Overnight weather for August 26, 2010

Cool air will envelop the area once again with temperatures in the 50s. Thursday will be clear and warmer with temperatures reaching into the mid 80s.

Published on August 25, 2010

Healthier menu options

LiveWell Lawrence and the Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department are working on a new program to encourage restaurant owners to include more healthy options on their menus.

Published on August 25, 2010

More students serving community

KU students are taking classes that require them to perform services within the community. There are currently about 3,700 enrolled in such classes through KU.

Published on August 25, 2010

New designation providing tax relief

A new designation is allowing some companies in the county to pursue special tax relief for their businesses. The tax relief can help companies cutting costs to stay afloat in the tough economy.

Published on August 25, 2010

Audit finds asbestos in prisons

A recent audit has found asbestos in a number of Kansas prisons. No immediate work is planned for other prisons right now.

Published on August 25, 2010

Lawrence man sentenced for June crime

A Lawrence man was sentenced to more than two years in jail for a crime he committed in June. The man was arrested for aggravated battery after attacking his roommate with a razor blade.

Published on August 25, 2010

School bus accident leaves kids shaken

A school bus accident left several students and adults shaken but not seriously injured Wednesday. The bus had the right-of-way when it was struck by another vehicle.

Published on August 25, 2010

Aviation boosting Kansas economy

The business of aviation is helping to boost the state economy. Several Kansas airports are bringing in some good business.

Published on August 25, 2010

Former Jayhawk Henry still unsigned

Former Jayhawk Xavier Henry has yet to sign a NBA contract. Henry has been advised by his agent to hold out for a better contract.

Published on August 25, 2010

Gameday returning to Allen Fieldhouse

ESPN's Gameday program will be returning to Allen Fieldhouse this year for the Kansas vs. Kansas State men's basketball game. The game will be played on Kansas Day.

Published on August 25, 2010

Free State football rebuilding for new season

The Firebirds lost some key players from their football team of one year ago. Free State will have to address the losses in order to return to the form they finished with last season.

Published on August 25, 2010

Firebird volleyball embracing new talent

The Free State volleyball team only returns three players from last season's team. The new-look Firebirds will have to work in the young talent in order to have a successful season.

Published on August 25, 2010

Kansas chimp sets birth record

A 56-year-old chimpanzee in Kansas just gave birth to a baby female chimp. The mother is the oldest chimp to give birth in captivity.

Published on August 25, 2010

6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for Aug. 25, 2010

Mostly clear skies and cool conditions are expected tonight. Lows will be in the lower 50s in the rural areas surrounding Lawrence, to the middle 50s in the downtown areas. Mostly sunny skies will return tomorrow with highs in the middle 80s.

Published on August 25, 2010

6 Weather Morning Forecast for Aug. 25, 2010

Hopefully you can find time to spend outdoors Wednesday to enjoy some of the best weather the region has had in weeks. Most of the area will go entirely cloud-free today with a light north wind. Highs today will stay well below normal, topping out in the lower 80s.

Published on August 25, 2010

Commuter forecast for August 25, 2010

There will be lots of sunshine today and cool temperatures in the mid 50s on the morning drive. Traffic conditions should be normal on the Wednesday commute.

Published on August 25, 2010