People in Kansas can now lose hundreds to thousands of dollars, and possibly more, with just a few taps on their phone. The fallout from gambling addiction can be devastating — from people losing their life savings and stealing to suicide. Up until about a year ago, Kansas only allowed gambling through the lottery and […]

Author Archives: Dylan Lysen
As a Kansas political reporter, I want to inform our audience about statewide government and elected officials so they can make educated decisions at the ballot box. Sometimes that means I follow developments in the Legislature and explain how lawmakers alter laws and services of the state government. Other times, it means questioning those lawmakers and candidates for office about those changes and what they plan for the future of the state. And most importantly, it includes making sure the voices of everyday Kansans are heard. You can reach me at dlysen@kcur.org, 816-235-8027 or on Twitter, @DylanLysen.