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Heavy rains expected overnight
Area in flood watch through 10 a.m. Saturday
By Dave Toplikar
08:39 a.m., June 10, 2005 Updated 08:39 a.m.
Lawrence is expected to get another soaking — enough for the National Weather Service to issue a flood watch for the area through mid-morning Saturday.
Sebelius, Mays spar on special session
Views differ on how to go about solving school funding crisis
By Scott Rothschild
June 10, 2005
With the ink barely dry on the official proclamation setting the special legislative session on school funding, Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and House Speaker Doug Mays were at odds Thursday over how to proceed.
Report says $4.7M needed for homeless
By Chad Lawhorn
June 10, 2005
Lawrence should raise $4.7 million in city, federal and private funds over the next three years to adequately tackle the city’s homeless problem, members of a task force said Thursday.
Report cites FBI for 9-11 missteps
Agency missed opportunities to detect two suicide hijackers
By Dan Eggen - The Washington Post
June 10, 2005
The inability to detect the Sept. 11, 2001, hijacking plot amounts to a “significant failure” by the FBI and was caused in large part by “widespread and long-standing deficiencies” in the way it handled terrorism and intelligence cases, according to a new report released Thursday.
This Weekend’s Highlights
June 10, 2005
 
Fed chair testimony lifts markets
By Meg Richards - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Stocks bounded higher Thursday as bullish congressional testimony from Alan Greenspan and anticipation for a strong midquarter update from Intel Corp. brightened Wall Street’s mood and overshadowed a surge in oil prices.
Briefcase
June 10, 2005
¢ Ronald McDonald gets active makeover ¢ Goodyear’s Topeka plant in high gear ¢ Block shares surge
China looms as threat to U.S.
Cal Thomas - Tribune Media Services
June 10, 2005
America’s understandable preoccupation with terrorism and Iraq may have obscured the gathering threat of China as a formidable adversary.
Film festival promises quick-shooting showdown
By Sam Knowlton
June 10, 2005
America’s last land rush was unleashed from Caldwell in 1893. But June 3, 2005, marked the start of a modern rush, as 24 teams of filmmakers competed against one another to stake a claim of their own … for a place in local cinematic history.
Outlaws optimistic heading into Baker Classic
By Jesse Newell - Journal-World Sports Writer
June 10, 2005
Lawrence Outlaws coach Brad Romme knows his young team will face some difficult challenges at the Baker Classic tournament this weekend. The toughest of which might be rolling out of bed this morning.
Pioneers of NBA deserve better deal
By Mike Bianchi - The Orlando (Fla.) Sentinel
June 10, 2005
Let’s all give Shaquille O’Neal a big hand for offering to pay for the funeral of the great George Mikan, whose financially strapped wife accepted Shaq’s philanthropy and buried her husband this week.
Bolivia’s Supreme Court chief named president amid unrest
By Tyler Bridges - Knight Ridder Newspapers
June 10, 2005
Bolivia’s Supreme Court chief, Eduardo Rodriguez, became president of the beleaguered country late Thursday after Congress accepted outgoing President Carlos Mesa’s resignation and the first two officials in the line of succession stepped aside.
Local briefs
June 10, 2005
¢ Highest-ever finish for KU students’ race car ¢ Law students receive full-ride scholarships ¢ CASA awarded $7,000 grant ¢ Elite cyclists expected at Baldwin race
Oblivious
Filmmakers continue to ignore the obvious: Family films make more money than the seedy, violent ones.
June 10, 2005
Cash-strapped Hollywood still doesn’t get it. For a number of years, the evidence has been strong that family-oriented films make more money than more violent or suggestive movies aimed at adult audiences. Producers and their associates bemoan the fact they are not making money off their offerings yet they continue to ignore facts.
Reports advance voting, sentencing issues
David Broder - Washington Post Writers Group
June 10, 2005
Consensus is not sexy or exciting, but it has its uses, as two reports issued this week remind us. When people who are smart and experienced and willing to engage honestly with each other address a problem, they can really move toward a solution.
Horoscopes
Jacqueline Bigar
June 10, 2005
 
