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Considering last weekend's shooting, do you think something should be done to make downtown Lawrence safer at night?

Response Percent
No. The shooting was a very unusual incident. Downtown Lawrence hasn’t changed.
 
 52%
Yes. There needs to be more of a police or security presence downtown late at night.
 
 32%
Yes. But private security, rather than the police should be increased.
 
 9%
Undecided.
 
 5%
Total 1068

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Topeka man formally charged in downtown Lawrence shootings
From News Center reports
October 6, 2003
(Web Posted Monday at 7:50 p.m.) A Topeka man accused of firing shots that injured 11 people early Sunday morning outside a downtown Lawrence bar was formally charged Monday in Douglas County District Court.
Police identify crash victim as 7-year-old Lawrence girl
By Eric Weslander
October 6, 2003
(Web Posted Monday at 12:14 p.m.) Police have identified the child killed in a two-car collision Sunday south of Eudora as 7-year-old Madison Smith of Lawrence.
Fear of violence misses target
By Leonard Pitts
October 6, 2003
Four. That, in case you hadn't heard, is the age of the latest child at the center of the latest tragic shooting. Too young for kindergarten, too young to tie his own shoes, too young for bikes without training wheels. But old enough to stand behind a .45-caliber semiautomatic pistol and squeeze the trigger.
Leaked information has its place
By Joel Mowbray
October 6, 2003
Lost in all the controversy about Bob Novak's identification of an undercover CIA agent has been any discussion on how leaks are crucial to the functioning of a democracy.
Soda a side issue
October 6, 2003
Police investigate gunfire outside Lawrence bar
By Mike Belt and Cody Howard
October 6, 2003
Ashley Meyer thought she was hearing fireworks, at first. Then she heard screams and saw people diving for the pavement. And she realized someone was firing into the crowd gathered outside a downtown bar just before closing time early Sunday.
Proposed policy favors local firms
By Mark Fagan
October 6, 2003
All Cecil Kingsley wants is a chance to design a bridge — any bridge — in Douglas County. But with Topeka-based Finney & Turnipseed Consulting Engineers cornering the market on experience — the firm's project engineer has been handling county bridge jobs for nearly 50 years — Kingsley fears he'll never get a chance to land the government contracts he needs to succeed in Lawrence.
All creatures great and small blessed at Episcopal church
By Mike Belt
October 6, 2003
The front lawn of downtown's Trinity Episcopal Church took on the appearance of a barnyard or petting zoo Sunday.
State and local briefs
October 6, 2003
• Young girl killed in crash near Eudora • Order aims to stop abuse of government cell phones
Danielle Steel to open gallery
Author averse to dark, depressing pieces for collection
By Elizabeth Lydon - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
An art collector for most of her life, best-selling author Danielle Steel is opening a gallery of her own, full of the kind of art she loves best.
Dali sketch theft makes surreal tale
By Larry McShane - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
The crime was … well, it was surreal. On an island inhabited by 14,000 accused criminals, a $250,000 Salvador Dali sketch disappeared during a midnight fire drill, replaced by a fake. And the people responsible were not the inmates, but four prison officials, authorities said.
U.S. closes controversial prison for Iraqis
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
The U.S. military has shut down Camp Cropper, an increasingly notorious makeshift prison where hundreds of Iraqis were crowded into tents through Baghdad's scorching summer, a U.S. official reported Sunday. The detainees were scattered to other facilities.
Oldest American dies in her sleep
By David Porter - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
Elena Slough, documented as the nation's oldest person, died Sunday at the nursing home where her daughter died three days before. She was 114 or 115, according to different sources.
Pope appears healthy at new canonizations
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Days after some cardinals gave dire descriptions of his health, Pope John Paul II led a long and lively ceremony Sunday to give the Church three new saints, capping the appearance with a spin in a “popemobile” around St. Peter's Square to wave to tens of thousands of cheering well-wishers.
Discovery of remains ends long years of waiting
Investigators still seek clues in serial killings
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
For four terrifying years in the mid-1980s, dozens of missing women turned up dead in western Washington state, their bodies left near rivers and ravines, interstates and airports.
KU wins $9.6 million grant
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Kansas University will become one of only four schools in the country with a program devoted to creating libraries of molecules intended to hasten the development of new drugs.
Lisa Rena LeFlore
October 6, 2003
Priest apologizes after being caught in prostitution sting
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
A Roman Catholic priest who was caught in a Kansas City area prostitution sting apologized to parishioners at the first service he presided over since being reinstated as pastor of a St. Joseph church.
