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Leadership Lawrence is looking to make a miniature version of itself. Recent graduates have developed a new program called the P.I.E.C.E. Project. Organizers are hoping to get more young people involved.
Just turn on some water, and let mother nature do the rest. With temperatures so low in the area, several area residents are taking advantage of the freezing weather by ice skating.
Gifted students from across the state headed to Topeka today, to say that the 'No Child Left Behind Act' keeps them from excelling in school.
Under a new plan outlined by Gov. Sebelius, tolls on the Kansas Turnpike would increase to pay for repairs on state university campuses.
It appears alcohol may have been a factor in an accident Tuesday morning which claimed the life of a KU student.
Several forums are planned between now and the City Commission election night in April.
A week-long workshop began tonight at City Hall to establish ways to build more traditional neighborhoods throughout Lawrence.
Marlene Merrill is one of eight candidates in the running for a position on the Lawrence school board.
A judge questions the state's evidence against a woman charged with obstruction of justice regarding the Anthony Vital murder investigation.
The famous 'Oscar Meyer Weiner-Mobile' made it's way to Lawrence, today. The vehicle is 1 of 6 which travel across the country.
In a tightly-fought battle, the Jayhawks were unable to come away with a win against Texas Tech, losing by a mere point, 66-65.
If history proves to repeat itself, then Texas A & M would have no chance to beat KU this Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.
After a big tournament win in Topeka, the Lawrence High Lady Lions basketball team is looking poised for a good post-season run.
Audrey Ferguson, 49, is charged with obstruction in relation to the murder of Anthony Vital. She appeared at a preliminary hearing Wednesday to answer charges that she tried to prevent her roommate from being interviewed about her knowledge of "a felony investigation."
Supporters of making English the official language of Kansas said Wednesday the change will encourage immigrants to assimilate. But opponents of House Bill 2140 said the measure was discriminatory, divisive and could hinder efforts by local governments to provide necessary information.
Two churches have cancelled Wednesday evening activities due to snow: First United Methodist Church and First Southern Baptist Church. Small World International School said it was closing Thursday. E-mail your cancellation to editor@ljworld.com.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, alcohol may have been a factor in recent fatal accident, and students and faculty at Southwest Junior High prepare for a big move.
The report, released today by the sheriff’s office, also shows that the driver, 22-year-old Kyle Almeida, was going too fast for the conditions on the gravel stretch of East 1600 Road.
The proposal calls for spending $575 million over the next seven years. Of that amount, $300 million would come from a surcharge on turnpike tolls of up to 5 percent per year for seven years.
The bill would impose a statewide smoking ban but allow county commissioners to opt out of the prohibition. If they do, voters would then have the ability to overturn that decision.
A KU student is dead following an early morning accident southeast of Lawrence. It's an accident that stunned the university community and left those living near the site of the crash upset about road conditions.
A Lawrence man pleads guilty in federal court to his role in operating a drug trafficking ring near a local elementary school.
People with "Warm Hearts" help those in need to keep the heat on this winter.
Lawrence area residents will soon have a chance to share their opinions on a proposed major recreation complex.
This week, the city of Lawrence celebrates the retirement of its longest-serving department director.
A Lawrence manufacturing plant that makes cargo nets is busy adding jobs as it sews up more work for the US military.
Lawrence utilities department receives a rare certification for its efficiency and environmental practices.
A proposed statewide ban on smoking at most indoor workplaces is smoldering in a senate committee.
Love is in the air for some members of the Lawrence Boys and Girls Club.
A week plus of down time comes to an end tonight for the Free State boys basketball team as the Firebirds return to Sunflower League play with a contest against Olathe South.
Well ESPN calls it "Big Monday" and for Kansas it certainly was because it's not often you look at the scoreboard and see 43-8.
Two days and counting until the Kansas baseball teams says aloha to white sand, crystal blue water, diamond head and the Hawaii Hilo Vulcans.
At the 4A level the Tonganoxie girls try to improve to 14-0 against Immaculata.
The Chieftain boys also hosted Immaculata at home Tuesday night.
6News meteorologist Jennifer Schack gives the local forecast.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, a 23-year-old KU student was killed in a traffic accident on O'Connell Road in the early morning, and the latest on efforts to bring a new youth recreation complex to Lawrence.
Death penalty opponents Tuesday introduced legislation that would do away with capital punishment in Kansas after a former death row inmate talked about how he was almost killed by a broken judicial system.
