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Polls
How many members of the 2007-08 KU national championship basketball team do you expect to be NBA draftees next month?
Response Percent
4
 
 40%
3
 
 29%
5
 
 13%
2
 
 10%
6
 
 5%
1
 
 0%
Total 2392
What is your initial reaction to Grand Theft Auto IV?
Response Percent
I don’t buy any video games
 
 46%
I love it
 
 18%
I don’t buy violent video games
 
 17%
I haven’t bought it yet
 
 8%
I don’t like it
 
 5%
It’s OK
 
 4%
Total 276
Videos

Lead stories

6:00 a.m.
A crew with HDD of Lawrence, who manages the mobile home trailer court on First St. in North Lawrence, clean up around a home that was damaged by a fallen tree in the May 2, 2008, a.m. storm while workers with Westar Energy repair a power-line behind the trailer at left . A large tree landed across the bedroom end of the mobile home. The occupants were watching t.v in the living-room and where not injured. Siren sound off
By Mike Belt
May 12, 2008 in print edition on 3A
Douglas County leaders are trying to strike a delicate balance when it comes to sounding outdoor tornado warning sirens. “I don’t want it to go off every time a cloud comes out of the southwest,” County Commissioner Bob Johnson said during Monday’s commission meeting.
8:00 a.m.
Wheat grows in an otherwise empty field at the northwestern corner of Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive that is the site of a planned Wal-Mart store. The city has granted a building permit to the retailer, and construction is expected to begin soon. “We’re looking at a grand opening of around mid-to-late spring of 2009,” Wal-Mart spokeswoman Angie Stoner said. Wal-Mart nearly ready to build city’s new store
By Chad Lawhorn
May 13, 2008 in print edition on 3A
It will be the summer of Wal-Mart. Leaders with the world’s largest retailer have been granted a city building permit to begin construction on its $9.5 million store at the northwestern corner of Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive.
12:00 p.m.
Kansas basketball coach Bill Self, center, jokes during a visit to Boys Town, Neb. Self visited Boys Town — near Omaha — on Wednesday. Self may give assist to sports facility
By George Diepenbrock
May 13, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Lawrence school district administrators have had talks with Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self’s Assists Foundation about developing a health and wellness campus that could also include a school district sports facility.
4:00 p.m.
Tracy Williams is the Lawrence school district’s new staff wellness coordinator. Friday at school district headquarters, 110 McDonald Drive, she joined other district employees in a variety of activities and a healthy luncheon. Wellness coordinator jump-starting new job
By George Diepenbrock
May 13, 2008 in print edition on 5A
Tracy Williams says in her new job, sometimes people are afraid to eat in front of her. “I say, ‘Hey, I like to have a piece of chocolate every now and again, too, but in moderation,’” said the Lawrence school district’s new wellness coordinator.
10:00 p.m.
A new entrance to the Kansas University campus will soon be under construction near 13th Street and Oread Avenue, near the Adams Alumni Center. This view from the seventh floor of Fraser Hall shows Jayhawk Boulevard at center with Dyche Hall at left in foreground and Spooner Hall at right. Downtown Lawrence is visible just below the horizon at right. Strategic plan charts course to 2015
By Jonathan Kealing
May 13, 2008 in print edition on 3A
By 2015, Kansas University would like all incoming students to have high-quality academic backgrounds, be active in extracurriculars and have a focus on community service. The university would like all graduates to meet certain benchmarks, such as having an interest and capacity for research, being aware of global issues and diversity, and exhibiting strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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6News video: City may combine transit services with KU
By Jesse Fray
May 13, 2008
As the city's bus system fights for survival, the mayor is looking to save 'The T.' A meeting with KU officials could keep the wheels rolling on the city's bus system.
6News video: New sports complexes headed for Lawrence
By Lindsey Slater
May 13, 2008
Lawrence schools get the ball rolling on a new sports complexes. Now they're looking to team up with Bill Self and his foundation.
6News video: Wilco concert to hinder downtown pedestrian access
May 13, 2008
A Grammy-award winning band heads to Lawrence tomorrow - and it could impact your commute.
6News video: Unique festival headed for downtown Lawrence
May 13, 2008
Downtown Lawrence will be a crazy place come mid-August - and not just because KU students return to town. Downtown Lawrence Inc. - and a local entertainment company - are planning a unique festival.
6News video: Area organizations receive art grants
May 13, 2008
Tonight, several events and organizations received a grant from the city's arts commission.
6News video: Preliminary hearing set for stabbing suspect
May 13, 2008
A man accused of stabbing a homeless man inside the Lawrence Community Shelter will have a preliminary hearing June 5th.
6News video: Financial relief headed for cemetery customers?
May 13, 2008
Financial relief could be on the way to customers of a Lawrence cemetery with a history of problems.
6News video: Kansas University charts course to 2015
May 13, 2008
By 2015, Kansas University wants all students to have high-quality academic backgrounds, be active in extracurricular activities, and have a focus on community service.