Road to Hollywood
Student Academy Award accelerates Lawrence director’s cinematic career
By Jon Niccum
June 10, 2005
On Sunday, Alonso Mayo will be attending his first Academy Awards. Unlike nominees at February’s star-studded, red carpet ceremony, Mayo won’t be wearing a tuxedo, and he’s not entirely sure who’s hosting the event. But he already knows he’s going to win.
Marriage proves dangerous game in ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’
By Jon Niccum
June 10, 2005
John Smith (Brad Pitt) sits before a therapist and begins to vent about his wife, Jane (Angelina Jolie). “There’s this huge space between us that’s filling up with everything we don’t say to each other. What’s that called?” “Marriage,” the therapist replies.
Miller murder case headed for trial
Defense attorney says wife knew about affair, death could be natural
By Janet Reid & Eric Weslander
June 10, 2005
The upcoming murder trial of a former Christian-school trustee will involve pornographic photos, disputed autopsy evidence, and differing interpretations of the victim’s muffled screams.
Guardsman’s wife has her own battles on home front
Wife deals with family emergencies while her husband is serving in Iraq
By Sophia Maines
June 10, 2005
Misty McCormick’s basement flooded. Her baby knocked his head at day care and needed 36 stitches. A Dora the Explorer doll trekked down the toilet and clogged the drain. The roof is leaking. And McCormick’s husband is 7,000 miles away. “Can anything else go wrong?” said McCormick, 24. “I’m just the bad luck person.”
Journal-World Web site wins international award
Online publication named Best Internet News Service
By Dave Toplikar
June 10, 2005
The Journal-World’s Web site, LJWorld.com, picked up an international honor Thursday as it received the EPpy Award for the Best Internet News Service.
Panel OKs standards criticizing evolution
Board to consider proposal next week
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Three State Board of Education members on Thursday approved proposed science standards designed to expose students to more criticism of evolution in the classroom, but one said the plan didn’t go far enough.
28-year-old still ‘unstoppable’ after losing his leg to cancer
By Alicia Henrikson
June 10, 2005
Brendon Allen, 28, rides his bike up to 20 miles on a given day and works more than 40 hours some weeks as a software engineer for Netopia in Lawrence. It’s an active lifestyle that takes energy and endurance - two things Allen didn’t have a lot of just months ago. Last year, doctors diagnosed him with osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer.
Body found in yard
Identity not released; no foul play suspected
By Jay Senter
June 10, 2005
Lawrence Police are investigating the death of an unidentified man after a west Lawrence property owner found his body Thursday evening in the backyard of a duplex.
Boil order issued for part of Jefferson County
By Jay Senter
June 10, 2005
A day after torrential rains drenched the Lake Dabinawa area in Jefferson County, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued a boil order for residents in Rural Water District 13.
Judge’s removal urged after porn incidents
The Associated Press
June 10, 2005
A panel overseeing judicial conduct has recommended that Saline County District Judge George Robertson be removed from his job for viewing Internet pornography on his office computer.
‘Thrilled to be here’
KU freshmen Chalmers, Wright attending classes
By Gary Bedore
June 10, 2005
Several high school basketball players are in Chicago this week showcasing their skills for scouts at the NBA predraft camp. But not Mario Chalmers and Julian Wright, who have arrived at Kansas University for summer school.
Fish-bowl effect affects Jayhawks
By Ryan Wood
June 10, 2005
While at Virginia Tech, Kansas University women’s basketball coach Bonnie Henrickson received a fresh reminder in the mail of just how public a life high-profile student-athletes have. One of her players, while leaving a shopping mall, threw a piece of trash out of her car window before zooming off.
Prep players upend second seed
By Andy Samuelson
