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Police arrest suspect for hitting pedestrian with car: March 25, 2007; But downtown Lawrence was not calm all night as police responded to a call shortly after 2 a.m. in which a pedestrian had been struck by a car in the 700 block of Massachusetts Street.
Local teachers feeling major time crunch: By Deanna Richards; March 25, 2007; Ever wish there were more hours in the day? That’s something Lawrence teachers find themselves wishing for all too often.
KU men disappointed with loss to UCLA: March 25, 2007; If someone would have told you KU forced UCLA into a season high 25 turnovers, you’d think the Jayhawks would have a pretty good chance to win the ball game. Unfortunately, Bill Self’s squad gave it away 21 times of its own and missed 19 easy shots to see its season come to an end last night.
Big shots propel Bruins past Jayhawks: By Kevin Romary; March 25, 2007; 6Sports director Kevin Romary was at the HP Pavilion last night as a wrap up from San Jose.
Jayhawks still missing clutch batting in close games: March 25, 2007; Switching gears to the diamond now where today the Kansas baseball team tried to steal a series from 14th ranked Oklahoma State at Hoglund Ballpark.
State considering new crop near Junction City: By Christine Metz; March 25, 2007; Could the fields around Junction City sprout rice paddies? State and local officials like the idea of growing a ground-breaking crop on the land.
Mass Street quiet as fans somber after KU loss: March 25, 2007; Before we knew the outcome of last night’s game, thousands sat on the edge of their seats, hoping KU would make a return to trip to the Final Four.
Over population of wild pigs a growing problem: March 25, 2007; There’s a new problem rooting is way into rural Douglas County - anywhere from 100-1000 pigs have been released into the land around Clinton Lake for hunting.
Kline doubts another elected office in his future: March 25, 2007; Former Kansas attorney general Phill Kline says he doubts he’ll seek another elected office.
Jayhawks return to Lawrence early Sunday morning: By Steve Vockrodt; March 25, 2007; It started with a crowd of two. John Coleman and his friend, Don McCoy, both from Bonner Springs, were the first to arrive at Allen Fieldhouse at about 3:30 a.m. on Sunday morning.
Woods stretches lead to four at CA: Garcia spits into the cup after missing short putt; Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C2; Tiger Woods set the tone early with a 4-iron that cut through the stiff wind and landed 10 feet away for eagle. He kept everyone at a distance Saturday by avoiding calamity on the Blue Monster’s brutal closing hole.
Political notebook: J-W Staff Reports; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B2; The organization that represents Lawrence’s 900-plus public school teachers announced Friday it has endorsed four candidates running for Lawrence’s school board. Voters will pick four of the eight candidates running in the April 3 general election.
White House, GOP senator back Gonzales: By Lara Jakes Jordan - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; The White House and a key Republican senator reaffirmed support Saturday for Attorney General Alberto Gonzales even as Democrats questioned his credibility for apparently misrepresenting his role in firing eight federal prosecutors.
Kansas files 1st federal case under child protection law: By Roxana Hegeman - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B3; Just hours after meeting in St. Louis with U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales over child protection initiatives, U.S. Attorney Eric Melgren called for a news conference the following day on the first federal case in Kansas under the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act.
People in the news: March 25, 2007 in print edition on A2; ¢ Elton John to extend record at Madison Square Garden ¢ Snoop Dogg’s London visit in doubt after visa denied ¢ Original cast to return for final ‘Harry Potter’ films ¢ Richards, Anderson sued concerning scuffle in Canada ¢ Vivica Fox charged in Los Angeles with drunken driving
Mexican-American hopes promotion leads to more diversity in department: By Jonathan Kealing; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; Miguel Armenta’s proudest day was almost 10 years ago when he was hired as a firefighter with Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical.
State mulls adding K-10 toll road: Department of Transportation looking for ways to pay for additional lanes; By Elvyn J. Jones - ejones@theworldco.info; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; Kendra Bearden pumped 12 gallons of gas into her car this week at Eudora’s Kwik Shop in preparation for her daily commute on Kansas Highway 10 to her job in Lenexa.
Pricey T-shirts challenge premium denim as objects of fashion status: By Katherine Nguyen - The Orange County Register; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D6; Forget about T-shirts being the most affordable part of your wardrobe. Say hello to the new school of $100 T’s.
