting that sent a man to the hospital in Johnson County.

Just after 11p.m. Monday, the Shawnee Police Department, Shawnee Fire Department, and Johnson County MED-ACT responded to a report of a shooting in a parking lot in the 10300 block of Shawnee Mission Parkway.

One adult man, who had been shot once, was taken to the hospital in stable condition. 

The suspect left the scene in a dark-colored truck. It is unclear whether the victim and the suspect knew each other prior to the altercation in the parking lot. 

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.Anyone with information is asked to call 913-631-2150.

Police: Suspect in Kan. shooting  was driving a dark-colored truck

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A child is recovering from injuries after an accident in&nbsp; Wichita.

On Tuesday morning, police responded to the report of a child being struck by a vehicle on private property, according to Wichita Police Department Captain Aaron Moses.

EMS transported the 4-year-old boy to an area hospital with critical injuries.&nbsp;

Investigators responded and it appears this was an accident caused by the child running out from behind a shed in an alley in the 900 Block of S. Mission where the 23-year-old driver of the SUV could not see him.&nbsp; Police released no additional details.

4-year-old Kansas boy recovering after struck by SUV

BY&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/mchilson/">MORGAN CHILSON</a> <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/">Kansas Reflector</a>

TOPEKA — The federal government shutdown threatened food program benefits for 180,000 Kansans, and near daily guidance from courts left state leaders unsure about November payments.&nbsp;&nbsp;

On Nov. 7, the state of Kansas paid out November benefits in full to all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients, after days of back-and-forth filings in lawsuits that&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2025/11/03/kansas-food-assistance-recipients-set-to-receive-partial-payment-but-no-one-knows-when/">first indicated 50% of November benefits&nbsp;</a>should be paid and then a miscalculation increases that amount&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/briefs/usdas-food-assistance-miscalculation-means-more-money-to-kansas-recipients/">to 66% of benefits</a>.&nbsp;

Based on a court order and guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Kansas made the full November SNAP payments “with the expectation the USDA would fully fund SNAP with federal funding,” said Erin La Row, spokeswoman for the Kansas Department for Children and Families in an email.&nbsp;

But on Nov. 8, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/benefit-issuance-nov8" target="_blank">USDA issued guidance</a>&nbsp;that states were to pay partial benefits and said, “To the extent states sent full SNAP payment files for November 2025, this was unauthorized. Accordingly, states must immediately undo any steps taken to issue full SNAP benefits for November 2025. Please advise the appropriate FNS regional office representative of steps taken to correct any actions taken that do not comply with this memorandum.”

Kansas was one of at least four states that paid out benefits Nov. 7, including New York, Wisconsin and Oregon.&nbsp;

The memo said that if states didn’t comply, the USDA could possibly take action, including cancelling the federal share of state administrative costs and&nbsp;holding states liable for any overissuances from the noncompliance.

However, La Row said Tuesday that Kansas doesnt expect any problems after paying out benefits on Nov. 7, the day before the USDA ordered states to “undo” paying the benefits.&nbsp;

She referred to a USDA memo on Nov. 13 that ordered states to transmit full November payments after the government shutdown ended.&nbsp;

“FNS (Food and Nutrition Services) shall not pursue any additional penalties against State agencies, pursuant to 7 CFR 271.7(h), due to extraordinary circumstances,” the memo said.

Even before SNAP payments were delayed,&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2025/10/29/hope-for-the-best-government-shutdown-strains-kansas-food-resources-local-businesses/">Kansas food pantries</a>&nbsp;were stretched to meet the needs of families as costs rose and the governtment shutdown took its toll. Communities across the state stepped up to provide resources, including four Kansas health philanthropies.

The United Methodist Health Ministry Fund, Kansas Health Foundation, Sunflower Foundation and REACH Healthcare Foundation contributed more than $381,000 to support food banks and community pantries, the groups said in a news release. The money will be distributed before year’s end.

