Brownback signals all options to close budget gap
Kansas Governor Sam Brownback says the state faces a projected deficit of 279 million for this year growing to 715 million next year. He notes discussions with agencies and finance leaders about all factors including potential tax policy tweaks and slower future tax cuts. Republicans and Democrats debate responsibility for the shortfall and timing of disclosures.
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KU forum hears student voices after Ferguson decision
More than 80 students faculty and community members gathered at KU to discuss the grand jury decision not to indict Darren Wilson in the Michael Brown case. Speakers shared fear and hurt noting racial bias and police tensions while planning further actions including a campus march.
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Jayhawk FCU manager gets probation for embezzlement in Topeka
Karolyn J. Stattelman, 43, of Topeka, was sentenced to three years probation and ordered to repay over $173,600 after pleading guilty to one count of theft from a credit union. She admitted stealing more than $93,500 and enabling another employee to steal over $81,000 at the 2901 Lakeview Road branch. Christi Marie Hout, 38, of Lawrence, pleaded guilty earlier and faces up to 30 years and $1 million in fines. sentencing is set for January 7.
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Lawrence High Senior Brian Chang Scores Perfect ACT
Lawrence High School senior Brian Chang earned a perfect 36 on the ACT, per the Lawrence school district. He is the son of Yi- Hsien Hu and Andi Chang of Lawrence, placing among the top percentile nationwide per ACT Student Services.
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