Wisconsin judge halts Walker union curb amid open meetings suit
Dane County District Judge Maryann Sumi granted a temporary restraining order blocking the collective bargaining bill from taking effect. The ruling queers plans for a quick vote and could force a legislative reboot, as protests swelled and Democrats fled to Illinois to stall action. Republican leaders vow to press the court fight, disputing the judge’s authority.
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Yemen protests descend into deadly sniper attack at square
A massive Yemen demonstration ended in violence as snipers fired on protesters from rooftops while police burned tires and gasoline to block an escape route. At least 46 people died and hundreds were injured as thousands remained at Taghyir Square demanding President Saleh’s ouster amid renewed crackdown.
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Los Angeles Super Full Moon Tonight Sparks 18-Year Closest Approach
A full moon tonight in Los Angeles will be larger and brighter as it makes its closest approach to Earth in 18 years. Scientists estimate the super moon will rise in the east at sunset and appear 14 percent larger and 30 percent brighter at its peak, with the moon about 221 565 miles away, the closest since March 1993.
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3-D Nintendo device may aid kid vision screening
U S eye specialists welcome the Nintendo 3DS while manufacturer warnings about under sixes remain. Optometrists argue the 3-D screen can help identify vision disorders early and even aid therapy, noting the device goes on sale in the U S March 27 for 250 dollars.
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Michael Duenas
American Optometric Association
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Armenian police tour city learn from Lawrence PD
Five Armenian police leaders toured Memorial Stadium in Lawrence to study community initiatives. They paused at the artificial FieldTurf as Nachtigal of Kansas University explained the rubber pellets. The visit capped their Kansas cities itinerary.
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Petrosyan
Anderson Family
Memorial
Dems call for Peck to resign over immigration remarks
Kansas Democratic leaders urge Rep. Virgil Peck to resign after his controversial comments about immigrants. House Democratic Leader Paul Davis states he betrayed the trust of his constituents and colleagues while Peck suggested using gunmen in policy discussions.
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Home Show Coupons Cut Entry at Lawrence Event
Lawrence Home Show runs today and Sunday at the Jayhawk Tennis Facility. Admission is $5 for adults, free for children. Coupons available at LHBA.net and on the Journal-World front page. 75 exhibitors share services products and methods for home projects.
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KU Column Seeks Revival of Enthusiasm at Kansas University
Saturday column by Dolph C Simons Jr critiques KU morale and leadership as pride flags a lull. It cites top hospital status and strong faculty but notes drops in U S News rankings for law and MBA programs, plus concerns over recruitment and dean search, urging a fresher direction and flagship status.
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