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Although the latest "Star Wars" movie is mere weeks away, there's also a hefty cult following built around "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." Douglas Adams' paperback classic finally makes it to the big screen, starring Martin Freeman of "The Office" as earth's lone survivor who joins a cast of wayward intergalactic travelers.
The Wildcats routed Kansas, 7-0, Friday in Manhattan.
When Texas visits Lawrence next week, a brand new scoreboard will be in place at Hoglund Ballpark.
The Indians beat the Royals, 6-0, Friday night in Cleveland.
A man being taken into custody this morning at Douglas County District Court, bolted from officers and ran outside the building, only to be captured less than a block away.
A natural gas leak caused some employees and customers in downtown Lawrence to be temporarily evacuated from buildings this morning. The gas leak happened behind Free State Brewery building in the 600 block of Massachusetts, said Lawrence-Douglas County Battalion Chief Bill Stark.
The last of the April showers are falling today. But the cool weather that's coming with it might keep you from singing in the rain. "Weather wise, it's not going to be a very nice day, " says Tim Reith, 6News meteorologist. "We see the chance for off-and-on rain showers as we go through the day. I think most of the rainfall should be out of here by the mid-afternoon hours."
Family members of Wesley Hein joined Prairie Park Elementary students Friday to dedicate a tree in honor of Wesley Hein. Six-year-old Hein died in a tragic accident earlier this year.
Although "Phoenix of the Plains" will be performed Saturday at Free State High School, 6News reporter Holly Naylor gets a sneak peak at the composition. The composition, written by Geoffrey Wilcken, is to honor the city's 150th anniversary.
After four months of living on 10th and Indiana Streets, Oread residents Deborah Martin and Kevin Roe are ready to move out of the neighborhood. Not only has the couple been dealing with loud parties, thieves and reckless driving. But on Sunday, a late-night partier ran over and killed their 10-year-old cat.
While Americans continue to battle bulge, there's a running club at Quail Run Elementary School working to change that trend and encourage students to start healthy habits early.
Lawrence officials are looking to clear up a little bit of confusion about whether drivers can make a left-hand turn on the inside of a traffic circle. According to city staff, drivers should be able to make a left turn in front of the circle.
The annual “Take Back the Night” rally, which protests domestic violence towards women, was held Friday. The Friday night event included poetry readings, live music and a candlelight march from Buford M. Watson Jr. Park to South Park.
Two drums worth $400 disappeared from Richard's Music Co. early Wednesday morning after someone bashed in a shatterproof glass door and apparently climbed through it.
Although many television sets downtown were tuned into Bush's presidential news conference Thursday, not many residents were watching it.
The Lawrence High's tennis team placed seventh in its annual Invitational on Thursday.
A new city report has found that now isn't financially the right time to switch the majority of the city's vehicles to more environmentally friendly hybrids.
Lawrence High's Chelsey Ornburn is this month's High School Scholar Athlete.
Lawrence High School officials searched the building Thursday morning after getting a tip that a student may have brought a gun to school.
You don't have to worry about rain tonight -- only overcast skies are expected this evening in Lawrence. But on Friday, showers will be moving in, says Matt Sayers, 6News meteorologist.
Lawrence High School officials searched the building this morning after receiving a tip that a student had brought a gun to school. No gun was found, Principal Steve Nilhas said. Officials talked to associates of the student and searched their cars.
Lawrence residents had to dodge only a few raindrops this morning -- the bulk of the scattered showers that passed over the region bypassed the city, said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
The water tower near Kasold Drive is being sandblasted and repainted. The new paint will help protect the one and a 1/2 million gallon water storage tank from corroding.
Tonganoxie's softball team took out the Perry-Lecompton Lady Kaws, 3-0, Thursday at Tonganoxie.
A Lawrence bar owner, who maintains that the citywide smoking ban is unconstitutional, files an appeal in Douglas County District Court.
Serologicals officials reaffirmed their commitment to the idle $28 million plant in the East Hills Business Park on Thursday.
It's senior week at Lawrence High School and staff members there are bracing for pranks. But so far, officials say students have been very well behaved.
Ken Harvey is back with the Royals. Unfortunately, Harvey hardly helped against Minnesota. Minnesota defeated the Royals, 6-5.
Kansas University's softball team swept a doubleheader, 3-2 and 1-0, with North Dakota State on Thursday at Arrocha Ballpark.
For the second day in a row, the Kansas baseball team played a home game in Kansas City, Kansas. It's all part of the Best of the Midwest tournament.
A new federal study shows Lawrence wages may not me on par with the rest of the country.
A nobel prize-winning KU alum speaks on campus tonight, presenting the first lecture ever sponsored by the KU Center for Applied Economics.
An intersection with a long history of serious accidents is the scene of another crash today. It happened just before eleven o'clock this morning at K-10 highway and the entrance to the East Hill Business Park.
About two-dozen people stand in front of the county courthouse rallying against the nucular option.
There is still no word from postal inspection officials regarding the investigation into one of the controversial postcards aimed at city commissioner David Schauner.
A northeast kansas legislator receives national recognition for his commitment to an industry viewed as a key to continued economic growth in the Lawrence area.
It was a battle of words for about 30 people participating in a fundraiser for newspapers in education.
In 2004, the Free State baseball team caught fire in late April and rode the momentum all the way to the state championship game. This season, it's deja vu all over again.
Several friends come to the aid of a former Lawrence High School classmate who is now battling brain cancer. A benefit concert for Lawrence resident Chrs Newman is planned for tomorrow night at Club 815.
(Updated Wednesday at 12:03 p.m.) Two people were injured in a traffic accident late this morning on Kansas Highway 10 near the East Hills Business Park.
Remember spring? After several days of cold, damp weather, it's back -- at least briefly, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "We have a lot of sunshine today and finally some mild afternoon temperatures," Schack said. "We will keep it dry today."
