Overnight weather for July 17, 2010

Temperatures will be a little more bearable tonight as they sit in the high 60s. The air will still feel muggy and there will be some lingering clouds.

Published on July 16, 2010

LMH breaks ground on Eudora project

Lawrence Memorial Hospital was finally able to break ground on a $2.5 million project in Eudora. The construction is expected to be completed by next summer.

Published on July 16, 2010

Special Olympians get special farewell

A crowd gathered in north Topeka to wish luck to six athletes as they boarded a bus for the Special Olympics. The athletes will travel to Lincoln, Neb., to participate in the event this weekend.

Published on July 16, 2010

MagnaGro has laundry list of violations

An inspection of the MagnaGro facility revealed numerous fire code violations. The business was the site of a double-fatality accident back in April.

Published on July 16, 2010

Cameras used in hopes of catching vandals

Video cameras are set up to monitor an alley behind a downtown Lawrence business. The alley was targeted by vandals who drew graffiti on the walls as recently as Tuesday.

Published on July 16, 2010

Two seriously injured in accident

Two people sustained serious injuries in an accident Friday morning. The accident happened when a motorcycle hit a tractor that was attempting to turn.

Published on July 16, 2010

Board releases plane crash findings

The National Transportation Safety Board released initial findings from the fatal plane crash that occurred July 1. The information released states the pilot had an engine give out.

Published on July 16, 2010

Candidates vying for district seat

With just three weeks left until the first step toward the November elections, candidates are hitting the campaign trails hard. Two candidates for the third congressional district in the U.S. House shared their opinions.

Published on July 16, 2010

6Sports Challenge: Ballin' with Brady

The 6News anchors competed in their first Sports Challenge of the summer. Kevin Romary and Andrew Baker tried to make a game of HORSE against KU's Brady Morningstar last longer than five shots....and succeeded.

Published on July 16, 2010

Teachers work locally to improve skills

Four Lawrence high school teachers spent a week each working for area businesses. The participants hope their experiences will translate to better teaching in the classroom this fall.

Published on July 16, 2010

Green with garden envy

Lawrence resident Renee Babin got a chance to plant her first ever garden after years of seeing what other gardeners produce.

Published on July 16, 2010

6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for July 16, 2010

The heat and humidity will begin to build again today as our daytime highs reach the lower 90s under mostly sunny skies. Winds will be out of the southeast at 5-10 mph. This evening will remain stuffy as our lows drop to the low 70s with a light south wind.

Published on July 16, 2010

Commuter Forecast for July 16, 2010

Some delays are possible near the East Lawrence Interchange on a humid Friday afternoon.

Published on July 16, 2010

Accident on E. 1400 Road

Emergency response personnel respond to the scene of an accident involving a motorcycle and a tractor pulling a mower Friday morning near the intersection of E. 1400 Road and N. 2000 Road.

Published on July 16, 2010

Commuter forecast for July 16, 2010

Weather should be pleasant this morning and there shouldn't be any major traffic delays to slow your commute.

Published on July 16, 2010