Car chase ends near Midland Junction

A car driving out of Jefferson County led officers on a chase south into Douglas County.

Published on August 2, 2010

Overnight weather for August 3, 2010

It's going to be hot again tomorrow, and Douglas County is under an excessive heat warning until 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Published on August 2, 2010

West Junior High garden proving successful

Six sudents at West Junior High School planted a garden this spring. They have maintained it throughout the summer and sold produce at their own farmers' markets. So far, they have raised $1,700. The money goes back into the garden. Next week, produce will be used in the school cafeteria as well.

Published on August 2, 2010

Japanese students visit animals on local farm

Middle and high school students from Lawrence's sister city visited Midnight Farm south of Eudora. Many of them were seeing horses, ferrets and alpacas for the first time.

Published on August 2, 2010

Pizzeria reopened after tax problems

The manager of Wheat State Pizza bought the Lawrence, Baldwin City and Emporia restaurants, which were closed earlier today because of unpaid taxes.

Published on August 2, 2010

About $9,000 of electronics stolen from Murphy Hall

Someone broke into the building on KU campus Friday and stole computers, a TV and other electronics.

Published on August 2, 2010

Construction to begin on new apartment complex downtown

The building will be seven stories tall and be built at Ninth and New Hampshire streets.

Published on August 2, 2010

Police detective promoted to sergeant

Bronson Star joined the police force in 1999.

Published on August 2, 2010

Highway patrol offering free roadside assistance

The heat and moving causes lots of accidents, with which officers can help.

Published on August 2, 2010

Kidcast: Tiffany Rea

The 6News kidcast weather segment for August 2, 2010.

Published on August 2, 2010

Elementary schools requiring fewer school supplies

Schools know people have less money right now, so they're requiring only supplies that are absolutely necessary this year.

Published on August 2, 2010

Turner Gill starting first and last season with Perkins as AD

Gill said he knew coming to KU that athletic director Lew Perkins would not stay around long, but was surprised to hear he was retiring after this year.

Published on August 2, 2010

KU women's basketball schedule released

The Jayhawks will be playing the eighth-most-difficult schedule in the country.

Published on August 2, 2010

6Sports Top Six

The top six plays from area sports in the past week.

Published on August 2, 2010

6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for Aug. 2, 2010

Afternoon highs will soar into the upper 90s and lower triple-digits. Factoring in the humidity will create heat index values between 105° and 112°. For this reason, a heat advisory is in effect for the entire region until 8:00 PM. The advisory will be in effect fro Tuesday as well. The heat will approach dangerous levels for residents who spend extended periods of time outdoors. Please be sure to drink plenty of water.

Published on August 2, 2010

Commuter Forecast for Aug. 2, 2010

Expect the typical delays this afternoon, on a very warm Monday.

Published on August 2, 2010

6 Weather Morning Forecast for Aug. 2, 2010

South winds, sunshine, and high humidity will combine to brings us the hottest air Northeast Kansas has experienced so far this year. Afternoon highs will soar into the upper 90s and lower triple-digits.

Published on August 2, 2010

Commuter forecast for August 2, 2010

Temperatures this morning will be in the high 70s, but try to stay inside, because we could hit 100 today.

Published on August 2, 2010