At 50, EU faces identity issues: By Jeffrey Fleishman - Los Angeles Times; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; After the outrage and cussing subsided, you could almost hear the national chuckle over a proposal by the European Union that Germany post speed limits on 3,700 miles of autobahn as a way to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
Oden lifts OSU to Final Four: Freshman star larger than life in win against Memphis; By Jaime Aron - Associated Press Sports Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C4; Ohio State coach Thad Matta looked down the bench and locked eyes with Greg Oden. The big man, sitting out with three fouls, nodded.
Extra Minutes: UCLA 68, Kansas 55: By Ryan Greene; March 25, 2007; Tying up loose ends from what proved to be the final game in KU’s 33-5 season. The Jayhawks struggled mightily on offense for the game’s final 25 minutes against a UCLA team which now makes its second straight trip to the Final Four.
KU golfers in sixth: J-W Staff Reports; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; Freshman Emily Powers shot a second-round 72, while senior Amanda Costner carded a 73 as the Kansas University women’s golf team sits in sixth place at the MountainView Collegiate.
KU rowers open season: J-W Staff Reports; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; The Kansas University women’s rowing team opened its 2007 spring season Saturday with a six-race regatta against Texas and SMU at Burcham Park.
Gambling bill clears first House hurdle: By Carl Manning - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B5; Tourist-attracting casinos and slot machines at race tracks were a step closer to reality when the House gave first-round approval to the idea after more than a dozen hours of sometimes contentious and emotional debate.
Wichita State still plans to install piece made by artist who shot dog 30 years ago: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B4; Wichita State University still plans to install a sculpture by Tom Otterness on campus, despite discovering that Otterness was filmed 30 years ago shooting and killing a dog.
(B)ruined!: KU devastated after season-ending loss; By Gary Bedore; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C1; Bill Self unfastened the top button on his shirt, loosened his tie and, with an ashen face, paced ahead of his Kansas University basketball players out a tunnel toward the locker room Saturday night.
Afflalo makes few mistakes: By Ryan Wood; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C7; Snipping down the nets never gets old.
Stay or go? Wait and see: Rush in no rush; others say they’ll return; By Ryan Greene; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C5; The one question lingering, waiting to be asked as soon as the season ended, “Stay or go?” was put to bed quickly and firmly by two Kansas University basketball players Saturday.
Religion renews its pull on U.S. politics: By Ellen Goodman; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B7; He’s not exactly a profile in courage. After all, Pete Stark is 75 and has represented his liberal district near San Francisco for more than 30 years. It’s unlikely that he’ll be tarred and feathered or sent packing for admitting that he’s, well, a godless politician.
Mixed strategies improve pet adoptions: By William Hageman - McClatchy Newspapers; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D8; In terms of playing on animal lovers’ emotions, a current run of Pedigree Food for Dogs TV commercials ranks right up there with “Old Yeller” and “My Dog Skip.”
Eating: It’s just too much fun to let old habits die: By Marcia McFarlane - BoomerGirl.com blogger; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D4; Long before potato chips were uniformly molded and stacked in tubular canisters, and decades before candy bars were reduced to small, round pellets sold by the bag, we had plenty of treats in my childhood home. We didn’t need novelties and gimmicky packaging to fill our bellies with junk food.
Horoscopes: March 25, 2007 in print edition on D6
Griffey, Big Unit back in action: Wang headed to DL with hamstring injury; Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C9; Ken Griffey Jr. and Randy Johnson are beginning to get healthy. The New York Yankees, however, will be without their top starting pitcher for at least a month.
Suicide bombers wreak havoc across Iraq: By Christian Berthelsen - Los Angeles Times; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A11; Suicide bombers struck in force across Iraq on Saturday, killing at least 46 people and wounding scores more in an explosion of street violence after days of relative calm.
Company’s plan for modified rice creates debate: Ventria Bioscience seeks approval to plant genetically altered crop in fields near Junction City; By Christine Metz - cmetz@ljworld.com; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A1; The small paddies of rice that are expected to sprout this year near Junction City hold much promise for Kansas.
Special need: March 25, 2007 in print edition on B6; To the editor: Most of us are aware by now of the extensive pet food recall going on. News coverage has been thorough, and information on the recalled brands and recommended actions for pet owners has been readily available.
