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6Sports video: Self, Perkins meet

April 9, 2008

Less than 48 hours removed from Monday’s national championship, Kansas head coach Bill Self and athletic director Lew Perkins met this afternoon to discuss Self’s future at Kansas.

6Sports video: Wright cheers on former team from stands

By DJ Whetter

April 9, 2008

Former Jayhawk Julian Wright was in San Antonio on Monday to root on his old teammates. DJ Whetter has more.

6News video: Students seek historical signs

April 9, 2008

The hunt was on in downtown Lawrence today as junior high students took to the streets in search of bronze.

6News video: Language instructor awarded for creativity

April 9, 2008

One Lawrence teacher is being praised tonight for going above and beyond his students’ expectations. The students who nominated Stuart Strecker say his method of teaching helps them learn languages better.

6News video: Yoga keeps cancer survivor strong, calm

By Sophia Spencer

April 9, 2008

In this month’s segment of our series “Friend to Friend,” 6News reporter Sophia Spencer talks with a breast cancer survivor who was vigilant about exams.

6News video: Crews prep for demolition at Oread Inn site

April 9, 2008

Developers won’t say when bulldozers will be brought in to begin making room for the new Oread Inn.

6News video: City brings back bricks on Ohio street

By Jesse Fray

April 9, 2008

Construction crews strip away time in a historic Lawrence neighborhood. 6News reporter Jesse Fray has the story.

6News video: Coroner says Taser didn’t kill man

April 9, 2008

A Lawrence man who died after a run-in with law enforcement was not killed by use of a Taser stun gun.

6News video: Judge Kittel sworn in

April 9, 2008

Douglas County’s new judge officially takes the bench today.

6News video: KU fans get back to reality

By Lindsey Slater

April 9, 2008

KU holds the title to two championships this year: the NCAA basketball tournament and the Orange Bowl. But what do fans do now? 6News reporter Lindsey Slater has more.

6News video: Championship parade set for Sunday

April 9, 2008

Lawrence certainly loves a parade, and late today, Jayhawk fans learned they’ll have one this weekend.

Students search for history

Scavenger hunt part of after-school program

By Erin Castaneda

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A3

The hunt was on downtown Wednesday as Lawrence junior high students took to the streets in search of bronze.

Parade, awards ceremony Sunday will honor National Champs

J-W Staff Reports

April 9, 2008

Kansas University’s national championship men’s basketball team will be honored this Sunday, April 13, with a parade down Massachusetts Street in downtown Lawrence.

Self, Perkins meet, more on tap Thursday

By Gary Bedore

April 9, 2008

Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self and athletic director Lew Perkins met for 15 minutes on Wednesday to discuss the fifth-year coach’s future at KU.

Downtown parade for National Champion Jayhawks set for Sunday afternoon

April 9, 2008

A parade has been set for Sunday afternoon in downtown Lawrence to honor the Kansas University basketball team.

6News Now: Bricks reappearing on Ohio Street

April 9, 2008

In tonight’s 6News and tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, construction crews are stripping away time in a historic Lawrence neighborhood by exposing bricks on Ohio Street between Sixth and Eighth Streets.

Sports cancelations reported

J-W Staff Reports

09:58 a.m., April 9, 2008 Updated 03:51 p.m.

The Lawrence High School girls C-team softball game scheduled for Thursday has been canceled. No reschedule date has been set, according to the LHS Athletic Department.

Sorrentino: Deja vu avoided in Texas

By Eric Sorrentino

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B7

With 2:12 left in regulation of Kansas’ 75-68 overtime triumph against Memphis on Monday, similarities to the 2003 national championship against Syracuse were eerily present.

Legal issues scrutinized at abortion hearing

By Scott Rothschild

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A3

Attorneys for abortion provider Dr. George Tiller on Tuesday told the Kansas Supreme Court that a grand jury probe into Tiller constituted harassment and was having a “chilling effect” on the rights of women seeking abortions.

Tait: One last tipoff

By Matt Tait

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B5

With their 75-68 overtime victory over Memphis on Monday night in San Antonio, the Kansas Jayhawks put their final stamp on the 2007-08 college basketball season.

Commodities

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B11

Agriculture futures traded mostly higher Tuesday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for May delivery added 12.75 cents to $9.34; May corn rose 1.25 cents to $5.9125; May oats rose 4 cents to $3.705; May soybeans fell 3.5 cents to $12.515.

Bioscience funding set for KU Medical Center

By Mark Fagan

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B11

Kansas Bioscience Authority will pump $2 million into an effort to help Kansas University Medical Center attract biomedical startups to the Kansas City metro area.

