Videos for June 4, 2009

Thursday, June 4 Weather at 10 p.m.
The forecast for Friday, June 5 calls for a high of 81 and a low of 55.
Published on June 4, 2009

Bottle detonated by bomb squad
The Olathe bomb squad detonated a bottle filled with a hazardous substance after it was found Thursday afternoon in a mailbox in Eudora.
Published on June 4, 2009

Chemical plant fire under investigation
A small fire broke out Wednesday evening at a chemicals plant in North Lawrence, the plant manager said.
Published on June 4, 2009

Leavenworth County child has swine flu
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment announced Thursday morning that a case of swine flu has been confirmed in a Leavenworth County child.
Published on June 4, 2009

Atkinson to serve as interim chancellor
Members of the Kansas Board of Regents met Thursday morning by conference call to appoint Barbara Atkinson as Kansas University’s interim chancellor after June 30.
Published on June 4, 2009

Kansas HOG rally set for weekend
Lawrence will be the place for the Kansas State Harley Owners Group 2009 rally this weekend, but other events also are planned for area motorcycle enthusiasts.
Published on June 4, 2009

Legislator fed up with Capitol renovation costs
Legislative leaders are considering a review of the Kansas Statehouse renovation project in light of sky-rocketing costs.
Published on June 4, 2009

City hopes clock gives hint: Brevity is the soul of comment
Time flies when you are at the lectern. In fact, Lawrence city commissioners said at the meetings that it sometimes flies and flies and flies. But beginning next week, commissioners may take some steps to keep public comments a bit more grounded.
Published on June 4, 2009

Cell phone companies must give police locations in emergencies
Kansas is the first state to require cell phone companies to give police cell phone locations in case of an emergency.
Published on June 4, 2009

The Rotary Youth Leadership Academy held a graduation ceremony on Thursday.
Published on June 4, 2009

Four-Ball championship down to final four
It's down to the final four at the Kansas Four-Ball championships this week.
Published on June 4, 2009

6Sports crew hits hardwood at FSHS camp
The 6Sports team tried to keep up with the Free State High School girl's basketball team at its summer camp.
Published on June 4, 2009

Commuter Forecast for June 4, 2009
Expect a slow commute on I-70 near the East Lawrence Interchange as crews have lanes reduced for bridge work. Travel along K-7 this evening between Johnson Drive and Shawnee Mission Parkway will also be slow with reduced lanes as crews work on pavement.
Published on June 4, 2009

6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for June 4, 2009
Some clouds are rolling through, but the sun should win out this afternoon. This evening will cool off with a north wind, but probably no rain.
Published on June 4, 2009

6 Weather Morning Forecast for June 4, 2009
A nice day is on tap for the 6 News Area. Partly cloudy skies and light winds are expected. Highs will top 75°F. After a cool Thursday night, the heat will start to turn back on by Friday.
Published on June 4, 2009

Commuter Forecast for June 4, 2009
Expect 5-15 minute delays heading from Lawrence to Topeka this morning.
Published on June 4, 2009
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