Lawmakers Return To Tax Cut Debate In Kansas
Kansas lawmakers reconvened after spring break with room to cut taxes and boost spending but faces a fresh redistricting debate as court challenges loom. They have not finalized a $22 billion budget for the next year amid GOP Gov. Laura Kelly disagreements. A Wyandotte County judge struck down new congressional districts as partisan gerrymandering with the Kansas Supreme Court expected on appeal, and the high court must review legislative lines by late May as a brighter fiscal forecast adds $760 million in projected tax receipts.
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Woman charged in Douglas County with dozens of child offense cases
April Caitlin Ticer 25 faces three counts of sexual exploitation of a minor for promoting a sexually explicit performance of a child under 14 and 50 counts of exploitation involving possession of media of a child under 18. Incidents dated October 14, 2019, and September 23, 2020. Witnesses include Facebook Google and Midco. Bond set at 25000. released same day.
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County adopts 911 text messaging for emergencies
Douglas County residents can now text 911 for help in emergencies. The service, from the Kansas 911 Coordinating Council, aims to aid those who cannot call. Texts should include location and emergency type and may trigger follow-up questions. The feature requires a text plan and English use only. Do not text while driving.
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Olathe Man Leads Lawrence Police Chase Through Downtown
Kendrick Guerrero, 19, allegedly led Lawrence police on a nighttime chase through downtown before crashing into a pole near 11th Street. He was arrested on suspicion of firearm possession while under the influence, DUI, reckless fleeing, failing to report an accident, hallucinogenic drug possession, and paraphernalia. booked into Douglas County Jail on an $8,950 bond.
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West Middle School Principal Kathy Branson to retire
Lawrence school district announces Kathy Branson will resign as West Middle School principal effective June 30 2022 pending school board approval after 30 years district service. Branson led West for 29 years and earlier taught math and geography at West Junior High.
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Liberty Memorial Central
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West Middle School
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