Heat advisory issued for Lawrence area
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for the Lawrence area as heat indexes rise to 102 to 107 degrees despite mid-90s actual highs. The advisory, in effect until 8 p.m., warns of heat cramps, exhaustion and possible heat stroke and urges residents to take extra precautions outdoors.
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Kansas to track rape kits through new online system
Kansas will launch an online tracking system for sexual assault evidence kits by 2026. The program, unveiled by KBI director Tony Martini at a June 10 legislative hearing, will let survivors, health facilities, law enforcement, labs, and prosecutors monitor kit status in real time.
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Big Beautiful Bill may threaten SNAP in Douglas County
In Douglas County and nationwide advocates warn that the Big Beautiful Bill could cut SNAP. The program serves about 5,000 people in the county and funds nutrition education, incentives at markets, and support for local producers, with benefits at risk if the bill passes.
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Lawrence School Board considers KU pay for college class teaching
Lawrence Public Schools and the University of Kansas may pay high school teachers 1000 per class per semester for teaching college level courses under a new memorandum of understanding. The Jayhawk Blueprint program would expand access to postsecondary coursework taught by university approved instructors during the regular school day. The plan funds come from KU and are processed through the district.
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