With gasoline prices continuing to hover over two dollars a gallon more Lawrence residents are getting out of their cars. Ridership on city buses is sky-rocketing and officials say gasoline prices is a big reason why.
High school students around the country have been getting ready for prom for months. But for many students here in Lawrence the preparations have more to do with just finding the perfect dress or tux.
A store known for selling an ecclectic mix of unclaimed freight is checking out of downtown Lawrence. Everything But Ice is closing next month after 24 years.
Home sales in Douglas County continued their rise during the first quarter of the year. Even as mortgage and intrest rates inched up from their historic lows.
They may be years away from the real world, but dozens of second-graders got a upclose view of the working world. About 40 students from Broken Arrow Elementary took walking tours of several businesses today.
A.J. Van Slyke was named the Big 12 baseball player of the week.
The KU softball team tried to stay hot today in a double-header with Arkansas. The 'Hawks held on to win both games.
Robert J. Dole came back to his former university to lecture in the building that bears his name. About 1,000 people attended the lecture this afternoon at the Dole Institute of Politics.
It's been a busy day for two local mothers who recently started a petition drive to stop the transfer of a convicted child-molester to Lawrence.
Tonight, gratuities at Henry T's Bar and Grill didn't go into the pockets of waiters and waitresses. That's because the restaurant hosted Tips for Tots.
Beginning with a color guard presentation and ending with a picnic, about 1,000 people came to see former U.S. Sen. Bob Dole today speak today at the Dole Institute of Politics at Kansas University.
Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the garden, the frosty bite of winter will be lurking overnight in Lawrence. The National Weather Service has issued a frost advisory for Wednesday morning for the Lawrence area, including Douglas, Franklin, Jefferson and Shawnee counties. The weather service advises covering up new plantings or moving potted plants normally left outdoors indoors.
It might look sunny out there this morning. But another cool, blustery day is in store for the Lawrence area, as clouds move in and the wind picks up this afternoon.
The tribute to Native American mothers of war veterans has been installed outside the Haskell Cultural Center.
The Wakarusa Van will travel to 12 Midwestern states to promote the festival.
The Lawrence school board approved an agreement to increase the teachers' pay, which will be awarded in a lump sum.
The Kansas City team is struggling this season, but they are looking for answers in their young players.
It's been four years since the Jayhawks swept a ranked team, but that drought is over thanks to good pitching.
Thanks in part to Saturday's "Gold Zone," which gave the spotlight to Olympic track stars, the attendance at the event was the second-largest in Relays history.
David McMillan was taken in the 5th round by the Cleveland Browns.
Invited walk-on Nick Bahe says he loves KU, but he wants more playing time.
Carleta Nunez gives the record highs and lows for April 25.
The project to replace the Kasold bridge over the Kansas Turnpike will be expanded to include a larger storm culvert.
Leroy Hendricks, one of the state's most notorious sex offenders, is set to move into transitional housing in Lawrence. Several area mothers hope their petition will stop Hendricks and other sexual predators out of the city. They say that a change in the law is the only way to protect their children.
Business and engineering grads will earn nearly $10,000 a year more than liberal arts majors.
The month is meant to raise awareness about the need for organ donations.
Anderson Cooper, host of "Anderson Cooper 360," spoke about how he become a journalist and news anchor.
Don't put your umbrella away -- light scattered showers will continue to dampen the pavement through late tonight.
The director of the School of Education at Colorado State University has been named education dean at Kansas University, officials announced today.
It has been almost one year since Andy Marso, a Kansas University alumnus, was infected with bacterial meningitis and nearly died from it. Marso lost half of his feet and had most of fingers amputated. But instead of being angry, the 23-year-old says he is looking forward to the future.
Members of Girl Scouts troop 654 planted scrubs in front of the Salvation Army on Sunday as part of the troops’ Gold Award project. The Gold Award is equivalent to the Eagle Scout award for Boy Scouts.
This year's Earth Day celebration inspired some local residents to provide lifestyle alternatives geared toward bettering the environment. Some of the unique solutions include a solar and electric-powered car.
Lawrence High School Students had fun in the mud Sunday afternoon when more than 400 of them gathered at Broken Arrow Park with teachers and parents to play in the annual mud volleyball tournament.
Walkers battled the cold weather Saturday to participate in the Multiple Sclerosis Walk at Burcham Park. Also that day, the Douglas County AIDS project held a walk at Holcom Park.
About 200 volunteers participated in the Spring Day of Caring this weekend.
Kansas University's softball team completed the sweep in the series against Oklahoma, 4-1, Sunday. The Jayhawks are now 5-7 in the Big 12.
Douglas County is a good spot for tourism, a Kansas State University study reports. K-State economist David Darling says 12.1 percent of county workers are employed in the travel and tourism industry.
For the first time, the Kansas Relays included a Gold Zone section, which featured more than 30 Olympians in numerous events. But despite all of the feature athletes this weekend, it was clear that Olympians Maurice Greene and Marion Jones stole the spotlight.
The Free State High's boy's distance medley relay team took third place at the Kansas Relays on Friday. Shawnee Mission Northwest won the event.
Former Jayhawk Scott Russell finished second in javelin throw Friday at the Kansas Relays. The fan favorite won the event last year at the Relays.
Free State junior Alicia Valencia placed second in the girl's 3200-meter run Friday at Memorial Stadium. Valencia recorded her best finish ever during the event.
Art enthusiasts will want to check out the Downtown Friday Gallery Walk. The self-guided tour of downtown art venues runs from 7 to 9 this evening and features, among other artists, the watercolor landscapes of Mark Mohr at Fields Gallery.
Federal officials are considering relaxing requirements for the No Child Left Behind law for certain states. But what do the relaxed regulations mean for students in Lawrence? 6News reporter Deanna Richards sits down with Supt. Randy Weseman to find out.
