Murder trial test heats up as witnesses take stand
Jurors heard from a police detective and a medical examiner as the prosecution rests in the second-degree murder case against Joshua Back. The 34 year old from Oskaloosa also faces theft charges. Trial began Monday after an early May 2015 stabbing at 700 Arkansas St. Lautenschlager, 45, was stabbed in the neck and Back fled in a stolen truck.
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Wichita tightens massage parlor rules to curb trafficking
The Wichita City Council approved a broad licensing overhaul for massage parlors banning sex activity and nudity as the City Attorney's office, led by Maria Garcia, reviews similar ordinances from other cities to craft proposed Lawrence measures. Police seek stronger massage regulations, with commission input needed as the process begins.
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Kansas lawmakers clash with governor over budget plan
Legislators grilled Gov. Brownback’s budget proposals at a joint session amid revised revenue estimates showing a $228 million shortfall through the next fiscal year. They debated tax timing as the plan relies on sweeping $185 million from the highway fund and a 3 percent cut to six universities, including KU, to close deficits.
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KU donor matches next 5K gifts for Babb scholarship
A donor will match the next 5000 in gifts to the Tom Babb Student Accessibility Scholarship at Kansas University Endowment Association, with donations due by 5 p.m. today. Babb, a KU Beta Theta Pi freshman paralyzed from the neck down in Hawaii, aims to return to campus this fall after recovery and ongoing care. the fraternity plans a 5K on campus Sunday to raise funds for the scholarship.
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Lawrence district weighs levy to avoid next year cuts
Lawrence school district officials say a mill levy increase may be necessary to forestall substantial program cuts in the coming school year. The plan hinges on anticipated state aid and local funding decisions as district leaders outline enduring budget pressures.
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