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LIVE BLOG: Election results in Kansas

Election Day is here, and Kansas voters will decide several closely watched races. Follow this live blog below for updates throughout the day and night.

This time, determining which party will control Congress didn't take days

WASHINGTON (AP) — The stakes in Tuesday's election — which party would control Congress — were clear. And unlike in recent elections, the answer came quickly: With big wins in both the House and the Senate, it's the Democrats' turn to run Capitol Hill. The Associated Press is calling races in all 435 House districts

How National Guard units are being deployed around the midterm elections

National Guard members in at least seven states will perform some sort of role during the highly charged midterm elections. As Americans cast their ballots, plain clothes National Guard members will help monitor ballot boxes in seven counties across Washington state; monitor and defend election networks in Iowa; and…

Supreme Court rejects Trump administration's bid to set aside 20,000 California ballots

The Supreme Court on Monday quickly rejected the Trump administration’s effort to force California officials to set aside 20,000 ballots it claims belong to likely noncitizens and must be investigated. The court’s one-sentence order contained no explanation and had no noted dissents. California and immigration rights…

What is the Kansas Cold Weather Rule?

A special rule meant to help Kansas residents who are falling behind on their utility payments to avoid being disconnected in the winter is now in effect.

Week 8: Chiefs vs. Broncos live blog

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to face the Denver Broncos in a massive showdown that could have an immense impact on how the AFC West shapes out.

Storm Track 3 Forecast: Strong storms arrive Monday

Light rainfall will continue this evening, making for damp trick-or-treating conditions. Meteorologist Lucy Doll tracks the potential for stronger storms arriving for the start of the week.

The 6 races that could decide Senate control

The midterm tug-of-war for Senate control will come down to half a dozen coin-toss contests, giving both parties a path to the upper chamber majority. All six seats rated as “toss-ups” by DDHQ — Texas, Maine, Alaska, Ohio, Iowa and Kansas — are currently held by Republicans. The GOP’s best chance of flipping a seat