Obama signs Patriot Act extension minutes before deadline
President Barack Obama signed a four year extension of post nine eleven powers to search records and conduct roving wiretaps, extending court ordered business records and non American lone wolf surveillance. Congress passed the measure after rapid Senate and House votes amid debates over civil liberties protections. The White House said Obama used an autopen device to sign the bill while in France.
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White House Targets Broad Regulatory Overhaul
The Obama administration unveiled plans to revamp or remove hundreds of federal rules aimed at reducing burdens on business. Officials said the drive would save hundreds of millions of dollars annually and cut millions of hours of paperwork while preserving health and safety protections. Cass Sunstein described the effort as balancing growth for small businesses with safeguards.
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War-weary lawmakers press for Afghan exit timetable
Washington lawmakers from both parties pushed for a rapid U.S. pullout from Afghanistan. The House approved a bill demanding an accelerated timetable to withdraw about 100,000 troops and an exit plan, signaling demand for change as Obama plans July drawdown and full combat departure by 2014.
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Siesta Beach Named Best Beach In United States
Siesta Beach on Siesta Key in Florida's Sarasota area has been named the best beach in the United States in an annual FIU survey led by Steven Leatherman known as Dr. Beach. The 40 acre quartz sand locale beat out long time contenders with its bright white sand and emerald water drawing praise from Leatherman.
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Woman Jailed Eight Years For Locking Son In Attic
A DeSoto woman, Rachel Perez, was sentenced to over eight years after pleading guilty to three counts. Johnson County District Judge Peter Ruddick imposed 61 months for attempted second degree murder, 34 months for child abuse, and seven months for aggravated child endangerment. The 6-year-old son was found Aug. 19 by sheriff deputies at Perez’s home after a call from his grandmother. Perez’s attorney had sought 60 to 61 months, arguing the murder charge was added late in the case.
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Ex judge Shepherd honored with Substantial Citizen Award
Former Douglas County family court judge Jean Shepherd received the Substantial Citizen Award from the Lawrence Kiwanis Club at the Lawrence Country Club. The longtime advocate for children reflected on her 27 year judgeship and her aim to improve lives one child at a time, while fellow past winners and community leaders attended.
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Haskell near end of presidential search for new president
Haskell Indian Nations University is in the final stages of selecting a new president with university spokesman Stephen Prue signaling a decision soon. Nedra Darling notes Keith Moore concluded candidate interviews as the search concludes, while interim president Clyde Peacock remains in office after Linda Warner stepped down in 2009.
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KU Hospital Enrolls Patients in Heart Valve Trial
Kansas University Hospital patients join a clinical trial testing the Medtronic Core Valve System to treat severe aortic stenosis. The catheter guided prosthetic valve replaces the diseased aortic valve, offering options for patients with limited alternatives.
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