Lawmakers see immigration overhaul this year
Washington Republicans and Democrats expressed cautious optimism that a comprehensive immigration reform bill with a path to citizenship for the roughly 11 million undocumented immigrants could pass Congress this year. Senators Durbin Menendez and McCain emphasized border security and employer enforcement as essential elements in a broader package.
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John McCain
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Local control over water rights discussed at Kansas forum
Kansas water officials and stakeholders met at the Farm and Ranch Show to discuss new local control measures. The 2012 LEMA program lets groundwater districts manage use, with Sheridan and Thomas counties reporting a 20 percent usage reduction over five years to extend the Ogallala Aquifer.
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Wayne Bossert
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Sheridan
Bossert
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Topeka schools seek rifles for district officers
The Topeka school district security chief urged the school board to arm all district officers with semi automatic rifles, not just contracted TPD officers. He cited comparisons to what armed suspects use elsewhere and asked for Colt AR-15s, stun guns, and additional security cameras.
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Topeka
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Ron Brown
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Radke Named Director at Family Crisis Services
Janene Radke has taken over as director of Family Crisis Services, bringing a focus on prevention and youth engagement. She aims to involve men in speaking to youths and looks to expand community outreach while acknowledging her personal experience with domestic violence.
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Family Crisis Services
Radke
FCS
Robin Shelden
Wichita State University
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