Low-tech edition
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
Former Kansas University basketball player J.R. Giddens pleaded no contest to one count of battery Monday for his role in the Moon Bar incident in May.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
Teenagers across the country are using over-the-counter cold medicine to get high and the result could cost them their lives. Last week, a seventh-grade student at South Junior High School overdosed on cold medicine.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
A postgame celebration on Saturday turns dangerous after hundreds of students rush the field carrying off the goalpost. A Kansas University employee was hurt when the goalpost knocked him on the head as it was coming down.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
President Bush announced Monday that Samuel Alito is his new nomination to replace Supreme Court justice Sandra Day O'Connor. Kansas University’s law school dean Steve McAllister says Alito is an ‘in your eye choice.’
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
A judge issued a gag order in the case of the man charged with setting a deadly fire at the Boardwalk Apartments.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
This year’s Kansas defense is considered one of the best in Kansas University history. On Saturday, for the third straight year in a row, the Jayhawk defense stifled the Tigers’ offense while holding the Big 12’s leading rusher Brad Smith to just 38 yards.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
Lawrence High will host Blue Valley Northwest on Friday in the first round of the state tournament. LHS head coach Dirk Wedd says his team has to play hard this week.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
Big 12 officials announced Monday that Kansas University junior Holly Gault and senior Caroline Smith were named to the All-Big 12 team.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
A trial was scheduled to begin Monday for three people charged with plotting a failed mob-style hit on a drug informant in north Lawrence. Andre Ivory, Pamela Tyler, and Mark McGee are being tried in federal court in Kansas City, Kan.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
Kansas University student senators gathered Monday at the Memorial Stadium parking lot before going door-to-door to ask for canned goods.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
About 290 students at Pinckney Elementary School visited Lawrence Memorial Hospital on Monday to receive candy and to hang out with staff and patients. LMH’s John Drees says the annual event is also a treat for the hospital.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
Hundreds of witches, ghosts and cowboys were roaming downtown Lawrence on Monday in search of the best treats in town.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
President Bush, stung by the rejection of his first choice, nominated veteran judge Samuel Alito today in a bid to reshape the Supreme Court and mollify his conservative allies. Ready-to-rumble Democrats warned that Alito may be an extremist who would curb abortion rights.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
A storm front was creeping eerily into the area this morning, its growls of thunder putting a cool, wet and gloomy cast on Halloween morning.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
Thousands of Jayhawk fans tailgated Saturday while others watched as the Kansas University homecoming parade made its way down Jayhawk Blvd. For some fans, the homecoming weekend was about reuniting with old friends while others just enjoyed watching a good old fashion Border Showdown.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
Both the offense and the defense got the job done for the Jayhawks in their 13-3 win over Missouri on Saturday. The Kansas defense held Missouri out of the end zone while forcing two crucial turnovers. On the ground, Clark Green and Jon Cornish both got touchdowns for the Jayhawk offense.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
With the high cost of gas and fuel, many drivers have been pinched for cash. But instead of burning a hole in your bank account for a new Hybrid car, try putting your gas-guzzler on a diet.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
The Lawrence High’s girl’s cross country team placed fifth at the state meet Saturday at Rim Rock Farm while the Free State High girl’s team finished seventh. The Lawrence High’s boy’s cross country team placed fourth while the Free State High’s boy’s team finished seventh.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
The city of Lawrence has designated Monday night “Halloween Beggars Night.” The mayor’s office encourages trick-or-treaters to make their house calls from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Children should also be extra careful when they hit the streets Monday night.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
Starting now until November 24, Scotch will be collecting coats for their “Share the Warmth” program. This is the 19th year that the business has been collecting coats.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
The undefeated Hurricanes are the Toy Bowl champions after they beat the Cougars, 25-18, Sunday at Youth Sports Inc. fields.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
Former Kansas City Chiefs coach Marty Schottenheimer and the Chargers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs, 28-20, Sunday in San Diego. The Chiefs are 4-3 in the season.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
Those who were able to sleep in today thanks to the extra hour afforded from the Daylight Savings Time switch could enjoy some good sleeping weather this morning.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
Higher fuel prices might havesome people thinking about trading in their gas-guzzling sport utility vehicles or pickup trucks.
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005
Rob Wendland, owner of Wendland Performance Services, talks about how mufflers can save gas.
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005
Rob Wendland, owner of Wendland Performance Services, talks about how drivers can get the most mileage.
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005
Rob Wendland, owner of Wendland Performance Services, talks about Cold Air Intake Kits, which can help drivers save gas.
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005
Rob Wendland, owner of Wendland Performance Services, talks about Superchips.
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005
Rob Wendland, owner of Wendland Performance Services, talks about Bully Dog chips.
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005
For the third-straight year, Kansas University defeated Missouri, 13-3, Saturday at Memorial Stadium. This win also gives KU their first Big 12 victory of the season.
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005
The day may have started off cool but it will not stay that way. According to 6News Weather, temperatures are expected to warm up to 71 degrees.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
A South Junior High School student overdoses after taking too much cold medication. The student was transported Friday to Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
U.S. Sen. Joe Biden, D-Del., spoke to a packed house Friday as part of the Dole Institute’s “Contenders” series at Kansas University. Biden has indicated that he may seek the 2008 Democratic presidential nomination.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
Some Lawrencians are raising concerns about the city’s current tree removal process.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
Kyle Billings, the owner of Fun and Games, says many people are choosing to dress up as characters from the 80s for Halloween this year.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
The Firebirds rallied back in the third quarter to beat the Junior Blues, 32-15, Friday at Haskell Stadium.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
Many Kansas University football fans are gearing up for Saturday’s showdown against Missouri. Despite KU’s four conference losses and MU’s three Big 12 wins in a row, optimistic KU fans say Saturday’s homecoming game is not about records. It’s about the rivalry.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
The Jayhawks beat the Tigers, 3-2, Friday in double overtime at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
Lawrence High took out Topeka High, 57-3, Friday at Hummer Park. The Lions are 3-0 in district play and 8-1 in the regular season.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
When the Border Showdown resumes Saturday, Kansas and Missouri will have different points of view. For Missouri, the win would give the Tigers a chance to move to 4-1 in the Big 12 while the Jayhawks are still looking for their first conference win. The game is set to begin at 12 p.m. at Memorial Stadium.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
Unlike myself, Dave Spritz is at his best when working in front of a green screen.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
The Douglas County Sheriff's office is today investigating an overnight accident where a Baldwin man was injured in a one-vehicle wreck near Vinland.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2005
With Halloween weekend moving in, some low-lying areas around the city were getting off to a spooky start at sunrise this morning, shrouded by patches of thick fog. "By 9 o'clock we burn off that fog," said Tim Reith, 6News meteorologist. "We're going to see a lot of sunny skies today. . . . There's a beautiful Friday in store for us."
