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Polls
Are you in favor of KU switching the Jayhawks' home football game against Kansas State from a Saturday to a Thursday?

Poll results

Response Percent
No
 
 58%
Yes
 
 35%
Undecided
 
 5%
Total 2173
Have you ever tested your home for lead-based paint?

Poll results

Response Percent
No.
 
 51%
My home was built after lead-based paint use was banned.
 
 43%
Yes.
 
 5%
Total 482
Videos

Lead stories

12:00 a.m.
From left are Noble Lathrom, 56, U.S. Army; Tiffany Huggard-Lee, 25, Air Force, and her mobility dog; and Eric McClaflin, 26, U.S. Army. All are members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Alford-Clarke Post 852 in Lawrence. Chapter seeks to raise profile with younger vets
By George Diepenbrock
May 31, 2010 in print edition on 1A
Johnathan Duncan remembers returning in July 2007 from his 16-month tour in Iraq with the Army National Guard.
6:00 a.m.
Eudora residents, from left, Simeon Chrislip, 5, Joel Jubber, 3, and Caleb Chrislip, 5, touch the grave of their great-grandfather in Memorial Park Cemetery as Diane Chrislip talks about his legacy on Memorial Day. Two Lawrence ceremonies honor Memorial Day veterans
By Nick Nelson
May 31, 2010 in print edition on 1A
It was a morning of remembrance and mourning, but also celebration, at two local cemeteries to commemorate Memorial Day on Monday.
10:00 a.m.
The view of the north side of the Statehouse. Will vote for tax increase help, hurt?
By Scott Rothschild
June 1, 2010 in print edition on 1A
In the early morning hours of May 11, state Rep. Tony Brown, D-Baldwin City, pressed the green button on his desk, voting for an increase in the state sales tax.
2:00 p.m.
Mike Horvath, Lawrence, repaints a porch swing last week at a home in east Lawrence. New laws set strict standards for work done to a homes built before 1978 because of the likely presence of lead-based paint. Lead-based paint’s health threat prompts strict new regulations
By Theresa Freed
June 1, 2010 in print edition on 3A
Lead exposure can cause serious health problems, which is why not just anyone can work on your home if it was built before 1978.
6:00 p.m.
The front porch of the home of Wint and Mary Winter. Great spaces: Lawrence residents create unique outdoor living rooms
By Cathy Hamilton
May 31, 2010
After a long, dark and wet winter, Lawrence residents are eagerly reclaiming their place in the sun — or shade, as the case may be — by enjoying restful retreats in their own backyards.

