KU Athletics releases report from investigation on ticket practices

In a press conference today, Lew Perkins and KU Athletics announced that six individuals had made more than $1 million from selling more than 17,000 basketball and 2,000 football tickets.

Published on May 26, 2010

Today's KU Athletics press conference leaves many unanswered questions

The press conference didn't address questions about some of the people involved in the ticket investigation.

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LJWorld sports editor Tom Keegan weighs in on ticket scandal

Keegan said the report was handled well by independent lawyers.

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Fans react to ticket investigation news

Fans say those who benefited from the ticket sales should be disciplined but say they don't think it will do too much harm to KU.

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Car vs. semi accident on K-10 leaves one injured

A car that struck a semi and got stuck under it left the driver injured.

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Residents unhappy after county removes beaver dam from Baker Wetlands

The removal of the dam lowered water levels significantly.

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Lawrence sixth-grader takes fourth in National Geographic Bee

Broken Arrow sixth-grader Stefan Petrovic made the top 10.

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Car accident on I-70 claims two lives

The car's tire blew out and the driver lost control, hitting a bridge support post. The crash killed the adults in the car and left four children inside wounded.

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Overnight weather for May 27, 2010

The weather will be calm tonight with tomorrow reaching the mid-80s.

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Free State baseball faces tough competition in state tournament

The Firebirds' 18-4 record earned them only a four seed in this year's tournament, a testament to how good other teams are this year.

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Outside of the university

University General Counsel Jim Pottorff talks about the possible recovery of funds. Note: No crowd microphone was available, so the questions are not audible.

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'Disappointed but not discouraged'

KU Athletics Director Lew Perkins talks about his thoughts during the investigation. Note: No crowd microphone was available, so the questions are not audible.

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Control of records

Jack Focht of Foulston Siefkin further discusses the difficulties faced in conducting an investigation without the power to compel testimony. Note: No crowd microphone was available, so the questions are not audible.

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'It's not the system, it's the people.'

Jack Focht and Bernadette Gray-Little answer questions about how the scam happened, and impediments to the investigation. Note: No crowd microphone was available, so the questions are not audible.

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Auditors didn't catch it

Jack Focht of Foulston Siefkin notes that some of the best auditing firms in the country were fooled by this scam. Note: No crowd microphone was available, so the questions are not audible.

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Government investigation

Jack Focht of the law firm Foulston Siefkin talks about possible future findings from government investigations. Note: No crowd microphone was available, so the questions are not audible.

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Loss of revenue to the department

University General Counsel Jim Pottorff and Athletics Director Lew Perkins answer media questions about the funds that did not go to KU. Note: No crowd microphone was available, so the questions are not audible.

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Perkins, part two

Athletics Director Lew Perkins continues his remarks at the press conference regarding KU's ticket investigation.

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Perkins, part one

Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little discusses the steps KU will be taking next, and then hands the microphone to Athletics Director Lew Perkins.

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Gray-Little and Focht

KU Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little begins the conference, and Jack Focht of Foulston Siefkin discusses the report made of their investigation.

Published on May 26, 2010

6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for May 26, 2010

Slight rain chances will linger tonight, but rain and clouds will begin to clear, with lows falling into the lower to middle 60s. Mostly to partly sunny for Thursday with highs in the middle 80s. Isolated showers and storms will return Sunday.

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Commuter Forecast for May 26, 2010

There could be spots of thunderstorms around the area this afternoon for your drive home, but that shouldn't slow things down too much.

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6 Weather Morning Forecast for May 26, 2010

Spotty showers and storms will be possible today, although several areas won't see any rain . Highs will warm into the lower to middle 80s, with light and variable winds.

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Commuter Forecast for May 26, 2010

Expect clouds to push through the area Wednesday morning with a chance of rain.

Published on May 26, 2010