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
The 8-0 Eudora Cardinals lost their first game of the season, 35-20, Thursday against the Baldwin Bulldogs. Eudora will head to Louisburg on Tuesday for the first round of the state playoffs.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Basehor-Linwood shut out Piper, 12-0, Thursday in its season finale. Both teams did not make the state playoffs.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Tonganoxie defeated Perry-Lecompton, 24-21, in overtime Thursday to win the district championship. The Chieftains will host a playoff game on Tuesday.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Chris Brooks used to run a makeshift haunted house from his mother’s garage when he was 12 years old. But his hobby of scaring people eventually turned into a business.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
James Owen, a Kansas University graduate, was part of a group that helped to build a hospital in Guatemala. But after Hurricane Stan destroyed the hospital, Owen is now trying to garner financial support for the forgotten disaster.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Lawrence city commissioners are considering what they can do to make Lawrence a more walkable community. A planning consultant from Portland, Ore. encouraged city leaders Thursday to create neighborhoods with access to shopping centers and community facilities.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
The city of Tonganoxie said goodbye Thursday to Spc. Lucas Frantz, a Tonganoxie soldier who died in Iraq. Emotions ran high as more than 100 people gathered at the VFW Park in Tonganoxie for the public memorial.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma hit hundreds of miles from Kansas but the aftermath of the storms is affecting Lawrence. Efforts to rebuild the Gulf Coast states are causing construction costs to rise nationwide, which could put a damper on the Lawrence school district’s current construction project.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Skyrocketing fuel prices prompted state lawmakers Thursday to form a special committee to come up with a long-term state energy policy. The House-Senate committee will meet for five days before the 2006 legislative session, which starts in January.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Hunter and Nantz, a Kansas City law firm, is running ads in local newspapers seeking victims of the fire at the Boardwalk Apartments. The firm is investigating potential legal claims against the owners of the Boardwalk Apartments.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Students rocked South Park on Thursday to kick off the start of Kansas University’s homecoming festivities. This year’s theme is “Hawks on Haunted Hill: Legends of the Fall.”
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Eudora High senior Kelsey Epperson is this month's High School Scholar Athlete.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
"I have open, festering sores," said Brandon Bellinger. "It sucks. But you go into these challenges and you just forget it."
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
The chairwoman and director of the United Way of Douglas County discuss the need for more donations and concerns about where funds are being used.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Lawrence police have arrested an Independence, Mo., man accused of attacking a transient with a machete as the victim was sleeping late Wednesday night in downtown Lawrence.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
If you see camouflaged troops taking over Kansas University’s west campus in the dark early next week, don’t worry — it’s not an invasion.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005
Frosty conditions greeted Lawrence residents again this morning. "You probably have to scrape that windshield again. And grab a coat," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. But the high will climb to 61.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
This morning, city and state leaders met at the intersection of Kansas Highway 10 and Franklin Road. The location is where the city wants to redesign the East Hills Business Park entrance and add a new traffic light.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
People in communities across the nation gathered today to ask Congress to stop funding the war in Iraq.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
Across the state of Kansas, more and more tributes to victims of fatal car crashes seem to be popping up along city streets as well as county roads and highways. But are the roadside memorials a danger to motorists, or important reminders to drive safely?
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
Halloween isn't for a few more days, but don't be surprised if you see some costumed KU students raking your neighbors' leaves before or after the 31st.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
Two national groups have refused to give the state Board of Education permission to use their copyrighted material in new Kansas science standards.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
It's been quite the fall for Eudora High sports. The football team is undefeated, the volleyball squad is headed to state -- and there's a chance the girls cross country team is home to the best runner in Class 4A.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
The KU soccer team will get a chance to knock the Tigers off before the football team this week when they host Mizzou on Friday at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
On the field, Jason Swanson will be the starting QB this Saturday. Off the field, however, the Jayhawk signal caller is a music man.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
Lawrence police said they were continuing to gather details today about a Tuesday night car chase that began in East Lawrence, ended in rural Douglas County and resulted in two people being arrested.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005
If you parked outdoors overnight, you probably have a little job to do before you drive off this morning, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "You will have to scrape that windshield," Schack said. "There's widespread frost in eastern Kansas."
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
Lawrence Police will sonn begin to change the way they handle cases of marijuana possession. Tonight, city commissioners moved forward with a plan that could reduce the number of arrests police make for catching people with pot.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
It's that time of year again, when college students start to wear down after a couple of months of late-night fun and studying.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
The latest battle in the debate between evolution and intelligent design will take place at a local museum when KU's Explore Evolution exhibit opens next week.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
By winning four of its past five conference games, the Kansas soccer team has catapulted itself right back into the thick of things in the Big 12.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
It's been a long time between home games for the Kansas Jayhawks.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
The Missouri Tigers are feeling awfully good about themselves, and why shouldn't they?
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
Despite going 0-4 on the road so far this year and going 42 days between games at Memorial Stadium, the Kansas defensive unit remained one of the strongest in the nation -- especially against the run.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
A judge today approved a Lawrence woman’s request for a protection-from-stalking order against Free State High School teacher and boys’ basketball coach Jack L. Schreiner.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
After an 11-4-1 regular season, the Free State High soccer team had earned the right to host round one of the regional tournament today at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
Johnson County District Attorney Paul Morrison announced today that he will switch parties and seek the Democratic nomination for Kansas attorney general next year.Johnson County Dist. Atty. Paul Morrison shook up Kansas politics today, announcing that he was joining the Democratic Party and will challenge state Atty. Gen. Phill Kline, a Republican, next year.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
A judge has ordered a Lawrence landlord to pay more than $110,000 for refusing to rent to an interracial couple.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
Lawrence had the coldest temperature in Kansas this morning, with the low dropping to below 30 -- creating frosty conditions for the first time this fall. Temperatures will climb into the upper 50s by this afternoon.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
Some KU students over-indulged today in a Thanksgiving favorite, a little early.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005
The United Way of Douglas County reaped the benefits of a showdown between 6News and local radio station KLZR-FM.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
For the second consecutive season, the Eudora High volleyball team is state bound at 38-4. The Cardinals will head to Salina with the most wins in Class 4A. And team members say their ability to battle back from deficits is one reason for their success.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
Last year, Stephen Vinson played five games for the Jayhawks averaging three minutes of court time. But despite the lack of game experience, the man coaches refer to as ‘the hardest working player on the team’ may have a much-improved role this season.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
The KU soccer team improved to 5-3-1 after taking out Texas, 2-1, Sunday. The KU win eliminates Texas from conference title contention. However, there could be a chance that five teams could tie for first place.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
Kansas head coach Mark Mangino confirmed Monday in his Big 12 coaches conference that Jason Swanson will be the starting quarterback against Missouri on Saturday. The senior earned the spot by completing 26 of 50 passes for 291 yards and a touchdown during Saturday’s game against Colorado.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
Downtown Eudora could receive a facelift soon. Eudora city council members passed a vote Monday approving the 2005-2009 Downtown Street Project to beautify downtown.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
Teachers in the Lawrence school district have an eight percent increase in pay raise headed their way. The salary agreement was reached last month but Monday’s school board vote sealed the deal.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
Lawrence police are investigating a theft at the Bottleneck. Police say someone stole more than $1,800 in cash and tickets to 17 upcoming concerts.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
Safety improvements could soon be on the way for one of Lawrence’s most accidental prone roadways, which could directly affect businesses. City commissioners will decide Tuesday whether to eliminate a dozen curb cuts along 23rd St.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
With winter just around the corner, many homeowners and renters are looking for ways to trim their energy bills this winter. One way to cut down on energy costs could include spending small amounts for winterizing equipment.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
