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Overland Park tightens restrictions on license plate reader data. ACLU calls it a ‘significant step forward’
The Overland Park Police Department has tightened guidelines around the use of the city’s 37 stationary automated license plate readers and 110 vehicle mounted cameras. “While automated license plate reader technology has been a part of Overland Park’s public safety efforts since 2011, evolving technological…
Why Economists Think Higher Bond Yields Are Here to Stay
The WSJ quarterly survey reveals that forecasters think inflation, Federal Reserve rate increases and debt will keep borrowing costs higher for longer. Read more: WSJ.com: Markets
Shawnee proposes ban on watching videos while driving
The city of Shawnee is looking to amend its municipal code to crack down on distracted driving caused by people watching videos on their phones. On Monday, the Shawnee Council Committee discussed amending city code to include language that explicitly addresses drivers watching videos and…
Lawrence’s new city manager looks for ‘win-win’ in city growth and development
Lawrence City Manager Majed Al-Ghafry floated the idea of a new downtown department and said the city should remain open to exploring data centers during a chamber of commerce event this week. Key for Al-Ghafry is balance, he said: between development and the city’s core…
Proposed data center would pay De Soto households $1,000 annually
The data center has not been fully approved. According to a press release from Digital Realty, the payment plan was created with the help of city leaders to help residents with utilities and property taxes. Read more: KCTV5
Chiefs stadium bill sparks a ‘home rule’ lawsuit by Unified Government WYCO/KCK
The bill’s language, according to the lawsuit, restricts the Unified Government’s authority in a manner that runs counter to the Kansas Constitution’s right for local governments to determine local affairs “unless the Legislature acts through laws that apply uniformly to all cities.” Read more: Hutch…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 13, 2026
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer’s credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 12, 2026
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer’s credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 9, 2026
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer’s credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your…
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