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TOPEKA&nbsp;—Governor Laura Kelly&nbsp;has sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency requesting a major presidential disaster for the Public Assistance Program due to damages caused by severe thunderstorms, straight-line winds, torrential rainfall and flooding during the period of Sept. 8-10, 2025, according to a media release from the Kansas Adjutant General’s Office.

“It is important to have federal support available to these counties to assist in rebuilding their infrastructure,”&nbsp;Governor Kelly&nbsp;said. “Damages sustained will require long-term recovery and these funds will go a long way to help these communities rebuild.”

Counties included in this request are Ellsworth, Lincoln, Ottawa, and Saline.

 Gov. requests a declaration of major presidential disaster for Sept. storm

Salina Police have arrested a man for allegedly possessing <a href="https://www.justice.gov/d9/2023-06/child_sexual_abuse_material_2.pdf">CSAM</a> material on a laptop.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) officers were dispatched to a home in Salina, for the report where a household member had been accessing a laptop that other family members had access to.

Reportedly, members of the home discovered "suspicious material" on the laptop relating to under aged children.

Lt. Andrew Zeigler called the "suspicious material"&nbsp;<a href="https://www.justice.gov/d9/2023-06/child_sexual_abuse_material_2.pdf">CSAM</a>, which is an acronym for&nbsp;Child Sexual Abuse Material.

Officers confirmed the material was CSAM and further made contact with the suspect, who is a male. When officers questioned the suspect, he admitted to being responsible for the crime(s).

All items were seized from SPD, which would be sent for further examination according to Lt. Zeigler.

Arrested was Cody Pacheco (41). Pacheco was booked into the Saline County Jail on the following requested charges:

Sexual Exploitation of a Child, Possession of Media Child (less than 18), Unlawful Visual Depiction of a Child.

The investigation is ongoing as further charges could arise, according to SPD.

Salina Police arrest man for allegedly possessing CSAM material on laptop

The Salina Police Department (SPD) are seeking tips regarding a business burglary.

ORIGINAL: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/a4a25d4b-6eb5-4249-9acc-a756409abc7a">Law enforcement investigating business burglary north of Salina</a>

According to SPD on Saturday, November 1, at about 7:45 pm,&nbsp;a burglary occurred at the Third Fairy business (153 N. Broadway).

The owner of the business had received an alert that the businesses cameras had gone "offline." The owner arrived to the business and discovered a bike and backpack along the west side of the building.&nbsp; 

The owner then entered the business and saw what he described as a&nbsp;"white male, approximately 5’8”, skinny, with possibly longer dark hair."

After the owner confronted, the suspect exited the building and left the area on his bicycle. It did not appear any items were taken. 

The suspect gained entry by damaging the back door of the business.&nbsp;&nbsp;

If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS.

You can also make an online tip at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>.

You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, case 2025-29791.

UPDATE: Law enforcement seeking tips regarding business burglary in north Salina

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;Carroll, Steven Jean Neil

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Probation Violation

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Lawson,Eric Christopher

REQUESTED CHARGES: Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs; Misdemeanor; Duty of driver to report; Unattended veh/prop;unkn; Improper driving on laned roadway

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Unl possess visual depiction of child 12-16 yrs; Sexual exploit of child; poss media of child&lt;18

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Failure to appear

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Failure to appear; Failure to appear; Failure to appear; Failure to appear

Saline County Jail Bookings, November 21

After many years of neglect for the supply of quality drinking water for the residents of Sundowner West Mobile Home Park, there is still hope.&nbsp;

Last year, Sundowner got major publicity after recurring issues such as undrinkable water, inconsistent billing and lack of communication from Sundowner's water easement rights owner, Scott Kolling. 

Nonprofits such as the Salvation Army of Salina, stepped in to alleviate the situation by providing water bottles and food for the residents. 

Resident and spokesperson for the 'frustrated' residents of Sundowner, Misty Livingston-Holmes still has hope and states that she will not 'give up.'

Livingston-Holmes describes that as of 2025, there have still been 'ongoing issues' with how the water is functioning at the trailer park.

"It's okay, then it's not," said&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes. "Sometimes I will turn on my faucet and I will get a whole bunch of black stuff coming out."