Ball of twine keeps growing larger
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
It's been mentioned in at least three Hollywood movies and has drawn thousands of people into this community of 500. Now, on its 50th anniversary, the world's largest ball of twine has inspired art that's exhibited in storefront windows along what a Cawker City artist has dubbed the Gallery Walk of Twine.
Weapons inspector seeks anthrax in Iraq
Kay following lead of cache with sample
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Weapons hunters in Iraq are pursuing tips that point to the possible presence of anthrax and Scud missiles still hidden in the country, the chief searcher said Sunday.
Refinancing homes could pose problems later on
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Malcolm Buckey would be 97 years old when the 30-year mortgage on his dream home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., is paid up.
Tropical Storm Larry hits Gulf of Mexico
By Luis Lopez - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
Tropical Storm Larry hit the southern coast of the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday, forcing hundreds of people to flee to shelters, while a second storm strengthened to a hurricane and threatened Mexico's Pacific coast.
Area briefs
October 6, 2003
• Dedication set for KU building • Museum to display Vietnam-era vehicles • Discussion examines Columbus' legacy • Fire prevention efforts motivate school visits
Arizona’s Smith hurt in Dallas homecoming
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Arizona running back Emmitt Smith hardly had a chance to play against his former Dallas Cowboys teammates Sunday.
Dungy’s stamp on Colts obvious: stout defense
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Tony Dungy sold his defensive philosophy to the Indianapolis Colts rather quickly. All he had to do was turn on some film of his old team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Colorado town’s residents bracing for Bryant hearing
By Colleen Slevin - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
When the television trucks roll into town this week to cover Kobe Bryant's court hearing, Daysi Spath will be ready.
Thrashers player dies six days after wreck
By Paul Newberry - Associated Press Sports Writer
October 6, 2003
Atlanta Thrashers forward Dan Snyder died Sunday night, six days after he was involved in a horrific car crash with teammate Dany Heatley. Snyder died at Grady Hospital from massive brain injuries without ever regaining consciousness, the team said. He was 25.
Cubs no longer loveable losers
Chicago downs Atlanta, 5-1, for first postseason series victory since 1908
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Ninety-five years of frustration. Ninety-five years of ridicule. Put it all to rest. The Chicago Cubs are postseason winners.
K.C.’s Hall finds fame
Chief extends record with return in fourth game in row
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
He cut left, then right, then stutter-stepped and actually ran backward toward the end zone. Surrounded by Denver tacklers and just a couple of yards from the goal line, Dante Hall cut back left, looped around to the outside and darted 93 yards into the end zone — and the record book.
Woods conquers Worlds again
Tiger’s 2-shot victory seventh in 13 tries at championships
October 6, 2003
Against the best players in the world, in the toughest conditions this side of a major, Tiger Woods felt right at home.
Ostertag embraces being leader
Kansas University product hopes to fill void left by departure of veterans Stockton, Malone
By Phil Miller - Salt Lake Tribune
October 6, 2003
Greg Ostertag filled the vacuum left by Karl Malone before the Utah Jazz's first practice even began this week. But calling out the requisite stretching exercises — as Malone customarily did for years — is a lot different than actually leading the team.
Langford’s brother seeks recruiting advice
High schooler Kevin often chats with KU junior guard Keith about future
By Gary Bedore
October 6, 2003
Kevin Langford often asks his big brother, Keith, for advice about college basketball recruiting.
Woodling whacked by 95 contestants
J-W Staff Reports
October 6, 2003
Thanks to wins by Baylor and Texas, Journal-World sports editor Chuck Woodling had another two-loss week in last week's Wanna Whack Woodling contest at KUsports.com and lost to 95 contestants.
Jayhawks not satisfied with 1-all tie
By Steve Schmidt
October 6, 2003
After Kansas University's soccer team lost Friday to Texas, KU junior goalkeeper Meghan Miller said KU proved it could play with the best teams in the country, but it had to be consistent. If that game was Exhibit A of KU's big-game ability, then the Jayhawks submitted Exhibit B Sunday in a 1-1, double-overtime tie with No. 3 Texas A&M at SuperTarget Field.
ESPN pregame panelists apologize for Limbaugh
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
ESPN's NFL pregame show returned Sunday with an apology — and without Rush Limbaugh — a week after the commentator's race-tinged comments about Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb.
Novel reflects stark realities
By George Will
October 6, 2003
From Hugo and Zola to Camus and Sartre, there is a long French tradition of public intellectuals as superstars. Bernard-Henri Levy, 54, continues this tradition self-consciously.
First lady a skilled diplomat
By Myriam Marquez - The Orlando Sentinel
October 6, 2003
America's first lady, hand over heart, stands on a picture-perfect day with the U.S. flag flapping in the background and — what's that? — the Eiffel Tower reaching into the sky. Oh, my.
