Parents speak out against school closings

Local parents and former board members gathered Monday to voice their opinions on the potential closing of area schools. The board will hold several additional public forums to address the issue.

Published on February 8, 2010

Residents displeased with local salvage yard

East Lawrence residents are voicing their disdain for the salvage yard near their neighborhood at 12th and Haskell. Residents believe the yard is an eyesore in their community.

Published on February 8, 2010

KU bans tobacco on campus

Kansas University has decided to ban the sale of tobacco products on campus. The ban will go into effect starting July 1 of this year.

Published on February 8, 2010

Father fights for athlete opportunities

A local high school father is working to allow ninth-graders to play at the high school level. The rules may change if the grade configuration is changed in the near future.

Published on February 8, 2010

Common Cents: Decorating for love

Lori Carson gives some tips for mood-sensitive decorating for Valentine's Day.

Published on February 8, 2010

Overnight weather for February 8, 2010

It's getting cold! Temperatures are dropping into signal digits as the clouds clear and the winter storm moves away from the area. A light wind is contributing to the decline in warmth.

Published on February 8, 2010

County Clerk suggested for state gig

The Douglas County Clerk has been hearing from numerous people he'd be a good fit for the Secretary of State position. The job will be available after the current holder resigns.

Published on February 8, 2010

6Sports Top Six

The top six plays from the week's area sports.

Published on February 8, 2010

Brook Creek residents upset over salvage yard in their neighborhood

Some East Lawrence residents say their neighborhood is being turned into a junkyard. People in the Brook Creek neighborhood are living with the trash, noise and odor from a salvage yard operating right across the street. Now, after seven fires at the business in six years, neighbors are hoping the city will take action.

Published on February 8, 2010

6Sports preview: KU vs. Texas

Kevin Romary previews Kansas' match-up with the Texas Longhorns.

Published on February 8, 2010

Commuter Forecast for Feb. 8, 2010

The snow is tapering off, but temperatures are dropping quickly and there may be icy spots on the area roads.

Published on February 8, 2010

6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for Feb. 8, 2010

Winds will become blustery into tonight as lows bottom out in the lower teens. With gusts reaching 30 mph, wind chills will range from -5° to 5°. Make sure you bundle up as you head out tonight.

Published on February 8, 2010

6 Weather Morning Forecast for Feb. 8, 2010

Light snow will be wrapping up by midday Monday as a cold front pushes across Northeast Kansas. This will allow temperatures to drop throughout the day. Cloud cover will continue with temperatures hovering in the lower 20s by the afternoon.

Published on February 8, 2010

Commuter forecast for February 8, 2010

The roads are going to be wet and possibly slick this morning. A light snow continues to fall but the near-freezing temperatures are keeping much of the precipitation from sticking on the ground. Drive safely.

Published on February 8, 2010

Kidcast: Nate Hart

The kidcast weather segment for February 8, 2010.

Published on February 8, 2010