A left behind child prompts a local school to reevaluate its policy on counting students. A Langston Hughes Elementary student was left behind after a Friday trip to Schaake’s Pumpkin Patch.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
It will be nearly four months before residents learn any more details about the deadly Boardwalk Apartments fire. Twenty-year-old Jason Rose, the Lawrence man accused of setting the fire, appeared in district court Monday where a judge scheduled a hearing for him on Feb. 22.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
Lawrence was under a freeze warning through 9 a.m. today, as temperatures were expected to dip to 32 degrees or below, said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
The Lawrence Ladies Auxiliary spent the weekend painting classrooms and hallways at Stepping Stones as part of “Let’s Make a Difference Day.” Auxiliary community service chair Brenda Heafey says the group wanted to give back to the community.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Twelve local students were able to live out a dream of learning to fly a plane this weekend as part of an alternative school program. The students were rewarded for achieving their goals.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
More than 100 people got a chance to see what a real Bison ranch was like in Overbook on Sunday. Don and Terri Gibbs grilled up Bison burgers at their Lonestar Lake Bison Ranch for the first ever Buffalo Fest.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Dorothy Devlin, a breast cancer survivor, is working to make sure that other local cancer patients get the help and support they need.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
The Jayhawks beat the Longhorns, 2-1, Sunday at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex. Senior Kimberly Karfonta scored the game-winning goal.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Although Kansas’ offense finally scored a touchdown for the Jayhawks, the defense and special teams collapsed in the 44-13 loss to Colorado on Saturday.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Haskell Indian Nations University defeated Southwestern Assemblies of God U., 36-0, Saturday at Haskell Stadium.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Last season, the Eudora volleyball team broke a 13-year streak without a state tournament appearance. Now, the Cardinals can start a new streak. Eudora received two straight state bids Saturday after winning the sub-state tournament in Tonganoxie.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Twenty-five high school marching bands from Kansas and Missouri participated in the 14th annual Heart of America Marching Festival Saturday at Memorial Stadium.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Kansas University police are warning students who park their bikes on campus to lock it up as bikes are flying off racks. KU has seen a significant increase in the number of bikes stolen between August and October. In 2004, seven bikes were reported stolen. So far this year, 26 bikes have already been reported stolen.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self and former coach Larry Brown are among the investors lined up to buy Lawrence Bank.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Sunday dawned sunny and mostly clear, but the chill in the air won't be dissipating any time soon.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005
Increasing clouds this afternoon could mean a chance for some rain. There is a 40 percent chance for rain after noon today, the National Weather Service reports.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
On Tuesday, the city commission will consider creating a citywide ban on marijuana possession, which could change the way police handle marijuana possession charges in Lawrence.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
When full time teachers are sick, substitutes step in to take their place. But according to district officials, there are not enough substitute teachers in Lawrence to go around. Officials say there has been a shortage of substitute teachers on 11 of the 15 school days in October.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
About 10 students from the group “Students for Reproductive Rights” gathered on the lawn of Watson Library on Friday to protest against the nomination of Harriet Miers to the Supreme Court.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
A nonprofit group called “Love from Lawrence” has put together a benefit concert for hurricane relief. The concert will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday on the west side of South Park. Admission is free.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
The Habitat for Humanity ReStore Building Supply Thrift Store officially opened its doors Friday. Thirty businesses and 80 individuals donated new or slightly used items to the store. The goods are marked 50 percent off the retail price. All proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
Lawrence chiropractor Michael Stuart donated all of his services, which included free X-rays, adjustments and exams, Friday to any patients who made a donation to the victims of the Boardwalk Apartments fire.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
The town of Tonganoxie gathered Friday before the start of the Tonganoxie-De Soto game to honor Lucas Frantz, a soldier who died earlier this week while fighting in Iraq, by retiring his jersey.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
The Eudora Cardinals stomped the Broncos, 46-20, Friday at Laws Field. Although Eudora is still undefeated, Cardinals’ running back Luke Abel is done for the season. Abel suffered a broken collarbone before halftime.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
Free State High boys basketball coach Jack Schreiner has been suspended with pay from his teaching and coaching duties pending an investigation of allegations of inappropriate behavior.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
Lawrence High defeated Free State High, 33-28, Friday at Memorial Stadium.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
The Chieftains took out the Wildcats, 30-22, Friday in Tonganoxie.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
The Jayhawks hope to win their first conference game of the season against the Buffaloes on Saturday in Boulder, Colo. The game is set for 6 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Miami Dolphins, 30-20, Friday in Miami.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
The time of year for spooks and ghouls is just around the corner, and the Lawrence Family Theatre has a treat planned especially for the occasion.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
Attorney General Phill Kline doesn’t plan to appeal a unanimous ruling made today by the Kansas Supreme Court that the state cannot punish illegal underage sex more harshly if it involves homosexual acts.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2005
Grab a jacket and something warm to drink on your way out the door today -- temperatures in the upper 50s and mostly cloudy skies are making for a cool, brisk day.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
Kansas head basketball coach Bill Self is not likely to watch the tape of the KU-Bucknell game, where the Jayhawks lost in the first round of the NCAA tournament. Self says watching the tape doesn’t help the team very much.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
The Marcus Herford experiment at quarterback seems to be on hold. Last week against Oklahoma, the freshman started at wide receiver. However, he made only one catch for three yards against the Sooners.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
As the quarterback questions continue on the Kansas football sidelines, the same is not happening with Colorado. CU senior quarterback Joel Klatt leads a passing attack that is second in the Big 12 behind Texas Tech. On the season, Klatt has more than 1,400 yards in passing and eight touchdowns.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
Local fire investigators pinpoint the cause of two separate fires that sparked Tuesday in Lawrence. Interim Lawrence Fire Chief Mark Bradford says oily rags thrown out in a plastic bag spontaneously combusted, which sparked a fire in the 800 block of Broadview. Also, electrical problems sparked a fire in the 1200 block of Tennessee.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
The Lions finished second as a team Thursday at the Sunflower League gymnastics meet at Lawrence High School.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
Two Lawrence men have been charged with abusing a mentally challenged resident at Ponderosa House, a licensed care home for mentally challenged adults.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
The fight for bragging rights continue as Lawrence High and Free State High throw down Friday at Memorial Stadium. Both head into Friday’s match 1-0 in district play but before you head out to the game, 6Sports reporter DJ Whetter has highlights of previous showdowns.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
A judge finds that there is probable cause for a Lawrence woman to stand trial in a shooting last month at a local townhouse complex. Nicole Livingston is charged with attempted second-degree murder in the shooting of an 18-year-old woman who was having an affair with her boyfriend.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
A neighbor of the Boardwalk Apartments is left cleaning up water damage and battling insurance companies after runoff from the fire hoses used to extinguish the blaze at the apartments caused sewer lines to backup in his home. Firefighters tried to help clean up some of the sewage overflow but now Michael Clover is alone in cleaning up what’s left.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
Attorney Mark Manna was appointed to defend a Lawrence father accused of killing his 5-month-old daughter. Jay Decker, 26, who is charged with first-degree murder, made an appearance before a Douglas County District Court judge Thursday.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
The Kansas Department of Transportation picked Eudora resident C. Edward Young as Kansas’ new aviation director. Young says that in the long run, his biggest task is to make sure that Kansas is ready to participate in SATS, NASA’s small aircraft transportation system.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
For years substitute teachers in Lawrence have watched as other educators receive raises while they’ve been passed up. But with the support of at least one school board member, some substitutes hope that an increase is finally in their future.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
Lawrence recyclers will have to wait a few more weeks for the city’s largest collection site to reopen. The recycling center at Wal-Mart was scheduled to open in September but officials say that rainy weather has delayed construction of the new center.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
Sport 2 Sport, a private youth recreation center, is being sold to Mike Elwell who plans on turning the building into an indoor tennis complex.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
Grab a jacket and take along an umbrella this morning -- temperatures in the 50s, cool winds and possibly even more rain are in Lawrence's forecast. "We do have a chance for a spotty shower, especially during the midday," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "If you think it feels cool on your way out this morning, it's going to feel the same on your way home."
