Trump signs sweeping action to overhaul elections
President Donald Trump signed an executive action to overhaul U S elections. It requires documentary proof of citizenship to register for federal ballots and sets Election Day receipt deadlines. The order urges states to share voter lists with federal agencies and threatens to withhold federal funding for noncompliant jurisdictions.
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Trump downplays texting leak as glitch in two months
President Trump minimized the texting of sensitive Yemen strike plans to a group chat that included journalist Jeffrey Goldberg as a minor lapse. He praised national security adviser Michael Waltz, blaming an aide for adding Goldberg.
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Wildfires devastate South Korea regional blast of 1300-year temple
Wind driven wildfires in South Korea's south killed 18 people, destroyed over 200 structures including a 1,300-year-old Buddhist temple, houses, factories and vehicles. Some 27,000 residents evacuated as fires scorched 43,330 acres and injured 19, per the government emergency center.
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Lawrence official warns LIHTC cuts slow affordable housing
Housing official Roselyn cautions that limiting state and federal affordable housing tax credits will hinder Lawrence's goals to add rent controlled units. She notes projects in the Warehouse Arts District and 9 Del Lofts II, including 36 one bedroom apartments with 24 rent controlled, could be affected if the legislation passes Senate scrutiny and a governor's signature.
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Historic rowhouse project faces design pushback on Rhode Island Street
Lynne Zollner told the HRC the proposed three story row houses sit on Rhode Island Street near the Octavious W. McAllaster House and would contrast with historic context. Commissioners pressed for scale changes and setbacks while Williams offered to revise plans or present to the City Commission if needed.
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County eyeing 5 million cash boost to JLEC project
County staff memo notes that adding 5 million cash could cut 20 year bond interest by about 1.2 million and lower annual debt service by roughly 200 thousand, though it would reduce funds for other infrastructure. JLEC costs total 52.5 million with 18.99 million for Public Safety Building. The CIP fund stood near 47 million in February, leaving about 22 million after funding the 25 million cash share. Bond sale steps include April 9 resolution, May 7 award, and May 28 receipt of proceeds and settlement.
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Veterans Court funding eyed with 1 million federal grant
Douglas County weighs how to spend a 1 million federal grant for the new Veterans Treatment Court set to start this year with Amy Hanley as presiding judge. The grant will cover most first four years of operations while state and Kansas Supreme Court funding cover ongoing costs. The memo notes no obligation to renew after grant expiry and outlines shared use of funds with the State.
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