River near flood levels as Kansas River rises in Lawrence
Rainfall pushes the Kansas River toward near flood stage in Lawrence with forecasts placing the crest at 17.9 feet tonight. Douglas County Emergency Management warns of minor flooding in low areas while urging precautions. Flood watches continue in Douglas and Jefferson counties with warnings in Shawnee, Johnson and Leavenworth counties. Local officials monitor the river as rain breaks but water levels may still rise.
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Neighborhood pushes to roll back Fourth Street speed limit
A year after raising Fourth Street in Lawrence from 30 to 35 mph, residents contest the change. City data show speed average up slightly and no crash rise. officials uphold 35 mph from McDonald to Michigan with plans to review if conditions shift. Hospital volunteer Bechtel urged reductions elsewhere and laments wider scope.
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Grandparents Targeted by Grandson Imposter Scam
Harold and Bernice Klein nearly transferred 3000 to a caller posing as their Marine grandson in trouble. The early morning call warned of bail and legal fees after alleged drug wrongdoing in Canada. The scam underscores a 2024 Johnson County warning about grandchild emergency schemes.
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