June 10, 2005
A youth movement was taking its course Thursday at Alvamar Golf Course, but 15-year-old Eudora native Chase Chamberlin apparently wanted to drop the age limit even lower.
Royals denied sweep
San Francisco clips Kansas City, 9-7
By Janie McCauley - Associated Press Sports Writer
June 10, 2005
Felipe Alou frequently speaks of “stopping the bleeding.” Perhaps the San Francisco Giants have bandaged their troubles for a day. Edgardo Alfonzo hit a go-ahead single in the sixth inning, and pinch-hitter Pedro Feliz added a key two-run double, helping San Francisco snap a six-game home losing streak with a 9-7 victory over Kansas City on Thursday.
Spurs take early lead with easy win in Game 1
Ginobili’s free throw after Wallace technical sparks decisive 19-4 run in low-scoring affair
By Chris Sheridan - Associated Press Basketball Writer
June 10, 2005
Already a hero back home in Argentina, Manu Ginobili made himself pretty popular in this big ol’ Texas town. Ginobili started the game’s decisive surge by bowling over Ben Wallace early in the fourth quarter, a play that resulted in a disputed foul on Wallace and started the San Antonio Spurs on their way to an 84-69 victory in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night.
Horry usually in right place
San Antonio veteran has made reputation on making big shots
By Greg Beacham - Associated Press Sports Writer
June 10, 2005
Robert Horry knows he probably could have been a better player during the first 47 minutes of most games in his career. He could have scored more points, earned more accolades and made more money.
San Antonio’s Duncan reliable, as usual
Veteran big man provides early spark in Spurs’ series-opening victory
By T.A. Badger - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Tim Duncan carried the San Antonio Spurs early in Game 1, and then he got buried under a wave of Argentine flair. Duncan locked up his double-double well before halftime, and by the end of the Spurs’ 84-69 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night, he had 24 points and 17 rebounds.
Cubs, Red Sox to meet for first time since 1918
Rematch of long-ago Series set at Wrigley
By Nancy Armour - Associated Press National Writer
June 10, 2005
The black cat wandered from one dugout to the other and made its way toward the Chicago Cubs’ bullpen before disappearing into the Wrigley Field stands. How fitting.
Barmes says he was hurt carrying meat
The Associated Press
June 10, 2005
Colorado Rockies rookie shortstop Clint Barmes now says he was lugging a package of deer meat he got from teammate Todd Helton, not a bag of groceries, when he fell and broke his collarbone.
Bonds blasts book’s charges
Kittle: Slugger refused autograph for racial reasons
By Janie McCauley - Associated Press Sports Writer
June 10, 2005
Barry Bonds blasted former White Sox slugger Ron Kittle, whose recently released book quotes the San Francisco outfielder as saying “I don’t sign for white people” before a game at Wrigley Field 12 years ago.
Houston shows road swagger
Too comfortable at Minute Maid Park, Astros starting to learn way of the road
The Associated Press
June 10, 2005
Morgan Ensberg was so excited that the Houston Astros have started to find their way on the road, he didn’t know which teammate to credit first for this victory.
Slugging Seattle tops Marlins
No Florida baserunner gets past first base in loss
The Associated Press
June 10, 2005
Aaron Sele was winded after racing home from second base in the seventh inning. It may have been the only time he exerted himself all night.
Big 12 boosts funding for compliance
J-W Staff and Wire Reports
June 10, 2005
Big 12 Conference presidents have earmarked more money for enhanced NCAA compliance checks and other regulatory efforts.
KU’s Mims in NCAA finals
J-W Staff Reports
June 10, 2005
Kansas University senior Jeremy Mims qualified for the finals of the 800-meter event Thursday at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
Brown, Popovich have KU ties
J-W Staff Reports
June 10, 2005
Larry Brown and Gregg Popovich, the coaching protagonists in the NBA Finals that began Thursday night, have faced each other many times in the pro ranks.
