Former FBI chief urges youth lessons for today
Milliams Sessions says violence stems from youths not understanding right and wrong. The long time FBI director under three presidents calls for old lessons to guide youngsters amid rising youth crime concerns.
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Graves chides lawmakers over school finance fights
Kansas Governor Bill Graves criticized lawmakers for mean spirited fights and theatrics as he urged a tight budget and a tax increase to fund public schools. He faulted the House for tax cut measures and spending hikes and even challenged education plans from House Speaker Kent Glasscock. The House narrowly voted 61 to 56 to cut the statewide mill levy for K-12 to 18 from 20.
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Realtors see new city laws spur sales of rental houses
In Lawrence, new ordinances regulate single family rentals and require property registration and inspections. Landlords may list houses to avoid burdens, possibly increasing inventory for owner occupied buyers, while agents foresee mixed impact on rents and appreciation.
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Objection to Oklahoma City bombing book judged by Treanor
Kathleen Treanor, whose child and in-laws were killed in the Oklahoma City bombing, objects to a new book about Timothy McVeigh. Quote reflects personal stance and ongoing wound. Page 5A.
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House passes family friendly tax bill expanding child credit
The House approved a 282 to 144 vote to raise the child tax credit from 500 to 600 dollars for this year’s income, delivering about 10 billion in immediate relief. The bill also would end the marriage penalty and moves to the Senate where fate is uncertain.
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Silly Putty and Tonka Trucks Enter Toy Hall of Fame
In Salem Ohio the National Toy Hall of Fame inducts Silly Putty and Tonka trucks, honoring a WWII era scientist's accidental invention and decades of play. Binney & Smith produces millions of Silly Putty eggs yearly. Tonka trucks have sold over 250 million since their 1947 launch.
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