Day reporting center eyed for Douglas County jail area
Douglas County considers a day reporting center to monitor offenders daily. Consultants from the National Institute of Corrections advised the sheriff's office on reducing future crimes by requiring check ins, work placement, drug testing, and on site mental health or employment support. They suggested options such as office tasks for nonprofits or park cleanups.
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Immigrant Tuition and Judges Take Front Burner in Kansas Race
Kansas Legislature defeated two bills to end immigrant tuition breaks and curb the Kansas Supreme Court. Supporters warn of voter backlash as candidates including Sen. Jim Barnett, running for governor, comment on the court's influence amid election season.
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Lawrence microburst tests local resilience amid historic storms
The Lawrence microburst caused broken trees, shattered windows, and widespread but limited damage. Officials say the incident ranks below past events like the 2005 ice storm and 1993 floods, while the Kansas Guard faces equipment strains amid ongoing blizzards and floods, highlighting preparedness concerns for future disasters.
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Foreign ownership of U.S. ports sparks ownership debate
An AP report outlines growing foreign control of American assets from Dubai Investments at Essex House to Caribou Coffee and Church's Chicken. It notes America relies on foreign funds to finance a record trade deficit and highlights the broad presence of foreign direct investment across all states, including Deutsche Telekom and Nestle, amid scrutiny over a Dubai bid to buy six major U.S. ports.
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Protection One to release 2005 Q4 results
Lawrence based Protection One Inc announces it will report its fourth quarter and full year 2005 earnings on Tuesday. The company provides monitored security services and is expected to describe performance across its core security monitoring operations and related services.
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