Sebelius budget on the line for legislative vote
Kansas lawmakers face decisive votes over Gov. Kathleen Sebelius budget plan of 10.2 billion and a 400 million revenue package to balance the spending, with Republicans wary of tobacco bond and gaming fixes. The session advances to a wrap on April 30 as Boeing jet bonds proposal looms.
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KU reports 2002 crime drop at KU Public Safety Office
KU officials announced 2002 crime reports fell 10 percent to 807, the fifth straight annual decline. Burglary down 53.7 percent over five years while campus rape tallies stayed low. Budget cuts trimmed staff, but administrators urged continued reporting and vigilance.
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Statistics decline sampling of 2002 crime report by KU safety office
Kansas University Public Safety Office released a 2002 crime statistics report on Wednesday noting a decline in sampling. The release provides data points on incidents across campus and highlights methodological changes affecting year over year comparisons.
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EPA ordered to set highest protection for Kansas waters
A federal judge ordered the EPA to designate the highest water protection level for 1,456 Kansas waters under the Clean Water Act. The ruling compels studies showing why certain waterways cannot meet the fishable and swimmable standard and requires final action by June 30.
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Langston Hughes statue project advances in Lawrence
Lawrence Arts Commission approved the Langston Hughes statue plan by eight votes with two abstentions. The design by Kenneth Wheatley shows Hughes in his 50s on a bench with an open book, positioned in Watson Park near Seventh and Kentucky streets. Funds are to be privately raised, with an estimated cost of 35 000 to 40 000 dollars and final approval pending Parks and Recreation and City Commission.
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Veterans Lottery Bill Aims Aid For Guardsmen And Homes
Kansas legislators propose a new veterans scratch-off game where half of the profits fund Kansas National Guard educational scholarships and the rest support the Kansas Veterans Home in Winfield and the Soldiers Home in Dodge City. The bill was introduced by State Sen. Stephen Morris, a Ringgold veteran of two Vietnam tours, inspired by a West Virginia veterans lottery that raised about $7 million.
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Donations to restore Kansas Law Enforcement Memorial kickoff
Law enforcement groups launched a drive to raise 160000 to restore and improve the Kansas Law Enforcement Memorial. The memorial for officers killed in the line of duty was near the Capitol but removed for an underground parking garage project. Donations are tax deductible and sent to Commerce Bank & Trust Topeka KS 66605.
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