Regents to weigh caps as higher ed faces cuts
Kansas higher education officials at a Board of Regents retreat warn that further budget reductions could force enrollment caps at state colleges. Regents seek a unified public message as lawmakers consider more cuts amid tax declines, with $100 million—about 12 percent—already slashed.
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Kansas Board of Regents
Kansas
Dan Lykins
Kansas University
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Mark Parkinson
Kansans weigh in on Kennedy legacy video report
Sheyda Jahanbani, a former Kennedy intern and now KU history professor, recalls the late senator's rare patience and dedication in hearings. The piece notes Kennedy's habit of listening and asking questions beyond his turn, highlighting what insiders describe as his extraordinary commitment. The report references a video feature at LJWorld com and mentions the Kennedy family announcing early details of his legacy.
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Sheyda Jahanbani
Edward Kennedy
Massachusetts Democrat
C-Span
Jahanbani
Kansas University
Kennedy and Dole radio pairs online memorial archive
Kennedy and Dole co hosted a long running weekly national radio show. With the Dole Institute of Politics assistance, portions of those programs are now available online for listening. Kansas remembrance notes Kennedy’s death at age 77 from brain cancer.
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Ted Kennedy
Kansas
Bob Dole
Dole Institute of Politics
Kennedy
Dole
Ljworld.com
New blood tests speed heart attack diagnosis in chest pain
Two European studies in the New England Journal of Medicine show newer troponin tests from Abbott Roche and Siemens detect heart attack earlier with accuracy of 94 to 96 percent, versus 85 to 90 percent for older tests. US approval exists for Abbott and Siemens. Doctors say costs are similar and often covered by insurance.
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United States
Europe
New England Journal of Medicine
Abbott Laboratories
Roche
Siemens AG
Abbott
Siemens
Mayo Clinic
Allan Jaffe
KU Freshman Shane Reynolds Leads Friends in MTV Contest
A group of high school friends, including KU freshman Shane Reynolds, compete this Friday in an MTV contest aiming to win the prize.
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Shane Reynolds
MTV
Downtown Lawrence to raise parking fines and rates
Lawrence officials announce new downtown parking charges effective Tuesday. Meters on Massachusetts Street will grant less time per quarter, with a transition period in place. Fines rise to 3 dollars for overtime, enforcement extends to 6 pm, and a habitual violator rule allows a 50 dollar fine after five violations in 30 days.
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Massachusetts
Jane Pennington
Lawrence Inc
Lisa Patterson
Patterson
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