Couple are honored for farming success: J-W Staff Reports; March 25, 2007 in print edition on E1; Roger and Sue Pine, of rural Douglas County, were named a Kansas Master Farmer and Master Farm Homemaker for 2006.
Commentary: Bruins deserved this: By Steve Dilbeck - Los Angeles Daily News; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C6; They celebrated, but not too wildly. Donned their regional championship hats and T-shirts, hugged, waved to the crowd.
Public grows disenchanted with GOP: By David Broder; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B6; Six years of Republican control in Washington have taken a toll on the country - and the GOP is paying the price politically. Instead of the Bush administration ushering in a new era of GOP dominance, as Karl Rove hoped, it has set the stage for a Democratic resurgence.
Mouse makes off with man’s dentures: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A9; Never underestimate a mouse’s determination.
Diminutive Duck ready for next test: By Skip Myslenski - Chicago Tribune; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C4; His twin sister, Teneea, used to dunk on him.
Mormon church objects to angel on T-shirts: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A12; For a coffee shop, T-shirts of a Mormon angel with java flowing into his trumpet are selling well. But they don’t have the blessing of religious leaders.
Bankruptcies: March 25, 2007 in print edition on E1; Douglas County residents or businesses filing for bankruptcy protection for the week ended Thursday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the District of Kansas, according to court records:
Livable cities: March 25, 2007 in print edition on B6; To the editor: In this election we should be paying more attention to Bill Gates.
Lawsuit filed over cat found living in office: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A9; The custody battle over Carl the Cat is going to trial.
Iraq bill veto would slow aid for citrus farmers: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A9; A bill promising $40 million in federal aid for a citrus industry recovering from this winter’s deep freeze is likely to collapse because it’s attached to an Iraq supplemental funding bill that the president is expected to veto.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago: March 25, 2007 in print edition on B7
Commentary: Rush, Afflalo should cash in soon: By Tim Dahlberg - Associated Press Sports Columnist; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C2; One was almost certainly playing his last game before trading his class schedule for instant riches in the NBA. The other will play at least once more before he, too, becomes a millionaire.
Jeb Bush denied honorary UF degree, named honorary alumnus instead: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A12; Former Gov. Jeb Bush was denied an honorary degree at the University of Florida - but he can still call himself an honorary alumnus.
U.N. Security Council approves new sanctions against Iran: By Alexandra Olson - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; The U.N. Security Council unanimously voted Saturday to impose additional sanctions against Iran for its refusal to stop enriching uranium - a move intended to show Tehran that defiance will leave it increasingly isolated.
Two books target women travelers willing to splurge: By Sue Kovach Shuman - The Washington Post; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D3; BOOKS: “50 Best Girlfriends Getaways in North America,” by Marybeth Bond (National Geographic, $15.95) and “Fly Solo: The 50 Best Places on Earth for a Girl to Travel Alone,” by Teresa Rodriguez Williamson (Perigee Trade, $15.95) TARGET AUDIENCE: Women travelers, whether they’re into “togethering” or are restless for solo adventures.
Silly stunts often can harm hunters’ rights: Turkey ‘shoot’ in Pennsylvania leads to animal cruelty charges; By Eric Sharp - Detroit Free Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C12; With steelhead fishing unpredictable, ice getting iffy and the spring walleye runs still a week or so away, a lot of outdoors people are getting restless looking for things to keep them occupied.
Contractor: Remains of 9/11 victims fill potholes: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; The pulverized remains of bodies from the World Trade Center disaster site were used by city workers to fill ruts and potholes, a city contractor says in a sworn affidavit filed Friday in Manhattan Federal Court.
Heel, Hoya coaches were there in 1982: By Ben Walker - Associated Press National Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C4; The night Michael Jordan made that shot, Roy Williams and John Thompson III were inside the Superdome, too. They also have memories from 25 years ago.
‘Ugly and brutal’ game sends fans in San Jose packing: By Mark Fagan; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A10; Jack Merriman is a fan of Brandon Rush. Watched Brandon Rush. Even dressed up like Brandon Rush.
U.S. voters deserve honest debate on key topics: By David Shribman; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B7; Some 18 months from now, some jerk, probably me, will write a column saying that the 2008 presidential candidates have let the country down and that many important issues have gone unaddressed. Someone writes that column every four years, and it always gets huzzahs.