Students at Central Junior High are gearing up for a fashion show Saturday at the school. The fashion show is part of the school's after school program.
You might want to grab a jacket or a sweater on your way out -- Lawrence is expected to get strong gusty winds and brisk temperatures in the 50s and low 60s today. "It's going to be cool and breezy as we go through the day," said Tim Reith, 6News meteorologist.
For the first time at the Kansas Relays, Olympic champion Maurice Greene will run more than event. On Saturday, Greene will compete in the 100-meter dash and the 4x100-meter relay.
Marion Jones is looking forward to her run Saturday after struggling last week at the Mount San Antonio College Relays.
Twenty teachers and staff members of the Lawrence school district displayed their talents at the 15th annual Foundation Follies, a variety show fund-raiser that benefits the Lawrence Schools Foundation.
The Firebirds beat St. Louis Chaminade, 17-0, Friday at Hoglund Ballpark.
The Lawrence High's baseball team lost, 12-2, to the Ozark (Mo.) Tigers on Friday at Hoglund Ballpark.
Local drag queens descended upon Lawrence on Friday for the 13th annual Brown Bag Drag Show at Kansas University. The show is part of KU's Pride Week festivities.
Lawrence resident Nina Bair has organized a meeting next month to discuss concerns about the cemetery. The meeting will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. May 15 at the Lawrence Memorial Hospital auditorium.
Lawrence city officials said Friday that they are taking steps to ensure that a downtown bike race causes minimal disruption to the flow of customers next month.
Fifty-seven-year-old Alan Detrich, a longtime Kansas fossil hunter, loaned a fossilized skull of a young Triceratops dinosaur to the Lawrence Public Library. The fossilized skull is displayed near the front desk of the library.
With gasoline thefts on the rise, several stations around Lawrence are requiring consumers to prepay for gasoline before they can fill up their tanks.
The Kansas Supreme Court on Friday dismissed an appeal filed last year to overturn the sentence of downtown shooter Jason A. Tremble.
Dwight Lewis, a junior basketball guard from Archbishop Rummel High in Metairie, La., who orally committed to Kansas University on Tuesday, backed off the commitment Thursday.
In addition to running the 4x100-meter relay, Olympic champion Maurice Greene will also compete in the Invitational 100-meter dash.
Kansas University's Sheldon Battle advanced to the finals of the men's hammer throw Thursday. Battle finished second in the event behind 2004 Kansas Relays champion Nick Welihozkiy.
Strong storms passed to the north of the Lawrence area and a tornado was spotted on the ground near Kansas City International Airport late this afternoon, according to 6News meteorologists.
About 75 people attended Thursday's pro-evolution debate at the Plymouth Congregational Church. The meeting focused on the importance of keeping evolution in schools.
Papa John's Pizza surprised Lawrence High senior Lynne Sauer with a $1,000 scholarship and pizza Thursday at Lawrence High
The Minnesota Twins took out the Royals, 10-9, Thursday in Minneapolis.
The Lions lost their River City Baseball Festival opener, 11-9, Thursday to Rockhurst High at Ice Field.
The Free State High’s baseball team cruised past Creighton Prep, 11-1, Thursday at the River City Baseball Festival game at Hoglund Ballpark.
Meet director Tim Weaver says the volunteers are what make the Kansas Relays one of the best events in the country. More than 600 people will volunteer this weekend at the relays at Memorial Stadium.
Lawrence High's Scott Penny tossed 50.44 meters at the Kansas Relays on Thursday at Memorial Stadium, which set a school record.
Dozens of American Indian and Alaska Native professors are at Haskell Indian Nations University for the 15th annual Conference of the American Indian and Alaska Native Professors. The goal of the conference is give professors entering the academy the opportunity to network with other professors.
The Eudora Cardinals blew out the Wellsville Eagles, 22-4, Thursday at Eudora. Eudora won the second game of the double-header 24-0.
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius signed Senate Bill 74 into law Thursday at the Kansas Union. The bill allows employees at state universities to opt out of the state's civil service system, which would allow KU's classified employees to receive larger pay increases.
The Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission ruled unanimously Thursday that members of Teachers for a Better Lawrence, the group behind the Schauner postcards, now must reveal who they are and where they get their money.
Lawrence teachers are in line for a slight pay raise this year after all. School officials on Wednesday agreed to offer the district’s 850 teachers a step increase in pay. Negotiators representing the teachers accepted the offer.
Free State High School baseball coach Mike Hill is preparing for a massive 26-team, 31-game tournament begins at sites around Lawrence.
The board of Lawrence Memorial Hospital has announced that the hospital is in good financial shape, and so it is looking to revive its emergency stabilization service for patients with psychiatric problems.
Lawrence residents Aaron Landis and Lynette Stand are the winners of the Great American Country's "Ultimate Country Wedding" competition.
Two Lawrence women are going to walk 60 miles in three days in an effort to raise awareness of breast cancer.
The Douglas County chapter of Americans For Prosperity welcomed Kansas Speaker of the House Doug Mays to its meeting Wednesday.
There only one coach at KU who has won a national championship: Mike Fine, the longtime coach of the KU bowling team.
Kansas University’s baseball team was forced to use seven pitchers in an 11-9 loss Wednesday night to Wichita State. The Shockers took a 2-1 lead in the season series, which will conclude with a game May 4.
Several local organizations are teaming up, hoping to put a dent in the national sexual assault statistics with "Fight Like a Girl," a free self-defense class teaching women how to fight back.
The new interim dean of students met with KU students Wednesday afternoon just two weeks after the former dean, Richard Johnson, was terminated.
An anti-David Schauner campaign postcard will be reviewed by state officials today to determine whether the postcard’s backers must divulge who paid for it.