All stories

One arrested after slashing roommate with knife
By Joe Preiner
09:21 p.m., June 1, 2010 Updated 11:19 p.m. in print edition on A4
A disagreement between two roommates Tuesday evening ended with one man suffering a non-life-threatening knife wound.
KU chancellor to report on Athletics Director Lew Perkins’ job status
By Mark Fagan
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A1
Employees diverting tickets for personal gain, his department missing out on more than $1 million in revenue, his personnel policies called into question and, now, questions surfacing about his free use of rehabilitation equipment in his Lake Alvamar home, equipment now part of a reported case of blackmail. Throughout it all, Lew Perkins is confident he’ll weather the storm that continues to build around him as Kansas University’s athletics director.
Lecompton being touted in national publications
By George Diepenbrock
June 1, 2010
Lecompton and the history of the northwestern Douglas County city are gaining some attention in two recent publications.
Save Our Neighborhood Schools plans fundraiser to benefit school district
By George Diepenbrock
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A3
Members of a group that advocated against closing any Lawrence elementary schools during budget cut discussions earlier this year are organizing a fundraiser to help the district.
Lawrence bank robber from 1980s convicted in new bank robberies after being released from prison
By Andy Hyland
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A1
A man convicted in several bank robberies in the early 1980s — including two in Lawrence — has been arrested for bank robbery again.
Questions arise whether Lew Perkins violated state ethics law by accepting ‘loan’ of exercise equipment
By Chad Lawhorn
03:39 p.m., June 1, 2010 Updated 04:10 p.m. in print edition on A1
Questions are arising whether Kansas University Athletic Director Lew Perkins violated a state ethics law that prohibits government employees from accepting many types of loans or gifts.
Pedestrian who was hit by car released from hospital; police still searching for driver
By Janet Reid
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A4
A man hit by a car early Monday morning outside a Lawrence bar has been discharged from a Kansas City hospital.
KU AD Perkins speaks with reporters prior to Big 12 meetings in K.C., Mo.
By Matt Tait
June 1, 2010
KU AD Perkins speaks with reporters prior to Big 12 meetings in KC, Mo
Attorney General Six files brief in funeral protest case
Associated Press
June 1, 2010
Kansas Attorney General Steve Six has filed brief with the U.S. Supreme Court over funeral protests by a Topeka-based church.
Statehouse Live: Brownback files for governor, picks Colyer for running mate
By Scott Rothschild
01:01 p.m., June 1, 2010 Updated 05:36 p.m. in print edition on A3
With a signature and a check for the $1,920 filing fee, U.S. Sen. Sam Brownback, R-Kan., on Tuesday officially entered the 2010 race for governor.
Severe thunderstorm warning for Douglas County canceled
11:37 a.m., June 1, 2010 Updated 11:58 a.m.
The National Weather Service has canceled the severe thunderstorm warning for Douglas County.
Special Olympics torch making its way down U.S. 59 toward Wichita games
By Janet Reid
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A3
Rain showers Tuesday morning couldn’t put out the “Flame of Hope.”
KU-KSU football game officially moved to Thursday night
Jayhawks also release four gametimes; KU-MU to play at 11:30 a.m.
By Matt Tait
10:13 a.m., June 1, 2010 Updated 03:43 p.m. in print edition on B1
The Kansas-Kansas State football game originally scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 16, has been moved to Thursday, Oct. 14 and will be televised on Fox Sports Net, KU athletics announced Tuesday.
Kansas treasurer targets veterans in effort to return unclaimed property
Associated Press
June 1, 2010
State Treasurer Dennis McKinney is expanding a program that he hopes will help return unclaimed property to thousands of Kansas veterans.
Midwest economic index indicates growth for the sixth consecutive month
Associated Press
07:54 a.m., June 1, 2010 Updated 11:03 a.m.
The economy in nine Midwest and Plains state continues to strengthen, but a new report released Tuesday suggests businesses are reluctant to hire new workers so unemployment will likely remain high.
Brownback turns to Twitter to announce Colyer as running mate
Associated Press
07:50 a.m., June 1, 2010 Updated 10:19 a.m.
Leading Republican candidate Sam Brownback on Tuesday introduced conservative state Sen. Jeff Colyer as his running mate in the Kansas governor’s race.
Some suggestions for the GOP
By Cal Thomas - Tribune Media Services
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A7
Hillary Clinton did it, and it worked for her when she ran for the Senate in New York, so now Republicans will give it a go. It’s the listening tour, except unlike Hillary, who traveled from town to town, Republicans plan to stay in one place and invite you to come to them.
Double Take: High school graduates must plan wisely for future
Wes Crenshaw and Samantha Schwartz
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A6
We’ve now attended our share of graduations. I put in my time at two this spring, so I thought it fitting that Samantha — a new graduate herself — and I offer a few thoughts on the road ahead.
