Kansas, long an afterthought in federal elections, could be an unlikely linchpin to Senate control. But many voters have long ties to the Republican Party.

The crowd in Mill Creek Park came equipped with homemade signs and flags. Speakers urged early voting in the November midterm election.

Roger Marshall was running behind. The bus Kansas Republicans booked for a five-day barnstorming tour sat idling Tuesday morning, with other statewide candidates onboard. The tour was already a few minutes delayed as state party chair Danedri Herbert awaited word from the senator who some Republicans grumble isn’t campaigning hard enough as polls show him tied or trailing.

Former Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback and his tax experiment have been a major talking point in the 2026 governor's race.

Republican Roger Marshall and Democrat Adam Hamilton have taken markedly different positions on the polarizing conflict.

Early voting begins this weekend and we are shifting into election mode around here. While the headlines are dominated by coverage of the big races for Congress and the battle to be Kansas's next governor looks further down your ballot and you'll find some seismic issues awaiting your verdict.