Police step up downtown patrols after mass street shooting
Lawrence Police say they have increased downtown foot patrols after the Mass Street bar shooting that killed three and injured two. Chief Gregory Burns Jr. notes no permanent downtown unit and says overtime or pulling from other areas are the options, with residents and candidates debating increased presence against limited resources.
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City to allow firearms in all public buildings next year
The city ends its exemption to the state concealed carry law on Jan 1. All of more than 20 public buildings will permit concealed firearms unless security measures are upgraded. City Attorney Toni Wheeler said bans cannot be maintained without adequate security under the statute.
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Lawrence district backs LGBT locker room policy gains support
Lawrence school board approved a policy allowing transgender students to use either locker room aligning with their gender. District officials say the rule applies to Lawrence High Free State and middle schools, while elementary schools lack locker rooms. current facilities feature large communal areas without individual changing rooms.
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