40 years ago: KU awards advanced degrees
Staff reports
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A7
Kansas University hosted the awarding of advanced degrees to nearly 500 students. The ceremony, usually held in Memorial Stadium, was moved to Allen Fieldhouse as rainy weather moved into the area.
25 years ago: More than 80 apply for local post
Staff reports
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A7
Several city residents were studying President Reagan’s income tax reform package, calculating how they would fare if the plan became law. Although some people expressed tentative support of the plan, most were taking a “wait and see” attitude.
U.S. exhibition attracts Chinese visitors
By Trudy Rubin - Philadelphia Inquirer
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A7
The mammoth World Expo 2010, which just opened here, offers a terrific opportunity for U.S. public diplomacy — reaching out to millions of Chinese via our exhibition.
Four-time champion Henin falls at French Open
The Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on B2
Justine Henin kept saying it, even if no one was listening.
Angels continue mastery of K.C.
The Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on B3
There were no late-game heroics, no wild celebrations. Just a methodical performance by Ervin Santana, rare production from the bottom of the lineup and another victory over Kansas City.
‘I Knew It Was You’: Fredo a heartbreaker
By Kevin McDonough
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A9
Most people don’t remember his name, but film buffs can’t forget his face. He died at 42 more than 30 years ago, yet some of the greatest actors of our time still feel his influence and miss his presence. He acted in only five feature films, and they were all nominated for best picture.
Horoscope for June 1, 2010
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A9
This year, you will notice that others start to think of you as a creative force. If single, you will meet someone special out of the blue. Don’t decide that this is “it” until this person hangs around for at least a year. If attached, the two of you seem to understand each other better. Aquarius reads you well.
100 years ago: State streams stocked with German fish
Staff reports
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A7
That L. L. Dyche, State Fish and Game Warden, is making a bad mistake in stocking the streams of Kansas with German carp is the opinion of Mrs. R. C. Johnston, of this city.
Looming threat
By Les Blevins - Lawrence
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A7
The world’s emissions of carbon dioxide from burning coal, oil and natural gas are expected to rise by 43 percent by 2035, barring agreements to reduce output of gases blamed for warming the planet, the top U.S. energy forecaster said on May 25.
Noteworthy session
The budgetary and political odds were against them, but the Kansas governor and state legislators nonetheless produced a notable body of work this year.
J-W editorials
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A7
When you stop and think about it, the Kansas Legislature’s 2010 session was pretty incredible.
Artist Louise Bourgeois dies in New York at 98
By Jennifer Peltz - Associated Press Writer
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A9
Artist Louise Bourgeois, whose sculptures exploring women’s deepest feelings on birth, sexuality and death were highly influential on younger artists, died Monday, her studio’s managing director said. She was 98.
Project to put cars on smart grid
By Christine Metz
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A3
Generally, cars are categorized among the contributors to the world’s dwindling energy supply.
Brownback, running mate to tour state
By Scott Rothschild
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A3
The 2010 Kansas governor’s race will heat up today as Republican Sam Brownback announces his pick for lieutenant governor.
Abilene theater adds movie screen
By Dave Bergmeier - Abilene Reflector-Chronicle
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A4
For the first time in more than 10 years, Abilene residents will be able to watch a movie on a big screen.
Coach Fambrough stays strong
By Tom Keegan
June 1, 2010 in print edition on B1
There would be no Memorial Day picnic, no round of golf, no hanging out by a swimming pool with friends and family for the most revered of all former Kansas University football coaches.
Lead-based paint’s health threat prompts strict new regulations
By Theresa Freed
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A3
Lead exposure can cause serious health problems, which is why not just anyone can work on your home if it was built before 1978.
Barfield finding comfort at cornerback
By Jesse Newell
June 1, 2010 in print edition on B1
When Kansas University football coach Turner Gill arrived earlier this year, he gave out questionnaires to his players, asking them which position they’d like to play.
Kansas on the mind: Gill emphasizes importance of in-state recruiting
By Matt Tait
June 1, 2010 in print edition on B1
Don’t let Kansas University football coach Turner Gill’s first recruiting class mislead you. Gill is a believer in Kansas high school football.
