Sebelius rejects school cost study in Kansas funding debate
Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius told school officials the state will not adopt the Legislative Post-Audit cost study calling for a 400 million to 470 million funding increase. The move drew swift opposition from Alan Rupe, lead attorney for districts suing the state for constitutional education adequacy.
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Keep Your Eye on the Drinkin Gourd drama revival
Lawrence writer Napoleon Crews presents a historical drama for St. Luke AME about an escaped slave’s route to freedom. The piece revives history through performance and community storytelling.
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Napoleon Crews
New Abu Ghraib photos may fuel hostility toward foreign troops
U S officials warn fresh Abu Ghraib images from the prison abuse scandal could provoke renewed anger against foreign soldiers in Iraq. Some pictures are described as more gruesome than the 2004 images that sparked outrage.
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Notable KU music therapy aids brighten seniors at center
Barbara Little, manager of the Lawrence Senior Center adult day program, praises Kansas University music therapy students for enhancing the center’s activities. Their sessions spark smiles and a sense of accomplishment among participants, reflecting a successful collaboration.
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Lawrence Senior Center
Kansas University
Look Back at City Homicides and Unsolved Eyewitness Drama
A Friday feature reviews recent homicide cases within city limits, noting no unresolved cases besides a Granada shooting earlier this month. Eyewitness cooperation issues are highlighted, with a concise recap of how each case was investigated and solved.
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Governor Sebelius to unveil Hospira bioscience jobs plan
A McPherson event led by Gov Kathleen Sebelius will unveil Hospira adding 172 well paying jobs to its workforce. Marvin Peters of McPherson Industrial Development says the deal is a big milestone for the states Bioscience Authority aimed at spurring Kansas job growth through chemistry manufacturing and research roles.
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Kathleen Sebelius
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Inmate, accomplice sought after Lansing escape
Prison officials issued a public alert for John M. Manard and Toby Young, both described as armed and dangerous after Manard, serving a life term for a 1996 carjacking murder, escaped with Young. Authorities believe they fled in a gunpowder blue Chevy SUV using a dog crate in a Safe Harbor Prison Dogs van. Police request tips from the public.
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Cheney takes blame for hunting accident remarks
Vice President Dick Cheney said he bore full responsibility for the shooting of a hunting companion, calling it one of the worst days of his life. He defended delaying public disclosure until the day after the Saturday incident at a Texas ranch.
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Fox News Channel
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Katrina report faults Homeland Security chief in Katrina response
A Senate hearing and a House inquiry faulted the federal and local leaders for delayed evacuations and slow aid during Hurricane Katrina. Michael Chertoff said the response fell short of delivering immediate help, while the House report argued earlier presidential involvement could have produced a more effective response. The disaster killed over 1,300, caused tens of billions in damage, and displaced hundreds of thousands.
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