Haitians storm palace and loot businesses

By Jonathan M. Katz - Associated Press Writer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A9

U.N. peacekeepers used rubber bullets and tear gas to chase away hungry Haitians who stormed the presidential palace Tuesday demanding the resignation of President Rene Preval. The riots over soaring food prices turned into looting as terrified residents huddled inside.

Crowd control

Law enforcement officers deserve credit for overseeing a relatively safe celebration of Monday’s Jayhawk victory.

J-W Editorials

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A10

The celebration of Kansas University’s national basketball championship in downtown Lawrence was not without incident, but, given the size and excitement of the crowd, relatively few problems were reported.

NBA Roundup

Associated Press

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B8

Scores from around the league.

Lady Vols claim eighth crown

By Doug Feinberg - Associated Press Sports Writer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B6

Injured or not, that bum left shoulder wasn’t enough to stop Candace Parker from hoisting that championship trophy one last time.

Tri-State contemplates nuclear plant in Colo.

By Scott Rothschild

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A3

The main utility company behind the controversial proposal to build coal-fired power plants in western Kansas also is considering constructing a nuclear plant.

Which shoe to choose?

Metal cleats have not made mark yet

By Matt Tait

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B5

Last summer, the National Federation of State High School Associations made changes to an old rule, allowing high school softball players to wear metal cleats during the 2008 season. So far, that change has not made much of a splash in Lawrence.

National League Roundup: Mets drop final opener at Shea

Associated Press

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B4

Carlos Delgado and the New York Mets botched the final home opener at Shea Stadium the same way they squandered a big lead in the NL East last year.

Roofers make headway on requiring licensure

By Chad Lawhorn

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A3

You don’t want a fiddler on the roof - you want a licensed roofer, several Lawrence contractors told city commissioners Tuesday evening.

High school notebook

J-W Staff Reports

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B5

Lawrence High’s varsity and junior varsity boys tennis programs found themselves in a unique situation at Saturday’s round-robin tournament at LHS. Both teams were in the same bracket, which meant they all got the chance to compete against each other in a regular season invitational.

American League Roundup: Royals roll in home debut

Associated Press

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B4

Raw, windy conditions made things miserable for pitchers Tuesday afternoon. It must not have done Alex Rodriguez any good, either.

Commentary: Memphis had it, but Kansas took it

By Dick Jerardi - Philadelphia Daily News

April 9, 2008

When legacies are on the line, it is no longer just a game. It becomes something bigger than the moment, something you can feel but not touch. And it makes even breathing difficult.

Marquette introduces new coach

Golden Eagles turn to ex-assistant Williams

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B2

Buzz Williams knows he’s not the kind of high-profile hire who will generate a lot of, well, buzz for Marquette basketball - at least not right away.

Investigators: Federal workers wasted millions

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A2

Federal employees charged millions of dollars for Internet dating, tailor-made suits, lingerie, lavish dinners and other questionable expenses to their government credit cards over a 15-month period, congressional auditors say.

Villagers worship baby born with 2 faces

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A2

A baby with two faces was born in a northern Indian village, where she is doing well and is being worshipped as the reincarnation of a Hindu goddess, her father said Tuesday.

Government accused of unleashing violence

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A2

Opponents of President Robert Mugabe accused his regime Tuesday of unleashing thugs to attack opposition supporters and seizing white-owned farms in an attempt to retain power. They called on other African powers to intervene.

Gas could peak at $4 a gallon this summer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A2

Retail gas prices could climb as high as $4 a gallon this summer, but prices at such lofty levels will make many Americans think twice about hitting the road this summer, the Energy Department said Tuesday.

American cancels up to 500 flights

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A2

American Airlines said it was canceling up to 500 flights Tuesday, potentially more than one-fifth of its schedule, to check the bundling of wires in some planes, the same issue that caused the airline to scrap more than 400 flights last month.

Iraq leaves many frustrated, general says in Senate hearing

By Robert Burns - Associated Press Writer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A2

After a long day of questions - and speeches masquerading as questions - the final hour of a Senate hearing featuring the Iraq war commander produced a revealing moment.

On the record

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A4

A 41-year-old Lawrence man reported the theft of $1,800 in items from a vehicle in the 600 block of Massachusetts Street. An IBM laptop and other items were stolen between 7 p.m. Saturday and 12:20 a.m. Sunday.

Coroner: Taser did not cause man’s death

By Sophia Maines

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A4

The Shawnee County Coroner’s Office on Tuesday called the recent death of a Lawrence man accidental and said it was not caused by use of a Taser stun gun.

Mr. Mayor goes to Washington

J-W Staff Reports

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A5

Mayor Mike Dever, Commissioner Sue Hack and City Manager David Corliss will represent the city on an upcoming trip to Washington, D.C., to meet with federal legislators.

