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Kansas Supreme Court Justice Larkin Walsh is not in her seat because of a predetermined plan or politics. She is there because of people, she said in her first moments after being formally sworn in today as the state’s newest justice.
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Newest addition to Kansas Supreme Court promises to be the justice all Kansans deserve
Kansas Supreme Court Justice Larkin Walsh is not in her seat because of a predetermined plan or politics. She is there because of people, she said in her first moments after being formally sworn in Fr...
lawrenceks.news
November 21, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Kansas Supreme Court Justice Larkin Walsh is not in her seat because of a predetermined plan or politics. She is there because of people, she said in her first moments after being formally sworn in today as the state’s newest justice.
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The Lawrence Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff's Office will have enhanced patrols to boost enforcement of seat belt usage over the next week. lawrenceks.news/4rwzCPt
Lawrence, Douglas County law enforcement to boost seat belt enforcement over Thanksgiving week
The Lawrence Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff's Office will have enhanced patrols to boost enforcement of seat belt usage over the next week.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:22 PM
The Lawrence Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff's Office will have enhanced patrols to boost enforcement of seat belt usage over the next week. lawrenceks.news/4rwzCPt
Despite his expertise with high-flying reindeer and tight chimney squeezes, Santa has a bad habit of getting stranded on top of the Weaver’s Department Store, and Lawrencians are waiting with bated breath to see if it will happen again this year. lawrenceks.news/3LRrkBb
Lawrence holiday lighting, Santa rescue coming up: Will the jolly man get stuck again?
Despite his expertise with high-flying reindeer and tight chimney squeezes, Santa has a bad habit of getting stranded on top of the Weaver’s Department Store, and Lawrencians are waiting with bated br...
lawrenceks.news
November 21, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Despite his expertise with high-flying reindeer and tight chimney squeezes, Santa has a bad habit of getting stranded on top of the Weaver’s Department Store, and Lawrencians are waiting with bated breath to see if it will happen again this year. lawrenceks.news/3LRrkBb
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November 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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An environmental organization is challenging a federal decision that allows the Southwest Power Pool to fast-track applications to bring new utility generation online.
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Sierra Club sues federal agency over decision to fast-track new power projects
An environmental organization is challenging a federal decision that allows the Southwest Power Pool to fast-track applications to bring new utility generation online.
lawrenceks.news
November 21, 2025 at 4:36 PM
An environmental organization is challenging a federal decision that allows the Southwest Power Pool to fast-track applications to bring new utility generation online.
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Lawrence community members read the names and stories of all the known transgender people lost to transphobic violence in the U.S. this year. As they detailed the hobbies, friends, professions, passions, partners and pets of those who died, no one faded away as a statistic. lawrenceks.news/48eU6Dp
‘Our lives are not disposable’: Lawrence mourns, builds community power at vigil for transgender lives lost to violence
Lawrence community members read the names and stories of all the known transgender people lost to transphobic violence in the U.S. this year. As they detailed the hobbies, friends, professions and passions, partners and pets of those who died, no one was allowed to fade away as a statistic.
lawrenceks.news
November 21, 2025 at 5:17 AM
Lawrence community members read the names and stories of all the known transgender people lost to transphobic violence in the U.S. this year. As they detailed the hobbies, friends, professions, passions, partners and pets of those who died, no one faded away as a statistic. lawrenceks.news/48eU6Dp
The Kansas Board of Regents is preparing to vote on faculty tenure policy recommendations that set academic workload expectations and require rigorous post-tenure reviews of professors at the state’s six public universities.
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Kansas Board of Regents explores changes in faculty workload, post-tenure reviews
The Kansas Board of Regents is preparing to vote on faculty tenure policy recommendations that set academic workload expectations and require rigorous post-tenure reviews of professors at the state’s ...
lawrenceks.news
November 21, 2025 at 2:33 AM
The Kansas Board of Regents is preparing to vote on faculty tenure policy recommendations that set academic workload expectations and require rigorous post-tenure reviews of professors at the state’s six public universities.
