Domestic violence programs underfunded nationwide and in Kansas
National Network to End Domestic Violence says 66 000 victims received help in a day while 10 000 did not. In Kansas 727 received help, 296 did not, 83 of those lacked emergency shelter. Funding cuts, staff reductions, and reliance on court and license fees strain services, as domestic violence cases reach record levels. Joyce Grover demands more resources. Kansas programs face continued shortages amid rising demand.
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KU Stem Cell Center advances treatments and trials
The Midwest Stem Cell Therapy Center at Kansas University Medical Center is conducting clinical trials and advancing treatments for various diseases eight months after its creation. Director Buddhadeb Dawn outlined ongoing and planned trials to the Senate committee, stressing patient access and Kansas potential. Critics note the center’s embryonic stem cell restrictions and lack of business representation on its advisory board may affect funding.
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JCCC seeks 2M for high school IT training program
State lawmakers push a plan to devote 2 million in state funds to a pilot allowing high school juniors to earn IT or bioscience degrees through Johnson County Community College. The Go Pro Now program aims to deliver debt-free diplomas, good jobs, and trained workers for tech employers in the Kansas City area.
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Jenkins defends Obamacare critique and min wage stance
Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins told a Baldwin City coffee crowd Obamacare is unsound and Republicans will press repeal efforts while acknowledging Senate and presidential veto limits. She noted seven House changes to the law and argued broader repeal unlikely this session. She also dismissed a minimum wage rise, urging Obamacare employer mandates be relaxed to raise take home pay.
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