Lawrence won't see much blue sky today. But you can probably leave your umbrella home -- the Lawrence area is expected to be dry through the afternoon, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. However, some isolated storms are possible tonight, Schack said.
The Twins beat the Royals, 5-4, Wednesday in Minneapolis.
After committing to the Jayhawks on Tuesday afternoon and then wavering Tuesday night, high school junior Dwight Lewis decided Kansas is where he wants to be.
Lawrence Catholics today celebrated the election of Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger of Germany as the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church; Ratzinger took the name Pope Benedict XVI.
If you're walking between classes on Kansas University's campus today, hang on to your books and papers -- winds will be gusting up to 30 mph.
Downtown stores are displaying risqué lingerie in their windows to help promote Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The undergarments have messages such as “Red Panties are Not Synonymous with Askin’ for It” that were written by victims of abuse.
If you saw the KU wide receivers last year, you knew they needed immediate help. So Mark Mangino went to the junior college ranks and signed Brian Murph from Johnson County Community College.
Tonganoxie and Basehor-Linwood usually play each other along U.S. Highway 24, but there was a bit more traveling involved to get to the game today, as the Royals invited the teams to play in Kaufmann Stadium for the annual Frank White Classic.
Four times he's competed at the Kansas Relays and three times he's been a champion. This weekend, former Kansas track star and 2004 Olympian Charlie Gruber will try to make it four for five.
A report released Tuesday shows that police believe the driver who struck and killed a pedestrian April 9 on West Sixth Street was speeding and driving aggressively in addition to drunken driving.
Kansas University is closing the gap when it comes to faculty salaries, according to a report released Monday.
David Morrissey, director of the Roger Hill Volunteer Center, will leave the position next month to begin classwork at the Clinton School of Public Service in Little Rock, Ark. Morrissey will be part of the inaugural class at the school affiliated with former president Bill Clinton’s presidential library
Health officials revoked the license of a day-care operator after the Kansas Department of Health and Environment confirmed a report that an infant had suffered a head injury while in her care.
The president and CEO of a leading pharmaceutical company spoke tonight on the KU campus about the role of ethics in business and society.
The project in downtown Lawrence may last through the summer.
Motorcycles have been seen riding down the bicycle trail. The damage to the trail is only part of the concerns; there is also a safety concern for others on the trail.
School board members were not supporters of the plan to require more shelters, and other officials were concerned about increased housing costs.
City and county commissioners have agreed that it is time to put an end to the highway project. Mayor Boog Highberger hopes to get representatives of all concerned parties to the table. He believes there have been too many decisions behind closed doors, and the only hope for resolving the issue will come from open meetings.
The construction down the thoroughfare will add a turn lane.
Kansas City has dropped to last place, and their losing streak continues against the Indians.
The center's administrators gave the award to those who help get the word out about mental health issues.
Congressman Dennis Moore and several experts discussed the reform issue with local residents at the Dole Institute of Politics.
The track star had a disappointing showing in California last weekend. However, Jones' representatives say that she still plans on running at the KU Relays.
Coach Mangino is not yet worried about depth in the team's backfield.
Last year, Charles Gordon led the nation in interceptions, and Nick Reid led in tackles.
Two years after resigning his position at North Carolina, Matt Doherty has been named as the head coach of Florida Atlantic University.
Jesse McAlister gives the record highs and lows for April 18.
The city's largest hotel has a great deal of debt. The Holidome's owner is considering ways to restructure the debt and pay for more than two million dollars of upgrades.
The tournament will come to Lawrence on May 5-8.
Police and paramedics responded to reports of a blood around an apartment. Police say the wounds appear to have been self-inflicted.
Lawrence police were continuing their investigation this afternoon of a bloody scene at an apartment building in southern Lawrence.
The Lawrence area is under a "slight risk" of severe weather through 7 a.m. Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center. But the biggest chance of any strong storms is this afternoon, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "The main threat would be some large hail, if we do get severe weather," Schack said.
The defense dominated as the White and Blue squads combined for six interceptions during Saturday's spring game at Memorial Stadium.
Baylor took out the Kansas University’s softball team, 8-5, Sunday at Arrocha Ballpark. The Lady Jayhawks are now 18-19 on the season and 2-7 in the Big 12.
Baylor swept Kansas University's baseball team, 3-2, Sunday at Hoglund Ballpark. The Bears defeated the Jayhawks 8-4 on Friday and 13-2 on Saturday.
It's spring-cleaning time and Lawrence was in clean mode this weekend. East Lawrence residents spent Sunday afternoon cleaning up their neighborhood while a Kansas University sorority organized a cleanup at Clinton Lake on Saturday.
The Kansas City Royals lost, 6-1, to the Detroit Tigers on Sunday.
The Lawrence Men's Chorale visited several downtown businesses Saturday afternoon to sing in benefit of the Clothing Room, an organization providing clothing to needy children in the Lawrence school district.
Lawrence's roundabouts will be a featured stop on a tour of Kansas’s roundabouts hosted by the Federal Highway Administration. The tour will bring transportation officials from 10 states to Lawrence next week.
Lawrence kids got a taste of Native culture Saturday during the Pelathe Center's Cultural Awareness Day festivities. The event allowed attendees to learn more about Native American sports such as stickball and how to shoot a bow and arrow.
Kansas University alumnus Robert Worcester, who was just knighted, will participate in the traditional knighting ceremony -- when the queen will tap him on the shoulders with a sword -- in June. Worcester graduated from KU in 1955.
About 500 people attended the dedication of the Korean War Memorial at Kansas University on Saturday. The memorial honors more than 50 students and faculty who lost their lives during the Korean War.
About 1,500 runners from across the country participated in Sunday's Raintree Run. The race featured many recreational runners and accomplished runners including former Oklahoma State All-American and current Lawrence resident Jason Woolhouse.
