Environmental review delays U.S. 59 realignment project
State and federal highway officials announced an intensive environmental study for the proposed U.S. 59 realignment, likely delaying the project by a year or more. Transportation Secretary Dean Carlson said public comments drove the shift to an EIS, with officials noting no significant impacts but preferring thorough evaluation. Local officials and activists welcomed the decision.
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Records bill wins approval
The Kansas Open Records Act bill won endorsement from the House Local Government Committee on a voice vote sending it to the House. It would allow fines up to 500 dollars for agencies that fail to disclose records and requires prompt provision of data or three to seven business days depending on the case.
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Derailment Recall Echoes 1979 Lawrence Crash
Amtrak derailment near Carbondale prompts memories of a 1979 Lawrence wreck that killed two crew and injured 69. Sgt. George Wheeler recalls the night, while officials from Amtrak, NTSB and BNSF assess today’s damage and reopen Osage County track.
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Lawrence district ends mentor principals program for elementary schools
The Lawrence school board votes to end the year-old program that placed assistant principals at Riverside and Centennial under mentor guidance. They plan to hire full principals for future openings at Cordley and Quail Creek, with potential two year mentoring for new principals depending on experience.
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Senate approves its abortion bill with late term limits
The Senate passed its version of abortion legislation chiefly banning partial-birth procedures and broadening late-term exceptions, sending the measure back to the House in a changed form. Governor Graves' counsel Natalie Haag said the bill is acceptable for signing, though not perfect, while Speaker Robin Jennison questioned its fate in the House.
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