19th Street work to proceed as planned

J-W Staff Reports

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A5

Commissioners unanimously agreed to move forward on plans to rebuild the intersection of 19th and Louisiana streets.

Commission supports earmark for shelter

J-W Staff Reports

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A5

City commissioners unanimously agreed to write a letter supporting the Lawrence Community Shelter’s efforts to win a $600,000 federal earmark to build a new homeless shelter.

Driver fights late merging ordinance

Associated Press

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A5

A man ticketed for merging late in a construction zone has filed a lawsuit challenging the way Overland Park applies its “no passing zones,” asking that the city be banned from enforcing the law on highways.

Popular textbook under fire

Government book is biased, student says

By Nancy Zuckerbrod - Associated Press Writer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on C12

Talk about a civics lesson: A high-school senior has raised questions about political bias in a popular textbook on U.S. government, and legal scholars and top scientists say the teen’s criticism is well-founded.

Athletes not unified on protests

By John Leicester - Associated Press Writer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on C12

Around the globe, athletes are plodding on lonely training runs, sweating in gyms and straining in pools, united by a common goal: to be faster, higher and stronger at the Beijing Olympics.

Iran expanding uranium process, president says

By Ali Akbar Dareini - Associated Press Writer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on C12

President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad announced major progress in Iran’s push for nuclear power, saying Tuesday that his nation was installing thousands of new uranium-enriching centrifuges and testing a much faster version of the device.

Water pipelines across the US breaking; repairs set at $277B

By Colleen Long - Associated Press Writer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on C12

Two hours north of New York City, a mile-long stream and a marsh the size of a football field have mysteriously formed along a country road. They are such a marvel that people come from miles around to drink the crystal-clear water, believing it is bubbling up from a hidden natural spring.

Cork pops on Alabama Wine Trail; some are welcoming it with boos

By Jay Reeves - Associated Press Writer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on C12

Alabama has all sorts of tourist trails - there’s one for civil rights, another for birds and yet another for old churches. The newest one was introduced Tuesday to promote the state’s wineries, but Baptists aren’t joining in the toast.

Are all-in-one printers the one for all?

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B11

More and more households are buying printers that do more than print. All-in-ones, as they are known, can print, scan, copy and, often, fax. And many cost no more than a plain printer and take up little more space.

Golf course group selects new CEO

By Mark Fagan

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B11

A Lawrence-based association with more than 100 employees in town and more than 20,000 members worldwide is getting a new boss.

Roberts’ seat will be tough to take

Associated Press

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B12

Democrats are pleased that former U.S. Rep. Jim Slattery is running for the U.S. Senate in Kansas, but a party leader on Tuesday called the race one of the toughest to win this year.

Meatout marks fourth year in Lawrence

By Sarah Henning

April 9, 2008 in print edition on C1

Vegetarians and meat-eaters alike can smell the veggie-friendly barbecue this weekend at Saturday’s Great American Meatout.

Tillers’ effectiveness, cost vary

By Gwyn Mellinger

April 9, 2008 in print edition on C1

For many vegetable growers, April is the most important month in the gardening cycle. People who do not plant early vegetables like greens, potatoes and cole crops - which is probably the majority of gardeners - usually turn the soil for the first time in April.

Fresh from the farm

Market vendors share favorite dishes from local products

By Sarah Henning

April 9, 2008 in print edition on C1

Mercedes Taylor-Puckett wants to help the Lawrence Farmers Market faithful. She wants to give shoppers the tools they need - recipes, cooking techniques, tasting sessions - to make the most of the market’s fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese, breads, meats and prepared foods.

People in the news

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B10

¢ George Clooney meets PM to discuss Darfur ¢ Braxton hospitalized with undisclosed illness ¢ Priest pleads guilty in Conan O’Brien case ¢ Report: Parker ends engagement with actor

Stars turn out for ‘Idol Gives Back’

By Kevin McDonough

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B10

For the second year running, “American Idol” (7 p.m., Fox) airs an “Idol Gives Back” night, a show focused on charity and studded with guest appearances by celebrated singers and stars, including Robin Williams, Celine Dion, Forest Whitaker, Billy Crystal, Dane Cook, Kiefer Sutherland, Jennifer Connolly and Amy Adams.

Horoscopes

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B10

You are in a golden moment this year. Others often want to share, brainstorm and socialize with you. Observe what makes you glow, and you will know what to fill your life with. If you are single, romance certainly will wing in your direction. If you are attached, keeping communication open means getting plenty of fuzzies.

Security tightened for Olympic torch relay

By Juliana Barbassa and Marcus Wohlsen - Associated Press Writers

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A7

Security was tightened on the Golden Gate Bridge and elsewhere around the city Tuesday as officials prepared for massive protests of China’s crackdown in Tibet during the Olympic torch’s only North American stop on its journey to Beijing.