Sunflower Broadband including Broadband Man and several 6News reporters held a food drive Saturday for the Salvation Army at both Hy-Vee locations in Lawrence.
Now that their college careers are almost over, seniors Wayne Simien, Aaron Miles, Keith Langford and Michael Lee are all planning for the future. And for the seniors, moving on means playing professional basketball.
The Baylor Bears took out the Jayhawks, 8-4, Friday at Hoglund Ballpark. The loss drops KU to 24-16 on the season and 3-7 in Big 12 play.
The Kansas City Royals came back from behind to defeat the Detroit Tigers, 6-5, Friday night at Kauffman Stadium.
Never trust a real estate agent who says a potential property has a "vibrant history." Such is the case in "The Amityville Horror," an adaptation of the best-selling horror novel from the '70s.
If writing checks on Tax Day has you feeling a little gloomy, go outside. The sky is mostly blue and temperatures are on the upswing. "It is a beautiful morning outside and we're expecting a fantastic day across Lawrence," said Tim Reith, 6News meteorologist.
The city's smoking ban is constitutional, a municipal judge ruled Friday morning. But Judge Randy McGrath signaled that prosecutors will have a tough time enforcing the law -- finding Lawrence club owner Dennis Steffes not guilty in four of five cases where he was charged with letting customers smoke in violation of the ban.
Students and faculty at South Junior High School held a farewell party Friday in honor of Cary Atkins, a school janitor who will be leaving to serve in Iraq. Atkins, who is with the National Guard, will leave for training by the end of the month.
Runners are preparing to take their marks for the 9th annual Raintree run. The race, which benefits the Raintree Montessori School, gets underway Sunday morning.
Students at Central Junior High are painting a mural in the school's atrium to promote the school's "Respect" program, which is aimed at preventing bullying and sexual violence.
Although some filers are doing their own taxes this year, others are heading to local groups such as Independence, Inc. to get their taxes done.
The environmentally friendly efforts of a local business will be recognized next week as part of the city’s Earth Day festivities. The group, Imagination & Place, will award the first ever Imagination and Place business environmental award
Lawrence has held a tax-night party for the last 20 years and the annual event is getting some extra attention this year. A CBS News crew was on hand Friday night to tape a segment of the festivities for "CBS News Sunday Morning."
A Korean War plane makes a stop in Lawrence in preparation for Saturday's dedication of the Kansas University's Korean War Memorial. The C-47 plane will be a part of the flyover for the dedication, which begins at 8:30 a.m. Saturday.
Although the Kansas University's men's basketball team had a short run in the NCAA tournament, about 300 Jayhawk fans still filed into the Lied Center on Thursday night to salute the Jayhawks.
Taxpayers who can't file their taxes by midnight Friday could get an extension on their tax-filing deadline.
Lawrence's new mayor Dennis "Boog" Highberger talked about 'Smart Growth,' property taxes, and the smoking ban during an online chat with readers Thursday afternoon.
Welcome to our online chat with Lawrence Mayor Boog Highberger. The chat took place on Thursday, April 14, at 3:00 PM and is now closed, but you can read the full transcript on this page.
An 18-year-old Lawrence man is arrested in connection with the kidnapping and beating of a Baldwin teen in early February.
A fire in Eudora guts the home of a family of three.
It might have been cold this morning. But you can expect clear skies and a nice warm-up this afternoon -- temperatures will be in the low 70s, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Freshmen Ryne Price, Erik Morrison and redshirt freshman John Allman are stepping up for the Kansas University's baseball team. On any given game, it's likely that the three will be part of the starting lineup.
Although construction on area schools won't begin until next year, some of the less visible and possibly more important actions have already begun.
Kansas University graduate students showed off Indian artifacts that had been in storage at KU's Museum of Anthropology during the Big 12 American Indian Student Leadership Conference on Thursday. The University acquired the pieces in the late 1800s.
Tom Pyle, who has been involved in public office since 1968, is now the mayor of Eudora. Pyle says he wants to attract more businesses to Eudora.
The American Heart Association's national “Go Red for Women” campaign was held Thursday for the first time in Lawrence. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women and the goal of the event was to get more women to recognize those risks and to change their lifestyles.
Free State high seniors Megan Wyatt and Catelin Karlin each signed a letter of intent to play college volleyball Thursday. Wyatt will attend Northern Arizona while Karlin will attend George Washington.
Officials with N.R. Hamm Quarry Inc. pulled a controversial request today to put a quarry in near Lecompton.
One day after Lawrence City Commissioner Mike Rundle announced publicly that he is gay, he says the reaction has been very warm, with several congratulatory phone calls and e-mails.
Douglas County medical, law enforcement and emergency management officials met Wednesday to discuss how to handle a pandemic avian flu outbreak.
The bonds haven't even been sold yet, but Lawrence school officials are already planning on how to spend $8.9 million for technology improvements.
If you head to the spring game this weekend, you'll see some big changes on the offensive line. After playing defensive tackle all of last season, Todd Haselhorst has been moved to center.
The Jayhawks hold the overall edge in Sunflower State tennis, with a 47-5 record going into Wednesday's matchup. But K-State is inching closer on the courts, coming away with a one-point victory.
The "Gold Zone" package at the 2005 Kansas Relays should prove to be quite an event, with seven Olympic champions and many more top athletes competing.
City Commissioner Dennis "Boog" Highberger is now mayor of the city of Lawrence. He says he is both humbled and honored, and looks forward to the job as he sets a high bar for the year.
The American Legion hosted a meeting Wednesday in a show of support for the Lawrence Police Department.
Just when everything seemed right with the Royals -- they returned home.
Lawrence was getting murky, cool weather this morning. But there is some hope for sunshine this afternoon, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Free State High’s baseball squad focused on how it could improve its own game after an effortless 11-0 victory over Kansas City Washington on Wednesday at FSHS. The game was called after five innings because of the run rule.
