Democratic governor candidates clash on abortion and gun rights
Five Democratic hopefuls debated education social services funding and marijuana legalization. Laura Kelly criticized Josh Svaty for abortion restrictions while Svaty attacked Kelly over the 2015 constitutional carry vote. Carl Brewer touted abortion rights and gun controls, avoiding direct clashes.
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Court rejects Kobach request to block grand jury probe
The Kansas Court of Appeals refused a new hearing on whether a citizen initiated grand jury should be called to investigate Kris Kobach for alleged voter registration mishandling. Democratic candidate Steven X. Davis seeks the probe while Kobach pursues the GOP governor nomination.
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City promises release of police survey results
Lawrence officials plan to post the police relations survey after criticism over delays. City Manager Tom Markus said the consultants’ report will be released, acknowledging past staff delays and transparency concerns in marginalized communities.
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City and police union begin mediated talks in Lawrence
Representatives of the city and the Lawrence Police Officers Association began mediated contract negotiations on Wednesday. They must conclude by July 1 to avoid impasse under local rules, while seeking a mental health wellness program for officers to be included in the 2020 budget. The talks, closed to the public, aim to align the contract with the city’s union management resolution and involve a letter of understanding.
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