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A city advisory board has again deferred approving historic markers to pay tribute to Rick "Tiger" Dowdell and Nick Rice, teens who were shot and killed by Lawrence police officers in 1970 — but the end is in sight. lawrenceks.news/3LJuSpc
Lawrence board again defers approval of markers to honor teens killed by police in 1970
A city advisory board has again deferred approving historic markers to pay tribute to Rick "Tiger" Dowdell and Nick Rice, teens who were shot and killed by Lawrence police officers in 1970 — but the e...
lawrenceks.news
November 21, 2025 at 1:46 AM
A city advisory board has again deferred approving historic markers to pay tribute to Rick "Tiger" Dowdell and Nick Rice, teens who were shot and killed by Lawrence police officers in 1970 — but the end is in sight. lawrenceks.news/3LJuSpc
The Republican secretaries of state for Kansas and Missouri signed an MOU to exchange voter registration information of 6 million people in a bid to identify people who failed to cancel registrations after moving from one state to the other.
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Kansas, Missouri GOP officials agree to share voter registration details of 6 million people
The Republican secretaries of state for Kansas and Missouri signed an MOU to exchange voter registration information of 6 million people in a bid to identify people who failed to cancel registrations ...
lawrenceks.news
November 20, 2025 at 11:46 PM
The Republican secretaries of state for Kansas and Missouri signed an MOU to exchange voter registration information of 6 million people in a bid to identify people who failed to cancel registrations after moving from one state to the other.
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A Douglas County-wide study on Indigenous food systems will launch this weekend to inform culturally aware policy and food action plans for the county and the City of Lawrence. lawrenceks.news/4pqtxlJ
Indigenous food systems study in Douglas County to launch this weekend
A Douglas County-wide study on Indigenous food systems will launch this weekend to inform culturally aware policy and food action plans for the county and the City of Lawrence.
lawrenceks.news
November 20, 2025 at 9:37 PM
A Douglas County-wide study on Indigenous food systems will launch this weekend to inform culturally aware policy and food action plans for the county and the City of Lawrence. lawrenceks.news/4pqtxlJ
The families of two transgender teens are asking a Douglas County judge to temporarily block the ban on gender-affirming care. That would allow young Kansans to resume hormone therapies and other treatments.
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Families of transgender Kansas teens want to overturn ban on gender affirming care for minors
The families of two transgender teens are asking a Douglas County judge to temporarily block the ban on gender-affirming care. That would allow young Kansans to resume hormone therapies and other trea...
lawrenceks.news
November 20, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The families of two transgender teens are asking a Douglas County judge to temporarily block the ban on gender-affirming care. That would allow young Kansans to resume hormone therapies and other treatments.
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lawrenceks.news/3XBZ1cy
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Save the date: The City of Lawrence will soon host a public debate for residents to contemplate and discuss the prompt “Lawrence is doing enough to be a place where there is housing for all.” lawrenceks.news/3Xqlidv
Save the date to participate in a city-run debate on housing in Lawrence
Save the date: The City of Lawrence will soon host a public debate for residents to contemplate and discuss the prompt “Lawrence is doing enough to be a place where there is housing for all.”
lawrenceks.news
November 20, 2025 at 3:47 AM
Save the date: The City of Lawrence will soon host a public debate for residents to contemplate and discuss the prompt “Lawrence is doing enough to be a place where there is housing for all.” lawrenceks.news/3Xqlidv
For 35 years, La Prima Tazza has functioned as a coffee shop, community gathering place and a "little tugboat" helping Liberty Hall move forward in the turbulent waters of Massachusetts Street, Tom Harper writes in this column. lawrenceks.news/3Mc7fWf
Tom Harper: La Prima Tazza celebrating 35 years serving Lawrence (Column)
For 35 years, La Prima Tazza has functioned as a coffee shop, community gathering place and a "little tugboat" helping Liberty Hall move forward in the turbulent waters of Massachusetts Street, Tom Ha...
