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KU vs. Washburn President-elect Barack Obama addresses crowd in Chicago Election night in Lawrence Kids Voting in Douglas County Voting in Lawrence Jayhawks capture images around the world
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Polls
Which newcomer do you think showed the most potential in KU's 98-79 victory over Washburn?

Poll results

Response Percent
Tyshawn Taylor
 
 43%
Quintrell Thomas
 
 38%
Travis Releford
 
 9%
Tyrone Appleton
 
 3%
Markieff Morris
 
 2%
Marcus Morris
 
 1%
Total 549
Which election result are you most disappointed about?

Poll results

Response Percent
Jenkins defeats Boyda
 
 45%
Obama defeats McCain
 
 25%
Lawrence sales tax questions are approved
 
 11%
Roberts defeats Slattery
 
 10%
Francisco defeats Morgan
 
 3%
Holland defeats Pine
 
 2%
Total 1032
Which election result are you most pleased about?

Poll results

Response Percent
Obama defeats McCain
 
 57%
Jenkins defeats Boyda
 
 22%
Lawrence sales tax questions are approved
 
 9%
Roberts defeats Slattery
 
 4%
Holland defeats Pine
 
 4%
Francisco defeats Morgan
 
 2%
Total 966
Which KU returning player impressed you the most in the first half against Washburn?

Poll results

Response Percent
Tyrel Reed
 
 59%
Sherron Collins
 
 16%
Brady Morningstar
 
 16%
Cole Aldrich
 
 4%
Conner Teahan
 
 1%
Total 308
If you could only have one winner today, who would it be?

Poll results

Response Percent
The presidential candidate you voted for
 
 55%
KU men’s basketball team
 
 44%
Total 229
How long did it take you to vote today, from entering the polling place until exiting the polling place?

Poll results

Response Percent
1 to 10 minutes.
 
 44%
I voted in advance.
 
 23%
11 to 20 minutes.
 
 14%
21 to 30 minutes.
 
 6%
I didn’t vote.
 
 4%
31 to 40 minutes.
 
 3%
41 to 50 minutes.
 
 1%
More than an hour.
 
 1%
51 minutes to an hour.
 
 1%
Total 1794
Videos

Lead stories

12:00 a.m.
A long line of voters waits outside the Douglas County Courthouse to cast their ballots Monday on the last day of advance voting. County officials estimated that the wait would be about 30 minutes because of the number of voters. Some people in line passed the time by crocheting, e-mailing, reading or photographing the scene. Advance voting ends
By George Diepenbrock
11:03 a.m., November 3, 2008 Updated 5:48 p.m. in print edition on 1A
The advance voting line outside the Douglas County Courthouse snaked outside the building Monday morning as hundreds of voters tried to beat the noon deadline.
6:00 a.m.
Megan Sheldon, Lawrence, foreground right, reads as she waits in line to vote Monday on the last day of advance voting at the Douglas County Courthouse. County officials estimated that the wait would be about 30 minutes because of the number of votes. Some people in line passed the time by crocheting, emailing, reading or photographing the scene. Some ideas about what to take to the polls Tuesday - other than patience
By Karrey Britt
November 3, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Sometimes, patience doesn’t come easily. Waiting in line - to buy groceries, get into a game or for a table at our favorite restaurant - can be trying.
10:00 a.m.
People wait in line for a voting booth shortly after polls opened at 7 a.m. Tuesday at Checkers grocery store at 23rd and Louisiana. Voters were voting on several local issues as well as for state and national congressional offices. Voters explain their choice in Election Day videos; Kids join parents at the polls
By Jonathan Kealing
6:00 a.m., November 4, 2008 Updated 4:51 p.m.
If you have any remaining questions before you cast your ballot, please visit our comprehensive Election 2008 section. There you’ll find all the chats, stories, videos and profiles we’ve done for this election. Also, to find out what has voters’ attention today, visit our special coverage: What’s on voters’ minds?
10:45 p.m.
From left, Erika Hane, Megan Vaniman and Michaela Ayers celebrate along with a sea of Democratic supporters inside Abe and Jake's Landing on Nov. 4, 2008, as Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) jumps to an early lead in the presidential elections. Obama wins presidency
Associated Press
10:02 p.m., November 4, 2008 Updated 11:57 p.m.
Cheering, screaming and weeping with joy, an estimated 50,000 Barack Obama supporters welcomed his election Tuesday night in a delirious victory celebration in the senator’s hometown. Many had crammed into Grant Park to be a part of something that would be remembered for generations.

