Appeals panel allows Trump election case to proceed
A federal appeals panel ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump can face trial on charges tied to efforts to overturn the 2020 results, rejecting his immunity defense. The decision restarts momentum for the landmark prosecution, with timing uncertain as appeals and possible Supreme Court action loom amid a crowded election year.
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Border Ukraine aid deal collapses in Senate
Washington AP reports a bipartisan border enforcement and Ukraine aid deal collapsed as Republicans withdrew support after President Biden urged firmness. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell said the effort is dead, with funds exhausted and no likelihood of passing. The Pentagon halted additional arms shipments to Kyiv as the war nears its third year. House Republicans also moved to impeach but failed to advance the effort.
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Mayorkas Impeachment Bid Fails by One Vote
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas faced a near impeaching vote as GOP lawmakers faltered. Democrats blocked charges amid a divided political climate, stalling the party's bid to punish the Biden administration over border policy.
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Blinken Talks Ceasefire With Saudi Crown Prince in Riyadh
U S Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Saudi Crown Prince in Riyadh to push a Gaza ceasefire plan and postwar work. Hamas and Israel clash over core truce terms as Iran’s allies resist U S pressure and Gaza shows widespread destruction after Israeli withdrawals.
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Lawrence considers Wakarusa floodplain change for New Boston Crossing
Lawrence officials weigh approval of a Wichita developer’s plan to shift part of the 177 acre New Boston Crossing site out of the Wakarusa River floodplain with grading and fill, pending FEMA sign off. Vice Mayor Dever backs process while Mayor Littlejohn cites housing need amid mixed public comments.
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Turnhalle Incentives Package Gains Early Approval
Turnhalle reports an incentives package with a 15 year 70 percent Neighborhood Revitalization Area rebate a 20 year 2 percent Community Improvement District tax and Industrial Revenue Bonds offering a sales tax exemption on construction. Commissioners praise the project while final approvals hinge on the Douglas County Commission and Lawrence school board before city action.
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Hearing process for limited noncompliance citations eyed
Jolicoeur outlined an administrative hearing mechanism to handle a small set of noncompliant citations. Causes include negligence, financial limits, or a mix of factors, with issues like loose dogs and other animals creating property damage or nuisances. A hearing officer would be a private attorney, used only when cases arise, not a full-time position.
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Cookies sales spread across town with varied flavors
Gina Garvin markets this year’s Girl Scout varieties Thin Mints Peanut Butter Patties Caramel Delites Tre Foil Peanut Butter Sandwich Lemonades Adventurefuls and Toast Yays at $6 per box. Booths run 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for four weekends at Checkers Foods Cottin Hardware Dick’s Sporting Goods Dillons Hy Vee Michaels Westlake Hardware and more shops with Walmart pop ups Feb 16 and events Feb 17 18 at the Lawrence Home Show and Feb 18 at Mr Brews Taphouse.
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