Livingston-Holmes stated the water is not as bad as last year's fiasco, yet herself and the residents have still been facing the same recurring issues for the past several years.

Learn the full story: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/fbf51323-7eb3-4f6c-8e69-37dea91cc2e6">Years of neglect causes water crisis at Sundowner Mobile Home and Trailer Park</a>

<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/fbf51323-7eb3-4f6c-8e69-37dea91cc2e6"></a>As Kolling is known to be the "one to blame" for the ongoing water crisis at the trailer park, there seems to be no course of action taking place from himself according to many State officials, county officials, residents of Sundowner and water well service companies.

Kolling took over as the overseer of the water pumps/utility infrastructure a few years back and Livingston-Holmes has stated that ever since Kolling took over the job, 'a lot of the problems began.'

Livingston-Holmes stated that her and the residents have still been facing the ongoing issues of 'inconsistent billing.' 

She commented that Kolling has been 'double-billing' and that whenever a bill is received, confusion arises with the differences of the current and previous balances.&nbsp;

Once the current balance is paid for,&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes states that she does not understand why&nbsp;she has a previous balance that is higher than the current. She commented that she does not pay for it,&nbsp;because she said that 'Kolling does not describe where it comes from.' 

Livingston-Holmes will then send a text to Kolling seeking an explanation on the billing, but said that he 'does not respond' or provide a possible solution.

"There's just random numbers that I don't even know where he is getting them from," said&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes.

Throughout the 'inconsistent billing,'&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes describes that she only uses the water to shower and do laundry.&nbsp;

"Pretty much that is the only way we consume the water that comes out and sadly we are forced to bathe in that kind of water," said Livingston-Holmes. "We don't brush our teeth with that water and showers are very quick."

Not only has the water been non-consumable, but it has also affected&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes' home. 

She stated that her toilet had to be replaced due to the water because it is 'disgusting.'

"The water is that poor, that you have to replace your appliances," said Livingston-Holmes. "We made replacements for our bathroom floor and appliances, as well as have sewer backup maintenance. We also have to resort to getting water from the store."

Although these recurring issues have been happening, actions have been taking place to solve the problem.

A lawsuit was filed against Kolling by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) for a&nbsp;<a href="https://lsd.law/define/certificate-of-convenience-and-necessity">Certificate of Convenience and Necessity&nbsp;</a>,&nbsp;which would allow them to&nbsp;grant the services that is needed by the public and is in the public interest.

The current status of the lawsuit is not known at the moment, but Salina Post will provide updates once known.

Saline&nbsp;County Commissioner, Joe Hay is aware of the current situation, but has stated that ‘his hands are tied.’ Hay commented that he has discussed this issue with several different agencies and government bodies.&nbsp;

According to Hay a mortgage foreclosure notice has been filed against Kolling, after agencies such as <a href="https://rediclean.com/">Redi Clean Water Well Rehab (Little River, KS)</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://waterwiseenterprises.com/">WaterWise Enterprises (Oxford, KS)</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.waltonplumbingandheating.com/">Walton Plumbing and Heating</a> have not 'received any payments' for the well and sewage services conducted at Sundowner.

“I am very upset that the water is not drinkable and that it has not gotten any better," said Hay.

Don Teeters of Redi Clean stated that Sudowner has been issued several 'do not drink orders.' 

Redi Clean, along with Walton Plumbing and Heating conducted water well services at Sundowner for manganese issues and Teeters commented that they never received any form of payment from Kolling.&nbsp;

Teeters stated that the foreclosure was decided to be put on Sundowner (Kolling) and the proceedings have already been taking place.&nbsp;

"Kolling would be out of a job if the foreclosure goes through," said Teeters. "Sundowner has had bad publicity for over 4 years and things may start be getting a little better."

A set court date for the foreclosure is set to occur on December 3, 2025.

Just recently on Sunday, November 16 a <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/c66087d4-bd57-4f64-bbd3-1029c29b1b9b">boil advisory was issued at Sundowner.</a>

The&nbsp;Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) issued the advisory due to a waterline break, which resulted in a loss of pressure in the distribution system.

According to the KDHE, the advisory will remain in effect, until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved.

Salina Post will provide an update once the advisory is rescinded.

