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Warden David McKune leads a media tour of the execution chamber at Lansing Correctional Facility, where lethal injections will be administered to a person being executed by an IV team located in another room. The U.S

Ukraine players celebrate at the end of the shootout against Switzerland. Ukraine made the most of its penalty kicks, winning 3-0 on Monday after the match finished 0-0 following extra time

Australia goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer fails to make a save on a penalty kick by Italy's Francesco Totti during the quarterfinals of the World Cup. Totti's goal was the game-winner in Italy's 1-0 victory Monday at Kaiserslautern, Germany

Asheville Tourists' manager Joe Mikulik (20) dives into second base as he argues with the first base umpire after he was ejected from a baseball game as Lexington Legends' Koby Clemens (8) looks on during the fifth inning of a single A minor league

Mikulik's tantrum Sunday in Lexington, Ky., included plenty of jawing with officials, center, and an ugly headfirst slide into second base, right, and earned him a $1,000 fine Monday night

Asheville Tourists manager Joe Mikulik, at right in photo, walks away with second base in the fifth inning after being ejected during game against the Lexington Legends

Oregon State players lift closer Kevin Gunderson as they celebrate their 3-2 victory over North Carolina in the deciding game of the College World Series. OSU claimed its first national baseball title Monday in Omaha, Neb

Oregon State players life closer Kevin Gunderson(6) as they celebrate their 3-2 victory against North Carolina in the deciding game of the College World Series. With Monday's victory at Omaha, Neb

Red Sox manager Terry Francona, left, congratulates David Ortiz after Ortiz hit a single that drove in the winning run in the 12th inning. The Red Sox beat the Phillies, 8-7, Monday in Boston

Sophomore quarterback Rhett Bomar could help lead the Oklahoma University football team to the best record in the Big 12 Conference during the 2006 season

Audra Roberts, Baldwin, right, donates money to Jessie Ann Lusher, executive director of Douglas County Senior Services

Miles Davis' contributions to jazz are being remembered this year, when he would have celebrated his 80th birthday. CDs, a DVD, a book, a movie and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are a few of the ways the music icon is being honored

Bystanders wait around the scene of a crash in which a car was reportedly forced off the road and into a mobile home around 10:30 p.m. Monday evening in the Gaslight Village mobile home park on West 31st Street

Heavy storms caused flooding and downed trees and power lines Monday in the Washington, D.C., area, including this large elm tree that fell at President Bush's doorstep in front of the White House

Customers visit the Yello Sub property Monday at 12th and Indiana streets. The owner of the business said he's not worried about plans by a Manhattan attorney to turn the corner into a new, mixed-use development

A protester burns an American flag to protest President Bush's second inauguration during a march in Portland, Ore., in this Jan. 20, 2005, file photo

