Notable Fight at Pool Room Leads to Two Arrests
Two people were arrested early Sunday on aggravated battery charges after a fight at the Pool Room on April 19 left a victim with significant injuries. Antwan Levalis Oliver and Sara Louise Little, both of Lawrence, were booked into Douglas County Jail after being interviewed. Police said three men suspected in vehicle break-ins near West 27th Terrace are being sought. a cell phone and other items were recovered during the investigation.
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McKinley
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Court declines review of ex-attorney general case
The Supreme Court refused to hear former Kansas Attorney General Phill Kline's bid to review his indefinite legal-license suspension. The Kansas Supreme Court had suspended Kline in October 2013 for misconduct linked to investigations of abortion providers and for misleading statements to a grand jury and others during his tenure as attorney general and later as a county prosecutor.
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Washburn policy on speaking to officials draws staff concern
Washburn University moved to require faculty to seek approval from administrators before speaking to public officials or media. University officials say the rule targets deans and tracks their statements, not limiting individual rights. Critics argue it infringes First Amendment rights and aims to quiet discussion after a related lawsuit.
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Topeka
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Social media policy open for public comment in Kansas
The Kansas Board of Regents invites public comments through Friday on a revised social media policy for faculty and staff. Regents may vote on a final policy next month after considering input. The policy aims to balance academic freedom with campus operations and disciplinary authority.
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Kansas
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Kansasregents.org
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Lawrence Highboys coach terminated after five seasons
Lewis Lawrence Highboys basketball coach was terminated after a five season tenure that included a 17 5 record this year. Parents and players voiced strong opinions as Raegann Berger and others criticized the school administration while expressing loyalty to Coach Lewis.
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Tenure Controversy Ties Kansas Coach to Board Meeting
Lawrence High faces debate as Kansas lawmakers move to repeal tenure rights for all teachers effective July 1, leaving few with due process protections before firing. Board members avoided personnel questions as they postponed a decision on reviewing the case.
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Lawrence High
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