Sect married girls at puberty, court documents reveal

By Michelle Roberts - Associated Press Writer

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A7

A polygamist compound with hundreds of children was rife with sexual abuse, child welfare officials allege in court documents, with girls spiritually married to much older men as soon as they reached puberty and boys groomed to perpetuate the cycle.

Rooting Roy

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A10

To the editor: The sweetest thing I’ve ever seen or ever will see was Roy Williams rooting for Kansas University against Memphis in the 2008 men’s NCAA basketball championship game with a KU sticker on his shirt.

Constituent view

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A10

To the editor: Rep. Tom Sloan, R-Lawrence, should be commended for his strong advocacy for renewable energy and energy conservation measures.

Tax waste

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A10

To the editor: We don’t need more taxes in Douglas County. The elected officials have wasted more money than most people will ever see.

Old Home Town - 100 years ago

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A10

From the Lawrence Daily World for April 9, 1908: “Doctors keep telling us the value of drinking a lot of water and yet many here are concerned about the quality of water from the local system.

Old Home Town - 40 years ago

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A10

About 1,000 people took part in a community memorial service here for Martin Luther King Jr., slain civil rights leader.

Old Home Town - 25 years ago

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A10

St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center, 1631 Crescent Rd., was planning to build a new home.

Dems send jumbled message on trade

By George Will

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A10

Hillary Clinton’s campaign, which is a guttering candle, has suffered a perhaps extinguishing gust of ill wind. Her principal strategist has been forced to resign from that role.

Jayhawk heart

Congratulations to the Kansas Jayhawks for a fun and exciting championship victory.

J-W Editorials

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A10

Any NCAA basketball coach will tell you that no team scores six straight NCAA Tournament victories to capture a national championship without at least a little bit of luck. The key is being able to answer the door when opportunity knocks.

Black support not deserved

By Leonard Pitts Jr.,

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A11

Dear Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick: So it’s a black thing? Not a sleaze thing, not a betrayal of the public trust thing, not a breaking the law thing? Just a black thing?

Choice should be informed

By Mike Hoeflich

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A11

In the nearly 14 years during which I have been writing this column I have never spoken of abortion. My reason for this is not political, it is personal.

Jayhawks on parade? No plan for one yet

By Chad Lawhorn

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A1

Prospects for a parade to celebrate Kansas University’s National Championship were a lot like the weather that greeted the team on Tuesday - cloudy at best.

Keegan: OSU not right fit for Self

By Tom Keegan

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B1

The last two Kansas basketball coaches who left the school did so after coaching in an NCAA title game, Larry Brown as the winner, Roy Williams as the runner-up. Could Bill Self make it three in a row?

The last laugh

President calls Self morning after title

By Gary Bedore

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B1

Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self had finally returned to his Hilton Hotel room at about 6 a.m. Tuesday, after he and his wife, Cindy, entertained relatives and childhood friends, as well as parents of his players into the wee hours of the morning.

Questions surround futures of Kansas trio

By Gary Bedore

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B1

The immediate future of Kansas University basketball looks rather rosy … provided billionaire booster T. Boone Pickens fails in his attempt to lure Bill Self to Oklahoma State.

A defining moment

The 10 best Big 12 games of the season

By Eric Sorrentino

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B7

When Mario Chalmers left his spot on the right wing and made his way toward the top of the key in a designed weave to get the junior guard the ball, a crowd of 43,257 at the Alamodome watched the release of the most historic and biggest shot in the history of the Big 12 Conference. Before Monday’s 75-68 KU victory, no Big 12 team ever had won the national title.

Title-game ratings down

April 9, 2008

Even with a dramatic finish, Monday’s championship game couldn’t match the TV ratings for last year’s final.

Public input sought on development plan

J-W Staff Reports

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A3

Lawrence-Douglas County planners are beginning work on a massive plan to guide how 4,000 acres along the Farmers Turnpike should develop.

Pump patrol

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A3

The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.17 at several locations.

More than 2,000 absent Tuesday

By George Diepenbrock

April 9, 2008

Some Lawrence public school students took an extra day Tuesday to celebrate the Jayhawks’ national championship.

Firebirds edge Lions on Senior Night

By Jason Elmquist

April 9, 2008 in print edition on B1

Senior Night was a battle for the Free State High girls swimming and diving team Tuesday at the Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center.

Post-game chaos doesn’t cause any major problems

By George Diepenbrock

April 9, 2008 in print edition on A1

Monday night’s massive national championship celebration left its mark on the city with broken windows, fights, two burned cars and dozens of injuries. But police say overall the night was a success, considering an estimated 40,000 people flocked downtown.