Hay stated the residents "seem to be doing okay," despite the advisory.&nbsp;

"We are moving forward, slowly," said Hay. "I really want to get this taken care of."

Salina Post has contacted Scott Kolling for a comment several times, and has not reached back out.

Stay connected with the Salina Post on this story, as we will continue to provide updates.

Promising future for Sundowner Mobile Home Park during its ongoing clean water crisis

The Salina City Commission will hold its regular meeting on&nbsp;Monday November 24, 2025. The meeting will begin at&nbsp;4:00 pm&nbsp;inside&nbsp;Room 107&nbsp;of the&nbsp;City-County Building,&nbsp;300 West Ash Street.

For those who cannot attend the meeting, you can watch the livestream Monday, November 24 on YouTube at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/cityofSalinaKansas">https://www.youtube.com/cityofSalinaKansas</a>.

Public hearings and items scheduled for a certain time&nbsp;

1. Conduct a public hearing on and consider approval of Resolution No. 25-8317, a Resolution of Advisability for issuing Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs) to A &amp; B Tool and Machine.

1. Consider approval of the minutes of the November 10, 2025, regular meeting.

1.&nbsp;Consider Resolution No. 25-8318 adopting the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan

2.&nbsp;Consider approval of Resolution No. 25-8321 adopting a Vision Zero Policy for the City.

3.&nbsp;Consider awarding the contract for Project Number 24030, West Magnolia Road Phase I, to Prairie Landworks, Inc., of McPherson, Kansas in an amount not to exceed $3,971,895.90.

4.&nbsp;Consider approval of Ordinance No. 25-11272 calling for a vote of the electors of the City of Salina, Kansas, on a question submitted pursuant to K.S.A. 12-3013.

1.&nbsp;Consider the acceptance of the offered utility and drainage easement dedications from Nine South Development, LLC to serve the Replat of the Nine South Addition, an eight (8) lot subdivision of an 8.83 acre tract of land located on the east side of S. 9th Street between the Market Place Apartments and Sam’s Club.

2.&nbsp;Consider approval of a License Agreement with Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.

3.&nbsp;Consider acceptance of an offered public drainage easement dedication from Amazon.com Services LLC on Lot 1, Block 1 of the Airport Industrial Center No. 3 Addition to the City of Salina.

4.&nbsp;Consider acceptance of offered public water line easement dedication from Amazon.com Services LLC on Lot 1, Block 1 of the Airport Industrial Center No. 3 Addition to the City of Salina.

Residents are invited to share their comments for 3 minutes with the commission.

1.&nbsp;Request for Executive Session - Legal

1 a. Move the City Commission recess into executive session for __ minutes to discuss with special legal counsel the subject of legal considerations relating to the Cozy Inn vs. City of Salina case based upon the need for consultation with an attorney for the public body which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship pursuant to K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2).

For more information about each item listed, click&nbsp;<a href="https://agendasuite.org/iip/salina/meeting/details/1182">here</a>.

Commissioners to discuss Cozy Inn ruling with legal counsel during executive session in Nov. 24 meeting

Here is the lineup for the Saturday Morning Show with Dave Foor &amp; Nicolas Fierro on&nbsp;910 AM/107.5 FM KINA for&nbsp;November 22:

- Leslie Manning, fundraiser to improve infrastructure of animal barn at Expo Center

- Linda Henderson, Rolling Hills Zoo "Holiday Lights"

- Chad Young, Salina Rescue Mission "Dr. Temple Food Drive"

All episodes are recorded and uploaded on the&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb7web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/index.cfm?CFID=05fb1ecb-7d68-4542-adb3-9b7c11d9b5e5&amp;CFTOKEN=0&amp;stationCallSign=KINA&amp;onDemandAutoStart=true&amp;p92136680=true&amp;relocateURL=true">910 AM and 107.5 FM KINA website</a>, under the 'KINA Saturday Mornings'&nbsp;tab.

Saturday Morning Show lineup with Dave Foor & Nicolas Fierro, November 22

The Salina Family YMCA was honored to welcome lifelong member Pat Bolen and former CEO Phil Guries for a special visit and tour.

At 89 years old, Pat hadn’t been inside the Y in more than six years and was eager to see the many exciting changes made since his last, visit as well as to take a walk down memory lane. Pat has a deep history with the YMCA, remembering when it first moved from its downtown location to its current home. Over the years, he served on the YMCA Board three separate times, was an avid handball player, and always remained dedicated to the Y community.