Air-space feats
Few sky-conquering antics are more miraculous than aircraft carrier takeoffs and landings.
J-W Editorials
October 6, 2003
The celebrations during this centennial year of man's first flight at Kitty Hawk, N.C., has put the spotlight on many air-space feats. It all began with that 12-second flight by the Wright Brothers, where the Wright Flyer never got more than 12 feet off the ground and traveled only about 120 feet overland.
‘Antiques Roadshow’ to air K.C. stop
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
From tapestries and tobacco pouches to paintings and PVC pipes, the items area residents brought to “The Antiques Roadshow” are ready for their closeups.
Yankees finish off Twins
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
The New York Yankees never panicked, even if some of their fans did. “It's a series,” Derek Jeter said, “not one game.” The Yankees sure rediscovered their dominant postseason form in a hurry. They hit four doubles in a six-run fourth inning Sunday, breezing behind David Wells into the AL championship series with an 8-1 victory over Minnesota.
Shooting outside bar injures 11
By Mike Belt & Cody Howard
October 6, 2003
Ashley Meyer thought she was hearing fireworks, at first. Then she heard screams and saw people diving for the pavement. And she realized that someone was firing into the crowd gathered outside a downtown bar just before closing time early Sunday.
Israel inflames Arab sentiments with Syria strike
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Israel bombed a target inside Syria that it claimed was an Islamic Jihad training base, striking deep inside its neighbor's territory Sunday for the first time in three decades and widening its pursuit of Palestinian militants.
Analysis: Attack could worsen conflict in Middle East
By Ravi Nessman - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
Israel's surprising strike at an alleged Islamic Jihad base in Syria — in response to a suicide bombing by the group — threatens to widen the conflict with the Palestinians and draw in an old enemy, whose frontier with Israel has been quiet for 30 years.
Advocate starts Kansas chapter of Little People of America
By Phillis J. Zorn - The Hays Daily News
October 6, 2003
After a lifetime of being seen as different, Vickie Doyle is looking to bring together people who see themselves as the same.
Supreme Court to review new issues
The Los Angeles Times
October 6, 2003
The Supreme Court opens its new term today and is set to consider whether states may refuse to pay for religious teaching and whether employers may refuse to hire reformed drug users.
Dennis Bryant
October 6, 2003
KU rivalry with KSU extends to Aluminum Can Challenge
J-W Staff Reports
October 6, 2003
The Kansas University vs. Kansas State University Aluminum Can Challenge to raise money for Habitat for Humanity will continue through October. In a twist on the KU/KSU rivalry, the Lawrence Habitat for Humanity will compete with Manhattan for grant dollars from the Aluminum Assn. by collecting as many aluminum cans as possible. Totals will be announced at the KU football game in Manhattan on Oct. 25, although volunteers may donate cans through 5 p.m. Oct. 27. Flattened cans are preferred and can be dropped off at Lonnie's Recycling, 501 Maple St.; a receptacle in the parking lot of Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2104 W. 15th St.; or at the Habitat office.
On the record
October 6, 2003
Frerotte sparks Vikes
Moss, backup QB lift Minnesota over Falcons, 39-26
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Gus Frerotte erased a very bad memory in his return to the Georgia Dome. A year ago, Frerotte started for the hapless Cincinnati Bengals, was benched after he failed to complete his first seven passes and watched the rest of a 30-3 loss from the bench.
Giants’ season abruptly ends
100-win campaign comes to close against Florida
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Brian Sabean was up at 6:30 Sunday morning after an overnight flight from Florida, already contemplating his next overhaul of the San Francisco Giants.
Ortiz’s double rallies Boston past A’s
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
The “M-V-P” chants hadn't been heard at Fenway Park in a while — at least not when David Ortiz was at the plate.
FSHS soccer pins K.C. Wyandotte, 7-0
October 6, 2003
Free State High's boys soccer team tuned up for Tuesday's home clash with Olathe South by popping Wyandotte High, 7-0, Saturday.
QB Green misfires, but K.C. still wins
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
From Kansas City's point of view, the best thing about a 5-0 start is the fact the Chiefs still have not had a great game from their quarterback.
Briefly
October 6, 2003
• Former diplomat fears CIA leak endangers wife • Redistricting battle likely to delay presidential primary • ‘Siegfried & Roy' magician still critical after tiger attack
Lawrence plumbers to help homeowners prepare for winter
By Saju Ng'alla
October 6, 2003
Armed with wrenches, sockets and screwdrivers, more than 30 plumbers will march Saturday into the homes of about 35 Lawrence residents with this mission in mind: Eliminating any utility problems they find.
