Probation revoked for meth case offender in Tinder beating
Douglas County District Court Judge Sally Pokorny refused Shane S. Allen's request for extended probation and stricter treatment. She revoked his probation and ordered 27 months in prison, reduced by eight months already served, leaving about 18 months remaining. The judge deemed Allen dangerous given his addiction and mental health issues.
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Police union and city clash on seniority in scheduling
Lawrence officials and the Lawrence Police Officers Association could not agree on whether seniority should govern shift bidding. The city proposed seniority be considered with the chief’s final say and department needs driving decisions while officers currently bid for shifts every six months under the existing contract.
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Deputies Remembered After Slaying During Inmate Transfer
Wyandotte County Sheriff Don Ash led a remembrance for Theresa King and Patrick Rohrer as officers from across the nation attended a service at Children's Mercy Park in Kansas City Kansas. Authorities say an inmate overpowered the deputies behind the courthouse last Friday and shot them, possibly with one of their guns.
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Best of Lawrence honors local faces and places
Dan Ranjbar of Ranjbar Orthodontics wins Best Orthodontic Practice at the Best of Lawrence awards. He says the honor humbles him and credits patients and the community for support in this celebration of Lawrence small businesses.
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