Phil Guries first became acquainted with Pat when Phil became CEO in 1989, and together they worked to strengthen the YMCA’s mission of being a place for all. Coming from YMCAs in Denver and Fort Worth, Phil recalls one thing that has always made the Salina Family YMCA stand out — its sense of community.

“The Salina Y has always had something special,” Phil shared. “From working with local businesses to the friendly, familiar faces you see every day, the community here has always been the heart of this YMCA.”

We’re grateful to Pat and Phil for visiting and sharing their stories. Their dedication and love for the Y remind us of what makes our community so strong — a shared commitment to connection, service, and belonging.

Honoring YMCA legacy: Lifelong member returns for a special tour

<a href="https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Salina&amp;state=KS&amp;site=ICT&amp;lat=38.8158&amp;lon=-97.6178">For a full look at the weather forecast, click here.</a>

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>.

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The Thanksgiving holiday brings family, food and festivities — but it can also bring hidden hazards for pets. As kitchens fill with tempting aromas and guests come and go, Susan Nelson, clinical professor and veterinarian at Kansas State University's&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.ksvhc.org/services/pet-health-center/">Hill's Pet Health and Nutrition Center</a>, is reminding pet owners to keep safety in mind during celebrations.

"Many Thanksgiving foods and decorations can pose serious risks to pets if ingested or mishandled," Nelson said.

Keep bones out of reach and do not intentionally feed bones to your pets. Bones can cause tooth damage, become a choking hazard, or lead to gastrointestinal obstructions or perforations, Nelson said. Ingesting corncobs can also result in fatal gastrointestinal complications.

When preparing food, do not feed any raw meat scraps to your pet, as these can potentially make your pet — as well as people living or interacting with them — sick.

"There are other things you can feed your pet instead of fatty foods," Nelson said. "Gravy, dark meat, ham, butter and meat drippings can lead to gastrointestinal upset and, in some cases, fatal pancreatitis. As an alternative, offer vegetables not cooked in butter, chopped apples, plain pumpkin or sweet potatoes."

Raw dough can cause bloating and alcohol poisoning. Garlic, onion, leeks and chives — often used in dressings and gravies — can destroy red blood cells in pets if ingested.

"There are a number of common foods and beverages that could be toxic to your pet if ingested," Nelson said. "Keep chocolate, grapes, raisins, currants, macadamia nuts, artificial sweeteners like xylitol, and alcoholic and caffeinated beverages out of reach."

If possible, Nelson suggests using baby gates or other barriers to block your pet's access to the kitchen or food preparation areas to prevent them from getting into unsupervised food. Make sure garbage is placed in closed, pet-proof containers and kept out of reach.

Be sure to keep baking twine and foil out of reach and in the garbage as well, as they can also cause GI obstruction, Nelson said, and the lingering scent of food on them makes them a temptation for your pet.

"When decorating your home, be mindful of things that could be harmful to pets," Nelson said. "Consider using battery-operated candles, as burning candles pose a risk of burns to your pet and, if tipped over, could lead to a house fire."

If decorating with floral arrangements, be aware of what flowers are included. Lilies can be deadly to cats and harmful to dogs, depending on the species, Nelson said. Any part of the lily — including pollen — is toxic to cats, she said.

"It's also important to know if guests make your pet nervous," Nelson said. "If they do, put the pet in a closed room away from guests with something to distract them, such as a toy or food puzzle. Be sure to watch the doors as guests arrive and leave so your pet doesn't escape and become lost."

Some pets may need anxiety medication while guests are visiting, so Nelson suggests speaking with your veterinarian for the best recommendations. It's also a good idea to have your pet microchipped and include ID tags on their collar in case they wander off. Make sure your contact information is up to date.

If you suspect your pet has ingested something dangerous, contact your veterinarian immediately or call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661 for guidance.

K-State veterinarian shares Thanksgiving pet safety reminders

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.

Saline County under "Dense Fog" advisory Wednesday morning

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SHAWNEE COUNTY —The Federal Bureau of Investigation is offering a reward for information leading to the identification of subject or subjects involved in a robbery at Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) in Topeka, Kan.

