News & Current Events
Stay up-to-date with newspapers, magazines, and databases from the Library.
From local scoops in the Johnson County Post to global headlines in The New York Times, you’ll be up to speed on everything from county happenings to international intrigue—without missing a beat. Find:
- Popular titles like the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Economist.
- Local publications like Johnson County Post, Kansas City Business journal and Kansas City Star Image Edition.
- Full-text articles from newspapers, magazines, and other digital formats.
Local Elections and Voting
Elections & Voting
A wealth of trusted resources to help you navigate every step of the voting process.
Most Popular eNewspapers
Get the Full Picture: The Power of Multiple Sources
Getting information from several places helps you form a well-rounded, accurate understanding of a topic. It reduces bias, exposes different perspectives, verifies facts, and helps you stay more more broadly informed.
Local New and Current Events
February Marks 100 Years of Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Browse these Library resources to watch, listen, read and discover.
This Is Me Trying: A Journaling & Self-Love Workshop
Feb 16th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Shake off 2025 and step into your '26 era. Join us for a Taylor Swift–inspired program focused on junk journaling and reflection.
You Belong With Me: A Swiftie Valentine Party
Feb 13th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Calling all Swifties! Grab the mic for karaoke, get creative with Swiftie-inspired crafts, test your knowledge with trivia, and dance!
Introduction to the Library’s Youth Collection
Do you get lost in the Kids sections of our Libraries? What do “E” and "EP" and “J” even mean, and which one is best for you and your child?
Magazines
Digital versions of print magazines are available for you to read a computer, tablet or phone. Convenient. Portable. Available anytime. Our two online resources that house our online magazine collection are Flipster and Libby.
- Flipster curates a selection of popular newsstand magazines such as The Atlantic Monthly, Billboard, Bloomberg Businessweek, Food & Wine, People, Real Simple and Sports Illustrated.
- Libby features popular titles like Us Weekly, National Geographic, Good Housekeeping, Vanity Fair, and Rolling Stone, as well as special interest magazines like PC World, Bon Appetit, Minecraft World, and Women's Fitness.