“Kansans are struggling to put food on their tables right now, and it’s important we help where we can in the short term,” said David Jordan, Health Fund president and CEO.&nbsp;

SNAP funding is still under the gun with changes to the program included in the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/obbb-implementation#:~:text=This%20provision%20also%20changes%20how,towards%20the%20excess%20shelter%20deduction." target="_blank">In a September memo</a>, the USDA outlined upcoming SNAP changes, including tying state administrative cost reimbursement&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2025/08/26/kansas-official-defends-refusal-to-turn-over-private-food-program-data-in-face-of-political-attacks/">to the state’s error rate</a>&nbsp;and changing work requirements for some adults.&nbsp;

Kansas doesn’t expect penalties over November payout of food program benefits

KANSAS CITY—Law enforcement are investigating another homicide in Kansas City, Missouri.

Just after 8:30p.m. Tuesday, police officers were dispatched to a shooting at a convenience store in the 7000 Block of Prospect, according to KCPD Captain Jake Becchina.

Officers were led inside the store where they located a shooting victim, unresponsive on the ground. Officers rendered aid and called for EMS to come to the scene. EMS pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.

&nbsp;Preliminary information indicates that there were numerous people inside the store when the victim and a suspect or suspects had an interaction that escalated, eventually to gunfire, which struck the victim.

There are no suspects identified or in custody at this time.&nbsp; Police did not release the name of the victim.

KCPD: Man killed in shooting inside convenience store

WASHINGTON —Both the House and Senate acted decisively Tuesday to pass a bill to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the convicted sex offender&nbsp;Jeffrey Epstein.

Kansas members of the House were forced to go on the record on whether to release the files. Kansas U.S. Senators did not face a roll call vote on the bill.

The House voted overwhelmingly 427-1 in favor of the bill Tuesday afternoon. Kansas members of the House of Representatives Ron Estes, Tracey Mann, Sharice Davids and Derek Schmidt voted in favor of the bill. Kansas U.S. Senators did not have to go on the record on whether to release the files.&nbsp; The U.S. Senate agreed by unanimous consent to approve the House-passed bill.

Unanimous consent in the U.S. Senate is a procedure where a measure is passed, or action is taken, as long as no senator objects. This allows for the swift passage of legislation without the need for a formal roll call vote

The only no vote in Congress against releasing the files came from Rep. Clay Higgins, a Louisiana Republican who is a fervent supporter of Trump.&nbsp;

&nbsp;The bill now goes to President Trump’s desk for his signature compelling the Justice Department to release the files.

Moran and Marshall avoid roll call vote on release of Epstein files

SEDGWICK COUNTY—&nbsp;The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash near K-15 Highway and 55th Street South.

Just after 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, a Kansas Department of Transportation worker found a Ford F-250 pickup that had crashed into a bridge just north of the intersection of K-15 Highway and 55th Street South.

The KDOT worker reported an apparent ejection. Deputies, Sedgwick County EMS, and Sedgwick County Fire District 1 responded. The driver and pickup’s sole occupant, a 39-year-old Wichita man, was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to the preliminary investigation by the Major Crash Team, the pickup was traveling south in the 5400 block of South K-15 when, for an unknown reason, it left the roadway and struck the bridge railing. The impact caused the driver to be ejected from the vehicle.

An autopsy and toxicology testing will help determine whether impairment was a factor in the crash.

Kansas man killed after pickup crash into bridge

President Trump and first lady Melania Trump greeted Prince Mohammed on a red carpet and under a white tent ahead of a special dinner at the White House Tuesday.&nbsp;A military band was playing as they walked inside to the East Room.

List of people attending the official dinner of the Saudi Crown Prince at the White House : 

The President of the United States and Mrs. Melania Trump

His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

His Highness Prince Badr Bin Abdullah M. N. S. Alfarhan Al Saud

His Highness Prince Faisal Bin Farhan Al Saud

His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Her Royal Highness Princess Reema Bandar Al Saud

His Excellency Mosaad bin Mohammad Alaiban

His Excellency Salman Bin Yousef Al-Dossary

His Excellency Khalid Bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih

His Excellency Mohammed Abdullah A Aljadaan

His Excellency Majid Abdullah O. Alkasabi

His Excellency Yasir Othman H. AlRumayyan

Her Highness Princess Haifa Mohammed Al-Saud

His Excellency Mohammad Bin Abdulmalik Bin Abdullah Al Al-Sheikh

His Excellency Abdullah Bin Amer Al-Swaha

His Excellency Mohammad Bin Mazyad Al-Tuwaijri

Mr. Cristiano Amon and Mrs. Adriana Gamba Amon

The Honorable Scott Bessent, Secretary of the Treasury

The Honorable Pam Bondi, Attorney General and Mr. John Wakefield

Mr. Stefan Brodie and Mrs. Elizabeth Brodie

The Honorable Doug Burgum, Secretary of the Interior

Mr. William Clay Ford Jr. and Mrs. Lisa Ford

The Honorable Jamieson Greer, United States Trade Representative and Mrs. Marlo Greer