FBI said they are offering a $3,000 reward for subject identification, arrest, and conviction of the individual or individuals involved in the robbery.

Just before 9:30p.m. August 19, the KFC,&nbsp; 3920 SW 21st Street in Topeka was robbed at gunpoint. The investigation indicates that an unknown subject entered the business armed with a handgun and demanded money from the employees. The subject fled the scene on foot and to the north.

The subject is described as an adult male, approximately 6-foot-0 to 6-foot 2, 150 pounds with&nbsp; bright blue/green eyes. During the robbery, the subject was wearing khakis, black dress shoes, light grey gloves, a grey hoodie, a ball cap, and a full ski-mask. He was carrying a black/chrome handgun.

Anyone with information regarding this robbery is encouraged to call the Kansas City Division of the FBI at 816-512-8200 or Topeka Crime Stoppers at 785-234-0007. Tips can also be provided via the website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.shawneecountycrimestoppers.com/">www.shawneecountycrimestoppers.com</a>&nbsp;or through the P3tips app.

Reward offered for info on Kansas armed robbery suspect

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to honor the life of Sergeant Scott William Heimann. For nine years, Sergeant Heimann served as a member of the Hays Police Department. He passed on September 28, 2025.

Rep. Mann’s Remarks as Prepared:

Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Sergeant Scott William Heimann. A loyal husband, a devoted father, a beloved son, and an invaluable member of the Hays, Kansas community, Scott paid the ultimate sacrifice protecting the community that he loved and served. On Sunday, September 28, 2025, Scott’s watch ended far too soon when he was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call. On behalf of Kansans in the Big First District, I would like to say thank you for your service.

Scott served with the Hays Police Department for nine years. Throughout his time, he served on the Special Situation Response Team, High-Tech Crime Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, and the Honor Guard. Scott took pride in wearing the Hays Police Department uniform. He was never above serving the community he lived in whether his task was reading books to students at the library or responding to the most dangerous threats that posed a risk to his neighbors. There was no task too big or too small in his eyes.

Audrey and I mourn with the Hays community and continue to pray for them as they come to terms with this tragedy. We especially pray for Scott’s wife, Beth, his beautiful children, Victoria and Patrick, and all his loved ones who he left behind.

The Bible tells us in Psalm 34 that the Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. As the reality of Scott’s untimely passing sets in, I ask that the Lord would be close to his family, wrap His arms around this grieving community, and provide comfort.

Well done, Sergeant Heimann. May your soul rest in peace.

🎥Rep. Mann honors fallen Kansas officer during House floor speech

WASHINGTON (AP) — The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/us-supreme-court">Supreme Court</a>&nbsp;is to meet in private Friday with a high-profile issue on its agenda —&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/donald-trump">President Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;’s&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/birthright-citizenship-immigration-trump-20919d26029cf0f98ecb0dc7f90a066b">birthright citizenship</a>&nbsp;order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens.

The justices could say as soon as Monday whether they will hear Trump’s appeal of lower court rulings that have uniformly struck down the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/protecting-the-meaning-and-value-of-american-citizenship/" target="_blank">citizenship restrictions</a>. They have not taken effect anywhere in the United States.

If the court steps in now, the case would be argued in the spring, with a definitive ruling expected by early summer.

The birthright citizenship order, which Trump signed on the first day of his second term in the White House, is part of his administration’s broad immigration crackdown. Other actions include immigration enforcement surges in several cities and the first peacetime invocation of the 18th century Alien Enemies Act.

The administration is facing multiple&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/chicago-illinois-immigration-ice-border-patrol-7bb7d05c90b970226073857d97427c9e">court challenges</a>, and the high court has sent mixed signals in emergency orders it has issued. The justices effectively stopped the use of the Alien Enemies Act to rapidly deport alleged Venezuelan gang members without court hearings, while they allowed the resumption of sweeping immigration stops in the Los Angeles area after a lower court blocked the practice of stopping people solely based on their race, language, job or location.

The justices also are weighing the administration’s emergency appeal to be allowed to deploy National Guard troops in the Chicago area for immigration enforcement actions. A lower court has indefinitely prevented the deployment.

