Brownback plan seeks redrawn senate map excluding two incumbents
Governor Brownback backs a redistricting plan to remove two Democratic incumbents from their current districts, including his general election opponent. Kensinger told the Senate Reapportionment Committee Leavenworth County should be a single district due to its population, noting it is not self contained in one district and neither current Leavenworth senator lives there. Currently Leavenworth is represented by Senators Holland and Kultala.
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Senate advances bill to double K 10 fines
Kansas Senate moved SB 342 to double traffic fines on K 10 between Lawrence and Johnson County and on US 54 in Wichita as part of a safety corridor plan. The move follows advocacy by Cainan Shutt's family and Eudora officials after the 5 year old was killed last year in an area crash. The bill, supported by Sen. Tom Holland Baldwin City, passed a voice vote and heads to the House for consideration.
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Ticket graft case slows as feds pass on charges
Federal authorities declined to pursue criminal charges in a case involving two suspended Lawrence police officers suspected of helping dismiss speeding tickets in exchange for Kansas University basketball tickets. City officials say the internal probe centers on a possible gratuity violation. Local critics call the matter graft and corruption, while experts note charges hinge on how facts would fit bribery or gratuity definitions.
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Judge rules man not a sexual predator in molest case
Douglas County District Judge Michael Malone ruled 54 year old Christopher J. Saemisch should be released rather than kept in state custody for sex offender treatment after two days of testimony. Prosecutors failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that he would re off end, despite psychiatrists' assessments of pedophilia and exhibitionism and a treatment class completed without full understanding.
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Kumu Rivalry Heads Toward Ending Soon
Friday preview outlines the long-standing Kumu rivalry, highlighting history, key figures, and implications as the series approaches its conclusion. The feature emphasizes fan interest, notable games, and potential outcomes for both sides.
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