Supreme Court sides with Kansas in water dispute
The Supreme Court ordered Nebraska to pay Kansas 5.5 million dollars for taking more water from the Republican River, partly granting Kansas its claim while altering the measurement formula. The ruling, written by Justice Elena Kagan, affirms the compact’s balance and directs allocations and future enforcement.
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Kansas Senate backs bill to empower Kobach on election crimes
The Kansas Senate on Tuesday advanced Senate Bill 34 to authorize the secretary of state Kris Kobach to prosecute election crimes. The measure would create new offenses such as attempting to vote more than once and raise penalties for existing violations, shifting authority from county or district attorneys and the attorney general. Democrats questioned the need, arguing Kansas does not grant similar powers to local election officers, while Senate Minority Leader Anthony Hensley highlighted state practice.
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Lawmakers reopen fight over Kansas in-state tuition law
Kansas legislators resumed debate on repealing the 2004 in-state tuition statute for undocumented students. The House Education Committee heard the measure amid national immigration tensions. The law allows residency and Kansas high school graduation for eligibility. about 651 students currently benefit, including 12 at Kansas University.
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Lawrence police officer arrested on multiple charges
Lawrence officer William Jacob Burke 32 was arrested on suspicion of domestic and aggravated battery kidnapping and criminal threat related to an alleged June incident with a person he has a domestic relationship. He is suspended on paid leave and scheduled for a court appearance. He has served with the department since 2011 and is held without bond in Douglas County Jail.
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