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Homeless shelter proposal fails to advance: By Chad Lawhorn; June 27, 2006; Southwest Lawrence residents Tuesday were left to wait and wonder whether a controversial downtown homeless shelter will move into a vacant nursing home in their neighborhood.
Another day in the 80s: Cooler-than-average temperatures continue; By Dave Toplikar; June 27, 2006; If you like mild temperatures and sunny skies, you’ll like today’s weather forecast.
Yello Sub’s future up in air: Building’s owner supports plan for redevelopment; By Ron Knox; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A1; A planned new development at 12th and Indiana streets on the fringe of the Kansas University campus may mean big changes for Yello Sub, a longtime favorite sandwich shop for students and other residents.
Breast-cancer experts debate: Mammogram or MRI?: Both screening devices hold risks for women predisposed to disease; By Judy Peres - The Chicago Tribune; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A1; High-risk women who rely on mammograms as a weapon against breast cancer may actually increase their chances of getting the disease, according to preliminary research released Monday.
Bombs kill 40 after insurgents make offer for reconciliation: By Steven R. Hurst and Qassim Abdul-Zahra - Associated Press Writers; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A7; Bombs killed at least 40 people at markets in two Iraqi cities Monday, hours after key lawmakers said seven Sunni Arab insurgent groups offered the government a conditional truce.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B6
Watkins’ words making big impact: Former Jayhawk releases first book of poetry through own company; By Ryan Wood; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C1; Life keeps coming 100 mph at Travis Watkins. And the former Kansas University football player is relishing every minute of it.
Despite ruling, executions still years away: By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A5; A serial killer, two brothers tied to five deaths and other convicted Kansas murderers face execution again because of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling Monday, but the state isn’t likely to put anyone to death for at least a few years.
Death penalty upheld: Supreme Court ruling sets new direction; By Stephen Henderson - Knight Ridder Newspapers; June 27, 2006; A Monday ruling making it easier for Kansas jurors to impose the death penalty may be the first sign that the Supreme Court’s two new justices will tip the balance away from tighter restrictions on capital punishment.
District analyzes suspension numbers: Board meeting hears report, interprets data; By Dave Ranney; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B1; Some students cause more trouble than others. Last year, 230 students accounted for Lawrence school district’s 1,367 in- and out-of-school junior high suspensions; 210 high schoolers accounted for the 808 suspensions.
LHS grad lauded for initiative: Berkeley professor named one of ‘50 Who Matter Now’; By Mark Fagan; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C8; Business and financial big-timers Steve Jobs, Ben Bernanke, Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey and Jeff Bezos now can add another industry accolade to their already sparkling resumes.
Japanese calligraphy course ascribes beauty to writing: By Sophia Maines; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B1; In Japan, it is called shodo, the way of writing. But to Sanae Eda, it is like music.
KU Med talks spur bioscience concerns: Lawmakers: research partnerships may hurt initiative; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B1; Talks between the Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan., and hospitals on the Missouri side over possible research partnerships have raised concerns among some legislative leaders.
Mayor appoints Sebelius adviser to Planning Commission: By Chad Lawhorn; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B1; One of Gov. Kathleen Sebelius’ top aides is set to become the newest member of the Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commission.
France, Spain study in contrasts: By Karl Ritter - Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C6; Spain is quick, confident and eager to shed its tag as underachiever. France, full of veterans from its 1998 World Cup title, looks to dispel the impression it is too old to win.
No margin for error: Italy wins on penalty kick in final seconds, Ukraine outlasts Switzerland in shootout; By Robert Millward - Associated Press Soccer Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C6; The Socceroos were tough on Italy. The referee was tougher on Australia.
Brazil wary of upstart Ghana: By Tales Azzoni - Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C6; Brazil coach Carlos Alberto Parreira sees a specter hovering above the second-round game with Ghana.
Referees not winning many friends in Germany: By John Pye - Associated Press Sports Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C6; Their ranks include a tax inspector, a tire salesman, even an airline pilot. Then they step on the soccer field, and become referees.
Rampaging minor-league skipper fined: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C5; Once the umpire called Roger Clemens’ kid safe, a minor-league manager threw a major-league tantrum that would have made Lou Piniella, Earl Weaver and Tommy Lasorda proud.
Wedge, Gibbons added to AL All-Star staff: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C5; Cleveland manager Eric Wedge and Toronto manager John Gibbons will serve as American League coaches at next month’s All-Star game.