6News video: YMCA could be headed to Lawrence
May 13, 2008
The YMCA is looking to bring its Christian message of health to Lawrence.
6News video: Students rally after school break-in
May 13, 2008
Students at Veritas Christian School prove that nothing can stand in their way - not even theft. Many items around the school were stolen during a break-in, but one class was hit harder than the others.
6News video: Home once occupied by basketball legend could become historic site
May 13, 2008
The Historic Sites Board of Review announces its 15 nominations up for consideration for the National Register of Historic Places.
6Sports video: KU seniors to play charity hoops game
May 13, 2008
The seniors from the National Champion Kansas basketball team have one game left on the Lawrence hardwood. It takes place tomorrow night at Lawrence High School as part of the Barnstormers Tour.
6Sports video: Former KU guard lands assistant coaching position
May 13, 2008
For KU basketball guard Michael Lee has landed an assistant coaching position at the Division 1 level.
6Sports video: Tonganoxie baseball season over after loss
May 13, 2008
The Hayden Wildcats defeated the Tonganoxie Chieftains by a final score of 6-2.
6Sports video: Ryne Price ready for K-State series
By Andrew Baker
May 13, 2008
The Kansas baseball team readies itself for this weekend's series with K-State. Senior Ryne Price is hoping the season doesn't end on Sunday. If Ryne can continue to do what he's done for four straight years, the Jayhawks should have no problem advancing to next week's Big 12 tournament.
Strategic plan charts course to 2015
Work by 3 task forces ready for input from faculty, staff and students
By Jonathan Kealing
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A3
By 2015, Kansas University would like all incoming students to have high-quality academic backgrounds, be active in extracurriculars and have a focus on community service. The university would like all graduates to meet certain benchmarks, such as having an interest and capacity for research, being aware of global issues and diversity, and exhibiting strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Lawrence High baseball regional moved
J-W Staff Reports
05:04 p.m., May 13, 2008 Updated 05:24 p.m.
The Lawrence High School baseball regional game scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday against Manhattan has been moved from Washburn University to SCABA park in Lake Shawnee.
6News Now: YMCA may come to Lawrence
May 13, 2008
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, the YMCA is looking to bring its Christian message of health to Lawrence, and there is a chance of evening thunderstorms.
Lee named assistant coach at Gardner-Webb
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008
Former Kansas University guard Mike Lee, who this past year served as a graduate assistant under Bill Self, accepted a job on Tuesday to become an assistant coach at Gardner-Webb University in Boiling Springs, N.C. Gardner-Webb, which made news early last season by upsetting Kentucky 84-68 in Lexington, returns four starters from a 16-16 squad that made the Atlantic Sun Conference semifinals for the third time in four years.
KU Hospital board endorses modification to affiliation agreement
Members of the planned Cancer Partners Advisory Board will be called affiliates of the Midwest Cancer Alliance
By Jonathan Kealing
May 13, 2008
The Kansas University Hospital Authority board endorsed a technical addendum to its affiliation agreement with KU Medical Center and KU Physicians Inc., in order to advance discussions on a planned Cancer Partners Advisory Board.
Style tips work in cool spring weather
The Washington Post
May 13, 2008 in print edition on C1
Want to shop smart? Consider adding these five pieces to your closet — they’ll work well now and see you through summer in style.
Doube Take: Former spouse’s behavior difficult to explain to children
By Dr. Wes Crenshaw & Julia Davidson
May 13, 2008 in print edition on C1
Dear Dr. Wes & Julia: When walking through the minefield of divorce it’s difficult to determine where to step. One wrong move, and what had seemed a safe path blows up in your face. The (nonresidential) father of my children ranging in age from 10-22 has adopted a lifestyle very different than the one we as a couple modeled for our children.
Classroom confidential
Journal-World Angle members offer students advice on school success
May 13, 2008 in print edition on C1
Featuring essays by Sarah Robinson, Alexandra Hoopes, Molly Lockwood, & Hawley Montgomery.
Going out on top
Jon Wefald has done an outstanding job as president of Kansas State University.
J-W Editorials
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A7
Kansas State University President Jon Wefald has done a terrific job of leading the university for the past 22 years. Monday, he announced he plans to retire at the end of the 2008-09 academic year.
Clinton should do the ‘right’ thing
By Rosa Brooks - Special to the Los Angeles Times
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A7
Is it finally time for Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton to give up?
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A7
The Lawrence school district was offering teachers a pay package with a 5.2 percent increase while the teachers had asked for an 18 percent boost.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A7
From the Lawrence Daily World for May 13, 1908: “The county commissioners have unveiled plans for a new jail due to be built at a cost of about $25,000.
Chamber role
