People in Missouri and Kansas risk lead exposure from drinking water at greater rates than almost any other state, a new report has found. The Natural Resources Defense Council released findings last week that as many as 12 million Americans may be receiving drinking water through lead pipes ...
As Lawrence struggles to help the increasing number of people experiencing homelessness, including many living in encampments, the city manager’s recommended budget calls for creating a new division to address the issue. City Manager Craig Owens’ recommended budget for 2022 allocates ...
Lawrence city leaders will soon consider approving contracts for three employee groups that are represented by unions, including the first contract for the city’s recently unionized solid waste workers, which calls for $650,000 in pay increases for next year. As part of its meeting Tuesday, ...
A $325,000 public art project for Lawrence’s new police headquarters received an approval from the local arts panel and will now be considered by city leaders. As part of its meeting Wednesday evening, the Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission voted 9-0 to recommend the project for approval. ...
The City of Lawrence has issued a cease and desist order to AT&T and its subcontractors for all active projects in the city because of numerous complaints and what the city describes as reckless behavior. In a news release Thursday, the city states that all right-of-way permits applied ...
The City of Lawrence is seeking feedback from the public on the city manager’s recommended budget. City Manager Craig Owens' recommended budget is $383.87 million across all funds. Among other things, it would reallocate existing resources to establish a Housing Initiatives Division to ...