- Blog: Plans filed for restaurant/retail on South Iowa site once proposed for Olive Garden May 23, 2013 · 10 comments
- Opinion: Why gay role models matter May 23, 2013 · 7 comments
- Weekday graduations get mixed reviews from parents and families May 22, 2013 · 16 comments
- Republican tax plans would increase state revenue, analyses say May 22, 2013 · 20 comments
- City commissioner wants state to revoke nightclub's liquor license May 21, 2013 · 81 comments
- Planning Commission recommends approval of Menards store for south Lawrence May 20, 2013 · 79 comments
- Will of the people May 21, 2013 · 28 comments
- Two men face charges in Sunday morning shooting May 22, 2013 · 11 comments
- Blog: Clemson University hires KU professor to lead biology department May 22, 2013 · 3 comments
- Sound Off: Water fountains May 22, 2013 · 6 comments
- 100 years ago: 'The vulturous Kaw triumped' over Billie Bob Atkinson May 23, 2013
- House Republican leaders propose 1.5 percent cut to higher education for each of next two fiscal years May 21, 2013
- No consensus on McLemore's draft position after lottery May 23, 2013
- Hillcrest teacher honored with annual 'Bobs' Award' May 22, 2013
- Free State students and parents share emotions at graduation May 22, 2013
- Opinion: Wayne Selden sizes up recruits May 21, 2013
- KU student killed in crash on U.S. Highway 59 May 17, 2013
- They said it ... about Tarik Black May 20, 2013
- Free State softball confident in championship chances at state May 23, 2013
- City commissioner wants review of city's storm shelter policies in wake of Oklahoma tornado May 22, 2013
National chapter addresses alleged animal abuse at KU fraternity
I don't think these guys are serious about fixing their image issue. I saw a person (can only assume they are a Beta Theta Pi member) wearing the T shirt from this event (previous year) after this whole thing went down. Any organization with half a clue would have made it clear to their members that drawing additional public scrutiny to the event after what occurred this year is NOT a good idea.
March 7, 2013 at 1:09 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Agreements indicate multiple ways for Fritzel entities to profit from Rock Chalk Park project
So KU builds parking and road infrastructure, the City pays for a big chunk of it, and then they capture revenue by charging for parking on said infrastructure and do with it as they please? Sounds like a great deal if you are KU, not so much for me a city taxpayer!
February 19, 2013 at 6:51 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Former police sergeant's federal lawsuit against city alleges racial discrimination, wrongful termination
The more relevant question might be what disciplinary action has been taken against other officers who have "fixed" tickets for members of our community in the same time span? It seems that Monroe simply had a few speeding tickets dismissed as a favor to another officer, Bad judgement perhaps, but massive criminal conspiracy I think not. I'd bet he is far from the first officer to do so. If that is the case his disciplinary action should be consistent with other officers that have done the same. I'm betting it was not. And that means a problem for the city.
February 19, 2013 at 6:45 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU Endowment asking city to pay $780,000 for 26-acre recreation center site
To continue the sports analogy, it's time to punt. There are too many unknowns and the city seems to keep coming up further on the short end of this deal. Lawrence should step completely away from the deal rec center, infrastructure participation and all. If KU needs the facility let them build and fund it. Then the city can step back and plan this multi million dollar project on their own timeline and in the context of the numerous other capital projects (sewer treatment, police facility, roads, K10 bypass, farmland re-development, etc) that are on the horizon rather than be pressured by KU in to a facility/fiscal structure that is beyond our needs.
February 15, 2013 at 10:15 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
More twists with recreation center project: KU Endowment now requiring city to pay for land
To continue the sports analogy, it's time to punt. There are too many unknowns and the city seems to keep coming up further on the short end of this deal. Lawrence should step completely away from the deal rec center, infrastructure participation and all. If KU needs the facility let them build and fund it. Then the city can step back and plan this multi million dollar project on their own timeline and in the context of the numerous other capital projects (sewer treatment, police facility, roads, K10 bypass, farmland re-development, etc) that are on the horizon rather than be pressured by KU in to a facility/fiscal structure that is beyond our needs.
February 15, 2013 at 2:46 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
City Hall brokers deal to scrap controversial bidding process for $25M recreation center; proposal now calls for open bidding
"Why not put a cap on the infrastructure too, so we hand over any savings on the bidding to ku and bliss? Why doesn't it go back to the tax payers?"
This. There is no reason the city should be on the hook for $25 million regardless. They should pay for the cost of the rec center (IMO a smaller one) and the related infrastructure. The city's participation beyond that should not extend beyond the tax deferment that the entire complex will be receiving and the services (police,fire, storm water, etc) that the city will be providing when complete. KU can pay for the infrastructure related to their portion of the project.
February 1, 2013 at 9:01 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Escaped sex offender captured Tuesday in Oread neighborhood
Nice job by the LPD!
Looks like "Security Transport Services guarantees all transports will be completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner, in accordance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations promulgated by Federal, State and Local authorities."
"STS carries $6 Million dollars in liability insurance which protects your agency from incidents that might occur during transportation."
So I'm guessing they will be writing a check to the City for all the manpower that was required to capture this child molesting dirtbag!
October 30, 2012 at 3:28 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Sound Off: Is there an agency that acts as an advocate for renters who have moved into dwellings tha
It is not the city's responsibility to enforce civil contract law between 2 private parties. Code enforcement has a responsibility to deal with code violations but that can be a time consuming and subjective process. If your landlord is not properly maintaining the property and therefore breaking the lease your recourse is to move out and/or sue them in civil court. And as others have mentioned; most tenants don't have the resources, time or knowledge to fight and win the battle. It is not fair at all but that is the law.
August 26, 2012 at 9:10 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Grant given to KBI to help with DNA testing backlog
Well at least the Federal government cares more about putting criminals in jail than giving tax breaks to the people who need it least in this state. Why the state of Kansas can't permanently fund the KBI so cases don't have to wait years to proceed or potentially hit statute of limitations waiting on evidence to be processed. Instead they spend money on extended legislative sessions, redistricting lawsuits and multimillion dollar computer systems that have not even been fully tested.
August 10, 2012 at 8:43 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
GOP moderates in Kansas may get help from Democrats
"The state GOP allows only registered Republicans to vote in its primaries." This is not totally correct. State law allows independents and unaffiliated voters to register as republican the day of the primary and vote for the republican primary. It is only currently registered Democrats that are excluded.
August 6, 2012 at 4:55 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )