Roberts sees Iraq mission improving under al Abadi
Sen Roberts returns from Iraq confident in gains against Islamic State and in Sunni Shia reconciliation. He praises Kurdish fighters backed by US air strikes recapturing Mount Sinjar under Iraqi and Kurdish leadership. He notes diminished corruption, leadership of al Abadi, and argues no new war declaration is needed while urging clearer White House messaging.
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Crough Reaches Court on Mental Competence in Stabbing Case
At the May hearing Tahirkheli discussed his client’s mental illness and a possible defense of mental disease or defect. Crough was ordered to a hospital after a Sept. 22 competency evaluation found him unable to stand trial. He had pleaded no contest to the November 2013 attempted robbery and faced a probation consideration later.
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Sunflower Faces Legal Challenge Over Holcomb Plant Permit
The Sierra Club filed an appeal with the Kansas Appellate Court challenging a May 30 permit addendum for the Holcomb plant. KDHE reviews cited compliance with emission rules yet critics say inadequate limits on hazardous air pollutants and greenhouse gases persist. Sunflower and Gov Brownback defended the project’s regulatory diligence and job impact amid ongoing court proceedings.
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KPERS funding counted as school aid in Kansas budget disputes
Gov Brown proposed a 40 million cut to KPERS the state pension fund and critics say counting pension contributions as education funding is inconsistent. Salina officials and school boards urge consistency noting money counted as state aid but not usable for operations. Kansas lawmakers debate whether KPERS should count toward school funding in the Rose Standard context.
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