lawrenceks.news
November 20, 2025 at 1:47 AM
For 35 years, La Prima Tazza has functioned as a coffee shop, community gathering place and a "little tugboat" helping Liberty Hall move forward in the turbulent waters of Massachusetts Street, Tom Harper writes in this column. lawrenceks.news/3Mc7fWf
A group of current & former Lawrence high school students added claims to their lawsuit against the Lawrence school district over use of an AI monitoring software, alleging open records violations & arguing the district’s switch to new software does not absolve it of claims. lawrenceks.news/4ifGuMS
Students allege open records violations in amended lawsuit against Lawrence school district’s AI surveillance
A group of current and former Lawrence high school students added claims to their lawsuit against the Lawrence school district over its use of an AI monitoring software, alleging the district’s switch...
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November 19, 2025 at 11:44 PM
A group of current & former Lawrence high school students added claims to their lawsuit against the Lawrence school district over use of an AI monitoring software, alleging open records violations & arguing the district’s switch to new software does not absolve it of claims. lawrenceks.news/4ifGuMS
Puppies do not linger long at the Lawrence Humane Society, but Hamburger Mary can’t get adopted, and it’s not her fault. lawrenceks.news/4icX6EQ
Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Hamburger Mary is ready for a family to gobble up her cuteness, snuggles
Puppies do not linger long at the Lawrence Humane Society, but Hamburger Mary can’t get adopted, and it’s not her fault.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Puppies do not linger long at the Lawrence Humane Society, but Hamburger Mary can’t get adopted, and it’s not her fault. lawrenceks.news/4icX6EQ
Meg Heriford of Ladybird Diner said as a small business owner, tax subsidies offered through the marketplace help make health insurance a possibility for her. But that may change.
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This Lawrence diner owner says she’ll have to go without health insurance if federal subsidies end
Meg Heriford of Ladybird Diner said as a small business owner, tax subsidies offered through the marketplace help make health insurance a possibility for her. But that may change.
lawrenceks.news
November 19, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Meg Heriford of Ladybird Diner said as a small business owner, tax subsidies offered through the marketplace help make health insurance a possibility for her. But that may change.
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Kansas doesn't expect any problems after paying out full SNAP benefits on Nov. 7, the day before the USDA ordered states to “undo” paying the benefits.
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Kansas doesn’t expect penalties over November payout of food program benefits
Kansas doesn't expect any problems after paying out full SNAP benefits on Nov. 7, the day before the USDA ordered states to “undo” paying the benefits.
lawrenceks.news
November 19, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Kansas doesn't expect any problems after paying out full SNAP benefits on Nov. 7, the day before the USDA ordered states to “undo” paying the benefits.
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The only option for folks to seek shelter from the cold this winter will be the Lawrence Community Shelter, the city has announced, and the city says no one will be turned away in an emergency despite the new residency policy. lawrenceks.news/4idk5jg
Lawrence Community Shelter will be only local winter shelter; no one will be turned away in emergencies
The only option for folks to seek shelter from the cold this winter will be the Lawrence Community Shelter, the city has announced, and the city says no one will be turned away in an emergency despite...
lawrenceks.news
November 18, 2025 at 10:30 PM
The only option for folks to seek shelter from the cold this winter will be the Lawrence Community Shelter, the city has announced, and the city says no one will be turned away in an emergency despite the new residency policy. lawrenceks.news/4idk5jg
Friends of Lawrence Area Trails on Wednesday will host a public meeting to share details about Cameron's Bluff, a new trail system, park and open space in development in Lawrence. lawrenceks.news/48jRXY5
Lawrence groups to hold public meeting about plans for Cameron’s Bluff trail system
Friends of Lawrence Area Trails on Wednesday will host a public meeting to share details about Cameron's Bluff, a new trail system, park and open space in development in Lawrence.
lawrenceks.news
November 18, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Friends of Lawrence Area Trails on Wednesday will host a public meeting to share details about Cameron's Bluff, a new trail system, park and open space in development in Lawrence. lawrenceks.news/48jRXY5
The Douglas County Elections Office has certified the results of the 2025 election, with no changes to the winners of the Lawrence City Commission election and confirmation of a school board seat that had been too close to call. lawrenceks.news/3KbQFoV
Douglas County elections office confirms results of Lawrence school board, city commission elections
The Douglas County Elections Office has certified the results of the 2025 election, with no changes to the winners of the Lawrence City Commission election and confirmation of a school board seat that...
