City files housing discrimination suit on veteran's behalf
The City of Lawrence Human Relations Commission sues Kan Mar Management LLC over alleged fair housing violations regarding a veteran with an emotional support animal seeking to rent a Lawrence townhome. Attorney David Brown represents the city, noting the minor accommodation requested and the landlord’s objection.
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Mural defaced in Lawrence with anti Trump message
A Hobbs Park mural in Lawrence was altered with a message protesting President-elect Donald Trump. An official said the Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department disapproves, noting the mural runs along Municipal Stadium and depicts three figures with picket signs reflecting East Lawrence history.
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Sculptor honors Rhode Island Street site with new sculpture
Lawrence artist Nick Schmiedeler creates a metal sculpture at the old 1106 Rhode Island Street junkyard. He notes the site yielded little junk, so he incorporated items from his own stash to interpret the history of the Packard junkyard now framed by two restored white buildings on the large lot.
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Lawsuit links Rock Chalk Park to Oread developer
City files suit against Thomas Fritzel and Dread Wholesale over alleged fraudulent tax scheme tied to The Oread hotel and Rock Chalk Park. Audit references suggest questions about improper sales tax charges on construction materials. City Attorney Toni Wheeler offers limited comment as case unfolds.
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