Riordan seeks second term on Lawrence City Commission
Lawrence physician Terry Riordan announces a bid for a second term on the city commission. He cites lessons from Rock Chalk Park and calls for an audit of the project to ensure proper bidding and transparent use of public funds. Riordan, 63, has served two years amid ongoing concerns over no bid contracts and community trust.
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Democrats respond to Brownback budget plan in Kansas
Four days after Gov. Sam Brownback unveiled a two year budget plan proposing cuts to K-12 education and higher taxes on cigarettes and alcohol, Democratic leaders in the Legislature had not yet answered. House Minority Leader Rep. Tom Burroughs said they were reviewing the 858 page document. Some rank and file Democrats criticized Brownback’s move to repeal the state school finance policy.
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Lawmakers weigh cost of Clean Power Plan in Kansas
Kansas lawmakers debate whether to comply with proposed carbon emission rules for power plants or fight them in court. Senate Utilities Committee chair Sen. Robert Olson says legislation may emerge by session end, with possible litigation as the likely path. Regulators briefed the panel on the plan.
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