Sharp-shooting Jayhawks overcome 'Huskers

Kansas made it past Nebraska in its Big 12 Conference opener.

Published on January 13, 2010

Residents seek status of relatives in Haiti

After the most destructive earthquake in the country's history, local residents are trying to find out how their loved ones are doing. The earthquake destroyed much of the country's largest city.

Published on January 13, 2010

KU professor laments Haiti's loss

The University of Kansas boasts one of the only Institutes for Haitian studies in the world. Experts are saying it's the worst disaster to ever hit the country and that the country may never recover.

Published on January 13, 2010

T.J. Maxx roof catches fire

The roof of the T.J. Maxx store in south Lawrence caught fire Wednesday afternoon. The cause of the fire was determined to be a heating unit on the roof of the building.

Published on January 13, 2010

Eudora names new fire chief

The city of Eudora named a new fire chief Wednesday. The new leader is formerly of the Wakarusa Township department.

Published on January 13, 2010

School district facing budget woes

Budget troubles may force some big changes for the Lawrence school district. The board must find a way to close a multi-million dollar gap.

Published on January 13, 2010

City considering attracting retirees

The city of Lawrence could gain a lot from attracting retirees to the area. The demographic could help the city gain good economic development benefits, if the pursuit is supported.

Published on January 13, 2010

Final bridge supports blasted

The last supports of the old Kansas River bridge were blasted Wednesday. Crews will now work to dispose of the materials that fell into the river.

Published on January 13, 2010

Children take hands-on approach to food

School children at in Tonganoxie are learning about healthy eating by playing with their food, their fake food. The educational program is in its fourth year.

Published on January 13, 2010

KU women look to move forward

The KU women's basketball team is looking to move forward after Angel Goodrich suffered a season-ending injury. The Jayhawks continue conference play this week.

Published on January 13, 2010

Texas tackles Iowa State

The Longhorns claimed victory in their first game as the No. 1 team in the land. Texas took care of business on the road against the Cyclones.

Published on January 13, 2010

Overnight weather for January 13, 2010

The weather is warming a bit and temperatures should be in the upper 20s overnight. Clouds will be building as we move into Thursday.

Published on January 13, 2010

KU opens Big 12 play against Nebraska

There has only been one instance this season where a Big 12 team has lost on its home court. Kansas is looking for a second occurrence Wednesday night by taking down Nebraska in Lincoln.

Published on January 13, 2010

Another portion of old Turnpike bridge blown

Crews blasted down another piece of the old Kansas Turnpike bridge Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2009.

Published on January 13, 2010

6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for Jan. 13, 2010

There is a slight chance for a drizzle tonight into tomorrow, with mostly cloudy skies and middle to upper 30s for Thursday. Clouds begin to clear out by Friday.

Published on January 13, 2010

6 Weather Morning Forecast for Jan. 13, 2010

Expect mostly sunny skies to begin the day, with highs warming into the upper 30s to lower 40s. Winds will be from the south at 10 to 20 mph. Skies will become partly sunny by the afternoon, with clouds continuing to increase overnight, and lows falling into the upper 20s

Published on January 13, 2010

Commuter Forecast for January 13, 2010

The roads should be much improved this morning without many road work-related delays.

Published on January 13, 2010