Parole System Under Scrutiny After Killing of Elderly Lawrence Couple
Damien C Lewis, a 22 year old parolee, is charged with killing an elderly Lawrence couple. Kansas Department of Corrections spokesman Bill Miskell says release procedures were followed and Lewis was eligible for up to 40 dollars upon release. The department reports 483 warrants for former inmates violating parole, with enforcement dependent on police discovery or neighbor reports.
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KU ends study abroad program after fatal golfito incident
A year after Shannon Martin was stabbed to death in Golfito Costa Rica the University of Kansas announced it would close its study abroad program there Rising tensions and program costs influenced the move Deans and Martin s mother urged different safety measures and leadership at the site noting failures to provide safety guidance and local knowledge The mother blamed the program director for not informing students how to stay safe and where not to go
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Bush Insists Economy Strong Despite Press Pressure
President Bush asserts the economy remains robust amid criticism and uncertainty. He argues steady growth, job creation, and business investment support resilience, citing manufacturing signs and consumer confidence as proof of continued expansion.
Bush says economy strong despite stock market tumble
President Bush refused to advise on stocks saying he is not a broker. He warned the market’s drop and WorldCom bankruptcy add political risk ahead of the November elections. Markets opened up then fell about 235 points closing at 7784 as advisers worry about investor losses and GOP ties to business.
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Kerr’s Budget Focus Tops gubernatorial race coverage
Special report outlines Dave Kerr as the Democrat in name only for governor race. Kerr’s strongest credential is budget know how amid a $700 million shortfall. He stresses state finances in campaign remarks to Rotary clubs. Other GOP candidates and schedule context noted.
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