lawrenceks.news
November 18, 2025 at 8:28 PM
The Douglas County Elections Office has certified the results of the 2025 election, with no changes to the winners of the Lawrence City Commission election and confirmation of a school board seat that had been too close to call. lawrenceks.news/3KbQFoV
Connected City Advisory Board members on Monday approved charging a $3 fare for use of Lawrence Transit's on-demand service as federal grants the city has received in the past are going to expire next year. lawrenceks.news/4oY7zGA
Lawrence Transit will have $3 fare for on-demand rides starting in March 2026
Connected City Advisory Board members on Monday approved charging a $3 fare for use of Lawrence Transit's on-demand service as federal grants the city has received in the past are going to expire next...
lawrenceks.news
November 18, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Connected City Advisory Board members on Monday approved charging a $3 fare for use of Lawrence Transit's on-demand service as federal grants the city has received in the past are going to expire next year. lawrenceks.news/4oY7zGA
Lawrence school board members and district administrators are looking at a declining birth rate, an ever-increasing cost of living and a shortage of housing as factors in shrinking enrollment. lawrenceks.news/4nZMfzi
Lawrence school district points to fewer births, financial stress to explain shrinking enrollment
Lawrence school board members and district administrators are looking at a declining birth rate, an ever-increasing cost of living and a shortage of housing as factors in shrinking enrollment.
lawrenceks.news
November 18, 2025 at 5:13 AM
Lawrence school board members and district administrators are looking at a declining birth rate, an ever-increasing cost of living and a shortage of housing as factors in shrinking enrollment. lawrenceks.news/4nZMfzi
Many of the roughly 200 people gathered today to discuss their priorities for the North Lawrence Corridor Study expressed a mix of enthusiasm to strengthen their community’s resources and trepidation about industrial development and the city's approach. lawrenceks.news/4i3sgyh
North Lawrence residents share hopes for city transparency, community-directed plans for corridor
Many of the roughly 200 people gathered Monday to discuss their priorities for the North Lawrence Corridor Study expressed a mix of enthusiasm to strengthen their community’s resources and trepidation...
lawrenceks.news
November 18, 2025 at 3:42 AM
Many of the roughly 200 people gathered today to discuss their priorities for the North Lawrence Corridor Study expressed a mix of enthusiasm to strengthen their community’s resources and trepidation about industrial development and the city's approach. lawrenceks.news/4i3sgyh
A new family-owned bakery and cafe is coming in spring 2026 and adding a drive-thru to the former Henry T's location in west Lawrence. lawrenceks.news/44bllNR
New bakery and cafe coming to vacant western Lawrence building
A new family-owned bakery and cafe is coming in spring 2026 and adding a drive-thru to the former Henry T's location in west Lawrence.
lawrenceks.news
November 17, 2025 at 9:20 PM
A new family-owned bakery and cafe is coming in spring 2026 and adding a drive-thru to the former Henry T's location in west Lawrence. lawrenceks.news/44bllNR
Gov. Laura Kelly has endorsed state Sen. Ethan Corson for governor, favoring a “true middle-of-the-road” politician she believed could draw enough votes from Kansas Republicans, Democrats and independents to prevail in 2026.
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Gov. Laura Kelly offers formal endorsement of Democratic Sen. Ethan Corson for governor
Gov. Laura Kelly has endorsed state Sen. Ethan Corson for governor, favoring a “true middle-of-the-road” politician she believed could draw enough votes from Kansas Republicans, Democrats and independ...
lawrenceks.news
November 17, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Gov. Laura Kelly has endorsed state Sen. Ethan Corson for governor, favoring a “true middle-of-the-road” politician she believed could draw enough votes from Kansas Republicans, Democrats and independents to prevail in 2026.
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