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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 2008
Page
1
The state Board of Regents approved tuition and fee increases at Kansas University and other public colleges. Regents warned students may be priced out of an education. KU's freshman tuition will rise 7.6 percent under the current four year lock in plan.
The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, held that Guantanamo detainees may challenge their detention in federal courts. The ruling voids an alternative review system and affirms habeas rights for about 270 detainees, while not directly affecting ongoing military commissions. Michael Ratner of the Center for Constitutional Rights hailed the decision.
A central Kansas twister roared through Chapman on Wednesday night, six blocks wide, killing one woman and damaging or destroying 65 buildings. Officials estimate over $20 million in losses as residents survey rubble while Rep. Moran and Gov. Sebelius visit the stricken town. The storm follows last year’s Greensburg disaster.
Douglas County escaped the brunt of a weather system that brought 1.17 inches of rain to Lawrence and caused power outages for over 630 Westar Energy customers. A minor fire near 27th and Missouri streets resulted from an arcing power line. Tornado sightings occurred in nearby counties with small damage from a Leavenworth County event.
Retailers hope KU's national championship mood boosts Father s Day sales for ties golf clubs and gifts. Survey shows rising fuel and grocery costs tighten budgets while store executives expect a modest boost rather than a flood of out of town shoppers as Lawrence anticipates a local celebration.
A notice urges readers to seek guidance this Saturday on dealing with summer ticks. It promotes seeking assistance from local health or pest control services to reduce tick exposure and protect outdoor activities.
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