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Johnson County voters OK sales tax for research triangle
By Mark Fagan
November 4, 2008
Lawrence voters aren’t the only ones who approved a sales tax Tuesday.
State House member Holland moving into Pine’s Senate seat
By Mike Belt
November 4, 2008
Democrat Tom Holland unseated incumbent Republican Roger Pine in the state Senate’s 3rd District during Tuesday’s general election.
Thellman’s victory means Democrats control Douglas County Commission
By George Diepenbrock
November 4, 2008
Democrat Nancy Thellman won a seat on the Douglas County Commission Tuesday night.
Flory hopes to hit ground running as new Douglas County commissioner
By George Diepenbrock
November 4, 2008
Republican Jim Flory, a longtime Douglas County politician, took home another victory Tuesday night as he secured a seat on the Douglas County Commission.
Brown of Eudora wins a third term in Kansas House
By Elvyn Jones
November 4, 2008
Anthony Brown rode strong support from Johnson County to re-election in the 38h District Kansas House race.
Democrats will control U.S. House, Senate
Associated Press
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A8
Democrats fattened their majority control of the Senate on Tuesday, ousting Republican Sens. Elizabeth Dole of North Carolina and John Sununu of New Hampshire and capturing seats held by retiring GOP senators in Virginia, New Mexico and Colorado. Democrats have also retained control of the House and are headed for big gains in their majority.
Lawrence voters save bus system by approving sales tax
By Chad Lawhorn
November 4, 2008
Lawrence voters on Tuesday overwhelmingly approved a pair of transit sales taxes - one to keep the city’s bus system operating, and another to expand it.
Judges Malone, Martin retained
By George Diepenbrock
November 4, 2008
Two Douglas County district judges will get more time on the bench.
Brown wins close election for 10th District Kansas House seat
By Jeff Myrick
November 4, 2008
It was a close race for the 10th District House of Representatives race, but Tony Brown, D-Baldwin City, pulled out the victory Tuesday night.
Baldwin voters approve $26 million school bond issue
By Jeff Myrick
November 4, 2008
Baldwin School District voters Tuesday approved a $22.9 million building bond issue.
Douglas County voter turnout falls below prediction
By George Diepenbrock
November 4, 2008
The 62 percent Douglas County turnout in Tuesday’s election also lagged behind the 76 percent of registered voters who showed up at the polls for the 2004 presidential election. But Douglas County election officials said they were still pleased with the more than 51,000 people who went to the polls or cast advance ballots. “It’s still a great turnout,” Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew said.
State Rep. Sloan wins re-election to House
By Scott Rothschild
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A6
State Rep. Tom Sloan, R-Lawrence, on Tuesday survived a campaign-funding onslaught by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius to win re-election to House District 45.
Francisco breezes to re-election in Kansas Senate
By Scott Rothschild
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A6
State Sen. Marci Francisco, D-Lawrence, on Tuesday easily won re-election to a second four-year term, fending off a challenge from Republican Scott Morgan.
Branstetter shows he can tackle, too
November 4, 2008
Jacob Branstetter is Mark Mangino’s special teams player of the week. But honestly - the Jayhawks’ sophomore kicker probably should have received defensive player of the week honors as well…
Tuesday, November 4 weather at 10 p.m.
By Matt Elwell
November 4, 2008
The forecast for Wednesday, November 5 calls for a high of 70 with a low around 58.
KU bowl eligible after steamrolling KSU
November 4, 2008
After steamrolling K-State, the KU football team is bowl eligible for the fourth straight season.
Useless Fieldhouse Trivia with DJ
By D.J. Whetter
November 4, 2008
Another installment of Useless ‘Fieldhouse Trivia with DJ.’
Thellman, Flory win Douglas County Commission seats
By George Diepenbrock
November 4, 2008
Democrat Nancy Thellman and Republican Jim Flory have won the two seats on the Douglas County Commission. In the 2nd District race, Thellman, of rural Lawrence, defeated Republican David L. Brown, a Vinland-area farmer and rancher and retired Douglas County Sheriff’s officer. Flory, a former Douglas County district attorney and lifetime county resident, defeated Democrat Ken Grotewiel, a former Wichita-area legislator who moved to Lawrence about a year ago.
