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In 1995 the Olathe School District lost its case to remove a book about teenage lesbian love from its schools. Protecting students' First Amendment right to such materials in their libraries is still ongoing.

Over 34 years Steven Potter went from night shifts processing new books at Mid-Continent Public Library to retiring after over a decade as its director.

Library users tend to return books in a timely way even when they don't face fines. And libraries might save money by putting less effort into collecting small fees.

Here's a sneak peak at the new children's area and other renovations made over the past year. They include a drive-thru, but "we're not trying to sell you something," head librarian promises.

District officials say the book is being reviewed by a school-level committee that includes a principal, librarian, teachers and parents. The Salina school board is expected to hear from people on both sides during its meeting Tuesday.

In their memoir "All Boys Aren't Blue," the author shares experiencing everything from bullying to a loving grandmother to their earliest sexual relationships.

Banned Book Week is an annual celebration meant to highlight intellectual freedom and freedom of expression, but some say the content crosses a line.

After three board trustees posted disapproving comments on Facebook about a library display during Banned Books Week, some current and former employees want to see them dropped from leadership.

Teaching mindfulness to police, firefighters and EMTs could help decision making and librarians give their book recommendations as we face a coronavirus winter.

A roll of toilet paper and videos remembering loved ones lost are featured in a new collection.

A Kansas City nonprofit is working to amplify the voices and power of Black women, a wellness solutions company in Iowa sets up in Kansas City with rapid COVID-19 screenings, and a history librarian explains current efforts to gather and collect pandemic artifacts.

John Herron succeeds Crosby Kemper III at a time when the library's public events and finances have taken a hit.