City approves 11.8 million incentives for Ninth and New Hampshire project
City commissioners cleared the way for a roughly 11.8 million package of incentives to entice private redevelopment at Ninth and New Hampshire. The plan funds two below ground parking garages to serve a hotel retail complex and a mixed use building, with money sourced from new taxes rather than the city budget.
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Douglas County to mail new voter cards to reduce confusion
After federal judges redrew Kansas legislative districts, Douglas County will spend about 23000 to mail new voter information cards to all 70000 registered voters. Cards show polling place, party, address, and all districts voters may vote in, including Congressional and state House and Senate districts.
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Woman’s murder conviction expunged in Kansas case
Kathleen Cobb, a former Lawrence resident, had her first degree murder conviction expunged by Shawnee County District Court Judge David Debenham after more than 17 years in prison. The move allows employers to exclude the conviction from background checks, despite opposition from the Shawnee County District Attorney. Cobb has since moved out of Kansas and declined comment.
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Weather forecast predicts hot windy day with 104 high
The forecast for today calls for windy conditions and hot temperatures reaching 104 degrees with a low around 75. Breezes from the west may ease afternoon heat. Page 10A provides regional timing and temperatures.
Fire truck from 9/11 stops in Lawrence
A World Trade Center response fire truck visits Lawrence as part of a tribute. Nine firefighters died while responding to the attack, commemorated in coverage on Page 3A.
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