NPR political reporter Stephen Fowler traveled to Kansas recently to follow some key races that are turning out closer than expected.

Harrison Ford in Wichita: Now a major motion picture! Plus, there’s a new place in Wichita to see an old cult favorite.

Farmers are cutting less hay this year due to persistent drought, the soaring price of fuel and a new pest. That’s driving up the cost for livestock producers, who often rely on hay to feed their animals during the winter.

After a Kansas farm girl is swept away by a cyclone to the Land of Oz, a pair of magical red slippers helps bring her back home again. In the Kansas City Ballet’s production of “The Wizard of Oz,” Dorothy Gale’s ruby-red pointe shoes sparkle with hundreds of tiny rhinestones.

Kansas' U.S. Senate race has attracted national headlines and money. But what about the topics voters care about? Here's what Republican Sen. Roger Marshall and Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton say about affordability, healthcare, statewide and national issues.

President Trump's midterm travel blitz ahead of Election Day includes several red states he won easily 2 years ago, showing the electoral landscape is more challenging for Republicans.

About a third of couples are willing to save money on cake and dessert, according to the wedding-planning site Zola.

High winds are fueling a fast-moving fire that has burned homes in Southern California. Flames engulfed expensive coastal properties and prompted thousands to evacuate.

From generational classics like J Dilla's Donuts to the star turns of Sudan Archives and Anderson .Paak, one small LA label has made history for 30 years — without losing its roots.

Katie Zacharia's first official day was on Monday.