Every state's nickname and where it comes from
Spokeo analyzed state government information and other historical sources to compile this list of stories behind every state's nickname.
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Gov. Laura Kelly proclaims cultural, spiritual and political significance of Black History Month
Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly paid tribute to Black History Month during a gathering in the rotunda of the Capitol honoring ...
The University Daily Kansan16h
GALLERY: Black Student Union hosts Black History Month pageant and talent show
The KU Black Student Union hosted a Great Gatsby themed pageant that showcased the talents of Black student organizations. The pageant was held on Feb. 13 in the Kansas Union ...
Kansas governor celebrates Black History Month 'loud and clear' amid pushback
As President Donald Trump has pushed back on diversity initiatives, Gov. Laura Kelly celebrated Black History Month at the ...
PHOTOS: Up close dendrite snowflakes in Kansas City
No two snowflakes are alike, and that’s even more true in the arctic temperatures we are seeing this week. These photos ...
See beautiful pictures of Black cowboy culture in Texas in Sarah Bird's 'Juneteenth Rodeo'
During the 1970s, author and photographer Sarah Bird documented small-town Black rodeos in Texas. She turned that material in book and museum exhibit ...
Civil rights activists have to be ‘more strategic’ in face of a ‘hostile government’: Activist
The Department of Justice has moved to drop corruption charges against New York City mayor Eric Adams, sparking concerns of a ...
Linda McMahon faces confirmation hearing as Trump looks to close education dept.
During confirmation hearings, President Trump’s Education Secretary nominee Linda McMahon stressed her commitment to ...