No independent probe in Lawrence police officer case
The Lawrence Police Department did not seek an outside investigation when Officer William Burke was accused of assault in a dog kennel incident. Officials cited ongoing civil litigation while internal review suggests no external agency was engaged, contrasting with other cases and growing trends toward independent inquiries. Burke seeks $525,000 in damages, and city officials defend probable cause in his federal suit.
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Lawmakers debate bill to limit police officer records
State legislators consider HB 2070 to restrict public access to police officer credentials and work histories. Doug Anstaett of the media association warned the proposal could hide misconduct by delaying or blocking knowledge of departures from police jobs. The measure was introduced in mid January and faces ongoing debate.
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Doug Anstaett
Westar Great Plains seek to salvage $12.2B merger amid criticism
Kansas hearings opened on a planned $122 billion merger between Westar Energy and Great Plains Energy. Critics warn the deal overpays, creates a larger but financially fragile utility, and could raise consumer costs even as attorneys tout promised savings and 40+ protections. Regulators weigh whether the merger benefits Kansas City area customers and maintains Westar’s Topeka headquarters.
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David Nickel
Citizens’ Utility Ratepayers Board
Kansas judge consolidates hearings on voter citizenship suit
District Judge Julie Robinson ordered a joint hearing to consolidate oral arguments on motions for partial summary judgment in two federal suits challenging Kansas proof-of-citizenship for voter registration. The case centers on requiring documents like birth certificates or passports to prove US citizenship, with claims the rule burdens voting and travel rights and discriminates against outsiders.
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Kansas
Julie Robinson
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Lawmakers weigh sales tax exemptions amid budget gap
Kansas lawmakers hear industry groups defend farm machinery and home building tax breaks as they consider a rescission plan to close a 340 million revenue shortfall. Telecomm firms and farm lobbies stress exemptions support farmers, housing, and local economies while Brownback proposes sweeping highway fund cuts and higher cigarette taxes.
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