Self visits NBA camp
Ex-Jayhawks ‘on the radar screen’
By Gary Bedore
June 10, 2005
Keith Langford and Aaron Miles saw a familiar face in the stands Thursday at the NBA Draft camp at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago.
Raiders hold off Topeka 400, 3-2
J-W Staff Reports
June 10, 2005
Lawrence’s Raiders stayed perfect on the season by tripping Topeka 400, 3-2, Thursday at Topeka Seaman’s field. Matt Wingert and Grant Meisenheimer scattered four hits and combined for the pitching victory for the Raiders (4-0).
Gogel fires 8-under 63
Ex-KU golfer leads tourney by three shots
June 10, 2005
The rush of excitement over the return of golf’s biggest names to the historic Congressional Country Club turned out to be a mere postscript to a landmark day. Former Kansas University golfer Matt Gogel, ranked No. 170 on the PGA Tour money list, teed off in the first group at 7 a.m. and set a Blue Course record with an 8-under 63 Thursday before lightning halted play in the Booz Allen Classic.
Catholic abuse case costs top $1 billion
By Rachel Zoll - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
The cost to the U.S. Roman Catholic Church of sexual predators in the priesthood has climbed past $1 billion, according to tallies by American bishops and an Associated Press review of known settlements.
Bush calls for extension of USA Patriot Act powers
By Jim VandeHei - The Washington Post
June 10, 2005
President Bush said Thursday that Congress must extend the government’s surveillance and law enforcement powers to track down potential terrorists, while crediting the USA Patriot Act with helping to thwart potential attacks.
Wheat harvest better, but still just ‘standard’
By Roxana Hegeman - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Jim Colborn slowly drove his grain-laden semi-truck around the storage bins at the Farmer’s Co-op elevator Wednesday as he brought in one of the early loads cut off his 2,000 acres of wheat.
Sergeant accused of murder testifies, breaks down on stand
Soldier faces two counts of premeditated murder
By John Milburn - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
An Army sergeant accused of a double murder took the witness stand Thursday to contradict a key prosecution witness’ version of events, breaking down as he described shooting a fellow soldier.
Top court rejects ban on private insurance
By Beth Duff-Brown - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Canada’s Supreme Court dealt a powerful blow to the state monopoly on health care Thursday, striking down a Quebec ban on private health insurance for services provided under the country’s Medicare system of universal coverage.
Border violence continues with police chief’s killing
By Olga R. Rodriguez - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Alejandro Dominguez was the only person brave enough to be police chief. Hours after he took office, assailants riddled his body with dozens of bullets in this city wracked by a turf battle between Mexico’s two main drug gangs.
Briefly - World
June 10, 2005
¢ President travels to meet with Bush ¢ Three arrested after teen’s disappearance ¢ Italian hostage released ¢ Baath Party backs political reforms ¢ Families mourn victims of deadly political riots ¢ Police investigate packages at embassies
People
June 10, 2005
¢ Cruise tries a little mockery with Leno on ‘Tonight Show’ ¢ Edwards family heads home after chemo treatments ¢ Delays may cost Seagal ¢ Cash offers accepted ¢ Jackson jury has short day ¢ Birthdays
Briefly - Nation
June 10, 2005
¢ Former sheriff charged in criminal operation ¢ Senate approves Pryor for appeals court ¢ Four Cubans in boat allowed to stay in U.S. ¢ Tropical storm Arlene churns toward Gulf ¢ Toddler found dead in day care center’s van
Father of missing children says they are safe
Kidnapping suspect says kids are with a ‘well-off family’
The Associated Press
June 10, 2005
A man who is set to stand trial in November after allegedly kidnapping his children told a newspaper that the children are with a “well-off family.”
On the Record
June 10, 2005
 