Riley: Wade’s shoulder making some progress: March 25, 2007 in print edition on C10; NBA finals MVP Dwyane Wade’s dislocated left shoulder is “healing and tightening up,” Miami coach Pat Riley said Saturday.
Britain demands release of seized sailors: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; Britain demanded the safe return of 15 sailors and marines held by Irananian forces, while the rhetoric out of Tehran escalated.
Chickens slaughtered after bird flu found: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; Farm workers cried and protested as Bangladesh continued to slaughter chickens Saturday as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the deadly H5N1 strain of the bird flu virus, officials said.
On the record: March 25, 2007 in print edition on B2
Old Home Town - 25 years ago: March 25, 2007 in print edition on B7
East Lawrence residents, owner disagree over fate of historic house: By Chad Lawhorn; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; To members of the East Lawrence Neighborhood Association, the house at 1211 R.I. looks like an 1870s home that needs some work.
Strong earthquake strikes Japan: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; A strong earthquake struck Japan early Sunday, killing at least one person, violently shaking buildings and triggering two very small tsunamis that hit the coast, officials and media reports said.
Lawrence Datebook: March 25, 2007 in print edition on B2
Ashwood has an answer: KU starter stymies Cowboys in bounce-back win; By Jeff Fedotin; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; One day after Oklahoma State’s baseball team blasted Kansas University for 14 runs, the Jayhawks silenced one of the Big 12 Conference’s best offensive teams Saturday with a 6-3 victory at Hoglund Ballpark.
Nation’s oldest fish hatchery to get expanded visitors center: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B8; The national fish hatchery in this southwest Missouri town is a big attraction for school groups and tourists, but only a few people at a time can squeeze into its modest visitors center.
Royals banish Berroa to Omaha: Newly acquired Pena Jr. will start at shortstop for Kansas City; Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C9; The Kansas City Royals optioned shortstop Angel Berroa, the 2003 American League Rookie of the year, to Triple-A Omaha on Saturday.
Fire marshal resigns after consulting psychic: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; A fire marshal who admitted consulting online psychics at work didn’t need a crystal ball to tell him it was time to resign.
Turkey hunts scheduled near Topeka: Wildlife and Parks; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C12; Jeffrey Energy Center west of Topeka will be the site of three youth turkey hunts in April.
Dozens protest Cuba travel restrictions: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; A small crowd of mostly Cuban exiles gathered on a sidewalk Saturday to express frustration with the Bush administration’s restrictions on traveling to the communist island to visit family.
Myths persist about bird as pets: By Dr. Don Palermo - McClatchy Newspapers; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D8; Individuals are likely to differ as to which attributes of companion birds are desirable and which are undesirable. Before choosing a companion bird, a perspective owner may want to give careful consideration to the following questions.
Group says restaurant discriminated against gays: By Steve Brisendine - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B3; Four women repeated their claim Friday that they were told to leave an IHOP restaurant because two of them kissed.
Bass Pass tournament termed ‘total success’: Wildlife and Parks; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C12; Kansas’ first tournament using of the state’s new Bass Pass went off without a hitch March 10 at La Cygne Lake.
China chooses rising star to lead Shanghai: March 25, 2007 in print edition on A11; The Chinese Communist Party announced Saturday that it had chosen an economic reformer and rising star to oversee Shanghai, replacing an official who was ousted in a corruption scandal.
City ousts manager planning sex change: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A9; In the most closely watched hearing of this small city’s 102-year history, supporters made emotional pleas late into the night Friday to convince Largo commissioners that City Manager Steve Stanton, who has announced he is having a sex change, deserves to keep his job.
Trout permit needed, whether fishing for trout or not: Wildlife and Parks; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C12; A new fishing regulation mandates that during the Kansas trout season (Oct. 15 to April 15), some waters stocked with trout require a trout permit whether fishing for trout or not.
Rice appeals to Arab allies in pursuit of Mideast peace: By Bay Fang - Chicago Tribune; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A11; On her first stop in a drive through the Middle East to breathe life into a long-dormant peace process, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice focused on rallying Arab allies to revive an old initiative.
President: Congress must settle disputes: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; President Bush accused the Democratic-led Congress of wasting taxpayers’ time picking fights with the White House instead of resolving disputes over money for U.S. troops and the firings of the U.S. attorneys.