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce is seeking a new president and CEO. This presents an opportunity to rethink the role of the chamber in economic development.
City funding
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: Every day, we hear how the city is strapped for funds. Talk is of fuel cost increases for the T, but little about the increases for police, fire, medical, trash and other services. How will those impact the budget?
Stopping debt needs a catchy slogan
By Michelle Singletary
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B7
A coalition of consumer advocates, public policy groups and academics wants to attack our country’s dependence on debt by creating a national campaign much like the one used to curb smoking.
Sprint Nextel loses 1M subscribers; deficit widens
By David Twiddy - Associated Press Writer
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B7
Sprint Nextel Corp.’s Dan Hesse had little good news to share Monday on the eve of addressing his first shareholder meeting as chief executive of the troubled wireless carrier.
Wendy’s receives Bert Nash award
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B7
Wendy’s, 523 W. 23rd St., received the Employer of the Year Award from Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center during an annual awards ceremony Friday for the center’s Supported Employment Program. Accepting the award was Sandy Summers, store manager.
Chamber appoints search committees
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B7
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce on Monday announced the members of two committees that will help find a replacement for Lavern Squier, who resigned earlier this year as the organization’s president and chief executive officer.
Commodities
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B7
Agriculture futures traded mostly lower Monday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for July delivery added 1 cent to $8.055 July corn fell 14.5 cents to $6.1475; July oats lost 3 cents to $4.10; July soybeans dropped 15.5 cents to $13.425.
Horoscopes
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B6
This year you deal with problems differently than in the past. Creativity is the biggest product of your imagination. You start seeing more possibilities and enjoying your life more. If you are single, you will have to come up with a good excuse to stay that way. If you are attached, your relationship warms up and a newfound connection evolves.
Women in the mob share reflections
By Kevin McDonough
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B6
Nearly a year has passed since the final episode of “The Sopranos,” and we’re still wondering whether Tony got to enjoy that order of onion rings. Part of what stood out was Tony’s relationships with women.
People in the news
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B6
• R. Kelly trial in jury selection • NBC anoints Fallon as ‘Late Night’ successor • Neverland Ranch saved from auction • McCartney, Mills divorce a step closer • David Byrne to use building as instrument
KSU President Wefald to retire
By John Milburn - Associated Press Writer
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B8
Kansas State University President Jon Wefald announced Monday he plans to retire at the end of the next academic year. He is 70.
Study: Painkillers don’t prevent Alzheimer’s
By Carla K. Johnson - Associated Press Writer
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A8
Results from a large government experiment are dimming hopes that two common painkillers can prevent Alzheimer’s disease or slow mental decline in older people.
Tornado was likely death blow for town
McClatchy Newspapers
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A8
A tornado did what the federal government could not. Ellis Jones had been a holdout in the government’s quest to pay everyone to leave Picher, contaminated from its long-closed lead mines.
Justices’ recusals allow apartheid case to proceed
Associated Press
May 13, 2008 in print edition on C8
For one day at least, a Supreme Court case came down to the justices’ investment ideas, not their legal philosophies.
Democrats pressing to expand GI bill
By Anne Flaherty - Associated Press Writer
May 13, 2008 in print edition on C8
Congressional Democrats are pushing what could become the most dramatic expansion of college aid for military veterans since World War II, with a bill they hope will buoy them this election season and become an albatross for Republicans.
Dramatic wind energy growth foreseen
By H. Josef Hebert - Associated Press Writer
May 13, 2008 in print edition on C8
Two decades from now Americans could get as much electricity from windmills as from nuclear power plants, according to a government report that lays out a possible plan for wind energy growth.
Cash still king of graduation gifts
By Mark Fagan
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B7
Although spending will be down for gifts this graduation season, cash will continue to be king amid renditions of “Pomp and Circumstance,” according to a new survey.
Barnstorming Tour comes to Lawrence High Wednesday night
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008
Kansas University's men's basketball seniors will hold their final Barnstorming Tour game of the postseason on Wednesday night at Lawrence High's gym. KU seniors Sasha Kaun, Russell Robinson, Darnell Jackson, Jeremy Case, Rodrick Stewart and Brad Witherspoon will sign autographs from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m., Wednesday with a game to follow at 7:30 p.m.. Tickets are on sale for $10 at the LHS cafeteria. The event is a benefit for the Devin McAnderson Medical Fund.
