Theater owner pleads guilty to eavesdropping charges
The restaurant owner admitted sexually inappropriate conduct targeting women in a restroom. He pleaded guilty to five counts of eavesdropping in exchange for 60 days in a work release program and two years probation. Victims worked at the restaurant. eavesdropping is a misdemeanor with up to one year in jail and a $2,500 fine. Sexual exploitation of a child is a felony with potential 11 to 20 years in prison depending on history.
Poverty debate cites higher Kansas poverty threshold
Tawny Stottlemire of KACAA argues federal poverty lines understate need, citing a Basic Family Needs Budget that shows over 25 percent of Kansans qualify as poor. A twofold raise to the official standard is proposed, with calls for a cross-cutting summit to craft a multilayer plan and bipartisan support for assisting working families.
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Taxes and local boards face funding shifts in 1992 education law
The 1992 law tied per pupil funding to special needs and set a statewide basic levy of 35 mills. By 1997 the levy dropped to 184 dollars per 1000350, with districts allowed to raise local taxes up to 25 percent. As enrollments fall, some districts lose state aid and push local taxes higher. Taxpayers paid 1.6 billion in 2003 04. Critics warn property taxes rise with value, not just levies, while businesses pay regardless. Under the current plan districts receive shares of an added 127 million in funding.
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Police officer shot during morning traffic stop in Hutchinson
AP dispatch reports Officer Mike Robinson was wounded in the left calf after stopping a motorist for a tail light violation at about 5:50 a.m. The assailant opened fire and fled, but about an hour later a 43 year old man was arrested nearby on parole violation in Dallas with additional charges anticipated.
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