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005
Since the late 1970s, a local student-run radio station has been bringing Lawrence residents music that can't be found anywhere else on the FM dial. KJHK turns 30 years old this week.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
She turned in one of the most wanted fugitives in Douglas County, but officials with the sheriff's office say she does not qualify for the Crimestoppers reward money. Tonight, Lawrence resident Jessica Herpel speaks out about her cold feelings for the county's crime hotline.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
Many in Tonagoxie are in mourning tonight after getting word that a soldier from the town fighting in Iraq was killed in action. Lucas Frantz died at the hands of a sniper on Tuesday, the Army specialists' 22nd birthday. He leaves behind a wife and family members who are trying to come to terms with his sudden death.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
A KU student group will walk this weekend to raise money and awareness for children in northern Uganda.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
University staff members met Wednesday with the state fire marshal's office about safety upgrades at the 50-year-old Allen Fieldhouse.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
Several Haskell Indian Nations University students are honored for helping their neighbors escape the Boardwalk Apartment fire nearly two weeks ago.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
Local law enforcement officials want to warn drivers of a potential danger on county roadways: the number of car/deer accidents has more than doubled in Douglas County since September.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
Jaron went to UCLA, Kareem played at Missouri, but little brother Brandon decided he wanted to be a Jayhawk.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
Bonnie Henrickson recruited no McDonald's All-Americans for the women, but she did make quite a splash at the junior college level, which is where she found Shaquina Mosley.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
It's been a tough two weeks for the Kansas volleyball team, which lost both a key player and a match versus rival K-State exactly 14 days ago.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
One offensive player who can help the Jayhawk "O" turn things around is tight end Derek Fine, who has emerged as one of KU's top receivers.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
TOPEKA — In a unanimous vote, state higher education leaders today urged the Legislature to reject proposals that would trigger automatic limits on spending and taxes.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005
If you've been itching to try out a new fall umbrella, you won't have long to wait. A cold front moved in about 4:30 a.m., which will bring cloudy skies later today and wet weather tonight, said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
Early morning flames at a central Lawence home today left five Lawrence residents homeless. One of those residents escaped with nothing but his cell phone, the clothes on his back -- and a surprisingly carefree attitude.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
Friends and family gathered at the Lawrence Free Methodist Church on Tuesday for Nicole Bingham's memorial service.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
Firefighters were kept busy today in central Lawrence. Hours after a fire took out a central Lawrence apartment home, a grage in the 800 block of Broadview Drive also broke out in flames.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
Lawrence officials will begin to investigate how much it costs to let some employees take home vehicles owned by the ciy.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
City commissioners are not interested in an idea of extending Peterson Road westward through a prime area of natural parkland.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
Authorities responded to a report late Tuesday morning of a man being injured in an accident southeast of Lawrence on Douglas County Road 458 near Sibleyville.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
An East Lawrence furniture store is folding up shop after nearly two decades in business.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
If you attended Late Night, you probably noticed two things about the Kansas men. They're athletic, and they're young.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
How much playing time is too much for Charles Gordon? The top reciever for the Jayhawks is also one of the best defenseive backs on the field and the leading punt return man on special teams.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
No starter has been named, but no changes have been announced either. According to Mark Mangino, the KU quarterback depth chart looks exactly as it did one week ago.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
The Lawrence High volleyball team sat at 10-23 heading into their final home quad of the year, but tonight was Senior Night at LHS, so it was time to forget about the record and win for the elder Lions.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
Lawrence firefighters responded to a report of a garage fire this afternoon at 828 Broadview Drive.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
Take advantage of today's sunny skies and warm temperatures while they last -- cooler and wetter weather is on the way, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "Make sure you enjoy it because there's a big change on the horizon," Schack said. "This could be one of the last days we have in the mid-80s."
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005
A two-alarm fire broke out in a home converted to apartments in the 1200 block of Tennessee at 1:35 a.m., Tuesday. Interim Lawrence Fire Chief Mark Bradford says the residents who live at the house at 1216 Tennessee St. got out safely.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
Marie Decker-Hyatt, the mother of Jay D. Decker, the man accused of killing his 5-month-old daughter, says her son is not capable of harming a child.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
The Jayhawks have not scored a touchdown since Mark Simmons’ 17-yard touchdown in the third quarter against Texas Tech.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
As far as total defense, the Kansas University’s defense is the 24th best in the nation. The Jayhawks’ secondary is tied for 7th while the Jayhawks’ rushing defense is ranked 4th in the nation.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
A Lawrence father was charged Monday with first-degree murder in the death of his 5-month-old daughter. Investigators say Jay D. Decker killed his daughter by physically abusing her.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
For the first time in Big 12 history, a Kansas University basketball player has not made the all-league squad or did not receive honorable-mention status. But despite the lack of preseason accolades, the Jayhawks may be deeper than last year’s squad.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
Former Boardwalk Apartments resident Eli Greenbaum suffered multiple fractures to his heels and ankles after jumping from the third floor of the burning building on Oct. 7 while trying to escape.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
A 1976 pink Volkswagen Beetle has been donated to raise money for Stepping Out Against Breast Cancer, a dance to help pay for mammograms for uninsured women. It costs $10 to enter to win the Beetle.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
A panel discussion Monday kicked off School Bus Safety Week at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Three safety experts spoke about school bus safety and the controversy behind safety belt use.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
Some homeowners in the Oread neighborhood say they are getting fed up with the trash and litter that is piling up around the neighborhood. Residents are now asking the city to cut down the time it takes for residents to pick up their trash.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
Lawrence High golfer Sydney Wilson placed 14th at the state tournament Monday in Salina. Washburn Rural took home the team title.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
The Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department confirms that a South Junior High School student has a case of viral meningitis.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
Big 12 Conference’s basketball coaches on Monday tapped Kansas University freshman forward Julian Wright as the preseason freshman of the year.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
Jurors deliberated about three hours Monday before convicting Randy J. Johnson of attempted murder in connection with a shooting last December at the Boardwalk Apartments. He will be sentenced Dec. 1.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
Sunny skies and temperatures in 80s are on tap today for Lawrence, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
Lawrence High and Free State High were vying for the conference title in the Sunflower cross country meet Saturday. Although neither of the two schools took home the title, both schools did well. In the girl’s race, Lawrence High placed third while Free State placed sixth. In the boy’s race, Lawrence High placed second while Free State placed third.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
Some local businesses say Kansas University's decision to move the KU-Oklahoma football game to Kansas City, Mo., directly affected their sales this weekend.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
More than 30,000 people flocked to Baldwin this weekend for the annual Maple Leaf Festival. The festival featured a 5k Run, music and lots of turkey legs.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
It’s been more than a week since the deadly fire at the Boardwalk Apartments and victims of the fire are still coming to grips with what happened.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
Local churches are banning together to try to stamp out world hunger. A unique banquet, which mirrored the world food situation, was held Sunday for those who wanted to learn more about the global problem.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
A 5-month-old girl was found dead in an east Lawrence apartment Friday, and her father, who is suspected of abusing her, was arrested in her death.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
For the second week in a row, the Kansas offense continued to struggle. Although the defense played hard throughout the game, they were not able to stop Oklahoma’s touchdown run in the fourth quarter, which sealed the deal for the Sooners. The Sooners defeated the Jayhawks, 19-3, Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
The Kansas City Chiefs took out the Washington Redskins, 28-21, Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
A slight East wind will keep temperatures lower than yesterday but still balmy for October as today's high could reach 78 this afternoon.
