Trump administration seeks drastic cut to tribal colleges
The Department of the Interior budget request to Congress seeks a near 90 percent reduction in funding for tribal colleges and universities, dropping postsecondary program funding from over $182 million this year to just above $22 million in 2026. The plan targets Haskell Indian Nations University and Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute. Haskell faculty recommend appointing the business dean as president.
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Police seek to quash release of speech pathologist file
Lawrence Police Department asks a Douglas County judge to block disclosure of its investigative file on Mark Gridley, a speech pathologist accused of child molestation at a Lawrence elementary school. The department argues release could interfere with the criminal case and reveal other victims, violating state law.
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Missouri Senate approves tornado aid and team incentives
Jefferson City Missouri lawmakers approved more than 100 million dollars in aid for tornado ravaged St Louis and authorized hundreds of millions in incentives to lure the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals to stay in Missouri with new or upgraded stadiums.
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Peaslee Tech launches $10M endowment drive
Technical Training Center unveils the Peaslee Promise Campaign to create a $10 million endowment. The fund, managed by the Douglas County Community Foundation, will support debt free scholarships for low income high school students and other eligible Douglas County residents and sustain Peaslee Tech long term.
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