Obama wins presidency
Associated Press
10:02 p.m., November 4, 2008 Updated 11:57 p.m.
Cheering, screaming and weeping with joy, an estimated 50,000 Barack Obama supporters welcomed his election Tuesday night in a delirious victory celebration in the senator’s hometown. Many had crammed into Grant Park to be a part of something that would be remembered for generations.
All three sales tax questions pass comfortably; Democrats win most races in county, nation
LJWorld.com staff reports
07:06 p.m., November 4, 2008 Updated 10:12 p.m.
Follow election results and information live from Lawrence, Topeka, Kansas City and Washington, D.C.
Lawrence police detective testifies in murder trial
By George Diepenbrock
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A3
Lawrence police Det. David Axman testified about the crime scene where 62-year-old Jerry Lee Deshazer’s body was found at his southeastern Lawrence mobile home on Feb. 2. Friday is accused of participating in beating and killing Deshazer with Jerod Buffalohead, 36, after a night of drinking.
State officials: Deeper cuts needed in budget
By Scott Rothschild
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A3
In a stunning announcement, state budget experts said Tuesday that when lawmakers return to session in January they could be staring into a $1 billion budget hole.
Lawrence city commission sets meeting on 31st Street
By Chad Lawhorn
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A3
City commissioners agreed to have a joint study session with Douglas County commissioners at 9 a.m. Monday at the Douglas County Courthouse, 11th and Massachusetts streets.
Kansas opens exhibition season with 98-79 victory over Washburn
By Jesse Newell
05:53 p.m., November 4, 2008 Updated 11:40 p.m.
Final, KU wins 98-79. Matt Kleinmann connects on his first points of the preseason, putting in a left-hook while drawing a foul. A brief chant of “Kleinmann, Kleinmann” erupts from the student section. Tyrone Appleton, in the last couple minutes, adds a free throw and also a soft jumper off the glass. We should see more of him as he recovers from his hip flexor injury. Kleinmann misses a pair of free throws that would have given KU 100 points, and a sloppy game ends after a Releford jumper clangs off the glass at the buzzer.
Neighbors file lawsuit over plans to build athletics fields
Neighborhood association says city, school board acted improperly in approving project
By Andy Hyland
05:11 p.m., November 4, 2008 Updated 06:05 p.m. in print edition on A3
The Centennial Neighborhood Association has filed a lawsuit against the City of Lawrence and the Lawrence School District in an effort to stop construction of proposed athletic facilities.
Road crews plow through practice session
By Mark Fagan
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A3
John Barnes and Chris Wika don’t know how many miles they’ll traverse, exactly how long it’ll take or just what mix of material they’ll load into the back of their city dump truck this winter.
Eudora police renew search for assault suspect
By David Oakes
10:46 a.m., November 4, 2008 Updated 04:42 p.m. in print edition on A5
Law enforcement officers continued their search Tuesday for a man suspected of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old in Eudora.
Sebelius goes to the polls
By Scott Rothschild
10:18 a.m., November 4, 2008 Updated 03:30 p.m.
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, who has spent months campaigning for Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama, cast her vote Tuesday and talked about Obama’s Kansas ties.
Voters explain their choice in Election Day videos; Kids join parents at the polls
Polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
By Jonathan Kealing
06:00 a.m., November 4, 2008 Updated 04:51 p.m.
If you have any remaining questions before you cast your ballot, please visit our comprehensive Election 2008 section. There you’ll find all the chats, stories, videos and profiles we’ve done for this election. Also, to find out what has voters’ attention today, visit our special coverage: What’s on voters’ minds?
Lawrence resident passes CPA exam
J-W Staff Reports
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B9
The Kansas Board of Accountancy recently announced that 38 candidates successfully passed the computerized examination, including Lawrence resident Kayley J. Fleming.
Stevens juror lied about father’s death
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A10