Pump patrol
Staff reports
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.47 at several stations.
Food distributions for ECKAN planned
Staff reports
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A3
ECKAN will distribute food on June 24 to people who have signed up to receive commodities.
Relief for Gulf spill remains 2 months away with another well
By Matthew Brown - Associated Press Writer
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A2
The best hope for stopping the flow of oil from the blown-out well at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico has been compared to hitting a target the size of a dinner plate with a drill more than two miles into the earth, and is anything but a sure bet on the first attempt.
Arabs demand independent probe
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A2
The U.N. Security Council had an emergency meeting Monday on Israel’s commando raid on ships taking aid to the blockaded Gaza Strip, with the Palestinians and Arab nations demanding condemnation and an independent investigation.
High-seas raid deepens isolation around Israel
By Karin Laub and Matthew Lee - Associated Press Writers
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A2
Israel’s bloody, bungled takeover of a Gaza-bound Turkish aid vessel is complicating U.S.-led Mideast peace efforts, deepening Israel’s international isolation and threatening to destroy the Jewish state’s ties with key regional ally Turkey.
‘West Wing Week’ not quite viral
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A2
Moments before Elena Kagan is introduced to the nation as President Obama’s Supreme Court choice, the president offers a mock-helpful suggestion: “Just don’t trip. That’ll be really embarrassing.”
U.S. flies troops to recapture district
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A2
The U.S. command says American helicopters have flown Afghan troops into a remote mountain area north of Kabul in an operation to recapture a district overrun last week by the Taliban.
Source: No. 3 al-Qaida official may be dead
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A2
In what could be one of the hardest blows to al-Qaida since the U.S. campaign against the terrorist organization began, the group’s No. 3, Sheikh Sa’id al-Masri, is believed to be dead, killed by a U.S. Predator drone strike, a U.S. official said Monday.
Recovery under way after deadly storm
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A2
Flooding and landslides from the season’s first tropical storm have killed at least 145 people and made thousands homeless in Central America, officials said Monday.
No shelter from storm for earthquake victims
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A2
A hurricane season predicted to be one of the wettest on record opens today in the Caribbean, where hundreds of thousands of Haitian earthquake victims have only tarps or fraying tents to protect them in a major storm.
Missing man’s body recovered in lake
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on B10
Authorities have recovered the body of a Reno County man who had been missing at Cheney Lake in south-central Kansas.
No merit pay raises for K-State faculty
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on B10
Budget problems mean most faculty and staff at Kansas State University will not receive merit pay raises for the second year in a row.
Kansas House members ponder ousting speaker
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
June 1, 2010 in print edition on B10
Some Kansas House members are considering an attempt to oust the chamber’s conservative Republican speaker, prompted by the legislative successes of a coalition of Democrats and GOP moderates.
Better fit reap more benefits
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A1
Ten minutes of brisk exercise triggers metabolic changes that last at least an hour. The unfair news for panting newbies: The more fit you are, the more benefits you just might be getting.
Bloody Israeli raid sparks crisis
Associated Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A1
Israeli commandos rappelled down to an aid flotilla sailing to thwart a Gaza blockade on Monday, clashing with pro-Palestinian activists on the lead ship in a botched raid that left at least nine passengers dead.
Lakers-Celtics doesn’t feel the same
By Michael Rosenberg - Detroit Free Press
June 1, 2010 in print edition on B2
In my memory, when I was between the ages of 9 and 12, the Lakers and Celtics played each other in the NBA Finals 14 times.
Will vote for tax increase help, hurt?
Kansas lawmakers unsure how move will affect re-election
By Scott Rothschild
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A1
In the early morning hours of May 11, state Rep. Tony Brown, D-Baldwin City, pressed the green button on his desk, voting for an increase in the state sales tax.
Ex-employee links KU tickets to AD gift
Staff and Wire Reports
June 1, 2010 in print edition on A3
A former sports medicine director at Kansas University claims that athletic director Lew Perkins helped two business owners get premium tickets to men’s basketball games after they gave him $35,000 worth of exercise equipment to use in his home, The Topeka Capital-Journal reported Monday.
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