Wellness coordinator jump-starting new job
By George Diepenbrock
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A5
Tracy Williams says in her new job, sometimes people are afraid to eat in front of her. “I say, ‘Hey, I like to have a piece of chocolate every now and again, too, but in moderation,’” said the Lawrence school district’s new wellness coordinator.
On the record
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A4
A 27-year-old Lawrence man reported the theft of a gray 1992 GMC Suburban, valued at $3,000, from the 2500 block of Harper Street. The incident occurred between 1:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. Monday.
Arts Center preschool looking for assistant
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A4
Lawrence Arts Center Arts Preschool is looking for a classroom assistant to interact with and assist children from 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 a.m. and from 12:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact Linda Reimond at 843-2787 for more information.
Livestrong sponsoring walk on KU campus
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A4
Livestrong KU will host a free Campus Walk today to raise money to fight cancer.
Government dismissive of vaccine link to autism
Associated Press
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A6
Parents claiming that childhood vaccines cause autism should not be rewarded by the courts when the scientific community has already rejected any link, government lawyers argued Monday on the first day of a hearing in federal court.
Hundreds arrested in immigration raid
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A6
Federal immigration agents raided a northeastern Iowa meat processing plant Monday, arresting more than 300 people and housing many of them at a converted fairgrounds.
Big city crime rises as funding drops
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A6
Violent crime has increased in some large cities in recent years in part because local police are too cash-strapped to fight it, the ATF chief said Monday.
Relief supplies for cyclone victims arrive in Myanmar
Associated Press
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A2
A U.S. plane ferried relief to Myanmar for the first time Monday to help nearly 2 million cyclone victims facing disease and starvation.
China earthquake death toll at 10,000 and climbing
By William Foreman - Associated Press Writer
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A2
A powerful earthquake toppled buildings, schools and chemical plants Monday in central China, killing about 10,000 people and trapping untold numbers in mounds of concrete, steel and earth in the country’s worst quake in three decades.
Libertarian bid for White House launched
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A2
Former Republican Rep. Bob Barr launched a Libertarian Party presidential bid Monday, saying voters are hungry for an alternative to the status quo who would dramatically cut the federal government.
Wildfires force more evacuations
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A2
Dry, windy weather fueled several wildfires on Florida’s central Atlantic coast Monday, damaging more than 50 homes and driving hundreds of residents away as the governor declared a state of emergency.
Marine Corps, Army exceed recruiting goals
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A2
The Marine Corps far surpassed its recruiting goal last month and could eventually be more than a year ahead of schedule in its plan to grow the force to 202,000 members.
Exxon seeks $800M over gas, oil leases
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A2
Exxon Mobil Corp. asked Monday that Alaska pay $800 million in damages, claiming the state breached a deal when it revoked gas and oil leases on a North Slope oil field.
Pump patrol
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.55 at BP, 19th Street and Haskell Avenue.
Administrator stepping down
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A3
Lindy Eakin, Kansas University’s longtime vice provost for administration and finance, is stepping down from that role to become an instructor in the history department.
American League Roundup: Triple play can’t save Tribe
Associated Press
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B4
Asdrubal Cabrera turned the 14th unassisted triple play in major-league history, but it wasn’t enough for Cleveland. Toronto beat Cleveland, 3-0, to salvage a split of the doubleheader.
National League Roundup: Braves end road skid in nightcap
Associated Press
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B4
Tim Hudson limited Pittsburgh to two hits and an unearned run over seven innings, and Atlanta halted its seven-game road losing slide with an 8-1 victory that concluded Monday’s doubleheader.
Commentary: Belichick a coach, not a criminal
By Wallace Matthews - Newsday
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B2
For the past eight years, Bill Belichick has needed to spy on his opponents in order to win football games about as much as Richard Nixon needed to destroy Ed Muskie in order to win the 1972 presidential election.
Chiefs sign 4 free agents
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B2
The Kansas City Chiefs have signed four free agents with minimal NFL playing experience to two-year contracts.
IU responds to NCAA
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B2
Indiana University told the NCAA on Monday that its own self-imposed penalties should be enough to keep the organization from having to punish the school for improper phone calls made by Kelvin Sampson before he resigned as basketball coach.