Saturday, Oct. 15, 2005
Kansas University’s offensive struggles continue to plague the Jayhawks after they suffer a 19-3 loss Saturday against Oklahoma at Arrowhead Stadium. Although quarterback Brian Luke played the entire game, he completed only 11 of 30 passes for 86 yards and three interceptions.
Saturday, Oct. 15, 2005
A Lawrence man has been arrested on murder charges in connection with the death of his infant daughter.
Saturday, Oct. 15, 2005
Today looks to be a sunny and warm day for those who plan to tailgate at Arrowhead Stadium for the Kansas-Oklahoma game.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
More than 150 friends and family members attended a ceremony Friday to remember Yolanda Riddle, a social worker who died in the Boardwalk Apartment fire.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
When fans take their seats this season at Allen Fieldhouse, they will notice quite a few changes. The bleachers have been repainted. A brand new scoreboard has been installed and officials even installed a new sound system.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
The Jayhawks will face the Sooners on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. Both teams are coming off losses to rivals. Overall, Kansas is 3-2 while Oklahoma is 2-3. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
The Crimson squad beat the Blue squad, 48-30, in a scrimmage Friday at Late Night in the Phog.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
Splash, a Portuguese water puppy, will be one of more than 800 dogs that will participate Saturday in the Jayhawk Kennel Club’s annual dog show.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
More than 15,000 Kansas University basketball fans packed Allen Fieldhouse on Friday for Late Night in the Phog. Although the performance from the Marching Cobras got most fans off their seats, fans were more excited about the Jayhawks hopeful season.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
Suspects in two of Lawrence’s high profile murder cases are both former children of the state’s foster care system. And the arrests have many wondering if there are flaws in the system that needs to be fixed.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
The Eudora Cardinals are still undefeated as they defeated Santa Fe Trail, 36-6, Friday in Carbondale. The Cardinals are 7-0 and 1-0 in district play.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
Lawrence High took out Washburn Rural, 21-13, Friday in district play at Haskell Stadium.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
Free State High beat Topeka High, 29-6, in district play Friday at the Hummer Sports Complex.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
The Chieftains defeated the Braves, 28-12, Friday in Tonganoxie.
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
Cameron Crowe, the Oscar-winning filmmaker responsible for "Jerry Maguire" and "Almost Famous," again attempts a mix of bittersweet romance and quirky comedy in "Elizabethtown."
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
Hundreds of Kansas University basketball fans were already standing in line this afternoon for tonight’s hoops extravaganza, “Late Night in the Phog.”
Friday, Oct. 14, 2005
If you're heading out to stand in line for tonight's "Late Night in the Phog" at Kansas University's Allen Fieldhouse, the weather should cooperate -- you'll find temperatures topping out at 81 degrees.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
Kansas’ struggling offense could have a tough time Saturday against Oklahoma’s defense. In 84 games under Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops, OU foes have failed to score more than seven points, 25 times.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
Last year, the Kansas University’s men’s basketball team was picked to finish number one in the nation. This year, the Jayhawks were picked to finish third in the Big 12. But the players say they don’t care about the rankings, they just want to play basketball.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
Last year, KU women’s basketball star Crystal Kemp became the 18th Jayhawk to score 1,000 points. In addition, Kemp is just one of 11 former Jayhawks to score that many points and grab 500 rebounds. This season, Kemp hopes to add to those numbers.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
The Kansas University’s women’s basketball team is tapped as the number six team in the Big 12, which is the highest preseason ranking for KU since being picked 5th in 2000.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
Much of the preseason talk has been about Kansas University’s four freshmen: Mario, Micah, Julian and Brandon. But the success of the freshmen this season may depend on the leadership of the older Jayhawks.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
For the first time in Kansas University history, the KU football team is preparing to play a game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. Although the Jayhawks won’t be playing at home, they hope their fans will make the trip to Kansas City.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
A campaign to solicit private donations to pay for part of Lawrence Memorial Hospital’s $35 million expansion is off to a good start. LMH leaders said Thursday that $3.2 million have already been pledged.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
A non-profit educational research firm says Kansas’ proposed science standards are confusing and poorly written in places, especially in areas about evolution.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
Testimony continues in the trial of Randy Johnson, the man accused of opening fire on a group of people outside the Boardwalk Apartments in 2004. A victim testified Thursday in day three of the trial.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
Local churches are banning together to offer support to victims of the Boardwalk Apartment building fire. Starting Friday, Christian groups will collect small furniture and appliances in the LEO Center parking lot.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
Leaders from across Kansas broke ground at the former Sunflower Army Ammunition site Thursday. The redevelopment project could eventually give a boost to the northeast Kansas economy.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
An elderly couple is searching for answers after Lawrence Police officers mistakenly broke down their front door. Bernice and Bernard Kennedy were asleep when Lawrence Police officers forced their way into their home about 3 a.m. The officers were responding to a 911 suicide call and entered the wrong home.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
McGovern discusses working with city officers, the Boardwalk fire, and Highway 59.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
A hotline has been set up to help people displaced by Boardwalk Apartments fire.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005
If you're headed out to an area pumpkin patch in the next few days, take your sunglasses -- mostly clear skies and warm weather have settled in. "There's a lot of sunshine and a lot of 70s all throughout our weekend," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "It's a splendid extended forecast."
