Immigration revolt sinks U S House farm bill setback
Conservative House Freedom Caucus members blocked the five year farm bill to slow bipartisan immigration moves supporting Dreamers. The 213-198 defeat drew party divisions as 30 Republicans joined Democrats, leaving leaders and Speaker Paul Ryan’s successor struggle unsettled amid tension over subsidies and work rules.
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Kansas imposes age and residency limits for statewide runs
Kansas legislators pass House Bill 2539 setting a minimum age of 25 to run for governor and mandating statewide office residents. The bill also requires attorney general candidates to be licensed lawyers in Kansas, adds a voter-verifiable paper record, broadens disability access for early ballots, authorizes random audits, and extends final canvass to 13 days after elections.
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Shawnee County
Firefighter rescue drill uses farmhouse for training test
Douglas County Rapid Intervention Team hosts a multi technique drill at an old farmhouse to train for entry and exit in confined spaces. Fire departments from Wakarusa Township Clinton Baldwin City and Willow Springs participate as the building is demolished for new townhomes.
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Lawrence
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Bus Attendant Pepper Spray Incident On Route Near Haskell
Lawrence district officials investigated after an on duty First Student bus attendant allegedly sprayed pepper spray on a bus serving the Juvenile Detention Center. Two students reported burning eyes, an ambulance responded but no hospital transport, and parents were notified. Police could not be reached for comment.
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Julie Boyle
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Kansas Adoptions Bill Shields Faith Based Agencies
Governor Colyer signed an Adoption Protection Act allowing faith based agencies to place children without being forced to violate religious beliefs. The measure bars state actions against agencies for religious reasons and preserves current participation in DCF programs. The package also included a rulemaking bill and a sales tax relief measure for new vehicle purchases.
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Lir Lawrence Memorial Hospital Reports No Births Friday
Lir Lawrence Memorial Hospital reported no births on Friday, noting a quiet day in maternity. No complications or unusual events were recorded, and hospital officials confirmed standard procedures continued across departments.
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Haskell grants record number of graduates at 234
Haskell’s 2018 commencement marked a record 234 graduates crossing the Coffin Sports Complex stage. Speaker John Tahsuda of the Kiowa Tribe urged roots and resilience, while Elizabeth Davey reflected on Haskell’s track history and budget-driven program suspensions.
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