Videos for October 1, 2008
Bailout passes Senate; Kansas senators vote 'no'
The two senators from Kansas vote no - but the U.S. Senate passes the revamped bailout bill. It was nearly a 3-1 margin with Kansas senators Pat Roberts and Sam Brownback in the minority.
Published on October 1, 2008
KU professors oppose economic bailout plan, urge caution
As the bailout legislation moves back to the House, a group of KU professors are hoping that legislators take their advice. As 6News reporter Jesse Fray explains - they're among about 230 university professors who had urged members of Congress to slow down...
Published on October 1, 2008
Wednesday, October 1 weather at 10 p.m.
The forecast for Thursday, October 2 calls for a high of 72 with a low around 40.
Published on October 1, 2008
Sebelius speaks about economic woes
Kansas governor Kathleen Sebelius says she's seeing the impact of the financial downturn all over the country.
Published on October 1, 2008
Douglas County judge 'ready to retire'
A man who's served as a judge in Douglas County for more than a decade plans to hang up his robe and turn in his gavel early next year.
Published on October 1, 2008
High court justice to present award to judge
A U.S. Supreme Court justice is coming to Lawrence for the second time this year.
Published on October 1, 2008
Man accused of lying about who shot him
A Tonganoxie man who claimed an intruder broke into his home and shot him now faces charges of falsely reporting a crime.
Published on October 1, 2008
Campaign brings awareness to 'astronomical' cost of schooling
Baker University students are spreading the word about a petition urging Congress to make college tuition more affordable.
Published on October 1, 2008
Banned books get noticed at KU
This week is 'Banned Books Week' - a celebration of controversial books and the freedom to read anything. To promote these books - most of which are now considered classics - KU students and staff read out loud the very things that got the books banned in the first place. 6News reporter Lindsey Slater has more on the R-rated read out.
Published on October 1, 2008
Jayhawks fall to Kansas State in heartbreaker
The ranked opponents just keep coming for the Kansas volleyball team. Wednesday evening, the Jayhawks took on their third straight Top 25 squad.
Published on October 1, 2008
KU opens Big 12 play on the road...again
The Kansas football team opens it's Big 12 schedule on the road for the fourth consecutive season. On Saturday, Mark Mangino's team will be in Ames for a battle with the Iowa State Cyclones.
Published on October 1, 2008
Disability doesn't slow KU soccer standout
Imagine a soccer game with no starting lineup introductions, no national anthems and no whistles. For Kansas red shirt freshman Emily Cressy, that's the norm. However, just because Cressy is deaf, that doesn't mean she allows it to be an obstacle on the pitch. In fact, she left her home in Ventura, California and is excelling as a Kansas Jayhawk. Andrew Baker has more...
Published on October 1, 2008
Campaign schedule keeps governor on the road
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius discusses her busier-than-normal September.
Published on October 1, 2008
Books from "Catcher in the Rye" to "Harry Potter" have been challenged or banned because they discuss controversial topics. As part of Banned Books Week, students and staff at KU are reading selections outside of Watson Library.
Published on October 1, 2008
6 Weather Morning Forecast for Oct. 1, 2008
Look for another sunny day with a 10 a.m. temperature of 59 degrees with a northwest wind between 5-15 mph. The afternoon will be below average with a high of 72 degrees and a breezy northwest wind between 10-20 mph.
Published on October 1, 2008
Democratic state Sen. Marci Francisco and Republican challenger Scott Morgan introduce themselves.
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates talk about cost of living increases for retirees.
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates are asked how they feel about raising the driving age to 18.
Published on October 1, 2008
Kansas is facing a tough economic year that could get enough tougher. Where do you think the state budget could be cut?
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates are asked about their stance on coal-fired power plants.
Published on October 1, 2008
Discussion of Sunflower's proposed power plants in Holcomb, Kansas.
Published on October 1, 2008
In recent years, there have been new investments made in early childhood programs. The candidates talk about their commitment to these programs.
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates are asked if they support a state-wide smoking ban.
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Republican state Sen. Roger Pine and Democratic challenger Tom Holland introduce themselves.
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates discuss a possible cigarette tax increase.
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates are asked if they support a cost of living increase for retirees.
Published on October 1, 2008
How could we cut corporate welfare and make Kansas corporations pay their fair share?
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates discuss the differences between their platforms.
Published on October 1, 2008
Kansas is facing a tough economic year that could get tougher. What expenses do you think could be cut?
Published on October 1, 2008
Discussion of state energy efforts and the proposed Holcomb power plants.
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates are asked how the economy will affect education in the state of Kansas.
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates talk about metering of energy and time-of-use-pricing of energy.
Published on October 1, 2008
What, if any, legislation should the state pursue to regulate immigration?
Published on October 1, 2008
The candidates are asked what tax measures they would support to relieve the strain on senior citizens.
Published on October 1, 2008
Discussion of additional tolls on highways for maintainable and construction.
Published on October 1, 2008
What should the state look at as it looks for a new transportation plan?
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The candidates discuss their views on immigration regulation.
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The candidates discuss taxes for cigarettes and tax relief for senior citizens.
Published on October 1, 2008
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