Overnight weather for May 5, 2010

It's going to be cool and mostly clear overnight with temperatures hanging in the mid 50s. Wednesday should see more mild weather with higher temperatures in the afternoon.

Published on May 4, 2010

Student's art headed to nation's capitol

Artwork from a Lawrence High student has been selected to be displayed in a hallway of the nation's capitol. The piece of art features a strawberry.

Published on May 4, 2010

Governor opposed to more cuts

Governor Mark Parkinson has said he will veto any budget proposal that asks for more cuts. Parkinson said he is instead in favor of temporary tax increases to help close the budget gap.

Published on May 4, 2010

Driver seizure sends car into building

A driver with a medical condition reportedly had a seizure Tuesday and lost control of the vehicle, sending it into the side of an apartment complex. No one was injured in the incident and no charges are expected to be filed against the driver.

Published on May 4, 2010

Atchison man arrested after brief chase

Police arrested an Atchison man after being led on a brief car chase Tuesday afternoon. The man was uncooperative and officers were forced to use a taser and pepper spray on the man. He was taken to Lawrence Memorial Hospital as part of standard procedure after the incident.

Published on May 4, 2010

Trial scheduled in murder case

A trial date has been scheduled for a murder case that is more than four years old. The trial is set for October and is expected to last about a week.

Published on May 4, 2010

More than a year later, H1N1 still a threat

It's been more than a year since the outbreak of the H1N1 virus. Health officials have learned a lot but say there are still things you need to know about the virus.

Published on May 4, 2010

Focus group aims for retail retention

A focus group is looking into how to keep more retail dollars in Lawrence. The group will also be looking at ways to attract more businesses to the local scene.

Published on May 4, 2010

New York School welcomes new students

About 60 students will be switching schools after the Lawrence school board approved a boundary change. The students got a tour of their new educational building Tuesday at New York School.

Published on May 4, 2010

Free State baseball rolls over opponent

The Firebirds handled the Falcons of Olathe South easily on Tuesday. The top team improved to 13-3 on the season.

Published on May 4, 2010

Free State softball falls

The Firebirds softball team wasn't up to snuff Tuesday against the Olathe Northwest Ravens. Free State fell 3-1 in the contest and fell to 5-12 overall on the year.

Published on May 4, 2010

Firebirds soccer shut out at home

The Free State girls soccer team was no match for Olathe East, the top team in the state. The Firebirds fell 3-0 at home on Tuesday.

Published on May 4, 2010

KU recruit taking his time

High school sophomore and KU basketball recruit Perry Ellis was in Lawrence during the weekend to participate in the Jayhawk Invitational tournament. The high school phenom said he is waiting until his senior year to decide on a college.

Published on May 4, 2010

Stop Day tour planned on KU campus

A walking tour filled with KU history is scheduled to take place Friday morning and afternoon on the Kansas University campus. Participants can join or leave the tour at any time.

Published on May 4, 2010

Teen dating production earns honors

The Outrage, a production about teen dating violence and sexual was honored Tuesday as part of the innovative initiative award given to Kansas. First lady Stacy Parkinson attended a special showing in Topeka.

Published on May 4, 2010

Big 12 baseball season winding down

Texas has all but wrapped up the conference title but there is still work to be done for the rest of the Big 12 teams. Three games separate the second-place team from the team in tenth.

Published on May 4, 2010

Ex-Jayhawk Reesing earns honors

Ex-Jayhawk Todd Reesing was named to an honors team which includes players from all divisions with a GPA of 3.2 or better.

Published on May 4, 2010

Car crashes into apartment building

Emergency crews respond to the scene of an accident at Jacksonville Apartments, where a Kansas City, Kan., man was injured after suffering a medical condition while driving and crashing his car into a building.

Published on May 4, 2010

6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for May 4, 2010

A cold front will slide through tonight. We are not expecting any rain with this cold front, but a few passing clouds will be possible overnight, with lows in the lower to middle 50s.

Published on May 4, 2010

Commuter Forecast for May 4, 2010

Expect a good amount of wind as you head out this afternoon on the daily commute.

Published on May 4, 2010

Police use Taser to subdue reckless driver

Lawrence Police stopped a man who led them on a brief chase Tuesday afternoon after he failed to pull over after driving recklessly. A Taser and pepper spray were used in subduing the suspect.

Published on May 4, 2010

6 Weather Morning Forecast for May 4, 2010

Mostly sunny, breezy and warm for Tuesday, with highs in the lower to middle 80s and winds from the south at 10 to 20 mph, with stronger gusts.

Published on May 4, 2010

Commuter forecast for May 4, 2010

It's going to be sunny and dry on the morning commute with no major delays to slow you down.

Published on May 4, 2010

Arrest made after car chase through town

A 33-year-old Lawrence man was arrested early Tuesday morning after leading police on a car chase through Lawrence. No one was injured during the incident.

Published on May 4, 2010