Supreme Court Justice Evelyn Wilson to resign over ALS
Justice Evelyn Wilson of the Kansas Supreme Court, serving since January 2020, announced her resignation effective July 4 due to an ALS diagnosis. She reflected on her tenure and praised colleagues as Chief Justice Maria Luckert noted she would be missed.
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Kansas counties weigh 287g deportation role with ICE task forces
The article outlines ICE plans to expand the 287 g program into many local agencies, using task forces to deport or detain suspected illegal residents. Kansas officials like Sedgwick County Sheriff Easter and Finney County Sheriff Martinez discuss staff limits, costs, and legal risks, while some counties opt for limited WSO agreements to issue civil warrants for detainees already in custody.
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Local bakery plans mix of breads and events space
Greenfield outlines a Lawrence project converting the old Henry T's space into a bakery with a party room and conference area, plus a busy breakfast and lunch menu and decorated cakes. He hopes to open by Christmas if development approval is granted, with about eight workers ready to start. The piece also covers a Panasonic battery plant in De Soto and its impact on Kansas City’s industrial growth.
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Kansas bill would tax hybrid trucks at higher fee than SUVs
Kansas lawmakers consider a road funding bill that would replace the $40 truck registration with a $125 hybrid truck fee and $200 for fully electric trucks. The plan targets trucks like the Toyota Tacoma and Ford Maverick, creating a larger cost gap versus hybrid SUVs as automakers expand hybrids in both segments.
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Douglas County Spelling Bee winner advances to national contest
Samuel Riley of Butler County won the state spelling bee in Wichita by spelling columbarium. Maci Perrins of Southwest Middle School tied for second with Jiya Bhavsar Briarwood Elementary and Joshua Moser St Marys Grade School. Riley advances to the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee near Washington DC as the 100th anniversary celebration.
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