Topeka exams birth of Obama graduation row stirs ire
In Topeka Kansas a plan to invite Michelle Obama to address a combined five high schools graduation at an 8000 seat arena sparked protests over seating for family and friends. Students parents and online petitioners urged district to reconsider citing potential crowding and overshadowing the graduates big day.
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Judge hears more pretrial motions in 1997 rape case
A Douglas County judge continued pretrial proceedings in the 1997 rape case against Robert E. Grey, who faces May 1 trial. Motions debated include whether a jailhouse informant can testify and whether Grey’s former partner’s handgun evidence is admissible, amid decades of appeals and a prior overturned conviction.
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Michaels breach affects Lawrence outlet customers likely
The incident occurred between May 8 and July 29 with unknown card impacts at the Lawrence outlet. Michaels spokeswoman Kim Paone says the company cannot identify individual affected customers from available data. She advises customers to contact their banks if card activity seems unusual, noting numbers and expirations were exposed but no names addresses or PINs shown. Reporter Giles Bruce can be reached at 832-7233 or gbruce ljworld.com.
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Dole plans second Kansas tour in May after visit
Former U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole 90 announced a second tour of Kansas in May. He said he will visit 16 locations as part of a campaign swing through his home state, continuing efforts he began this year.
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Former senator and 1996 nominee tours Kansas in May
Former Kansas senator and 1996 Republican presidential nominee schedules a four day tour beginning May 12 with stops in Seneca Marysville Washington Clay Center Westmoreland and Manhattan. He then plans May 13 visits to Junction City Abilene Salina McPherson and Newton. May 14 brings Wichita El Dorado and Emporia, ending May 15 with events in Topeka and the Kansas City area.
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Follies satire and school acts at fundraiser show
The event featured comedians Doll and Hank Booth critiquing Kansas weather, the Legislature, and the KITE online testing system. The show mixed humor with serious talent from Lawrence and Free State High School, raising funds while teachers showcased performances.
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Kansas Supreme Court Criticizes Budget Bill For Courts
The Kansas Supreme Court condemns a legislative bill that shifts budget control to district chief judges, adds 2 million dollars to the judicial branch, and raises docket fees. The court warns the move weakens centralized authority and risks justice administration while noting lack of comment from Gov. Brownback. Senator Jeff King frames the bill as a 16 month budget compromise.
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