Courts outside school finance rejected in amendment push
Kansas lawmakers debated Senate Concurrent Resolution 1608 to make funding for public education a purely legislative power and keep courts from reviewing school finance. Sen. Steve Abrams said the Legislature is final arbiter and public backlash should be exercised at the ballot box. The measure follows court rulings ordering increased funding, including a panel ordering at least 440 million dollars more. It faces a two thirds vote in both chambers before a ballot in August 2014. policy analyst Dan Thatcher noted Kansas is not alone in school finance litigation and that lawsuits often yield higher education spending nationally.
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Charity Roast to raise funds for cancer center in Lawrence
The Lawrence Annual Charity Roast debuts at 7 30 p m Friday at Alvamar Country Club to honor John Ross and celebrate five years cancer free. Proceeds go to Lawrence Memorial Hospital Oncology Center. Tickets are 10 dollars with drinks. call 865 4411 or visit Alvamar for tickets.
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Escaped prisoner captured in Kansas City chase
An escaped inmate in Kansas City Kansas was recaptured after fleeing through downtown in socks and boxer shorts. He faces first degree murder charges after escaping Wednesday afternoon from a Wyandotte County courtroom. The inmate attacked the deputy guarding him before an off-duty officer wrestled him to the ground.
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Local priests react to papal resignation of Benedict XVI
Local Catholic leaders say the surprise resignation of Pope Benedict XVI may set a constructive example for future popes. They note the pope cited the good of the church and acknowledge the challenges of leading a global institution into old age. Some express optimism about the selection of Benedict's successor and the evolving papacy.
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Kansas Board Adopts Seclusion and Restraint Rules
The Kansas State Board of Education voted 9 to 1 to approve rules on seclusion and restraint for students with severe behavioral disorders. Critics said enforcement rests with local boards, not the state, and that there is no appeals process for parents. The board plans to draft a second rule set to create an appeal mechanism.
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