TOPEKA - Kansas is one of two states where people who need help during drug overdoses can be arrested. New legislation would allow Kansans to seek potentially life-saving treatment without fear of repercussion.
Substance abuse contributes to around 13% of Kansas children entering foster care. Now, Kansas is testing a new Family Treatment Court in rural counties that will help parents complete addiction treatment and reunite with their kids.
TOPEKA - The Kansas Department for Children and Families has announced new contracts for foster care services in the state. St. Francis Ministries, a faith-based nonprofit accused of financial mismanagement, will not have its contract renewed.
One proposal would begin child support at conception
MANHATTAN - The growing popularity of a plan that encourages people to eat more healthy foods and less added sugars is not really about getting rid of specific foods in the diet completely, says a K-State Extension agent in Johnson County.
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