Supreme Court rules nationwide gay marriage legal in Kansas
In Topeka activists hailed the ruling as a victory while opponents condemned it as judicial activism. Equality Kansas leader Tom Witt said Kansans ceasing to be second class citizens marked a historic moment, speaking during a sine die ceremony ending the 2015 session. He pledged to ensure legality despite gubernatorial opposition.
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Same-Sex Marriage Legal Across Nation Sparks Local Reactions
Kansas legalized same sex marriage on November 12 and in Douglas County 49 couples filed, 41 completed licenses. Lawrence resident Bergeron celebrated the Supreme Court ruling calling it fabulous. He and Geraldo Sousa wed in 2014 amid legal uncertainty.
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Court orders Kansas to pay 49.6 million for school aid
A three judge district court panel ruled the states new block grant school funding scheme unconstitutional and ordered payment of nearly 49.6 million to local districts to restore cuts from the current budget. The ruling requires the state to add the same amount in each of the next two years and widens debate on funding education.
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A compact humorous note highlights social media prompts and a brief classifieds vibe with a light note on deaths. It invites readers to join LJ World on Facebook and Twitter for updates.
Kansas Rep Winn racial remarks complaint dismissed
A complaint accusing Kansas Representative Valdenia Winn of making racist remarks to a special House committee has been dismissed. The ruling ends the case without further action.
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