One of Carolina’s four errors especially costly: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C5; Of North Carolina’s four errors in a 3-2 loss to Oregon State in the College World Series championship game, Bryan Steed’s proved the most costly.
Underdog Beavers prove doubters wrong: Oregon State claims first baseball title with 3-2 victory over North Carolina; The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C5; Oregon State was an underdog the moment it took the field at the College World Series.
Ortiz comes through again: Slugger helps Red Sox sink Phillies in extra innings; The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C3; Playing against the National League put David Ortiz in postseason form.
Tour de France clinic slated at Sunflower: J-W Staff Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C3; Sunflower Outdoor & Bike Shop will hold its annual free clinic “The Tour de France for Dummies” at 8 p.m. Thursday at the store, 804 Mass.
KU’s Horton third at junior track: J-W Staff Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C3; Kansas University freshman Stephanie Horton took third place in the shot put at the 2006 Finish Line USA Junior Outdoor Track & Field Championships.
Wood: Big 12 returns to normal: Expect traditional powers to dominate this fall; By Ryan Wood; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C1; Think a coaching change is a life saver from day one? History has something to say about that.
Redick can shoot, but is he alone?: Duke marksman has best range in draft, but history proves that shooters often are made, not born; By Michael Wilbon - The Washington Post; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C1; –-
Wimbledon washed away by rain: Hingis starts strong, but weather wipes out opening day; The Associated Press; June 27, 2006; Martina Hingis played at Wimbledon for the first time since 2001, and it was as though she never left. Those crafty strokes. Well-timed net rushes. And rain. Ah, yes, rain.
Coaches to trade hoops for tees: Self, Huggins face off today in Skins Game; By Gary Bedore; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C1; Bill Self and Bob Huggins figure to engage in some memorable battles on the bench in coming basketball seasons.
Grass variety proves hazardous to wildlife: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B2; The grass variety once considered a solution for ranchers looking to build Missouri’s cattle industry is now being described much differently - as a nuisance.
On the record: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B2
Lawrence Datebook: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B2
Prince and Beyonce headline: By Kevin McDonough; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A2; Damon Wayans hosts “BET Awards ‘06” (7 p.m., BET), honoring individual achievement in music, movies and sports. Musical guests include Beyonce and Prince as well as Jamie Foxx, Busta Rhymes, Ne-Yo, Chris Brown, Keyshia Cole, Lil Wayne, Mary Mary, Mary J. Blige and T.I.
People in the news: June 27, 2006 in print edition on A2; ¢ A scolding for Boy George ¢ Now Bogie has a place ¢ Superman goes back to Iowa ¢ Rowling hints at ending
Recalling the Birth of the Cool: By Jeff Douglas - Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A2; To say 2006 is a busy year for Miles Davis and the estate of the late jazz virtuoso would be like saying Davis was a decent trumpet player.
Court reinstates conviction in Internet sex case: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B3; An appeals court on Monday reinstated the conviction of a Mission Hills, Kan., attorney accused of using an Internet chat service to solicit sex from someone he believed to be a 14-year-old girl.
Crash wrecks vehicle, home: By Ron Knox; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B3; Lawrence Police searched late Monday night for a man suspected of aggravated assault after a truck railroaded another car into the side of a trailer home.
Fort Hays site ready to get makeover: J-W Staff Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B3; The Fort Hays State Historic Site is getting a major facelift, beginning in July after it was awarded state and local grants totaling $238,000.
Woodard, Brett to chair state fitness council: J-W Staff Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B3; Former Kansas University basketball great Lynette Woodard and baseball Hall of Famer George Brett were named honorary co-chairs of the Governor’s Council on Fitness.
Ex-husband faces assault charges: J-W Staff Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B3; A 44-year-old Lawrence man was arrested Sunday for allegedly assaulting his former wife.
Torrential rain closes Washington landmarks, floods suburban streets: By David Dishneau -Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A3; ore than a foot of rain washed out highways around the nation’s capital Monday, toppled a 100-year-old elm tree on the White House lawn and caused flooding that closed major government departments and the National Archives, where the Declaration of Independence is kept under glass.
Congress focuses on changes at FEMA: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A3; Ten months after Hurricane Katrina exposed failures at all levels of government, Congress is seeking to avert another debacle the next time the country faces a catastrophic natural disaster or terrorist attack - and its focus is the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Blazes hit fire academy, strand canyon visitors: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A3; Lightning-sparked wildfires burned across more than 50,000 acres of northern Nevada on Monday, closing Interstate 80 for a second day, forcing evacuations in some rural areas and even claiming most of the training grounds at a state fire academy.