Fueling the future: Development of alternative energy a driving force in biotech’s ‘third wave’; By Paul Elias - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on E1; Biotechnology was first applied in medicine, then farming. Today, dozens of lifesaving drugs are on the market, while many crops are genetically engineered to withstand weed killers.
Loophole leads to Morris signing: By Steve Adamek - The Record (Hackensack N.J.); March 25, 2007 in print edition on C10; Randolph Morris’ college season ended Sunday when Kentucky lost to Kansas in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
Crossword tournament seeks bigger venue: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; Synonym for farewell. Seven letters.
Real U.S. coins used to make mold in collectible glassware: By Ralph and Terry Kovel; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D5; Government regulations for sales of antiques have always been confusing. Today it is illegal to sell anything made with eagle feathers, even if the item was made years before the Endangered Species Act passed.
Ask questions before building a child’s play set: By Pat Rubin - McClatchy-Tribune News Services; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D7; There are three basic choices for parents wanting to build a play set for their kids, says Scott Schulz, owner of Rainbow Play Systems of Sacramento, Calif.
Jayhawks go deep in Big 12 opener: Late homers save KU in extra-inning win; J-W Staff Reports; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; The Kansas University softball team figured the long ball worked so well forcing extra innings, why not use it one more time once it got there?
Lawyers: Disability rules not clear to veterans: By Michael Gilbert - McClatchy Newspapers; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; The Army is rethinking the way it evaluates wounded and injured soldiers who are no longer fit for duty because of post-traumatic stress disorder and certain other conditions.
Legal workers: March 25, 2007 in print edition on B6; To the editor: Robert M. Tyler’s March 15 letter “Modern slavery,” on the exploitation of immigrant workers by unscrupulous employers, is good, but he confuses matters by using the word “illegal.”
Perez pleased with his progress: Kansas City starter tosses five solid innings; bullpen falters; Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C9; After languishing in the Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen to start last season, a midseason trade to Kansas City gave Odalis Perez a fresh start. Now in his first full season with the Royals, Perez is making the most of it.
Kansas basketball notebook: By Gary Bedore; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C7; Bill Self definitely felt the fourth time in the Elite Eight would be the charm.
Keep cleaning supplies handy with new pets: McClatchy Newspapers; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D8; Everyone loves to bring a new puppy or kitten into the family. But while fun and cuddly, it’s important to remember that until an animal is housebroken, accidents inside the home are a common occurrence.
Conference on chimps welcomes Goodall: By Carla K. Johnson - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; Jane Goodall, the world’s best-known observer of chimpanzee behavior, watched the chimps at Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo on Saturday while a crowd of zoo-goers gathered to watch her.
Woman guilty of murder by antifreeze: Suspect convicted in boyfriend’s death while serving life sentence for husband’s murder; Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A12; A former 911 operator was convicted Saturday of murdering her boyfriend by poisoning him with antifreeze.
Lions finish 1-2 on long road trip: J-W Staff Reports; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; The Lawrence High baseball team split a pair of games against two of Oklahoma’s best squads.
Poet’s Showcase: March 25, 2007 in print edition on D3; ‘In a Baghdad Market’ by Max Sutton.
Hype springs eternal, at least in cosmetics’ anti-aging industry: By Shari Roan - Los Angeles Times; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D4; Proteins from a glacier. Extracts from rice. Eye cream from white peonies. Face-firming activators. Swiss cellular de-agers. Chanel. La Prairie. Creme de la Mer. Dr. Jessica Wu. Dr. Nicholas Perricone. Dr. Sebagh. Drs. Rodan & Fields.
Fighting ‘antis’ keeps group busy: By Lew Freedman - Chicago Tribune; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C12; The U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance is the eye-in-the-sky for hunters, the watchdog group fighting back against the “antis,” as animal rights activists who hate hunting are called. The group guards the backs of sportsmen nationwide.
Credibility gone: March 25, 2007 in print edition on B6; To the editor: Public attention is drawn nearly every day to suspected cover-up of wrongdoing by either President Bush, Vice President Cheney, appointed officials or the White House staff. The credibility of this administration can’t become much worse than it is now.
Britney Spears’ fortune, by the numbers: Star remains on top, financially; By Jane Ridley - New York Daily News; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A2; Britney Spears may well have found her stint in rehab taxing, but her biggest challenge lies ahead: Settling her divorce from Kevin Federline and fighting the complex custody battle over their sons.