Young artists from Van Go’s Jobs in the Arts Make Sense program were commissioned by The World Company to paint metal newspaper vending racks for the Lawrence Journal-World. The lavishly hued boxes, each painted by a pair of young artists, were unveiled Wednesday outside the News Center, 645 N.H.
A former KU track and field coach has signed a deed hanging his labor of love over to the university. Coach Bob Timmons donated the 100-plus acres that comprise Rim Rock Farm on Tuesday.
For the first time publicly, Lawrence City Commissioner Mike Rundle announced Tuesday night that he is gay. The announcement comes on the heels of the negative campaign against Commissioner David Schauner . Rundle says he's had similar experiences during his campaigns, and so he decided it was time to put the rumors to rest.
If you're heading outdoors this evening, take along an umbrella -- a few raindrops are in the forecast. "Very light showers are possible, from 8 o'clock to midnight" said Matt Sayers, 6News meteorologist.
For the first time in years, there's optimism in Tonganoxie about the fate of the Chieftain baseball team.
The annual spring game will be Saturday at Memorial Stadium, and with John Randle off the team, expect to see a lot of Clark Green.
Kansas University junior outfielder Gus Milner has been named the Big 12 Conference baseball co-player of the week.
Lawrence residents were getting a wet and chilly start to their day today. And cool weather will linger throughout the day, according to Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
More than 75 people attended a town hall meeting Tuesday night with Joe Solomonese, president of the Human Rights Campaign, to talk about advocacy of gay and lesbian issues following the April 5 vote to approve a constitutional ban on gay marriage
Bob Dole, the former senator and Senate majority leader, will return to the Kansas University campus April 26 for a lecture. Dole is promoting his new book, “One Soldier’s Story.
A rally conducted Tuesday at the Capitol called for more school funding and court rejection of a legislative school finance plan. Some who attended the rally dressed up in judges’ robes and “stepped up to the plate” with plastic bats.
Molly LaMere was named the third volleyball coach in Lawrence High history Tuesday.
The expert says that walking and biking are good ways to help fight the national trend toward obesity. City officials are considering several ways to encourage more walking in Lawrence.
For nearly 20 years, the Alfred Packer Memorial String Band has been entertaining last-minute tax filers at the Lawrence Post Office. CBS has expressed interest in the performance and will have a news crew at the post office to film the festivities.
Royals lose their home opener to Seattle.
The National Science Foundation grant is the largest ever received by any university in Kansas.
The Piper Pirates have strong batters, while the Tonganoxie Chieftans have good pitching. However, the Pirates' bats ruled the game.
City Commissioner Mike Rundle has proposed a night-time construction ban to cut down on the disturbing noise in neighborhoods. Bobby Flory of the Lawrence Home Builders Association says that crews only work at night when heat and traffic concerns require it. The city commission will debate both sides of the issue during their next meeting.
Ashtyn Rottinghaus gives the record highs and lows for April 11.
Adan Santos Cruz has been arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Jodie Hatzenbihler.
The Firebirds' coach Jama Crady is looking to senior Ashley Jackson and junior Ashley Robinson to lead the team back to the State meet.
Guests are preparing to check in to the historic hotel once more.
Free State has traditionally dominated the tennis showdown. Lawrence High won in doubles play, but the Firebirds continued the winning streak in singles matches.
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Lawrence area through 10 p.m.
A 23-year-old Lawrence man was formally charged this afternoon in a hit-and-run wreck that killed a pedestrian early Saturday on West Sixth Street.
Kansas University architecture students take their soapbox derby cars for a run in the 7th annual "Derby Days" competition. All of the cars are made out of scrap metal and found objects.
The Haskell Indian Nations University's softball team is making strides despite injuries. The Fightin' Indians are now at the top of the conference standings after splitting a doubleheader against York on Saturday.
Two-term city commissioner and former mayor David Dunfield will say goodbye to his position as city commissioner Tuesday night. Dunfield chose not to run for re-election this year.
Lawrence Memorial Hospital held its annual Health Fair on Saturday. The fair offered participants health screenings, blood work and educational exhibits.
Actor and former Kansas University student Mandy Patinkin shared stories with more than 500 fans Saturday during "A Conversation With Mandy Patinkin," a fundraiser to benefit KU's theater department.
About 80 people gathered to watch the dedication of the Hall Center for the Humanities on Saturday.
Local filmmakers are receiving film nominations across the country for their short film, "Hell to Pay." The film is competing for Best Short at the Palm Beach Festival in Florida next weekend.
Construction sites aren't just for men anymore. Six women are helping to lead the design and construction of the Hobbs Taylor Lofts in downtown Lawrence.
Area farmers like John Wise are worried about the survival of Kansas farms after hearing that Congress may cut federal farm subsidies by more than $5 billion over the next ten years.
A 25-year-old Olathe woman died after being hit by a car Saturday morning while trying to cross West Sixth Street. The car that hit her did not stop.
The Royals won the series against the Angels, 8-3, Saturday in California.
An unidentified thief took hundreds of dollars right out of Liberty Hall’s cash register this week.
There have been no accidents since the controversial roundabout at 19th and Barker Streets was installed and city officials say its saving residents money.
School board members will have to answer tough questions at their upcoming school board meeting including questions on how much money the district will be working with and possibly how many staff members they'll have to let go.
The Kansas University's softball team does not plan on overlooking any Big 12 teams including Oklahoma State.
The Douglas County Board of Canvassers officially confirmed the results of Tuesday’s City Commission and school board elections Friday morning.
The Free State High's baseball team won its sixth straight game against Lawrence High on Thursday night.
Signs of Life Gallery director James Schaefer usually lingers behind the scenes. But he's been working in his studio for the past month, and tonight he opens a show that highlights the fruits of his labor.
