Lawrence counts bike and foot traffic in September across 22 locations
Volunteers tallied bicyclists and pedestrians at 22 Lawrence sites in September to gauge where people walk and bike, with Kasold Drive included due to reconstruction. Data will inform city infrastructure decisions as Lawrence participates for the seventh year in the National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project.
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Kansas aging trend may outpace children in 50 years
A Wichita State study forecasts Kansas residents over 65 will double in 50 years and outnumber children for the first time, as the state’s population grows to over 3.5 million by 2064 while the 18 to 64 labor force rises only about 10 percent. Center director Jeremy Hill warns the shrinking workforce could affect tax revenue and economic growth.
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Kansas House advances on constitutional court selection plan
The Kansas House on Wednesday voted 69 to 53 to pursue final action on a proposed constitutional amendment changing Supreme Court justice selection to a governor appoint with Senate confirmation, diverging from the current merit selection system that uses a nonpartisan nominating commission. The final House vote is slated for today.
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Free State High student says flag not racist
A Free State High School student explains he was barred from flying a full sized Confederate flag from a pickup truck flagpole and says he has family on both sides of the Civil War. He claims he was unfairly singled out and emphasizes his mixed heritage.
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Kansas teachers face possible prosecution for harmful material
Lawmakers discuss a bill in Kansas that would let teachers be prosecuted for material deemed harmful to minors. The measure seeks to expand adults’ responsibility in classroom content and raises questions about censorship and education standards.
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