Insect experts battle Africanized bees: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A3; During the past year, bees - specifically the super-aggressive Africanized insects - have posed a growing public safety hazard in Florida. Dubbed “killer bees” in B-movies and tabloids, these small but fierce insects were transported from Africa to Brazil in the 1950s in a failed attempt to boost honey production.
Nearly 50,000 workers to leave GM, Delphi: By Tom Krisher - Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A3; About 47,600 hourly workers have decided to leave General Motors Corp. and Delphi Corp. through buyout or early retirement offers, accelerating the distressed companies’ plans to cut costs by paring their work forces.
Congress questions Bush’s claims he can ignore laws: By Laurie Kellman - Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A3; Sen. John McCain thought he had a deal when President Bush, faced with a veto-proof margin in Congress, agreed to sign a bill banning the torture of detainees. Not quite.
Kansas children ranked 12th in country in newest survey: By Dave Ranney; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A4; In Kansas in 2004, one of every eight children lived in poverty.
Flag-burning amendment still not expected to fly in Senate: By James Kuhnhenn - Knight Ridder Newspapers; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A1; The first time the U.S. Supreme Court weighed in on desecration of the nation’s flag, the subject was beer.
Court enters global warming debate: J-W Wire Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A5; The Supreme Court entered the debate over global warming Monday, agreeing at the urging of environmentalists to rule on whether new cars, trucks and power plants must be further regulated to slow climate change.
From the mice of babes: Children can be a parent’s best weapon against online dangers; - The Associated Press contributed to this report.; June 27, 2006 in print edition on D1; Debbie Ice-Turner admits she’s restrictive when it comes to what her 9-year-old son, Derrick, can do on the Internet.
Kids Count shows fewer teens having babies, but more are poor: By Stephen Ohlemacher - Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A4; Fewer teenagers are having babies or dropping out of high school since the start of the decade, but slightly more live in poverty with parents who don’t work year round.
Library announces July film series: June 27, 2006 in print edition on D2; The Lawrence Public Library will celebrate July with a “Dance and Romance” film series.
Patrol seeks fuel deals: June 27, 2006; The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.69 at several locations.
Filmmakers give copy of DVD to Sebelius: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B1; Two Lawrence filmmakers met with Gov. Kathleen Sebelius on Monday and gave her a DVD of their new documentary about hurricane-ravaged New Orleans.
Postal Service Road work halts delivery of mail: J-W Staff Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B1; Construction on a portion of Kasold Drive is affecting mail delivery for 11 homeowners along the busy street.
More guns found near downtown bar: J-W Staff Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B1; Lawrence police early Sunday confiscated three guns, including an assault rifle, found in a pickup truck parked in the 700 block of New Hampshire Street.
Leader quits, raising hopes for violence’s end: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A6; East Timor’s prime minister bowed to mounting pressure and resigned Monday, setting off raucous celebrations and raising hopes for an end to months of political paralysis and violence in Asia’s newest nation.
Israeli leader pledges response after kidnapping of soldier: By Josef Federman - Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C8; With troops poised to invade Gaza, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert on Monday ruled out bargaining with the captors of an Israeli soldier and promised a “broad and ongoing” military offensive.
New president elected and PM nominated: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A6; Vietnamese legislators on Tuesday elected the Communist Party chief for Ho Chi Minh City as the country’s new president in a leadership shuffle.
Carbon dioxide to be pumped underground: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A6; Japan hopes to slash greenhouse gas emissions and fight global warming with a revolutionary plan to pump carbon dioxide into underground storage reservoirs instead of releasing it into the atmosphere, an official said Monday.
Leader says he wants Islamic government: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A6; The radical cleric named to lead the Muslim militia controlling most of Somalia’s south said Monday that he envisions an Islamic state, a stand likely to reinforce U.S. fears the nation could become a haven for extremists.
Post-election peace is ‘a lull’ in Haiti’s desperation, violence: By Carol J. Williams - Los Angeles Times; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A6; Just a short walk from the gang-ruled slum he calls home, on a street he was afraid to tread less than six months ago, Eligene Mondesir has found the first paying job of his 55-year lifetime.
