Fantasy football legality in Kansas sparks talk of change
Kansas lawmakers and state officials discuss whether fan tasy football leagues violate the law. While supporters call it harmless entertainment, the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission says money or prize leagues meet the lottery definition and remain illegal without a constitutional amendment.
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23rd and Iowa mess ready to take a big leap
City officials expect a key turning lane at 23rd and Iowa to open before KU's first home football game. Crews progress on other projects as detours remain on 12th and Ohio due to a waterline break. Sixth and Iowa work should finish by mid October with a new exit ramp closure possibly stretching into December.
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Thunderstorm Deaths
Two storm related fatalities reported as thunderstorms moved through the region. Authorities investigating causes and implications for local safety measures. Community leaders urge caution and remind residents to seek shelter indoors during lightning and heavy rain events.
KU to Equip Police With Body Cameras This Semester
Kansas University police officers will wear body mounted cameras during patrol shifts this semester. The technology costs about 7000 dollars and aims to record interactions for accountability and training as part of campus safety upgrades.
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Kansas wins another year free of No Child rules
The U S Department of Education granted Kansas a one year waiver extension from No Child Left Behind requirements and removed the state from the high risk list. Interim Education Commissioner Brad Neuenswander credited the approval to Kansas unique use of student growth in teacher and principal evaluations and the Obama administration’s waivers as alternative reforms.
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