Lawrence Datebook
June 10, 2005
 
Substitute teachers, district to discuss wages, name change
By Sophia Maines
June 10, 2005
As Lawrence teachers press the district for pay raises, some substitute teachers feel a bit lost in the shuffle. A group - who call themselves the Lawrence Organization of Substitute Teachers or L.O.S.T - will meet with district officials Monday to discuss their concerns about stagnant wages and other issues.
Storms force evacuations
The Associated Press
June 10, 2005
Heavy rains from a slow-moving storm system centered on three counties in south central Kansas caused flash flooding that closed roads, including a stretch of Interstate 135 for a time, and forced evacuations of a few homes early Thursday.
Man dies who tried to stop theft
The Associated Press
June 10, 2005
A 29-year-old man who tried to stop a purse-snatching in a suburban shopping mall parking lot has died of injuries he sustained when he was dragged alongside the suspect’s getaway car.
Shark Boy, Lava Girl adventures sink
Roger Moore - Orlando Sentinel
June 10, 2005
Sometimes Robert Rodriguez has a novel idea that becomes a movie coup. “Spy Kids,” for instance, or the amazing-looking “Sin City.” And sometimes, he delivers a stinker.
British rock band inspires love, hate
By David Bauder - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
With some 20 million albums sold worldwide, it’s clear Coldplay has its share of fans. What surprises singer Chris Martin is all the people who actively hate the band. Coldplay doesn’t inspire much ambivalence.
‘West’ offers summer respite
Kevin McDonough
June 10, 2005
Sick of reality and repeats? TNT offers “Into the West” (7 p.m., TNT), a six-week miniseries produced on an epic scale by Steven Spielberg. “West” covers the settling of the region from the point of view of European explorers, trappers, ranchers and farmers, as well as the Native Americans they displaced.
Best Bets
June 10, 2005
 
Arts and Entertainment Calendar
June 10, 2005
 
Iraq adds Sunni Arabs to constitution committee
By Hamza Hendawi - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Iraq’s president averted a crisis Thursday by promising Sunni Arabs a big say in drafting the constitution - clearing the way for them to join a Shiite-dominated panel now working around the clock in a cavernous, dusty auditorium.
Biden calls on Bush to ‘level’ with Americans
By Carl P. Leubsdorf - The Dallas Morning News
June 10, 2005
A top congressional Democratic supporter of U.S. action in Iraq said Thursday that President Bush should make a nationally televised speech and “level with the American people” about the long road ahead there.
New regulations considered for ATVs
By Elizabeth Wolfe - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Kids are warned against riding large all-terrain vehicles meant for adults. But many ignore the advice, lured by the exhilaration of speeding along a dirt road or four-wheeling through the woods.
‘Babyface’ politicians have uphill battle, research says
By Donna Cassata - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Babyface is ideal for cooing infants, or as a nickname for singer-songwriter-producer Kenny Edmonds. In politicians, though, it’s often a losing look. Scientists have found that voters frequently pick the candidates with more mature looks, exuding competence, over those who have certain features - round face, big eyes, small nose, high forehead, small chin - associated with a babyface.
Children’s center expansion under way
Business director hopes to fill kindergarten void
By Mark Fagan
June 10, 2005
If Lawrence school district administrators can’t bring back all-day kindergarten anytime soon, Michelle Kueser plans to keep picking up the slack. Kueser, director of Princeton Children’s Center, is bracing for the center to add room for 56 school-age children - including kindergartners - for fall, filling in gaps for parents whose children need somewhere educational to go in the mornings or afternoons and during school breaks.
30-year mortgage rates spring back to 5.56 percent
By Martin Crutsinger - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
Rates on 30-year mortgages fell again this week, dropping to the lowest point since the spring of 2004, according to a nationwide survey.
Commodities
June 10, 2005
 
Buck still stops with president
Carl P. Leubsdorf - Dallas Morning News
June 10, 2005
Presidents hate to admit mistakes. This one seems to hate it even more than his predecessors. After all, it’s easier to blame one’s problems on someone else - especially an inviting political target. But history will render the ultimate verdict.
Greater threat
June 10, 2005
 
Other paths
June 10, 2005
 
Sense of direction
June 10, 2005
 
CASA success
June 10, 2005
 
Appeal filed to restore Nebraska’s prohibition of same-sex marriage
By Scott Bauer - Associated Press Writer
June 10, 2005
An appeal seeking to restore Nebraska’s ban on same-sex marriage was filed Thursday as expected. “We look forward to having another day in court and defending Nebraskans’ right to amend their constitution as they see fit,” Atty. Gen. Jon Bruning said, in a brief statement announcing the filing of the appeal.
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