The fringe beliefs of right-wing extremists in Kansas, dating back at least to groups like the Posse Comitatus, who trained for war against their government 40 years ago, have now migrated to the mainstream of American politics.  

Listen to episode six in KPR's monthly series commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Santa Fe Trail. In this installment, we hear about Susan Shelby Magoffin, who traveled along the trail to Bent's Fort, in present day Colorado, and on to Santa Fe.

Congressional Republicans did away with "earmarks" more than a decade ago. Democrats have brought them back. Now, Kansas Republicans serving in Congress have a choice to make: take the money for their districts, or stick to their small government principals. Abigail Censky, with the Kansas News Service, takes a closer look.

A new project wants to provide a place for listening to recorded music in a group setting.