Kansas tightens mail voting window despite GOP push
Kansas lawmakers overridden Governor Kelly to trim the mail ballot grace period starting 2026, leaving 20 days for ballots to reach voters and return by Election Day. The measure, backed by Republicans amid concerns over Post Office delays, faces charges of voter suppression and could affect turnout.
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Douglas County weighs debt shift for judicial and safety building
Douglas County commissioners will consider using more cash and less debt to fund an 82 million project expanding the Judicial and Law Enforcement Center and building a new Public Safety Building. A roughly 55 million bond sale is planned, down from 60 million, with cash contributions rising to 25 million from 20 million.
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Douglas County to review grant use for Veterans Treatment Court
Douglas County commissioners will discuss authorizing staff to use about 350000 in federal grant funds for a new Veterans Treatment Court. The program supports veterans in the criminal justice system with mental health or substance abuse issues related to military service.
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Missing 74-Year-Old Woman Sought in Lawrence
Lawrence police seek public help finding Wanda Dyer 74 who was last seen leaving home Friday around 8 am on foot near Fifth and California streets. A Silver Alert is active with photo distribution to bus operators as officers check parks and frequent locations. Dyer has memory issues and may wear a black jacket with fur collar, carry a backpack and floral bag, and usually a blue mask. If you have information contact dispatch at 785 843 0250.
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