Standoff in Atchison Ends With Man's Fatal Shooting
A hostage situation in Atchison led to the death of Bryson McCray, 36, of St. Joseph, after a rescue attempt by police, Kansas Highway Patrol, and KBI personnel. The hostage, a woman known to McCray, was safely rescued. McCray died at a Kansas City hospital. The KBI continues the investigation and will forward findings to the county attorney.
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Lawrence district pledges support for all students regardless of status
Interim Superintendent Jeanice Swift and Lawrence Public Schools reaffirm commitment to protecting all students amid federal immigration policy changes. The district will not disclose student data without warrants and will review any school access requests to ensure legal compliance and FERPA protections.
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Rural small firms may dodge Douglas County registration
A proposed code change would let certain rural home based businesses operate without county registration or annual fees. Small operators would be exempt if their activity is low impact and not visible, with strict space, staffing, and appointment rules, while larger home occupations still must register.
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Ogallala Aquifer Levels Fall Across Kansas Regions
Preliminary data presented to the Kansas House Water Committee show declines in the Ogallala Aquifer across western regions. Southwest Kansas dropped 1.52 feet, Northwest 1.34, and Western Kansas about 0.5 feet since January 2024, with official report due soon. Kalbas notes rigorous field work and calls for targeted pumping reductions to stabilize supplies.
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