Consultants lay out a new landscape for downtown Lawrence

A clock tower, two roundabouts and a market hall are part of the vision of a 'new' downtown Lawrence. After a week-long visit, consultants have put together their ideas to improve several parts of Lawrence.

Published on February 6, 2007

Jury selected for 'Boardwalk Fire' trial

A jury of six men and six women will hear the case of Jason Rose - the man accused of setting a fire that killed three people at the Boardwalk Apartments.

Published on February 6, 2007

Four KU buildings temporarily evacuated today

Fears of a natural gas odor forced officials to clear Haworth Hall, Robinson Gymnasium, The Dole Center, and The Hall Center for Humanities.

Published on February 6, 2007

HPV bill presented to state lawmakers

A bill before state lawmakers would make vaccinations against one sexually transmitted disease mandatory for all 6th grade girls in Kansas

Published on February 6, 2007

Local students showcase their work in science fair

Starting today, local students are showcasing their finest work at the 56th Annual Douglas County Science Fair.

Published on February 6, 2007

'Prevention Specialists' are spread thin in the Lawrence School District

Those people who help students with issues before they become serious problems are hard to find in the Lawrence area.

Published on February 6, 2007

'Race Against Hunger' hits HyVee

Douglas County Farm Bureau and the Clinton Parkway HyVee Store sponsored the 'Race Against Hunger' today.

Published on February 6, 2007

Kansas University gets unhooked?

A bill passed by the student senate will make KU completely wireless in two years, at a cost of 2.6 million dollars.

Published on February 6, 2007

KU hoping to cool off Wildcats

When KSU returns to Allen Fieldhouse tomorrow night for the first time since a stunning 59-55 victory over KU, they'll do so as the hottest team in the Big 12.

Published on February 6, 2007

KU women's team kills conference curse

The Jayhawks finally earned their first conference win tonight, beating the Colorado Buffaloes in overtime, 70-68.

Published on February 6, 2007

LHS ladies lose to SM South

Snapping their 6-game winning streak, the Lawrence High Lady Lions were beaten by Shawnee Mission South, 57-53.

Published on February 6, 2007

LHS boys barely top SM South

Behind a game-winning shot from Dorian Green, the Lawrence High boys basketball team was able to hold off Shawnee Mission South, 45-43.

Published on February 6, 2007

Free State girls win close match against SM Northwest

The Free State Lady Firebirds were able to hold off Shawnee Mission Northwest, taking the victory 36-33.

Published on February 6, 2007

Free State boys can't top SM Northwest

In a night of close games, the Free State Firebirds were unable to beat Shawnee Mission Northwest, losing 47-45.

Published on February 6, 2007

Free State High Senior swimmer going for the gold

After a record setting day last Saturday at the Sunflower League Swim Meet, Chase Torgerson is ready to finish his Firebird career with a gold medal in Topeka on February 17th.

Published on February 6, 2007

Prevention specialists

Diane Ash, one of three prevention specialists in the school district, talks about what her job entails.

Published on February 6, 2007

THE HOME FRONT: Supporting families until the soldiers come home

Published on February 6, 2007

THE HOME FRONT: Resources available to ease transition for military families

Published on February 6, 2007

6News Now

Videocast for February 6

Published on February 6, 2007

Jake Lorenzo

Q & A with Lawrence High Wrestler Jake Lorenzo.

Published on February 6, 2007