School leaders delay opening of two schools

Less than 24 hours before school was set to open the district decides to delay the opening of two schools - South Junior High and Broken Arrow Elementary.

Published on August 14, 2007

City leaders say licensing isn't the solution to downtown safety

Lawrence City Commissioners indicate they don't want to add more licensing requirements to Lawrence bars - but still need to do something to improve the perception of downtown safety.

Published on August 14, 2007

Convicted murderer set to be released on parole

A man convicted of murdering and dismembering a Lawrence woman 30 years ago is granted parole - and could be out of the prison system within two months.

Published on August 14, 2007

KU employee's computer being investigated

A computer used by a KU employee is being investigated after KU public safety discovered it may contain child pornography.

Published on August 14, 2007

Topeka Fire Department loses a firefighter in burning building

A 21-year veteran of the Topeka Fire Department dies after battling an apartment complex fire last night in southwest Topeka.

Published on August 14, 2007

Death of Topeka firefighter hits home

The death of a colleague hits close to home for Lawrence firefighters - some of whom personally knew the fallen Topeka firefighter.

Published on August 14, 2007

Membership in the KU Greek community continues decade-long decline

Nearly one thousand fewer students have pledged a fraternity or sorority in the last five years - dropping the total Greek population below three thousand last year.

Published on August 14, 2007

A federal agency prepares to disconnect Lawrence-based call center

Vangent is losing its contract to operate a center in the East Hills Business park on behalf of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

Published on August 14, 2007

First year program takes a big step forward

A local nonprofit takes steps to ensure all kids in Lawrence can put their best foot forward when heading back to school.

Published on August 14, 2007

Locals recreate historic mud forts

A group of Kansas kids, parents and grandparents get a little dirty learning about Lawrence history this morning.

Published on August 14, 2007

Who will start opposite Aqib Talib?

Preseason All-American Aqib Talib will start at one cornerback position this fall, but who will start at the other spot?

Published on August 14, 2007

T-Bones fall to RailCats

The Kansas City T-Bones lost in a tight match against the Gary-Southshore RailCats by a final score of 9-7.

Published on August 14, 2007

Firebird football squad hopes to follow last season's success

The 2006 season was one to remember for the Free State High football team. After going a perfect 9-0 in the regular season, the Firebirds went on to win the first playoff games in school history. Will this year's squad be able to follow those big shoes?

Published on August 14, 2007

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Published on August 14, 2007

Three questions with ... Lawrence High senior Emily Bracciano

Lawrence High senior Emily Bracciano talks about the LHS tradition and new LHS coach Stephanie Magnuson.

Published on August 14, 2007

Provost Richard Lariviere on KU traditions

Provost Richard Lariviere shares his favorite old and new KU traditions Monday at Kansas University's annual Traditions Night.

Published on August 14, 2007

Chancellor Robert Hemenway on KU traditions

Chancellor Robert Hemenway shares his favorite old and new KU traditions Monday at Kansas University's annual Traditions Night.

Published on August 14, 2007

English professor James Carothers on KU traditions

English professor James Carothers shares his favorite old and new KU traditions Monday at Kansas University's annual Traditions Night.

Published on August 14, 2007

Three Questions with ... Skyler Countess, Lawrence High senior football captain

Lawrence High senior football captain Skyler Countess talks about the importance of getting off to a good start.

Published on August 14, 2007