Prosecutor labels homicide cruel and atrocious in Hard 50 case
Douglas County District Attorney Charles Branson urged a first degree murder conviction for 19 year old Sarah B Gonzales McLinn in the killing of 52 year old Harold Lasko. Branson described the crime as cruel heinous and atrocious and said the state would pursue a Hard 50 sentence of 50 years without parole if convicted. McLinn appeared in district Court for a first appearance. The facts of the case determine that a Hard 50 sentence would be appropriate.
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Lola a Wr updates and closings notice
Readers are advised to check LJWorld.com for current updates and closings today and Wednesday.
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Winter storm to clobber area
Kansas University Lawrence public schools and many others closed as the National Weather Service predicts as much as 10 inches of snow through Wednesday morning. Residents stock up on milk and shovels while officials urge nonessential travel cautions. Meteorologist calls this Snowmaggedon Northeast Kansas Edition.
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Kansas physicians divided on medical marijuana use
Giles Bruce David Mulford of Hutchinson has a heart condition and severe muscle spasms. He tried marijuana oil after a lecture at the Statehouse, reporting dramatic relief, but he stopped due to Kansas law and fear of legal consequences. The debate among doctors over medical cannabis persists.
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Topeka Doctor Denounces Smoking Medication Charge
Eric Voth, a Topeka internist, argues that embracing smoking as a medication is fraudulent and a Trojan horse designed to manipulate public opinion. He sees the claim as a calculated misdirection by opponents.
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Hauxwell on cannabis for properly selected patients
Retired family doctor Jon Hauxwell near Hays says cannabis risks and benefits balance like any medication and that its benefits for carefully chosen patients considerably outweigh the risks for the individual.
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Heavy Snow Forecast for Today
The forecast calls for heavy snow with a high near 27. Details appear in the business, classified, and comics section on page 2A. A weather advisory or next update may follow depending on snowfall intensity and road conditions.
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Financing the fair adds 6.5 million for Douglas County fairgrounds
Douglas County Commission will discuss a 6.5 million plan for fairground additions and upgrades at Wednesday night meeting. Page 3A.
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