GOP takes charge as Boehner becomes House speaker
Washington reports Republicans gained control of the House of Representatives as the 112th Congress opened. John Boehner of Ohio was elected speaker, pledging to cut spending and challenge President Obama, while Democrats retain Senate control led by Harry Reid.
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Gibbs quits as Obama spokesman amid White House reshuffle
Robert Gibbs, Obama’s chief spokesman and confidant, announces he will leave to pursue paid speaking and external advising. The White House threads a broad reshaping as Bill Daley eyes chief of staff, Axelrod exits, and Rahm Emanuel’s replacement looms amid 2012 campaign build.
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State sends warnings on dangers of 15 passenger vans
Kansas Departments of Revenue and Transportation will mail 5,000 letters to registered 15 passenger van owners warning of rollover risks. The NHTSA advisory follows two fatal rollovers and notes higher risk when fully loaded. KU and area schools have reduced use. nonprofits plan replacements with smaller vans.
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World Company buys Lawrence Give Back program
The World Company buys the Lawrence Give Back Program from founder Constance Wolfe. The loyalty card program donates 1 to 5 percent of purchases to local nonprofits and offers points redeemable as store credit. About 50 merchants and 100 nonprofits participate, with $100,000 distributed to nonprofits and $85,000 in store credit issued so far.
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