The Kansas Republican primary for governor in 2026 has some big-name candidates, but a new poll shows most people don't recognize their names.

The Nov. 4 general election will have three Wichita City Council races and four races for Wichita school board.

Kansas voters are one week away from elections that will define the direction of their cities at the most local level. What we're watching: Here are some of the biggest races and issues that will show up at the ballot box on Nov.

Be prepared when you head to the polls. Check out The Star’s voter guide for the Wyandotte County government and school board elections.

Catch up with the upcoming local elections in Johnson and Wyandotte counties with The Star's voter guides. Many communities feature competitive races for city council, mayor and school board. Don't forget to vote on Nov. 4. A court case, ethics concerns and a former mayor on the ballot: | Published October 15, 2025 | Read Full Story by Eleanor Nash

"Thank you," President Donald Trump said in a letter to Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab for his work on "safeguarding American elections."

Republican Scott Schwab, who is also running for governor in 2026, is using a federal database to confirm U.S. citizenship of people registered to vote.

Johnson County, Kansas, voters are responding to Senate President Ty Masterson's Monday announcement that his chamber gathered enough signatures to hold a special session on redistricting.

Renter protections, affordability and the city’s $130 million public works campus were among the big topics that Lawrence City Commission candidates discussed at a forum on Thursday evening, just days before the election.

Kelly, a Democrat, said that she has repeatedly asked the Republican attorney general to sue on behalf of Kansas but he has refused. Meanwhile, Kris Kobach argues that he is in charge of the state's prosecution or defense.