A juror who vanished during Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens’ corruption trial told the judge Monday she lied about her father dying and flew to California to see horse races.
Commentary: Trade makes sense for Nuggets
By David Ramsey - The Gazette (Colorado Springs, Colo.)
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B2
Sending Allen Iverson to Detroit for Chauncey Billups and some pocket change is a great move for the Denver Nuggets.
After election, new president will wait 77 days to take helm
By Jennifer Loven - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A2
The world is anxiously awaiting new ideas and fresh leadership from America’s new president to deal with the economic crisis that has encircled the globe with sickening speed. Unemployment is climbing, the stock market has plummeted and businesses are teetering.
Loans available from Farm Service Agency
J-W Staff Reports
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B9
The Farm Service Agency is accepting assistance applications for emergency loans from Douglas County farmers who suffered crop or livestock losses because of severe storms, flooding and tornadoes from May 22 to June 16.
Few clues in slayings at homeless camp
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A10
The crime scene, alongside a busy freeway off-ramp, was shielded from view by dense brush and tangled tree limbs.
Woodling: Props to Baker defense
By Chuck Woodling
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B1
In more than four decades of writing newspaper stories about football games, I would imagine I’ve used an offense-oriented angle at least 95 percent of the time. Offense - even the lack of it - seems to be pre-eminent in the national consciousness, whether it’s football at the high school, college or professional level.
On the record
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A4
A 19-year-old Lawrence woman reported the theft of $500 in cash and an iPhone from 1100 block of Louisiana Street. The incident happened between 4:30 a.m. and 4:35 a.m. on Nov. 1. The iPhone is valued at $500.
Commodities
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B9
Agriculture futures rose Monday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for December delivery jumped 25.75 cents to $5.62; December corn rose 1.5 cents to $4.03; December oats gained 4.5 cents to $2.36; and November soybeans rose 3 cents to $9.2825.
Decline of bees topic of discussion
J-W Staff Reports
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A3
A Wednesday discussion at Kansas University is set to focus on the impact of struggling populations of bees and other pollinators.
Brain slows at 40, starts body’s decline
By Lauran Neergaard - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A2
Think achy joints are the main reason we slow down as we get older? Blame the brain, too: The part in charge of motion may start a gradual downhill slide at age 40.
Supreme Court hears drug-company case
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A8
Supreme Court conservatives on Monday sounded sympathetic to a drug company’s pleas for protection from state court lawsuits.
Sooners’ English out
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B2
Defensive end Auston English could miss the next two games for sixth-ranked Oklahoma after spraining his left knee.
MU’s Coffman plans to play
Associated Press
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B6
Tight end Chase Coffman sprained his left big toe in No. 13 Missouri’s victory at Baylor but said Monday he expects to play this week.
Jury: Life sentence for bin Laden videomaker
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A8
A Guantanamo prisoner who made propaganda videos for Osama bin Laden and says he volunteered to be a Sept. 11 hijacker was convicted of terrorism charges and sentenced to life in prison Monday.
Local media offer full coverage
J-W Staff Reports
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A3
It’s Election Day. And that means you can immerse yourself in coverage at LJWorld.com and 6News Lawrence.
Big-game bounty: Ramifications large on weekly basis
By Stephen Hawkins - Associated Press Sports Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B1
Catch your breath Big 12 football fans. There still are some more big games to come. Texas Tech’s milestone victory at home over then-No. 1 Texas with one second remaining was only the latest in a string of big games, particularly in the South division, with implications not only on the conference standings but national polls.
Close the deal
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A9
