Temperatures Turn In Surprising September Heat Wave
Lawrence experiences 103 degree heat as a high pressure dome keeps rain away. National Weather Service meteorologist Kris Sanders notes the late August like pattern, with a hot spell lingering into September. The heat worsens conditions for plants animals and people while the forecast expects relief later in the week.
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City to vote on rental licensing and inspections
Lawrence faces a pivotal vote on a citywide rental registration and licensing program covering about 18 000 rental units. Supporters call it a safety measure while opponents warn it could burden business and spur unintended consequences for residents in apartments. If approved, registration could start shortly after January 1.
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Sunny and Hot Forecast For Today
Sunny and hot conditions expected with a high near 95 and a low around 65. The forecast appears on page 12A with social media updates from LJWorld on Facebook and Twitter.
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School board expands bond funded classroom plan
Lawrence school board votes to add 12 new classrooms at various elementaries and reserve space for six more at Sunset Hill Elementary, bringing total potential classrooms to 29 funded by the $92.5 million bond. Officials cite enrollment growth west of Iowa Street and aim to prevent crowding through ongoing bond construction.
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Buses Added to Shuttle Fans to KU Football Games
Kansas University fans relying on downtown shuttles to Memorial Stadium faced delays at the season opener as ridership surged following the city’s new parking garage near Seventh and Vermont streets. Jayhawk fans like Paul Stevens noted pre game activity can outstrip football.
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Driving law praised for cutting alcohol fatalities
Advocates credited a strong ignition interlock law with a 30 percent drop in alcohol related traffic fatalities since its enactment. The reduction is highlighted as a major success by supporters on Monday.
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