Kansas sending letters telling people to repay unemployment claims dating to COVID-19 pandemic

TOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Labor is notifying more than 8,500 individuals that they received overpayments for unemployment insurance, including some issued during the COVID-19 pandemic, and must repay the funds. Nearly half owe more than $5,000 and could face liens or garnished wages if they don’t respond. Amy Selm, deputy labor secretary, and […]