To the editor: Just for a moment let’s leave aside the rights and wrongs of siting the South Lawrence Trafficway and look at the big picture from a pure planning perspective. Here’s how it looks to me.
Federal government planning to borrow $900 billion by March
By Martin Crutsinger - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A10
The government, raising cash to pay for the array of financial rescue packages, said Monday it plans to borrow $550 billion in the last three months of this year - and that’s just a down payment.
Vols’ Fulmer to step down
Tennessee coach forced out after 17 years
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B2
Tennessee’s Phillip Fulmer has been forced out as coach after 17 years that included a national championship.
Jobs outnumber workers in much of rural Kansas
Associated Press
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B10
Demand for workers in much of rural Kansas outpaces the labor force pool, a new report shows.
DNA links bones near crash site to Fossett
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A2
Authorities said Monday they have positively identified some of Steve Fossett’s remains: two large bones found a half-mile from where the adventurer’s plane crashed in California’s Sierra Nevada.
Lunch kindness
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A9
To the editor: We are members of the city of Lawrence senior community and believe our city is the greatest place to live. This fact was illustrated again recently when members of our Liberty Memorial High School class of 1943 got together for lunch.
Slain trick-or-treater’s dad says boy saved him
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A2
The parents of a 12-year-old shot to death while trick-or-treating said Monday they hope the man accused of killing him suffers for the rest of his life.
Worth the wait
High voter turnout is a positive trend, but it will pose some challenges today for both voters and election workers.
J-W Editorials
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A9
A record number of people casting advance ballots in today’s election is good news in a couple of ways.
8-0 Titans face tough road stretch
Associated Press
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B5
The Tennessee Titans now get to see how their undefeated record plays on the road.
Auto sales plunge to lowest level in 17 years
By Tom Krisher and Bree Fowler - Associated Press Writers
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A10
U.S. auto sales dropped to their lowest level in more than 17 years last month as consumers frightened by Wall Street turmoil stayed away from showrooms, prompting some auto company executives to predict dire consequences if the market doesn’t improve.
Pittsburgh defense shuts down Washington
Associated Press
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B5
Byron Leftwich led two touchdown drives after Ben Roethlisberger reinjured his throwing shoulder, and the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Washington Redskins, 23-6, on Monday.
College essay don’ts
November 4, 2008 in print edition on C1
Here are some bloopers to avoid in the college applications process:
Timely book details best recession-proof jobs
By Michelle Singletary
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B9
For the last several months, I’ve had a hard time picking selections for the Color of Money Book Club.
KU using music to drown out chant
J-W Staff Reports
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A3
In an ongoing effort to curb an obscene football chant, Kansas University has begun to play music longer during kickoffs.
Report clears Palin in Troopergate
By Rachel D'Oro - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A7
Gov. Sarah Palin violated no ethics laws when she fired her public safety commissioner, the state personnel board concluded in a report released Monday.
One charge dropped in domestic case
J-W Staff Reports
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A5
Douglas County District Judge Pro Tem Jim George on Monday dismissed one aggravated assault charge against a 20-year-old man arrested at his Baldwin City home after a domestic disturbance call, officials said. Two other charges were allowed to stand.
New law, mediation practice opens
J-W Staff Reports
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B9
Kathy Perkins recently opened a workplace law and mediation practice at 700 Mass.
Cornhuskers practicing selective amnesia
By Dugan Arnett
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B6