Birthright citizenship is the first Trump immigration-related policy to reach the court for a final ruling. Trump’s order would upend more than 125 years of understanding that the Constitution’s 14th Amendment confers citizenship on everyone born on American soil, with narrow exceptions for the children of foreign diplomats and those born to a foreign occupying force.

In a series of decisions, lower courts have struck down the executive order as unconstitutional, or likely so, even after a Supreme Court ruling in late June that limited judges’ use of nationwide injunctions.

While the Supreme Court curbed the use of nationwide injunctions, it did not rule out other court orders that could have nationwide effects, including in class-action lawsuits and those brought by states. The justices did not decide at that time whether the underlying citizenship order is constitutional.

But every lower court that has looked at the issue has concluded that Trump’s order violates or most likely violates the 14th Amendment, which was intended to ensure that Black people, including former slaves, had citizenship.

The administration is appealing two cases.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit in San Francisco ruled in July that a group of states that sued over the order needed a nationwide injunction to prevent the problems that would be caused by birthright citizenship being in effect in some states and not others.

Also in July, a federal judge in New Hampshire blocked the citizenship order in a class-action lawsuit including all children who would be affected.

The American Civil Liberties Union, leading the legal team in the New Hampshire case, urged the court to reject the appeal because the administration’s “arguments are so flimsy,” ACLU lawyer Cody Wofsy said. “But if the court decides to hear the case, we’re more than ready to take Trump on and win.”

Birthright citizenship automatically makes anyone born in the United States an American citizen, including children born to mothers who are in the country illegally, under long-standing rules. The right was enshrined soon after the Civil War in the first sentence of the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/800b0a2005254ec58369b9564f53be8f?utm_source=copy&amp;utm_medium=share">14th Amendment</a>.

The administration has asserted that children of noncitizens are not “subject to the jurisdiction” of the United States and therefore not entitled to citizenship.

Supreme Court meets to weigh Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions

WASHINGTON–&nbsp;On Thursday,&nbsp; Kansas U.S. Senator Roger Marshall released the following statement after the Senate passed his legislation to restore whole milk in schools.&nbsp;The&nbsp;Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act&nbsp;expands healthy milk options in schools by reversing the Obama-era law that took whole milk out of school cafeterias.

“Whole milk is the most nutritious drink known to mankind, and for whatever reason, the federal government took it out of our schools over a decade ago – robbing an entire generation of essential dairy intake. As an obstetrician, I cannot stress the extensive list of benefits that comes from drinking whole – and most of all, it just tastes better,”&nbsp;said Senator Marshall.&nbsp;“I’m proud to see another win on the MAHA agenda cross the finish line in the Senate and am looking forward to seeing it signed into law.”

The&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2020-12/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf">Dietary Guidelines for Americans</a>&nbsp;(DGA) reports that nearly 90% of Americans do not meet their daily dairy intake recommendations. Specifically, Americans are lacking enough Calcium and Vitamin D, and whole milk is an excellent source of both vitamins. Leading nutritionists&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916522012898?via%3Dihub">have found</a>&nbsp;that whole dairy fats have no negative effect on a diet, and may even reduce the risk of heart disease.

The legislation was first&nbsp;introduced&nbsp;by Senator Marshall in June of 2023. It was reintroduced in April of 2025 with numerous bipartisan sponsors and co-sponsors and&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.marshall.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senator-marshalls-legislation-to-restore-whole-milk-in-schools-passes-senate-agriculture-committee/">passed</a>&nbsp;the Senate Agriculture Committee in June of 2025.

Kan. U.S. Senator's bill to restore whole milk in schools passes the Senate

SEDGWICK COUNTY&nbsp;–A man accused of killing his mother-in-law in front of&nbsp; his 8-year-old son will return to court Friday.

Stephen Rogers wil appear at a preliminary hearing in Judge Rodger Woods courtroom, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.&nbsp; The hearing, originally scheduled last Friday was delayed.

In July, Sedgwick County Emergency Communications received a 911 call from 49-year-old Sharmaine Marlene Burke, according to a media release from the sheriff's office. Burke reported that her son-in-law, 29-year-old Stephen J. Rogers of Wichita, was drunk and had threatened to shoot her. She also stated that her eight-year-old grandson, Rogers’ son, was inside the home at the Longbranch Mobile Home Park near Derby.&nbsp;

The 911 call-taker stayed on the line as deputies responded. A few minutes into the call, gunshots were heard, and the line went silent.