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
Sandy Meyer says she like to take kids under her wing. Her neighbor at the Boardwalk Apartments, Jason Rose, was close to becoming part of her family. Now that Rose is formally charged with three counts of felony murder and one count of aggravated arson, she says she can't believe the kid who helped her move in and would do anything for her could be responsible for three deaths.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
The Douglas County District Attorney’s office today filed murder and arson charges against Jason Allen Rose, the 20-year-old man accused of starting Friday’s deadly fire at Boardwalk Apartments.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
Now that Jason Rose is formally charged, residents at the Boardwalk Apartments are trying to figure out who their former neighbor really is and what would allegedly drive him to burn his own apartment building down.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
After almost a week of sifting through the remains of the leveled apartment building, investigators have determined a cause and origen of the fire and released the scene to the management of the Boardwalk Apartment Complex. Acting Fire Chief Mark Bradford said resdients of the building were being allowed to go back through the rubble, with the assistance of firefighters, to look for any personal effects.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
Lawrence teachers will receive an 8.1 percent pay raise, on average, under a tentative agreement reached this afternoon between Lawrence’s school board and the local teachers’ union.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
Rep. Dennis Moore spoke with senior citizens this afternoon in a packed forum at Lawrence Memorial Hospital to discuss new prescription drug benefits.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
More than 20 women from countries all around the world stopped in Lawrence this afternoon. The women, from countries such as Angola, Colombia and Vietnam, are participants in the International Visitors Leadership Program.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
The KU offense is going to be a little shaken up this week. Marcus Hereford hasn't played much at wide receiver this season, and neither has Charles Gordon, but that just may change.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
The Eudora High volleyball team took care of business last night in their final home quad of the season, beating Baldwin, Louisburg and Paola in straight sets. With the Cards' record at 32-4, the expectations are high for the upcoming post-season.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
Tonight's Kansas Powerball could be the fifth largest prize in Powerball history, and Lawrence clerks say they are seeing more ticket buyers pooling money together.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
When Kansas and Oklahoma meet this weekend at Arrowhead Stadium, the Sooners will be facing the Jayhawks with a losing record for the first time since 1996.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
The KU women's basketball team held its annual media day today, and round two of Bonnieball blends youth and experience. Six newcomers, five of them freshmen, make up a top 25 recruiting class for the Jayhawks, while four starters also return from last year's squad.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005
Temperatures will climb into the 70s today, with increasing clouds moving in this afternoon, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "We'll be in and out of some sun today," Schack said.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
Lawrence Police said this morning they had made an arrest in Friday morning's deadly fire at Boardwalk Apartments in the 500 block of Fireside Drive. Jason Allen Rose, 20, was booked into the Douglas County Jail at 2:29 a.m. Tuesday. He was booked on suspicion of three counts of first-degree murder and one count of aggravated arson. Officials gave no other information about the arrest or investigation.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
A 67-year-old Tonganoxie man was killed Tuesday afternoon in an apparent accidental fire in his home shop.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
Co-workers and a former teacher at Lawrence High School describe the 20-year-old man arrested on suspicion of arson in the Boardwalk Apartment fire as quiet and reserved.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
Family and friends can begin mourning the loss of two Lawrence residents after officials confirm the identities of two bodies, but the family of Jose Gonzalez still waits, as officials have yet to positively identify the body.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
State Board of Education members are holding their monthly meeting at USD 497 headquarters today and tomorrow as part of a program to visit school districts across the state.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
Lawrence city commissioners agreed tonight to consider a plan to quiet down a neighborhood in North Lawrence. The proposal would create a quiet zone to keep passing trains from sounding their horns.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
Lawrence leads the race for a national competition that could bring 10,000 people to town in 2007. The National Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships are expected to be awarded to Rim Rock Farm.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
The Jayhawks will be well-rested and have had plenty of extra practice when they take on the No. 7 Missouri Tigers in Columbia on Saturday, even if they will be down one key player.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
The quarterback position for the Kansas football team has been a revolving door so far this year. Both Brian Luke and Adam Barmann have received starts while quarterback-turned-wide receiver-turned-quarterback-again Marcus Hereford has seen playing time as well.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
Douglas County now has a new treasurer. Paula Gilchrist was sworn in this morning as the Douglas County treasurer.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
Lawrence Police said this morning they had made an arrest in Friday morning's deadly fire at Boardwalk Apartments in the 500 block of Fireside Drive.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005
A band of showers was slowly creeping across central Kansas this morning, bringing a slight chance for some showers later today in the Lawrence area.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
A Kansas University student, an SRS employee and an electrician are the three people that friends and family fear died in a blaze that destroyed the Boardwalk Apartments.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
Although the Jayhawks won the statistics battle against the Wildcats on Saturday, Kansas State won the game 12-3. The Kansas defense only allowed the Wildcats to total 182 yards of offense while the K-State rushing attack was held at 35 yards.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
The Kansas Board of Education is in Lawrence this week for their regular monthly meeting. Board members spent most of Monday touring Kansas University. On Tuesday, the board will tour Hillcrest Elementary and meet with local educators.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
The Lawrence High and Free State High tennis teams were in action Monday as they looked to qualify for the state tournament. Although no Lions qualified for state, two Firebird doubles teams will represent their school in Topeka.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
An electrical problem with a fluorescent light sparked the fire at a downtown business Sunday, which damaged two businesses. Mark Bradford, interim chief of Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical, said the building suffered $30,000 in damages.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
Fire officials say the Boardwalk Apartment building had no fire code violations but the code that it was designed to meet are more than 50 years old.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
As the state gears up for another flu season, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment is also preparing for the possibility of a flu pandemic, which is a worldwide outbreak of an unknown flu strain. KDHE released its pandemic plan on Monday.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
Veritas Christian is the only local prep school to still be undefeated. After a 32-20 win over Springfield on Saturday, the team sits undefeated at 5-0. Veritas' Mark Randtke says good coaching is one reason the Eagles are off to a hot start.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
As Eudora grows so does its City Hall. Eudora city council members passed a motion Monday approving a charter order allowing bonds to be used to purchase three additional buildings and to renovate the City Hall basement.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
The Kansas offense fell flat on its face in a 12-3 loss to Kansas State on Saturday. The Jayhawks recorded only eight first downs, completed just seven passes and averaged less than 4.3 yards per play.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
The former Moon Bar is up for sale. Although the building is best known as the site of a stabbing, it’s being marketed as anything but a bar.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
Three bodies have been recovered from the ruins of an apartment building that burned early Friday in northwestern Lawrence.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
Local and state fire officials continue digging through the rubble at the Boardwalk Apartments today, and more information is coming out about the three people unaccounted for and feared dead.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
Columbus might have heeded the proverb, "Red sky in the morning, sailor take warning" if he was to gaze at Lawrence's eastern horizon this morning. As the sun was coming up on today's federal holiday of Columbus Day, wispy clouds to the east were making for a brilliant reddish skyline -- possibly signalling some rainy weather. "We end up with just a few high clouds pushing in today," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "By tomorrow evening, I think there's a chance for some scattered showers."