In attempting to regroup from last week’s 62-28 trouncing at the hands of then-No. 4 Oklahoma, the Nebraska University football team is taking an interesting approach to the recovery process.In short, the Huskers are acting like the OU game never happened.
KU basketball notebook: Self names starters
By Gary Bedore
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B3
Five familiar faces will be in Kansas University’s starting lineup tonight in Allen Fieldhouse.
Detroit acquires Iverson
Billups, McDyess sent to Denver in trade
By Larry Lage - Associated Press Sports Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B4
The Detroit Pistons worked the phones last summer, trying to trade for a superstar to shake up their roster.
British councils are no Latin lovers
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A2
It’s a bona fide scandal.
Faces of war: Wounded children in Congo hospital
By Michelle Faul and Jerome Delay - Associated Press Writers
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A8
The bullet pierced 5-year-old Naomi Harerimanea’s back and chest, just missing her heart, but on Monday she managed to smile.
Around our world: KU students, staff capture images around the globe
By Terry Rombeck
November 4, 2008 in print edition on C1
There are orphans in Haiti, protesters in Paris, gondoliers in Italy and toddlers in Japan. The photos represent several continents and many fond memories of travel abroad. The annual “Picture the World” photo exhibition remains on display through the end of this week at the Art & Design Gallery in the Art & Design Building at Kansas University.
‘08 campaign was something special
By David Broder
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A9
I remember the precise moment when I became convinced that this presidential campaign was going to be the best I’d ever covered. It was Saturday afternoon, Dec. 8, 2007.
McCain, Obama end race promising change
By Beth Fouhy and David Espo - Associated Press Writers
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A1
Barack Obama radiated confidence and John McCain displayed the grit of an underdog Monday as the presidential rivals reached for the finish line of a two-year marathon with a burst of campaigning across battlegrounds from the Atlantic Coast to Arizona.
Women in study have greater variety of bacteria on hands
By Randolph E. Schmid - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on C8
Wash your hands, folks, especially you ladies. A new study found that women have a greater variety of bacteria on their hands than men do.
Circuit City to close 155 stores across US
All KC metro locations will shut their doors
By Michael Felberbaum - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B9
As the lights go out at about 20 percent of Circuit City’s stores, including every one in the Kansas City area, the company is hoping that by closing hundreds of stores and cutting thousands of jobs it can survive consumers who are reluctant to spend and vendors less eager to give it credit.
Holidays should be relaxing, not stressful, time for teens
By Dr. Wes Crenshaw & Kelly Kelin
November 4, 2008 in print edition on C1
It’s always a little disconcerting to drop in on the hardware store or big-box retailer and find myself neck-deep in the Christmas season - even before the jack-o-lanterns have found their way to the clearance aisle. We’ve just had our first light freeze, and yet we’re pressed to ready ourselves for the holiday season.
KU alum challenges readers to ‘Do It Now’
By Jon Niccum
November 4, 2008 in print edition on C1
Jim McMullan understands the irony that it took him 37 years from the time he conceived the idea to publish a gift book called “Do It Now.”
Study: Deployments of parents can make kids more aggressive
By Carla K. Johnson - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on C8
Preschoolers with a parent away at war were more likely to show aggression than other young children in military families, according to the first published research on how the very young react to wartime deployment.
People in the news
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B8
¢ Mourners gather for Hudson funeral¢ Jury: Keanu Reeves doesn’t owe paparazzo¢ Sacha Baron Cohen crashes rally as ‘Bruno’¢ Jane Fonda plans return to Broadway¢ Surfers accused of attack plead not guilty
Chiefs hit new lows
K.C. on course for worst year ever
By Doug Tucker - Associated Press Sports Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B6
If it’s true that history is written by the winners, Kansas City’s horrible season of 2008 should be well-chronicled.
Two coaches honored