NCAA opens Mayo investigation
Confidant says ex-USC star received cash, benefits
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B2
The NCAA on Monday opened an investigation into whether former USC basketball player O.J. Mayo received tens of thousands of dollars in cash and benefits from an agent’s representative before and during the one season he played for the Trojans.
Vehicles and tornadoes a deadly mix
By Alan Scher Zagier - Associated Press Writer
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A1
Trapped in his car on the way to a friend’s wedding, Rick Rountree and his family never stood a chance once a tornado packing winds of 170 mph hit southwest Missouri.
Cavs top Celtics, 88-77
By Tom Withers - Associated Press Sports Writer
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B3
Back to even, and back to Boston — with authority. LeBron James scored 21 points, jamming in a powerhouse dunk over a defenseless Kevin Garnett in the final two minutes, as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the homesick Celtics, 88-77, in Game 4 on Monday night to tie the best-of-seven series at 2.
Free State softball bounced from sub-state
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B3
The Free State High softball team saw its season come to an end Monday at Olathe Northwest. The Firebirds lost, 6-0, to the Ravens in the second round of sub-state after defeating Topeka High, 9-2, earlier Monday.
Mortensen on list
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B3
Kansas University linebacker Joe Mortensen has been named to the watch list for the 2008 Bronko Nagurski Trophy, which is awarded to the best defensive player in college football.
Powers 56th at regional
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B3
Kansas University golfer Emily Powers placed in a tie for 56th at the NCAA West golf regional.
Woodling: Royals lacking direction
By Chuck Woodling
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B1
Every month the Kansas City Royals deposit $1 million in Jose Guillen’s bank account. At $12 million a year, Guillen is the Royals’ highest-paid player.
FSHS wins league outright
By Chuck Woodling
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B1
Two John Wilsons suited for Free State High’s baseball team Monday night. For the first three innings, the Firebirds’ senior third baseman played like Woodrow Wilson. In the last four frames, however, he looked more like Hack Wilson.
Regional revenge
Lions shut out Firebirds, 1-0, in first round of playoffs
By Jesse Temple
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B1
A bellowing voice hit Marley Sutter’s eardrums as she scooted up the soccer field Monday evening. It was the first half of Lawrence High’s Class 6A regional playoff game with crosstown rival Free State High, and the Lions’ freshman forward had just given the ball away. She knew she was going to hear about it.
Similarities seen in liquor store robberies
Same person suspected in 2 weekend incidents
By Jesse Fray
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A1
Mandy Isaacs was stocking pints and half pints of liquor on a shelf behind the front counter of Harper Corner Liquor on Saturday night when she was caught off-guard.
Trial begins for man accused of rapes
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A4
A 38-year-old woman on Monday described in detail how she was attacked and raped nearly 14 years ago.
Two city golfers qualify for 6A state
By Matt Tait
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B1
While Free State High junior Seth McCauley anxiously waited to see if he qualified for next week’s Class 6A state golf tournament as an individual, Lawrence High sophomore Jon Cohen was busy wondering if his entire team still had a chance.
Wal-Mart nearly ready to build city’s new store
City Commission tonight expected to approve roadwork related to project
By Chad Lawhorn
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A3
It will be the summer of Wal-Mart. Leaders with the world’s largest retailer have been granted a city building permit to begin construction on its $9.5 million store at the northwestern corner of Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive.
Self may give assist to sports facility
KU coach’s foundation, district pursuing options
By George Diepenbrock
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A1
Lawrence school district administrators have had talks with Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self’s Assists Foundation about developing a health and wellness campus that could also include a school district sports facility.
Kansas baseball controls own postseason destiny
By Ryan Wood
May 13, 2008 in print edition on B3
Win the series. Three words illustrate the cleanest path Kansas University’s baseball team can take to the Big 12 Conference tournament, which starts next week in Oklahoma City. The Jayhawks (30-24 overall, 9-15 in Big 12 play) are guaranteed a spot in the eight-team tournament if they win two out of three against Kansas State starting Friday.
NH Street to close for Wilco concert
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A3
A major downtown concert will have an impact on traffic starting early Wednesday morning.
End of school year filled with events
J-W Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 in print edition on A3
The school year is winding down. Yes, already. Here is the schedule for the final days of Lawrence public schools and other important events:
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