Payday lenders’ service comes at too high a price
By Michelle Singletary
October 6, 2003
New York state Atty. Gen. Eliot Spitzer, who gained major media attention and the admiration of small investors for going after Wall Street investment firms, is targeting another industry — payday lenders.
Burns documentary tells American tale
By Kevin McDonough
October 6, 2003
The late historian Steven Ambrose once said, “More Americans get their history from Ken Burns than any other source.” That may be debatable, but, as a documentary filmmaker, Burns has covered a lot of ground, producing multipart examinations of broad historical topics, including the Civil War, baseball and jazz.
Analysis: School finance fix won’t be quick deal
Lawmakers likely to pursue appeals if ordered to rework 1992 law
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
Legislators are more likely to ask “why?” than “how high?” if a judge orders them to jump up and fix the way the state pays for education.
AIDS increase is first in decade
Experts see decline in practice of safe sex
By Dave Ranney
October 6, 2003
While watching the Emmy Awards on television two weeks ago, Geri Summers didn't see many red ribbons on the stars' lapels.
Parents ease grief by sharing story
By Dave Ranney
October 6, 2003
Back in 1988, Phil and Diane Stiles' then-34-year-old son, Jamie, called from Washington, D.C., to say he was in the hospital. His doctors thought he'd had a bad asthma attack.
Newman again wins on fuel fumes
Driver defends narrow victory amid controversy
By Andy Samuelson
October 6, 2003
Ryan Newman didn't say it, but judging by some of his other comments Sunday it's pretty clear that anyone questioning his race strategy simply can choke on his fuel fumes. “I kind of tell it like it is,” said Newman, who again was victorious in a Winston Cup race because of a gamble on gas.
Germany stuns U.S. in Cup semifinals
Americans shut out in World Cup loss, 3-0
By Bob Baum - Associated Press Sports Writer
October 6, 2003
Four years after Brandi Chastain ripped her jersey off in celebration, Mia Hamm pulled hers over her face to hide the tears. Hamm, idolized by countless young girls and the dominant force in U.S. women's soccer, was shut out in her last World Cup semifinal.
KU, CU on crash course
By Eric Olson - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
It's not a misprint. Kansas University (4-1 overall, 1-0 Big 12 Conference), which has finished last in the North Division three straight years, enters Saturday's game at Colorado in first place in the division and within two wins of becoming bowl-eligible.
Briefly
October 6, 2003
• Report: Slum population to double by 2030 • Town's mayor, police called to duty • Suspect arrested for poisoning reservoir
Phone calls for sheriffs’ association arouse suspicions
By Mike Belt
October 6, 2003
The telemarketing and fund-raising tactics of a national deputy sheriffs' group are more than just an evening nuisance, a suspicious and angry Lawrence couple say.
Schwarzenegger fights new allegations
Candidates campaign for Tuesday election
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
Marching on the Capitol he hopes to claim in the recall election, Arnold Schwarzenegger said he sensed “an unbelievable momentum” Sunday, despite new allegations of sexual harassment and signs of a tightening race. The embattled incumbent, Gov. Gray Davis, signed a law making California the largest state to require employer-paid health care.
Chechens vote for president; some call election a sham
The Associated Press
October 6, 2003
In their war-shattered capital and impoverished villages, Chechens voted for a president Sunday in an election condemned by critics as a sham but promoted by the Kremlin as a step toward ending a decade of violence and chaos.
Report: Abuse continues against Afghan women
By Daniel Cooney - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
The plight of many Afghan women has barely improved in the two years since the ouster of the Taliban regime, with forced marriages, rapes and domestic violence still occurring frequently, Amnesty International said.
Robot vacuums lighten cleaning load
By David McHugh - Associated Press Writer
October 6, 2003
Let's face it: you have to be just a little lazy to use a $1,500 robot to vacuum a one-bedroom apartment. But how sweet it is to stroll barefoot across spotlessly clean wood floors, without having lifted a finger — or, to be more precise, having lifted a finger just once, to turn on the RoboCleaner RC3000.
Horoscopes
By Jacqueline Bigar
October 6, 2003
Briefly
October 6, 2003
• Captured tiger, alligator sent to Ohio refuge • Clark trails rivals in crucial state • Service honors fallen U.S. firefighters • Churchgoer kills mother, minister, herself • Skydiver dies after hitting bridge • Government to roll out new vehicle rollover test • New poll favors ouster of Davis
Briefly
October 6, 2003
• McDonald's to introduce new Chicken McNugget • Crash kills quarreler hanging from car • Lawmaker found dead after plane crash • Women retain seats in first open elections
People
October 6, 2003
• Black at head of box office • Bono finds new outlet • Lawmaker takes offense to Kilmer's gun comments
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