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B2
The Big 12 named Texas Tech’s Jon Murray and Oklahoma State’s Dave Smith as its cross country coaches of the year.
Pump patrol
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $1.97 at several stations.
The morning after: Half of us will be disappointed
By Ted Anthony - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on C8
The meteorologists tell us that Wednesday morning in southwestern Pennsylvania’s largest city will be crisp and sunny with a high of 64. That’s about all we know. Being a weather forecast, it offers nothing about the political climate that will have been created by the election the day before.
KU soccer duo nab honors from Big 12
J-W Staff Reports
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B3
Kansas University freshman Emily Cressy was named Big 12 Conference Rookie of the Year, and teammate Monica Dolinsky was a first-team All-Big 12 selection.
Supreme Court to rule on DNA rights
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A2
The U.S. Supreme Court agreed Monday to decide whether prison inmates have a constitutional right to obtain the testing of old DNA evidence that might set them free.
Kansas, ‘Bods familiar foes
By Gary Bedore
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B1
Year after year, Washburn University coaching legend Bob Chipman stocks his popular summer camps with counselors from Kansas University’s basketball team. “They do such a great job. They are such great ambassadors for KU, it’s scary,” said Chipman, who annually holds sessions in Ulysses, Garden Plain and Kansas City, Kan.
MartinLogan speaker is product of year
J-W Staff Reports
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B9
British magazine HiFi+ has named MartinLogan’s CLX Loudspeaker as the winner of its 2008 Product of the Year Legacy award.
Obama mourns grandmother’s death
By Herbert A. Sample - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A6
Madelyn Payne Dunham was the last of Barack Obama’s relatives who had a hand in shepherding a would-be president. Dunham and her husband took in their fledgling pre-teen grandson more than three decades ago and raised him until he left the islands for college.
Vikings DE Allen hurts shoulder
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B5
Minnesota could be without defensive end Jared Allen for this weekend’s game against Green Bay.
Obama wins handily in earliest vote
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A2
Barack Obama came up a big winner in the presidential race in Dixville Notch and Hart’s Location, N.H., where the tradition of having the first Election Day ballots tallied lives on.
Hansbrough unanimous All-American
Collison, Curry, Harangody, Griffin join Tar Heel on preseason team
By Jim O'Connell - Associated Press Basketball Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B3
It’s no surprise Tyler Hansbrough made The Associated Press’ preseason All-America team - this is his record third straight year as its leading vote-getter. For the first time, however, the North Carolina forward was a unanimous selection.
Gunmen kidnap French aid worker in Kabul
By Jason Straziuso - Associated Press Writer
November 4, 2008 in print edition on A8
Gunmen in a red Corolla cut off a van of French aid workers on Monday, kidnapping one and fatally shooting an Afghan who tried to thwart the abduction by grabbing an attacker’s machine gun.
Election offers fruits of hard journey
Elderly blacks savor Obama’s historic quest
By Keith L. Alexander - The Washington Post
November 4, 2008 in print edition on C8
Once or twice a week for the past month or so, Ruth Worthy, 91, has been going door-to-door in her Washington neighborhood campaigning for Sen. Barack Obama.
Sorting out election winners and losers
By Kevin McDonough
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B8
Poll watching and election coverage (5 p.m., CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, BBC America, 5:30 p.m., ABC, CBS, NBC, 6 p.m., TV One, 7 p.m., Fox, 9 p.m., PBS) should dominate prime time and beyond.
Horoscopes
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B8
This year you will need to remain goal-driven, as you can easily be distracted. If you achieve this discipline, much will be accomplished. If you are single, check out anyone you meet in 2009.
NBA Roundup
November 4, 2008 in print edition on B4
¢ Pistons 101, Bobcats 83¢ Cavaliers 100, Mavericks 81¢ 76ers 125, Kings 91¢ Magic 96, Bulls 93¢ Grizzlies 90, Warriors 79¢ Jazz 89, Clippers 73
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