First bear to roam Bavarian Alps in over 150 years meets his end: By Jeffrey Fleishman - Los Angeles Times; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A6; Bruno has eaten his last sheep. The 220-pound brown bear who knocked over honey pots and ravaged livestock, who roamed the Bavarian Alps like an outlaw on the run, eluding farmers and Finnish hounds, was tracked by three hunters and shot just after dawn on a partly cloudy Monday.
Commodities: June 27, 2006 in print edition on C8
Humanities Tourism director serves on council: J-W Staff Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C8; Judy Billings, executive vice president of the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce and director of the Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau, begins a one-year term as immediate past chairwoman of the Kansas Humanities Council on Saturday.
Landscaping Nursery manager earns certification: J-W Staff Reports; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C8; Lyle Turner, nursery manager for Lawrence Landscape Inc., recently passed an exam to receive the Certified Landscape Professional designation from the Professional Landscape Network, known as PLANET.
Lawrencians at their best when rubbing elbows: By Joel Mathis; June 27, 2006 in print edition on D1; Everybody needs a little Sousa now and again.
Treanor Architects adds shareholders: J-W Editorials; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C8; Lawrence-based Treanor Architects has four new shareholders on its board of directors: Vance Kelley, Andrew Pitts, Sharon Schmitz and Joe Stramberg.
What’s really behind ‘lower’ mutual fund costs: By Jeff Brown; June 27, 2006 in print edition on C8; Hypocrisy alert: The mutual-fund industry is grabbing credit it doesn’t deserve - again.
Horoscopes: By Jacqueline Bigar; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B5; For Tuesday, June 27
Bush criticizes news media for disclosing program to monitor banking transactions: By Peter Wallsten and Greg Miller - Los Angeles Times; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A7; President Bush criticized newspapers on Monday for disclosing a secret U.S. government program monitoring international banking transactions, calling the disclosures a “disgraceful” act that could assist terrorists.
White House plays down reports of troop withdrawals: By Tom Raum - Associated Press Writer; June 27, 2006 in print edition on A7; A Pentagon troop withdrawal plan is among options being considered for Iraq, the White House said Monday. President Bush said U.S. troop levels will be determined by military commanders, the new Iraqi government and conditions on the ground.
K-State endorses program to increase ESL teachers: The Associated Press; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B8; Kansas State University is promoting a program to increase the number of elementary school teachers who have special training to teach students whose first language is not English.
‘Cool kids’ might regret shunning family time to hang with friends: Dr. Wes Crenshaw & Marissa Ballard; June 27, 2006 in print edition on D1; Dr. Wes: At 16 I came to the sudden realization that I didn’t really want to go camping with my parents in Colorado.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B6
Repeat offender: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B6; The ability to follow state election laws would seem to be a key qualification for any candidate for Kansas secretary of state.
Wheels of justice: J-W Editorials; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B6; Kansas soon will start rolling toward its first execution in more than 40 years.
Asia is key to global warming agreement: By Peter Brown; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B6; Thanks to Al Gore’s movie, the global-warming debate is back on our political radar screen. We can let the scientists sort out the accuracy of his vision of a world tilting toward ruin.
Unlikely allies backing insurance reform: By Ronald Brownstein - Los Angeles Times; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B6; When organized labor’s most inventive union president and the Republican lawmaker in line to chair the powerful House Ways and Means Committee both tout the same revolutionary idea, it might be time to lend an ear.
Iraqi wishes: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B7; To the editor: In a recent USA Today/ CNN/Gallup Poll (the most extensive to date), only a third of the Iraqi people now believe that the American-led occupation of their country is helping;
War motives: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B7; To the editor: Seven war protesters were arrested Thursday at the Armed Forces Recruiting Center. The immediate issue they were addressing was the massacre of Iraqi civilians at Haditha.
Religious labels: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B7; To the editor: I appreciate the opportunity Carl Burkhead has given me when he commented in last Thursday’s Public Forum and labeled the Ecumenical Christian Ministries at KU as composed of “pantheists” and his surprise with Plymouth Congregational, First Presbyterian and First Baptist churches also hosting CrossWalk America.
Another sin: June 27, 2006 in print edition on B7; To the editor: Commenting on the views of the new presiding-bishop designate of my church, Cal Thomas writes, “If homosexual practice is not sin, what is?”
Summer saps his ambition: By Garrison Keillor; June 27, 2006 in print edition on B7; White custardy clouds in the blueberry sky and here I am, sprawled on a chaise on the porch, ambition leaking out of me like water through cupped hands. Ambition has left the building. Hello, summer.

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