The Honorable Pete Hegseth, Secretary of War and Mrs. Jennifer Hegseth

The Honorable Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives and Mrs. Kelly Johnson

The Honorable Christopher Landau, Deputy Secretary of State 

The Honorable Howard Lutnick, Secretary of Commerce and Mrs. Allison Lutnick

The Honorable Brian Mast, United States Representative from Florida

The Honorable Dave McCormick, United States Senator from Pennsylvania and Ms. Dina Powell

Mr. Kelly Ortberg and Mrs. Valerie Ortberg

The Honorable James Risch, United States Senator from Idaho and Mrs. Vicki Risch

The Honorable John F.W. Rogers and Ms. Deborah Lehr

The Honorable Brooke Rollins, Secretary of Agriculture and Mr. Mark Rollins

Mr. Cristiano Ronaldo and Ms. Georgina Rodríguez

The Honorable Marco Rubio, Secretary of State and Mrs. Jeanette Rubio

Mr. Stephen Schwarzman and Mrs. Christine Schwarzman

Mr. Jeffrey Sprecher and the Honorable Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the Small Business Administration

🎥Highlights of White House dinner for Saudi Crown Prince

WASHINGTON (AP) —China is buying more U.S. Soybeans. The additional haul of 792,000 metric tons this week pushes Beijing’s total purchase to about 1 million metric tons following a leaders’ summit in late October. The purchase figures were released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Trump said Tuesday that China was “pretty much on schedule” in buying U.S. farm products but also told Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to call Beijing and “speed it up.”

The purchases since late October have broken China’s boycott of U.S. soybeans, which were hurting farmers. But they’re still a far cry from the 12 million metric tons of beans that Agricultural Secretary Brooke Rollins says Chinahas agreed to buy this harvest season.

Beijing has never confirmed a purchase deal with detailed quantities.

Good news for farmers: China buys more US soybeans

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 31-year-old&nbsp; &nbsp;a criminal illegal alien from Uzbekistan wanted in his origin country for belonging to a&nbsp;terrorist&nbsp;organization, according to a statement from the agency.

Uzbekistan authorities issued an arrest warrant for Bozorov in 2022 for being a member of a terrorist organization. He is accused of distributing terrorist propaganda calling for jihad online and recruiting terrorists to join the jihad movement.

ICE arrested him in Kansas on November 9, while he was working as a commercial truck driver. Governor Josh Shapiro’s Pennsylvania issued him a commercial driver's license (CDL). The Biden administration granted him work authorization in January 2024.

“Not only was Akhror Bozorov—a wanted&nbsp;terrorist—RELEASED into the country by the Biden administration, but he was he was also given a commercial driver’s license by Governor Shapiro’s Pennsylvania. This should go without saying, but terrorist illegal aliens should not be operating 18-wheelers on America’s highways,”&nbsp;said&nbsp;Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin.&nbsp;“Biden and Mayorkas allowed countless terrorists to come into our country. President Trump and Secretary Noem unleashed ICE to target these national security threats.”

Bozorov illegally entered the United States in February 2023. He was then arrested by U.S. Border Patrol and released into American communities by the Biden administration.

ICE arrests truck driver in Kansas, wanted on international terrorism warrant

KANSAS CITY —One person died in an accident just after 5a.m. Tuesday at Kansas City International Airport.

A Honda Fit was traveling the wrong way on International Circle, just south of 1 KC Boulevard, according to KCPD Captain Jake Becchina. The car&nbsp; collided head-on with a Subaru. 

The driver of the Honda was pronounced dead from the medical staff at a local hospital. The driver and passenger of the Subaru were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

 This is Fatality #59 vs #82 last year in Kansas City, Missouri, according to Becchina.

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