On the Street by Sylas May asks readers about childhood toys
Lawrence readers share memories at the public library. Ann Kuckelman Cobb recalls a handmade doll cradle given by Santa at age five with her name painted in nail polish by her mother. She invites others to answer at Ifworld.com.
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Ann Kuckelman Cobb
Lawrence
Santa
Ifworld.com
Kansas lawmakers debate Medicaid expansion via KanCare
The Kansas Legislature weighs three expansion bills as the 2015 session opens. Proposals aim to fund the state share through provider assessments, seek a federal waiver for a Kansas designed plan, or expand Medicaid under federal law. Gov. Brownback opposes expansion citing existing wait lists and revenue concerns. Republican and Democratic lawmakers weigh the moral and fiscal implications, with hospital groups pushing for expansion to aid rural facilities.
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Stabbing Victim Identifies Suspect In Lawrence Incident
Witnesses say a 17-year-old was stabbed with a pocketknife by a man named Taylor near Ninth and Massachusetts before fleeing. Taylor was arrested in the 100 block of East Eighth Street and charged with aggravated battery. Bond set at 15000 with location restrictions on Massachusetts Street. Taylor has multiple prior battery convictions and faces court today.
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McKinley
Taylor
Douglas County
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James George
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Fire kills resident in Bradford area garage blaze
Bradford said the fire confined to the garage and did not reach the house. Clark was alone at the residence when responders arrived. Investigators probe the cause as damages estimate at 50000, with possible revision. Fire sent resident to KU Hospital burn center in critical condition where he later died.
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Birth Announcement for Suh Couple's New Son
Sarah and Jungick Suh of Lawrence welcome a baby boy born Monday. The family names the newborn with joy as relatives prepare to visit and celebrate.
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Jungick Suh
Lawrence
Jail alternatives potential reduce jail population for SMS patients
Huskey outlined a plan using private intervention crisis programs and specialty courts to treat SMS individuals outside jail. From 2016 to 2026, projected daily counts rise from 140 to 150, though bed space varies by facility and treatment type. County Commissioner Thellman welcomed the data as guidance for future steps, noting the broader SMI population exceeds jail numbers.
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Huskey
Nancy Thellman
Topeka man in Army bomb plot gains more time to review evidence
A federal judge in Topeka granted John T. Booker Jr. 30 extra days to review prosecutors' evidence in a case accusing him of plotting to bomb an Army installation in support of the Islamic State. The delay shifts trial dates and allows more time for motions, with Booker saying he is not in a rush.
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U.S
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