The Lawrence High’s baseball team will try to look past its recent loss to Free State as it prepares to take on Blue Valley North this weekend. Coach Brad Stoll says he hopes the loss does not shake up his team.
After being covered by a dense fog this morning, Lawrence is expected to have a bright sunny day. "I think we should see plenty of sunshine as we go through the day." said Tim Reith, 6News meteorologist.
The Free State High's softball team beat Olathe South, 3-0 and 4-1, Friday at Free State.
The Kansas University's baseball team lost to Oklahoma, 7-5, on Friday in Norman, Okla. The Jayhawks will play the Sooners again at 2 p.m. Saturday.
A recent position switch is improving the defense, says Kansas head coach Mark Mangino. Aqib Talib, who redshirted last year as a cornerback, is now working with the first team defense as a safety.
Kansas University officials have fired Richard Johnson, who has served as dean of students since March 2001. The termination follows a weeklong investigation after the university received a formal complaint about Johnson.
Many Lawrence residents gathered Friday at a memorial Mass for Pope John Paul II at the St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center.
Senior Jason Swanson could be Kansas University's starting quarterback especially now that Marcus Herford has been moved to wide receiver.
Owners of Memorial Park Cemetery have agreed to compensate unhappy customers. But those who have loved ones buried at the cemetery say that's not good enough.
The Free State High's baseball team defeated Lawrence High, 8-3, Thursday at Free State.
A traffic stop Wednesday evening led to the arrest of two Kansas City, Kan., men suspected of kidnapping the car’s driver at gunpoint.
Kansas University will increase parking fees by about $55 and meter ticket fees will increase between $5 and $10. This is the biggest hike in the parking department's history.
Twenty-year-old William Haney, one of four men convicted of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in June 2003, was arrested Wednesday for violating the terms of his probation.
More than 100 people gathered at the Kansas Union Ballroom for the last lecture of the Humanities Lecture Series. Ted Wilson, Kansas University professor, talked about the common perceptions of the U.S. armed forces after Pearl Harbor.
Lawrence has had overcast skies today, keeping the temperature down in the 50s. But the clouds will finally push off to the east by this evening, says Tim Reith, 6News meteorologist.
The Jayhawks rout of rival Wichita State on Wednesday night was more than just sweet for some Jayhawks. For junior Matt Baty, who's from Wichita, the game meant a lot more.
Despite the success of the Lawrence Virtual School, school principal Gary Lewis has canceled a state recruiting tour after some officials complained that the virtual school was trying to 'steal' students from their school districts.
Fresh off an overwhelming approval of the Lawrence district's bond issue, South Junior High staff and students await the destruction of their school, as officials say the construction of a new school is on an agressive schedule.
The election now behind them, the three winners in the Lawrence City Commission race will have to win over the other two members of the five-member commission if they want to see their campaign ideas turn into city policy.
Vote tabulation in Douglas County went into the early hours of Wednesday morning, but county officials said they weren’t concerned with the speed of ballot-counting; they were more concerned about accuracy.
Sunshine broke out all over the city this morning. But cloudy, wetter weather — with some possible thunderstorms — are still in this afternoon's forecast, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
The Eudora High baseball team is off to an undefeated start, and the Cardinals have hopes of a good showing at regionals, and then state.
Wichita State has had a tough time putting together games against the Jayhawks over the past few years, and Wednesday's game was no exception.
Kansas University football player Marcus Herford, who began the spring trying out for the starting quarterback job, worked out with the wide receivers for the entire practice Wednesday, fitting right in with the likes of first-teamer Mark Simmons.
Plans to close parts of downtown during a national bike race this spring have some merchants concerned.
Rising oil prices are driving gasoline prices to their highest levels on record.
Students at South Junior High held a science fair Wednesday to show off their creations, which needed to perform a specific task.
Van Go Mobile Arts is pursuing a $1.3 million expansion project that would quadruple the space available for its after-school arts programs. Increasing space at the East Lawrence facility could allow the group to double the number of youths it serves from 100 to 200 a year.
City commissioners likely will be told by Lawrence’s Task Force on Homeless Services that reopening the inpatient mental health unit at Lawrence Memorial Hospital is the most pressing need to address the community’s homeless issue.
Runelvys Hernandez was eager to prove his recovery from elbow surgery was complete, and the pitcher made his case after leading the Kansas City Royals over the Detroit Tigers, 7-2.
Candidate Mike Amyx ended election night in first place in his run for Lawrence City Commission.
Today's races for Lawrence City Commission, plus two bond issues for local schools and a statewide ballot question to ban same-sex marriage in Kansas could draw out 40 percent of Douglas County voters, says the county's chief election official.
A fire has left a rural Douglas County family homeless
Douglas County voters passed both school bond measures by large margins on Tuesday night.
After 96 minutes, Lawrence High junior Megan Johnson did what Mother Nature unsuccessfully attempted to do — end the city girls soccer showdown.
The vote totals seesawed back and forth all night for the third Lawrence City Council position, but incumbent David Schauner was ahead when the unofficial totals were in.
The constitutional amendment that limits the benefits of marriage in the state of Kansas passed by a wide margin, but the group that formed to fight the issue says it will continue to raise awareness.
Incumbent Sue Hack was re-elected to the Lawrence City Commission on Tuesday night.
The Firebirds ruled the pool as they competed with LHS and Shawnee Mission Northwest.
Serena Settlemier led the Jayhawks in a perfect game against UMKC on Tuesday.
It took two schools and seventeen years, but finally former KU head basketball coach Roy Williams has his national title.
Kansas has been winning against Big 12 teams this season. The problem is, they're also regularly losing.
Keep your umbrella handy as you head out to vote today. "It looks like a chance for some spring thunderstorms this afternoon," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. Lawrence is under a slight risk of severe weather this afternoon through 7 a.m. Wednesday, Schack said.
