Kansas House passes 40 year murder sentence despite death penalty defeat
The Kansas House approved a 40 year no parole for premeditated murder, 111 to 9, after rejecting a death penalty proposal. The bill, backed by Douglas County reps Branson Charlton and Miller, now goes to the Senate for review before Gov. Hayden can act.
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State tax refunds rise 79 percent with early filings
Nearly 112000 taxpayers have filed returns, a 79 percent jump from 1989 as the Kansas Department of Revenue credits the Tax Simplification Act for easier forms. Refunds are being processed in eight days, with 111999 refunds through Thursday versus 62499 last year. Officials warn the rush will intensify around the April 16 deadline.
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KU enrollment hits new high after dip
Kansas University reports spring enrollment of 27,182 on the 20th day of classes, up 378 from last year. Lawrence campus counts 24,826 with 312 more, KU Medical Center at 2,356 up 66. Chancellor Gene Budig says enrollment has stabilized and demand remains high for KU programs.
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Brussels talks on East European aid appeal gains global turnout
Officials from 24 Western nations met in Brussels to discuss appeals by five East European countries for aid to restore their crippled economies. The meeting highlighted Western support for economic stabilization in the region and aimed to align policies among participants.
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Belgium
Area report highlights city features and listings
Local news digest outlines features across sections including classifieds comics crosswords obituaries hospitals markets real estate sports and weather. The listing indicates focus areas and page references for reader navigation.
Police chief and sheriff back life sentence for murder
Lawrence Police Chief Ron Olin urged the Kansas Senate Judiciary Committee to lengthen prison terms for first degree murder as the House debated reinstating capital punishment. He cited Douglas County cases where killers were released after short terms and warned that John William could face release in 15 years under current law.
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U S trade deficit hits five year low in 1989
The 1989 U S trade deficit narrowed to 108 58 billion, the smallest yearly imbalance since 1984, as December deficit fell to 7 17 billion. Exports rose 13 percent while imports climbed 7 3 percent, led by machinery and telecom equipment and oil imports reaching a record 54 percent of total demand. Japan remained the largest deficit partner.
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Michael Darby
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American Petroleum Institute
Ice breaking Cartagena summit ties U S drug fight
President Bush and Cabinet reviewed the Cartagena summit that forged a three nation anti drug alliance with Colombia Bolivia and Peru. He said the document created an unprecedented coalition and aims to expand international drug control with allies in Europe and beyond.
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Walnut couple seek bone marrow donor via newborn daughter
A Walnut couple gamble on conceiving a baby to provide a compatible bone marrow donor for their leukemia-stricken 17-year-old daughter. Dr. Patricia Konrad notes the risky plan, with about a one in four chance the newborn will match. The baby, a girl due in April, could save a life despite medical concern.
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