Allen, who was named the state's chief information technology officer in July 2018, will stay in the job when Gov.-elect Laura Kelly takes office.

A new feature added to the state's citizen services app provides functionality officials say isn't available anywhere else.

Allen says his priority now is to shift the state's networking and data centers to service-based models so he can turn his focus back to driving value for the state's businesses.

A digital services app run by Wyandotte County and Kansas City now allows users to access state government services.

Her name is "Agent Kay."

Two-factor authentication and PIN randomization updates went live over the weekend.

Vehicle and insurance information of random citizens can be uncovered through the app, an unintended feature that the state says is now under review.

Residents will be able to access official documents and register vehicles on the app.

Recent events show why the need for open access to information and government accountability are as relevant as ever.