Retired professor reports second federal mail search in county
Grant Goodman, KU professor emeritus, says Homeland Security opened a Philippines letter again dated Oct. 27, 2012, with tape note. He fears ongoing privacy intrusion and recalls WWII mail censorship. CBP cites no details. Goodman urges public awareness while noting similar 2005 events. Other county actions include highway 56 project changes, real property talks, board appointments, and aging services marketing.
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Kansas waiting list for disability services under federal scrutiny
The federal government probes Kansas for civil rights violations against thousands waiting for disability assistance. In July 3,462 were on the list, but the state questioned the figure. A call center reached 11 percent, then agencies tried to verify data, removing 1,226. About a quarter could not be reached and 10 percent were found ineligible. a small number had died. Colyer and Sullivan defend crisis access and WebKan Care plans. Advocates cite Olmstead enforcement and ongoing negotiations with federal agencies. State officials have not discussed changes with federal officials yet.
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Kansas Turnpike to raise rates starting February
The Kansas Turnpike Authority announced that cash rates for cars and light trucks rise by an average 10 percent starting February 1, and K-TAG electronic rates increase about 5 percent. Large commercial vehicles pay roughly 5 percent more, cash or K-TAG. The extra revenue funds future capital needs including deck replacements on 348 bridges, with no tax dollars used for maintenance.
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