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
Sixty-six percent of Kansans say evolution should be taught in public schools, according to a Lawrence Journal-World and 6News poll. A random sample of 800 people from across the state took part in the telephone survey.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
Two businesses in downtown Lawrence suffered significant damage Sunday after a fire breaks out. The investigation is still under way. No cause or damage estimate has been determined.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
The quarterback shuffle continues to haunt the Jayhawks as they fall, 12-3, Saturday against the Wildcats in Manhattan. The KU defense did its part by holding Kansas State to 182 total yards. Senior Kevin Kane said the game was bittersweet.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
The Kansas soccer team took out Oklahoma, 3-0, Sunday at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex. Senior Jessica Smith said the Jayhawks controlled the entire game.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
The Kansas volleyball team fell to Nebraska on Saturday night in four games (16-30, 30-26, 22-30, 15-30) at the Horejsi Center.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
Officials announced Sunday that they found one body as well as remains beneath the rubble at the now leveled Boardwalk Apartments. Officials are not saying what kind of remains they are but the remains were sent to the Shawnee County medical examiner’s office.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
The Kansas State Board of Education will soon vote on a new set of science standards that would introduce language critical of evolution. A statewide survey polled Kansas residents on the topics of evolution and intelligent design. Take the survey yourself.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
A fire at a building in downtown Lawrence on Sunday afternoon has damaged at least one business.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
Fire investigators today recovered a body in the ruins of an apartment building that burned early Friday morning.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
The day is starting out quite chilly but should contain lots of pleasant fall sunshine going into the end of the weekend.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2005
Two thirds of Kansans say evolution should be taught in public schools and that there is no contradiction in believing in God and the scientific theory of the origins of life, according to a Lawrence Journal-World and 6News poll.
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005
The Governor's Cup is returned to Kansas State after the Wildcats defeated the Jayhawks, 12-3, Saturday in Manhattan. Although KU's defense held K-State to 182 total yards, the offense just never could get things going.
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005
Residents who live at the Boardwalk Apartments that burned down Friday morning in the 500 block of Fireside Drive should contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical department.
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005
Lawrence is under a frost advisory until 9 a.m. today. But it won't stay cold all day.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
Three people are still missing after an early morning blaze burns a west Lawrence apartment building to the ground. The fire at Boardwalk Apartments broke out about 1:20 a.m. Friday, which left 18 people injured and more than 100 homeless.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
The early morning fire caught many sleeping residents off guard forcing many to make a harrowing escape from the burning building. One resident ran door-to-door trying to alert other residents about the fire.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
The Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority has set up a Web site to help fire victims find housing. The Web site, www.ldcha.org, has a listing of 34 rental units that have immediate availability.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
Friday morning’s fire serves as a reminder of the importance of having renters insurance. The coverage of renters insurance is based on how much belongings are worth.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
Local Red Cross officials estimate that more than 125 people were displaced after the fire. Those displaced were directed to the American Legion Friday morning where the Red Cross set up temporary shelter. Local Red Cross director Jane Blocher says the Douglas County Disaster Mental Health team has been talking with families in the shelter to help them cope with their loss.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
Sunset Hill Elementary School celebrates its 50th birthday this year. Parents, students and staff gathered Friday to celebrate the anniversary by unveiling a new sign in front of the school.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
Judge Michael Malone ruled Friday that statements made by a man charged with four counts of attempted murder could be used at his trial. An attorney for Randy Johnson argued that the statement should be suppressed because Johnson did not understand his right to remain silent.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
About 50 friends and family members welcomed home 16 Lawrence-based army reservists Friday afternoon at the US Army Reserve Center. The troops served with a unit of about 60 reservists in Kuwait.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
The Governor’s Cup will be back up for grabs Saturday as Kansas takes on Kansas State in Manhattan. KU holds a 62-35 advantage over K-State. However, the Wildcats have dominated the series since 1991, winning 11 times and losing only one game.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
The Kansas University soccer team took out Oklahoma State, 4-1, Friday at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex. The Jayhawks will face Oklahoma on Sunday.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
Missing an extra point cost Free State High the game Friday against Olathe Northwest. The Ravens beat the Firebirds, 36-35.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
The Eudora Cardinals remained undefeated Friday after beating the De Soto Wildcats, 39-24, Friday at Laws Field. The Cardinals are 6-0 in the season.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
The Chieftains took out the Bobcats, 24-3, Friday at Basehor-Linwood. Tonganoxie is 5-1 in the season.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
At least 15 people and perhaps as many as 25 were seen at Lawrence Memorial Hospital as a result of the early morning fire at Boardwalk Apartments in the 500 block of Fireside Drive.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
If you're headed out to a high school football game this evening, dress warmly. Temperatures will start falling into the 40s overnight, with the low bottoming out at 33 degrees by early Saturday morning.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2005
A massive fire “totally destroyed” a 76-unit Lawrence apartment building early Friday morning, injuring 17 people — including two who were taken by helicopter to Kansas City hospitals.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
Salmon Rushdie, a controversial novelist who spent nearly a decade in hiding, spoke Thursday night at the Lied Center about war and religion while poking fun at intelligent design.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
In an effort to promote exercise and better health, local health officials want October to be known as Walktober. To get residents to start walking, Lawrence leaders will tour downtown at 6:30 p.m., each Thursday night in October.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
The Basehor-Linwood Bobcats may be a young and inexperienced team but the Bobcats say they have a shot at beating the Tonganoxie Chieftains on Friday. Basehor-Linwood head football coach Steve Hopkins says his team expects to win.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
The Lions swept a triangular Thursday at Lawrence High School.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
The Firebirds only won one of its three matches Thursday in a quadrangular at Free State High. Free State High, Shawnee Mission East, Pembroke Hill and Olathe Northwest participated in the quad.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
More paved roads are on the way for Wakarusa Township. The township will begin collecting property tax in December, which would be used to pave some of the roads.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
Lawrence public schools have seen many technology improvements since voters approved a $9 million technology bond issue in April. Some of the improvements include more projectors and laptop and desktop computers.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
The Lawrence High football team lost its first game of the season, 14-0, Thursday against undefeated Olathe South. The Lions are now 5-1 in the season.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
Kansas head football coach Mark Mangino announced Thursday in his weekly radio show that junior Adam Barmann will be the starting quarterback in the Kansas State game on Saturday in Manhattan.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
The proposed turnpike interchange would bring extra traffic and business to Eudora. But the city’s road and bridges might not withstand the heavy traffic.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
The Success By 6 Coalition of Douglas County and the Child Development Association received more than $850,000 in federal grant money to aid the city’s various early childhood education programs.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
Last year for the first time since 1992, the Jayhawks claimed the Governor’s Cup against Kansas State. And the Jayhawks hope to keep the cup when they face off against the Wildcats on Saturday in Manhattan.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
The Jayhawks' consecutive loss to Kansas State on Wednesday may have been tough but the loss of teammate Jana Correa was tougher. During game one, Correa tore her ACL.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway announced Thursday the 18 members of a committee that will begin searching for the next provost and executive vice chancellor for KU’s Lawrence campus.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
Nancy Longhurst, a former Eldridge manager, is now serving as a representative of ownership at the Eldridge Hotel. Longhurt’s job comes after Randy English left last month.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005
Temperatures took a nose dive overnight in Lawrence, bottoming out in the low 40s. But this morning's wind chill made it seem more like the upper 30s. "It's a chilly start, make sure you have a jacket on the way out," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. ."It's quite a change, once that cold front moved in (Wednesday). And it looks like it will last through the weekend."
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2005
Gone are the days of segregation and the civil rights movement, but at least one KU student group says racism exists on Mount Oread. Racial graffiti found on KU's campus is sparking discussion and action, and members of the Black Student Union say now is the right time to break the silence.
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2005
Students around the world and right here at home passed on a ride to school this morning and hit the pavement instead.
