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Emergency crews respond to duplex kitchen fire

At 9:34 p.m., Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical responded to a call of an out of control kitchen fire at an apartment duplex located at 1901 Kentucky St. By 9:56 p.m. crews had the fire under control and were checking the building for smoke damage.

Remembering the Holocaust, to prevent it from repeating

Speakers, including Lawrence and Kansas University dignities and relatives of Holocaust survivors, shared stories of the mass genocide in front of about 65 people at the Kansas Union's Alderson Auditorium on Wednesday night, with six of them lighting candles to represent the six million Jews killed in the tragedy. The purpose of the event: to not allow the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust to have died in vain, and to instead use their memory to prevent future atrocities. By Giles Bruce

Mrs. Kansas, a Lawrence resident, uses platform to raise awareness about poverty

Last month, Lawrence resident Elizabeth Stephens was crowned Mrs. Kansas, and will compete for the national title later this year. The 32-year-old is using the platform to shine a light on family homelessness in America, an issue she knows about from experience. By Giles Bruce

For some, campground is home, even in winter

Clinton Park homes range from tents to deluxe campers

The boats are out of the water at Clinton State Park. Restrooms are locked up for the winter, water has been turned off and, with freezing temperatures and the season’s first snow blanketing the ground, the park’s campgrounds are empty. Except Campground 3. A couple dozen people make their homes there, weathering the elements. Some live there permanently, in well-equipped campers. For others, the campsite is a cold, squalid last resort before homelessness. By Sara Shepherd

Man rescued from house fire in Barker Neighborhood

A man was rescued Thursday afternoon after being trapped in the basement of a house on fire.

Former KU student charged with botched armed robbery; second suspect arrested

A 20-year-old Olathe man has been arrested, and a 21-year-old former Kansas University student charged in what police say was a botched armed robbery that ended with a gunshot wound and a phony police report.

The hunt for the governor's texts and emails

The Journal-World has been waiting months on open records request for Gov. Brownback's text and email messages. By Shaun Hittle

Names of driver and cyclist in Tuesday accident released

Police identified a cyclist hit by a sport utility vehicle Tuesday afternoon near 11th and Kentucky streets as Donald L. Varnau, of Lawrence. Varnau, who was wearing a helmet, was sent by air ambulance to Kansas University Hospital after suffering critical injuries when he collided with an SUV about 3:15 p.m. By Shaun Hittle

Voter problems reported to U.S. Attorney's Office

The Kansas U.S. Attorney's Office was monitoring cases of election fraud, disenfranchisement, or other problems seen at the polls across Kansas today. A spokesman from the office said there weren't any major, widespread issues, but here's the reports they received (also, if you have any complaints, call them at 785-295-2850 while the polls are open).

Injured man found on sidewalk in 900 block of New Hampshire flown to KU Hospital

Emergency workers responded Wednesday morning to the 900 block of New Hampshire Street, where they found an injured man on the sidewalk near the parking garage.

KU coach Bonnie Henrickson

KU coach Bonnie Henrickson talks to reporters after the Jayhawks' 75-71 loss to South Florida in the WNIT championship game on April 4, 2009, in Allen Fieldhouse.

2010 Main Street Live: Eudora

The first stop of the season for the 6News team for Main Street Live.

Photos of Haiti devastation

These are pictures the missionaries took of the devastation they witnessed in Haiti as they ...

Cami's Cupcakes

Cami SanRomani, who owns Cami's Cake Co. in downtown Eudora talks about her new adventure and some of the cupcakes she bakes.

Fashion show benefits local charity

The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence raised some money Sunday in an event that had many kids strutting their stuff. 6News reporter Jessie Abrams has the story behind these models in the making.

City plans to study wildlife at airport

Geese, deer and coyotes - they're not just wild animals here in Lawrence. They're also hazards to pilots. 6News reporter Will DuPree shows us how risky these creatures are to the airport, and how the city plans to study them.

Lawrence Faithful Celebrate MLK Day

The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Musical was held Sunday night at the Lawrence Free Methodist Church. Hundreds filled the church to remember civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.

Gov. Brownback's Budget Cuts Several State Agencies and Programs

Governor Sam Brownback introduced his $13.9 billion budget for the 2011 fiscal year Thursday. If approved, it would be $900 million less than the previous year's budget.

Lawrence Officials Want Tougher Penalties for Hit-and-Run Offenders

Lawrence representative Paul Davis and Douglas County District Attorney Charles Branson have introduced a statewide bill that would allow prosecutors to seek tougher punishments against hit-and-run offenders.

Slight declines for Lawrence housing market

The Lawrence Board of Realtors published new housing numbers Thursday, and there were slight declines for the Lawrence housing market in 2010. 6News reporter Will DuPree explains what this means for the city in the new year.

Kassie Liebsch Pleads Guilty

Kassie Liebsch, 28, admitted to her part in a multi-million dollar ticket scandal in the KU Athletics Department. Liebsch is the third of seven indicted defendants to change her plea. Sentencing is set for March.

School District Budget Cuts

Governor Brownback releases his proposal to balance the budget and school districts are on the chopping block.

Gov. Brownback delivers first state address

Governor Sam Brownback delivered his first State of the State Address on Wednesday. Brownback outlined plans to move the state forward. 6News reporter Will DuPree explains why growing the economy is a top priority.