ACLU files updated Kansas gay marriage suit
The ACLU revised its Kansas case to demand recognition of same sex marriages for health benefits taxes and driver license changes. It adds state officials to the suit while the Supreme Court blocks enforcement of the ban. Kansas officials defend the ban as the case proceeds.
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Division of Vehicles
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State Employee Health Plan
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Jennifer Rapp
Hicle Division
Sam Brownback
City acts to fix Cedarwood apartments over pests
City officials report bedbugs found in eight Cedarwood Apartments units after inspections. Commissioner Jeremy Farmer urges extra steps to uncover any further problems at the complex. Cleanup orders issued, with city planning director Scott McCullough noting corrective actions underway.
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Cedarwood
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City to mail free apartment inspections for Lawrence tenants
The planning and development services department will distribute a flyer to all apartment doors announcing free city inspections for bedbugs electrical problems smoke alarms and inadequate locks. Tenants can call 832-3345 to request an inspection after attempting repairs with landlords. City inspectors note weekly calls about living conditions.
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Journal-World moves to release arrest affidavits in rape cases
The Lawrence Journal World asks Douglas County District Court to unseal two arrest warrant affidavits sealed by Judge Kay Huff last month in sexual assault cases tied to KU Hashinger Hall. The defense argues open records law applies unless a fair trial could be harmed. prosecutors seek ongoing investigation secrecy. A hearing was set for December 9 but delayed as defense seeks more prep time.
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Max Kautsch
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Thanksgiving Proclamation by Abraham Lincoln 1863
Lincoln urges national repentance and gratitude in a Proclamation calling Americans to observe the last Thursday of November as a day of thanksgiving to God. He reflects on divine providence, national blessings, and the need for humility amid civil strife, noting the plea is paid for by Allen and Madeline Tollefson.
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