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2005
Lawrence and Douglas County officials want to be included on the discussion of a new I-70 interchange in Leavenworth County between Eudora and Tonganoxie.
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2005
Workers at an East Lawrence warehouse are complaining about corn dust. The AB Coker warehouse sits just north of the South Lawrence Co-op, where 40,000 bushels of corn have been processed in recent days.
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2005
Something had to give going into the KU-K-State volleyball match: the Jayhawks hadn't won anything in their last 14 outings, but in their last 14 matches at home they were undefeated.
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2005
Getting the job done down the road at K-State this weekend may depend on whether the offense can find its rhythm for the Jayhawks.
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2005
Grab an umbrella on the way out -- showers and thunderstorms are expected to arrive early this afternoon in Lawrence, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
About 120 Kansas University sorority members must park their cars at Memorial Stadium and walk to their homes on West Campus Road.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
President Bush is planning for a deadly bird flu epidemic.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
The Dole Institute wants to invite men and women rumored to be in the running for the 2008 presidential race to participate in its annual lecture series.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
The U.S. must train good intlligence agents to be safe in the coming decades: this was the message from a senior intelligence officer speaking at the Dole Institute tonight.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
The K-State Wildcats are coming off a loss to Oklahoma in Norman last week when they face the Jayhawks on Saturday.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
Saturday's showdown between the two Sunflower State schools marks matchup number 103 all time. Historically, the 'Hawks have dominated the series, winning 62 of those contests. However, Mark Mangino's bunch hasn't beaten K-State two times in a row since the 1989-90 seasons.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
For the first time since 1993, the Kansas football team enters K-State week with the Governor's Cup in hand. The 2004 game, however, was in Lawrence. This year, the scene will shift to Manhattan, where Bill Snyder's team has dominated the series.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
Unlike the football team, the volleyball team won't have to wait for the weekend to meet their intrastate rivals. The Jayhawks will host the Wildcats on Wednesday for the first of their two matches this season.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
Students at Langston Hughes School have raised $4,132 for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
A “boil water” advisory was issued today by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment for some residents in Jefferson and Leavenworth counties living near Stranger Creek.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
A divided State Board of Education today selected conservative activist Bob Corkins to become education commissioner, the top position in the Kansas public school system.
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
TOPEKA — Westar Energy officials said proposals to decrease its rates would force the state’s largest electric provider to “struggle for mere survival.”
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005
If you love warm, summery weather, you can get outside and soak it up today. "I don't think we're going to make it into the 90s today, but definitely heading back into the 80s," says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "It's kind of sticky out there."
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
President Bush announced Monday that Harriet Miers is his nomination to replace Supreme Court justice Sandra Day O'Connor. And students and professors at Kansas University’s law school sound off on his nomination.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
Haskell quarterback Kaleb Harris was leading the Central States League in total offense. However, Harris’ season could be ended prematurely after a left knee injury forced the sophomore to miss the rest of the game against Southern Nazarene.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
Flood waters in Lawrence are receding. At noon Monday, the Kansas River was about 14 ½ feet, which was a drop of two feet from Monday morning. Officials from Douglas County Emergency Management say water over 23 feet can cause major flooding.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
Union Pacific Railroad workers were working Monday to fix railroad lines. Officials say that two train cars were derailed Sunday after flood waters near Grantville washed out soil near a bridge.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
As flood waters receded Monday throughout northeast Kansas, homeowners hit hardest by the flooding are beginning the cleanup process. The foot of rain that dropped Saturday night and early Sunday morning forced some people to evacuate their homes.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
Lawrence High’s Mallory West won the all-around crown at the Lawrence All-Around Invitational on Monday night at LHS.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
Rivals.com on Monday named KU's recruiting class of Brandon Rush, Julian Wright, Mario Chalmers and Micah Downs the best in the country. Rivals ranked Oklahoma State's class as the second best in the nation.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
Bruce Passman is the newly appointed deputy superintendent of Lawrence public schools. Passman received a $11,000 raise.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
In a unanimous decision Monday, the Traffic Safety Commission recommended an ordinance that would prohibit people from using their cell phones while driving. But that doesn’t mean drivers have to hang up just yet.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
Wayne Kruse, the former president of the Lawrence teachers union, received his sentenced Monday after pleading guilty to felony theft and forgery in connection with missing union dues. Kruse was convicted of embezzling about $100,000 in union dues.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
Local businessman Tom Van Holt returns from the Gulf Coast after taking supplies to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. He traveled to the area to help victims from Hurricane Katrina but as it turned out, he ended up helping Hurricane Rita victims as well.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
During the Big 12 coaches teleconference Monday, Kansas head coach Mark Mangino says no decision has made on whether freshman Kerry Meier will play in Saturday’s game against Kansas State.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
The general manager of the Royals announced Monday that pitching coach Guy Hansen and bench coach Bob Schaefer will not be offered major league contracts for the 2006 season.
Monday, Oct. 3, 2005
Warm temperatures, high humidity and the chance of light showers are on tap today, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "The chance for a light shower would start about noon and last through the afternoon. We're talking about very light rain, or heavy sprinkles, " Schack said. "Breezy south winds will allow temperatures to soar back into the 80s."
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
The Jayhawks suffered their first loss of the season Saturday after falling 30-17 against the Red Raiders in Lubbock, Texas. KU was in the hole early with a 20-0 deficit.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
The Lawrence Humane Society is overflowing Sunday as animals are evacuated from Topeka due to heavy rains. The Topeka shelter is located in a low-lying area and could be subject to rising waters.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
The Kids Committed to Kids Organization raised about $2,500 at their garage sale and silent auction Saturday at the Raintree Montessori parking lot. The money will be donated to the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts and the Big Brothers Big Sisters program.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
Dozens of antique cars poured into the Douglas County Fairgrounds on Sunday for the 33rd annual Lawrence Antique Auto Club Show. Although only 137 cars showed up for the event, which is less than normal, organizers say the event was a success.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
Hundreds of bicyclists hit the streets of Lawrence on Sunday as part of the 36th annual Octoginta. Riders could choose between two courses: the 40-mile course or the 80-mile course.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
Although the Haskell football team fought through injuries and poor weather Saturday, the Fightin’ Indians were not able to beat Southern Nazarene. The loss drops Haskell to 2-3 on the season.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
The Lawrence High volleyball team hosted the Joan L. Wells Invitational on Saturday and went 0-5 on the day. Park Hill South won the tournament.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
Torrential rain has caused flooding in four counties in northeast Kansas. In Grantville, no one was seriously injured but many had to evacuate and they do not know when they can return to their homes.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
A flood warning has been issued Sunday night for the Kansas River in Lawrence. Minor flooding is occurring and is expected to continue.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
After trailing 16-0, the Philadelphia Eagles came back to beat the Chiefs, 37-31, Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
The Kansas wine industry is growing. In the last year, the number of wineries in the state has grown from seven to 13 and licenses have been approved for two more.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
Schools are closed today in the Perry-Lecompton and McLouth districts so that officials in those areas may assess road damage.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
A storm dumped up to a foot of rain over parts of northeast Kansas on Sunday, sparking flash flooding that left people stranded in homes and cars, emergency officials said.
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