Current state laws require workers staffing elections work the entire period, which means 13-hour shifts for the poll workers. Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew said he'd like that changed.
The team's pitchers surrendered 17 earned runs. The Jayhawks hope they've gotten their problems worked out before the next game.
Cyndnee Coleman gives the record highs and lows for April 4.
Roy Williams is a polarizing figure in Lawrence. Several fans say they were cheering either for their former coach or their current coaches' former team.
Alex Galindo has decided that he will try to transfer closer to his home, and to take a red-shirt year.
With school bond issues and the same-sex amendment on the ballot, as well as three city council seats up for grabs, County Clerk Jamie Shew believes this election will bring out the voters in force. Voters should be aware that the names on the ballots have been presented out of order to encourage people to read before casting their votes.
The Kansas UAV Consortium has created many unmanned aerial vehicles for military use. Now they want to move into civilian markets.
Pull out your shorts and sandals -- another summer-like day is in store for Lawrence, with temperatures soaring into the 80s. "There's great weather in the forecast," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "If you enjoyed Sunday, with a high of 82, you'll enjoy today."
After the loss of coach Skakel, the team hasn't noticed much change under new coach Scott Stidham.
Jacki Himpel gives new parents a chance to learn how to educate their children.
Lima started for the Royals, but Dmitri Young hit three home runs to seal the deal.
Sam Rabiola and Bev Hyde have won the 2005 Teachers of the Year awards for the Lawrence school district.
Nelson Krueger was a flight crew member during the pope's first trip to the United States in 1979.Nelson Krueger was a flight crew member during the pope's first trip to the United States in 1979. During the six days the pope rode on his plane, Krueger's life was changed. He experienced first-hand the pope's generosity and kindness.
The Kansas University's softball team was unable to end its six game losing streak to Texas A&M on Sunday. The Aggies defeated the Jayhawks, 7-1.
The Kaw Valley Soccer Association dedicated a soccer field Saturday in memory of Steve Zinn, an association volunteer who was killed last year in a traffic accident on his way to help out at a tournament.
Jayhawk Wayne Simien did not receive the Naismith Award. However, the senior forward won the Senior CLASS Award.
Retired TWA pilot Nelson Krueger was a member of the flight crew Shepherd One, the plane Pope John Paul II used on his first tour of the United States.
Thousands of people gathered at the St. Lawrence Catholic Center on Sunday to remember Pope John Paul II and his effect on the Catholic Church. Pope John Paul II died Saturday from health complications.
Gay families like Diane Silver's will continue to have few legal protections if a state constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage is approved. On Tuesday, Kansans will vote on the amendment.
Five Lawrence grocery stores participated in a food drive Saturday to help area food pantries.
Future Jayhawk Micah Downs has taken his share of shots this year both on and off the court. Downs made headlines on Christmas Eve when a Seattle newspaper reported that he would enter the NBA draft. And earlier this week at the McDonald's All-American game, Downs complained that he didn't play enough.
Lawrence residents Aaron Landis and Lynette Stand are finalists in the Great American Country's Ultimate Country Wedding competition.
About 50 people joined a rally outside City Hall on Sunday to try to put an end to negative campaigning in the Lawrence City Commission election set for Tuesday.
Friends and family of Lisa Bland, who was struck and killed five years by a drunk driver, held a benefit lunch in her honor at the St. John's Church. The lunch benefits the Lisa Bland scholarship program, which honors students who does outstanding community service.
Lawrence Sesquicentennial Commission is more than halfway to its fundraising goal after receiving a $25,000 donation from the Capital Federal Foundation. The Commission has already raised more than $175,000 of its $300,000 goal.
Lawrence City Commission candidates on if they support mandatory periodic code enforcement inspections for all rental units.
School board forum members talk about the need for additional technical support staff if the technology bond is passed.
School board forum members talk about what the actions of the state legislature will have on the school bond issue.
School board forum members talk about how students at South Junior High and Broken Arrow Elementary will be affected by the possible reconstruction of their schools.
Lawrence City Commission candidates on if the city commission should do something about the expansion of Lawrence and the decay of older areas.
School board forum members talk about the replacement of computers.
School board forum members talk about ongoing building maintenance.
School board forum members talk about how components of the technology bill will allow parents better access to their children.
Lawrence City Commission candidates on what Homeless Task Force strategies they support.
School board forum members talk about the objections to the bond issue.
School board forum members talk about why the site, near 31st and Louisiana streets, is the best place for a new South Junior High.
Lawrence City Commission candidates on what sidewalk seating will do to the atmosphere and safety of downtown.
School board forum members talk about the lifetime of this bond issue.
School board forum members talk about the possibility of using the existing South Junior High.
School board forum members talk about how much money taxpayers will have to pay if the bond issue is passed.
Lawrence City Commission candidates on what the city commission should do about Lawrence Memorial Hospital not having a mental health unit.
School board forum members talk about the needs at Southwest Junior High.
School board forum members talk about the school bond issuing showing up again on ballots if the issue is not passed this time.
School board forum members talk about what will get started first if the school bond issue is passed.
School board forum members talk about what will happen if the school bond issue is not passed.
Lawrence City Commission candidates make their final comments.
School board forum members talk about adding gymnasiums to schools that already have a gymnasium.
School board forum members talk about the issue of Vo-tech at Free State High.
School board forum members talk about when things will get done if the school bond issue is passed.
School board forum members talk about any impacts that projects will have in regards to accommodating more students.
Lawrence City Commission candidates on if the city has done an adequate job of providing parks and open land.
School board forum members talk about how the new South Junior High will affect enrollment.
School board forum members talk about the problems with portables and why the school board would like to eliminate them.
Introduction to the school bond issue of the April 5 general election. Also, Superintendent Randy Weseman gives an overview of the school bond issue.
School board forum members on if they are surprised that they are not seeing a huge opposition over the school bond issue.