Deputies arrived at 11:41 p.m. and found Burke with multiple gunshot wounds to her upper body. Deputies and Sedgwick County EMS attempted life-saving measures, but Burke succumbed to her injuries at 11:57 p.m.

Rogers and his son were not at the scene when deputies arrived. An immediate search for both the suspect and the child began. Deputies obtained critical information, including a description of Rogers’ vehicle, and shared it with surrounding law enforcement agencies.

At 12:30 a.m. on Thursday, FLOCK camera technology detected Rogers’ vehicle in Augusta. Butler County law enforcement quickly located and stopped the vehicle on U.S. Highway 54 near Haverhill Road. Rogers was arrested and the child was found unharmed inside the vehicle.

Rogers was taken to the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Investigations Division, and&nbsp; booked into jail on requested charges of first-degree murder and aggravated child endangerment.

Deputies and investigators provided immediate resources to ensure the child’s safety and wellbeing.

The Sheriff’s Office coordinated with multiple agencies during the investigation. Quick action and cooperation allowed law enforcement to safely locate the child and apprehend the suspect.

As part of the investigation, it was determined that an Amber Alert was not necessary because investigators obtained real-time intelligence on the suspect’s vehicle and used FLOCK technology to track it. Issuing an Amber Alert could have alerted the suspect, increasing the risk to the child and complicating the search.

The process for issuing an alert also involves the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, and the timeline indicates the alert would have been issued only after the suspect and child were located.

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As cases of potentially deadly botulism in babies who drank ByHeart infant formula continue to grow, state officials say they are still finding the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/byheart-baby-formula-infant-botulism-recall-e070565daaf1f425e3d37dca20277714">recalled product</a>&nbsp;on some store shelves.

Meanwhile the company reported late Wednesday that laboratory tests confirmed that some samples of formula were&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/byheart-baby-formula-botulism-recall-98ad391ac5606c980a012d35f5f7637c">contaminated with the type of bacteria</a>&nbsp;that has sickened more than 30 babies in the outbreak.

Tests by an independent food safety laboratory found Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that produces toxins that can lead to potentially life threatening illness in babies younger than 1, the company said on its website. ByHeart officials said they notified the U.S. Food and Drug Administration of the findings but did not specify how many samples were tested or how many were positive.

“We are working to investigate the facts, conduct ongoing testing to identify the source, and ensure this does not happen to families again,” ByHeart said on its website.

The FDA did not immediately respond to questions about the findings.

The lab results come as investigators in at least three states found ByHeart formula still for sale even after the New York-based company recalled all products nationwide, officials told The Associated Press.

At least 31 babies in 15 states who drank ByHeart formula have been hospitalized and treated for infantile botulism since August,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cdc.gov/botulism/outbreaks-investigations/infant-formula-nov-2025/investigation.html">federal health officials said Wednesday.</a>&nbsp;They range in age from about 2 weeks to about 6 months, with the most recent case reported on Nov. 13.

In Oregon, nine of more than 150 stores checked still had the formula on shelves this week, a state agriculture official said. In Minnesota, investigators conducted 119 checks between Nov. 13 and Nov. 17 and removed recalled products from sale at four sites, an agriculture department official said. An Arizona health official also said they found the product available.

Businesses and consumers should remain alert, Minnesota officials said in a statement. “No affected product should be sold or consumed,” they wrote.

Investigators with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration conducted inspections at ByHeart manufacturing plants in Allerton, Iowa, and Portland, Oregon. No results from the inspections have been reported.

California officials previously confirmed the germ that can lead to illness in an open can of ByHeart formula fed to a baby who fell ill.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/byheart-baby-formula-botulism-recall-98ad391ac5606c980a012d35f5f7637c">Infant botulism,</a>&nbsp;which can cause paralysis and death, is caused by a type of bacteria that forms spores that germinate in a baby's gut and produce a toxin.

Symptoms can take up to 30 days to develop and include constipation, poor feeding, a weak cry, drooping eyelids or a flat facial expression. Babies can develop weakness in their limbs and head and may feel “floppy.” They can have trouble swallowing or breathing.

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