Supreme Court rulings spark hope for Kansas gay rights supporters
Kansas activists celebrate two 5-4 Supreme Court decisions affecting marriage law, with advocates seeing a pathway to overturn the state's ban on same sex marriage. U S Rep Tim Huelskamp vows a constitutional amendment fight, calling the rulings a radical overreach.
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Kansas debating end to same sex marriage ban
Caitlin Doornbos reports on public interest questions at LJWorld.com as residents discuss whether Kansas should abandon its ban on same sex marriage. The prompt notes responses gathered on Massachusetts Street and seeks reader opinions.
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Weather Outlook High 98 Low 71 for Today
The forecast calls for a hot day with a high of 98 and a low of 71. Readers are invited to follow updates on the paper's social channels and stay informed about any heat advisories.
City mulls swap of road work for state funds
Lawrence plans a deal to receive about 3.5 million dollars in state funding by taking over maintenance of a four mile stretch of U S Highway 40 west of Iowa Street. City manager David Corliss leads the plan with commissioners praising the potential windfall as good luck and planning.
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Judge weighs blocking Kansas abortion rules
A federal judge in Kansas questioned whether Planned Parenthood would suffer irreparable harm without an injunction to stop parts of the state anti-abortion law from taking effect next week. The lawsuit argues the measure infringes free speech and requires doctors to tell patients abortion ends the life of a unique living human being. Backers say the law ensures information on abortion and fetal development.
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Tuition hike worries Kansas students and families
A week after the Kansas Board of Regents approved a tuition increase, students and parents fear rising costs as student loan interest rates are poised to double, intensifying financial pressures for KU communities.
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