Tuesday, October 7 weather at 10 p.m.

The forecast for Wednesday, October 7 calls for a high of 72 with a low around 40.

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Court tosses conviction in 1999 slaying of 14-year-old

A Kansas man serving life in prison for killing his sister-in-law nearly a decade ago - is now a free man.

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Neighbors enthused with shopping district proposal

City Commissioners and neighbors are enthused about an idea to build a new shopping and residential district near the Kansas River.

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Exactly who will benefit from bailout bill?

It isn't only about banks. The $700 billion dollar financial rescue bill approved by congress last week also had some strings attached. 6News reporter Chardae Davis tells us exactly who will benefit from a tax relief package embedded within the plan.

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Alcohol cited in fatal car crash

Lawrence police say alcohol was involved in a fatal crash that killed a KU student last week.

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Cottonwood clients fear loss of paratransit service

Leaders at Cottonwood Industries hope next month's election won't put the brakes on a growing employment program.

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First-graders practice fire drill

Where there's smoke there's fire, unless you're in the smoke Safety House learning a lesson fire safety. And that's exactly what local elementary students got to experience on Tuesday for fire prevention month.

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Gas prices fall below $3

If there's one bit of good news in the plummeting stock prices, it may be this: gas prices are falling right along with it.

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City loosens restrictions on water in county

Tension between farmers and other rural water users may soon be alleviated a bit.

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Tips for Tips and Tots helps out community

Some recognizable faces got their fill of the food service business tonight - all part of an effort to help out a couple local community services.

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KU offense came alive during second half in Ames

Twenty-eight unanswered points. All in a 20-minute second half span. That run helped the Kansas football team erase a 20-0 halftime deficit on Saturday in Ames, Iowa on the way to a 35-33 win.

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Mangino did not yell during halftime

Mark Mangino did not yell - he saved that for Sunday. Instead, at halftime of Saturday's game against Iowa State, the Jayhawks' head coach chose a different method.

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Free State soccer falls in frustrating fashion

The Free State High boys soccer team lost to the Olathe South Falcons in overtime by a final score of 4-3.

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Lawrence visibly irritated after latest 3-0 home loss

The Lawrence High boys soccer team was defeated by the Olathe Northwest Ravens by a final score of 3-0.

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Free State football team preparing for another Thursday showdown

Bob Lisher and the Free State Firebirds prepare for another Thursday night game.

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Up 2-0, Firebirds lose three straight sets to Hayden

The Free State High volleyball team hosted a single match with the number two ranked squad in class 4A.

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6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for Oct. 7, 2008

A cool afternoon wind will continue to push through out of the north between 10-20 mph. Expect skies to clear as we head into the evening leaving our 9 p.m. temperature at a cool 53 degrees. Fog is possible for your morning commute as temperatures drop to a chilly 43 degrees overnight.

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6 Weather Morning Forecast for Oct. 7, 2008

Expect cool temperatures and light showers for the morning. Your 10 a.m. temperature will in the mid 60's with a wind between 10-20 mph. Cloudy skies and a gusty south wind will continue for the afternoon leaving the daytime high at 68 degrees.

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Introduction

Mike Kautsch, moderator of the forum, introduces the candidates.

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Opening statements

U.S. Rep. Nancy Boyda and State Treasurer Lynn Jenkins, candidates for the state's 2nd District U.S. House seat, give their opening statements.

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Gay rights

Mike Kautsch asks for the candidates' views on gay rights.

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Environment

"What is the single-most serious threat to our environment?"

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Federal grant protection

"How would you protect federal grants from being taken away to help fund the financial bailout?"

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Funding

"Given the vast federal spending for the war and the bailout, how will we maintain support for highways, infrastructure repair, and so forth?"

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The economy

"What measures do you think are necessary to improve our economy?"

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'Kids Voting' Q & A

Each candidate answers a question from a 'Kids Voting' representative from Free State High School.

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Foreign war funding

"Will you pledge that in the future, we - and not our children - will pay for any war we undertake?"

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Federal spending

"Are you willing to increase federal spending to weather an economic downturn?"

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Employment verification

"Do you support mandatory employment verification systems?"

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Wind energy

Mike Kautsch asks each candidate for their views on wind energy in Kansas.

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The national deficit

"What specific strategies would you personally like to see to eliminate our national debt?"

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Health insurance

"Please state your opinion on the expansion of the state child health insurance program."

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Closing statements

Each candidate presents their closing statement.

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