Towing company lawsuit dismissed
A Kansas judge dismissed the consumer protection suit filed by Attorney General Phill Kline against TransMasters towing in Lawrence. The judge ruled the claim is pre-empted by federal law barring state price regulations on motor carriers. TransMasters owner Kevin Rausch’s attorney praised the decision, while Kline’s office vowed to pursue Kansas Consumer Protection Act remedies.
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KU Medical Center Joins Missouri Kansas Life Sciences Steering
A regional life sciences partnership forms between Kansas University Medical Center and Missouri institutions to promote area leadership in biotech. The steering committee is chaired by Barbara Atkinson with KU officials including Chancellor Robert Hemenway and includes Stowers Institute, Hall Family Foundation, St. Luke's Health System, and Children’s Mercy. Senator Jim Barnett opposes using Kansas tax dollars for Missouri programs.
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Taco John's robbery sentencing delayed
A judge delayed Moreno sentence for the Taco John's robbery at 1626 W 23rd St to allow time to explore inpatient substance abuse treatment as a probation option. Moreno, 19, faces three robbery counts from Jan 3 with a gray guideline path between prison and probation. A juvenile co defendant, 17-year-old Michael J McDonald, was placed on probation after pleading to one count of aggravated robbery.
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Republican candidate calls for hearings on attempts to include
A Topeka political figure, running as a Republican for governor, urged legislative hearings into attempts to include certain elements in a policy package. The remarks framed the issue as a matter of transparency and accountability, insisting that lawmakers examine the process and actors involved.
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