Ambassador to share piece of little-known Asian kingdom: By Eric Weslander; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; In the tiny mountain kingdom of Bhutan, the king once said he viewed “gross national happiness” as the best measure of the nation’s health.
Deadline rejection may cause showdown: Northern Ireland Protestants don’t agree to share power with Catholics; By Shawn Pogatchnik - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; Northern Ireland’s main Protestant party on Saturday rejected a British deadline to share power with Catholics, officials said, launching a showdown that could end in the collapse of the territory’s legislature.
Church vows to continue protesting at funeral despite law: By Carrie Spencer Ghose - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A5; Members of a Kansas church that pickets the funerals of dead soldiers say they will continue with plans for a protest Monday in northeast Ohio, despite a decision by a federal court upholding the state’s law limiting where they may stand.
Senator questions CIA’s secret prisons: By Katherine Shrader - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; The chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee is questioning whether the CIA’s secret prison program - which he fears has become a black eye to the United States - should continue.
Subprime loans help many become homeowners: By Jeff Brown; March 25, 2007 in print edition on E1; Don’t get me wrong - I don’t want to defend sleazy lending practices that have hurt homeowners who have subprime mortgages.
Dejected, yet faithful: Jayhawk fans optimistic about next year’s season; By Mark Fagan; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A1; Awash in a sea of fans clad in baby blue - and, more importantly, an opportunistic lineup of sharp-shooting UCLA Bruins - Kansas fans once again are headed into the offseason with a postseason loss, this time one win away from the Final Four.
Downtown deflated after regional-final loss: By Steve Vockrodt; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A1; Moments after Saturday night’s Kansas University basketball game ended, Massachusetts Street suddenly clogged with honking cars.
Looking ahead: Everyone loves a tax cut, but Kansans may not like the future fallout from the number of cuts now being considered by state legislators.; J-W Editorials; March 25, 2007 in print edition on B6; It seems that a modest increase in state revenue is burning a proverbial hole in the pockets of some Kansas legislators.
Keegan: UCLA had edge in poise: By Tom Keegan; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C1; Missed the West Regional final and don’t have time to watch the entire replay? Just watch the last first-half possession for each team and you’ve seen it all.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago: March 25, 2007 in print edition on B7
Orchestra in tune with Kansas: Musicians to work with Lawrence students; By Terry Rombeck; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D1; Holly Hamilton performs dozens of times each year at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., one of the premier concert halls in the country.
Dance across Lawrence expected to draw variety of participants: By Mindie Paget; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D2; Anti-war protesters and the honk-for-hemp guy are mainstays on Saturdays at 11th and Massachusetts streets. Next weekend, they’ll have some particularly graceful company.
Best-sellers: The New York Times; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D3
Near miss: Ingrid Bergman bio reveals ‘Casablanca’ stars never wanted to appear in the film; By Bob Thomas - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D3; A new biography of Ingrid Bergman casts fresh light on the making of the 1942 classic “Casablanca,” in which none of its three stars wanted to appear. They never suspected that their roles would become the best-remembered of their careers.
Rebel with a cause: Lawrence native sets beauty, currency as destinations in dance; By Mindie Paget; March 25, 2007 in print edition on D1; Karole Armitage didn’t set out to be a rebel. For most of her first 20 years of life, she executed pirouettes and jetes in pretty tutus as a classical ballerina. When that started feeling rigid and automatic, she ditched Europe for New York and became a modern dancer.
Trial heart stents pass key safety tests: Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on A7; A new crop of experimental heart stents have passed some key safety and effectiveness tests and may one day offer alternatives to the controversial stents currently used to keep unclogged arteries open, doctors reported Saturday.
Today’s capsules: By Mike Huguenin - The Orlando Sentinel; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C4; No. 1 North Carolina vs. No. 2 Georgetown and No. 1 Florida vs. No. 3 Oregon.
Brown sets hurdles mark: J-W Staff Reports; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; Junior Ashley Brown set a school record in the women’s 100-meter hurdles Saturday at the season-opening Tulsa Duels.
Rutgers wins stunner: Duke star misses tying free-throw tries; Associated Press; March 25, 2007 in print edition on C8; Rutgers’ season was over, or so it seemed. Less than a second remained, and the ACC’s player of the year was headed to the free-throw line to shoot mighty Duke back into the regional finals.

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