Evergy drops plans to end coal burning at Lawrence Energy Center by 2028; not clear when coal burning may stop
Plans to convert the coal-burning power plant on the outskirts of Lawrence to a natural gas-burning plant have been scrapped indefinitely, the Journal-World has learned from a review of regulatory filings by the plant’s operator. Evergy, the state’s largest electric utility, confirmed to ...
Report: Lawrence woman detained for 30 hours by custom officers regarding illegal voting in local election
19th Street expected to fully reopen in first week of June
A utility and road construction project near 19th Street and Maple Lane is nearing completion, and the City of Lawrence expects 19th will reopen ...
KU softball opens regional against Michigan
Photo Gallery: KU softball walks off to beat Michigan, 1-0, in NCAA Tournament
Douglas County commissioners award tenant eviction defense pilot contracts to the program’s two applicants to be legal service provider
Douglas County tax rebate program for seniors and disabled veterans expands sharply, distributing over $156K in 2026
Payouts for Douglas County's senior and disabled veteran tax rebate program significantly increased in 2026 – distributing more than five times ...
KU researcher believes new model to treat mental health issues can lead to better treatments
KU architecture students to host open house on Saturday for latest eco-friendly home
KU Commencement set for Sunday; tips on navigating the scene and campus construction
Latest Census numbers show Lawrence lost population; only Kansas city of 40K or more to post a loss
Costco gets its building permit from City Hall; Walmart also moving ahead with gas station plans
How big a deal will the World Cup be? City could collect a windfall to help with 2027 budget
Closing arguments in double-murder trial rescheduled for Friday
A ‘maze’ or a ‘straight path’? Jurors weighing evidence in double-murder trial
2 injured in shooting in eastern Lawrence; man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
Go, See Do: Dance showcases, nature projects and KU graduation
Listening to the quiet part: Symptoms don’t always scream, so seek help if something seems off
‘This really means something to them’: Lawrence’s Free State Darts League is bringing seniors, students, new players and veterans together
Community Connections at Pinckney teacher receives $10,000 prize for teaching excellence
Evergy drops plans to end coal burning at Lawrence Energy Center by 2028; not clear when coal burning may stop
Douglas County tax rebate program for seniors and disabled veterans expands sharply, distributing over $156K in 2026
Proposed Aldi grocery store in northwest Lawrence hits a setback in city’s planning process
City names five finalists for city manager position; community to meet candidates Wednesday
Lawrence city leaders will weigh in on 5-year infrastructure plan, whether to put 0.3% sales tax renewal on the 2027 ballot