Eighteen sites in 14 states are vying for the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility. The two Kansas sites are Leavenworth and Manhattan.
The Judiciary Committee was set to vote on the measure Tuesday, but a new amendment to the bill raised several questions, so Chairman John Vratil, R-Leawood, postponed action.
One man was killed and a second man was injured in a rollover accident early this morning on a county road east of Lawrence.
With yet another loaded weapon found near a downtown bar, the city appears poised to take action. City officials are looking to seek help from the state to battle these gun issues.
The Lawrence Associated of Neighborhoods celebrates it's 20th Anniversary tonight and welcomes 3 new members to the group.
Lawrence residents, prepare to plan! A team of 16 consultants will converge in Lawrence Wednesday, for a week-long meeting to design what the city's neighborhoods could potentially look like in the future.
Officials at Haskell Indian Nations University are coming closer to finding a new president. It is down to 2 potential candidates.
Mike Wildgen, former Lawrence City Manager, now has his hands in the commercial real estate market.
A highway interchange near Tonganoxie will become reality as Kansas Turnpike officials give funding approval late last week.
The program encourages Kansas adults to experience reading together. The program kicked off featuring a book by Kansas native Gordon Parks.
A bit of weather history, brought to you by a local youth.
While food may be fueling our economy, it is leaving some to wonder if it's the best option for dealing with future energy needs.
Here in Lawrence, first graders at Sunflower Elementary joined in on the celebration of Kansas' 146th year of being a state.
'Dynasty Sports Management' has formed an exploratory committee to research bringing a professional USBL basketball team to Lawrence.
In a game which saw the Nebraska Cornhuskers go without a single point for over 13 minutes of game-play, KU earned another victory in the Big 12.
After suffering through a 4-win season last year, the Bobcats enter February atop the Kaw Valley Conference standings.
Senior place kicker Abby Vestal tried out for the Kansas Koyotes, an indoor football team part of the American Professional Football League.
In tonight's 6News or tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, consultants to bring ideas about new look for neighborhoods, Kansas celebrates 146 years of statehood, and a look at the career of the longest-serving city employee.
The Lawrence Journal-World reported the audit’s findings on Friday. It showed that Kansas had the highest overpayment rate of any state in the nation from 2003 through 2005.
Flora’s bill comes as state officials are considering a project by Sunflower Electric Power Corp. to build three 700-megawatt coal-fired plants in western Kansas.
When you think of Kansas sports, many names come to mind - especially one man who gave 60 years to KU. Max Falkenstien may be retired, but he is still receiving accolades for his work as the voice of the Jayhawks.
Several local artists grabbed their hiking boots to check out their latest studio space.
Alan Mulally, who grew up in Lawrence and graduated from LHS and KU, stopped by the Kansas City assembly plant to oversee the introduction of the company's latest models.
Carey Maynard-Moody has lived in Lawrence for 25 years and is a longtime volunteer with the Sierra Club and now she is seeking a seat on the Lawrence City Commission.
During a stop today at Fort Riley, Iraq's military leader says his country's forces will have enough equipment to allow for the withdrawal of most U.S. troops by 2008.
Pint-sized 'Bill Cosby's' and 'HIllary Clinton's' lined the walls at Pinckney Elementary, converting the school's library into a temporary wax museum.
Against undefeated Piper High last week, Hogan Prep's Marcus Denmon dropped 37points! Tonight, Mr. Denmon brought his talents onto the court against LHS.
Tomorrow, Kansas plays Nebraska for the second time this season. The first go around didn't go so well as the Huskers beat the Jayhawks, 63-54.
Last season, the KU baseball team came out of nowhere to take the Big 12 tournament title en rout to it's first NCAA tournament appearance in 12 years.
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius on Friday announced her 43 appointments to the panel, which also will include legislative appointments and one official from the Kansas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Welcome to Art a la Carte. I'm Journal-World arts editor Mindie Paget.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, Max Falkenstien named Kansan of the Year and a not-so-typical Saturday night for Lawrence's police officers.
The fire was announced all clear at 2:12 p.m. It appears no one was injured in the fire, and no other structures were involved.
“Whether you like it or not, nuclear energy has to be part of our discussions,” said state Rep. Annie Kuether of Topeka, the ranking Democrat on the House Energy and Utilities Committee.
State Sen. Donald Betts, D-Wichita, filed a resolution that would put Kansas lawmakers on record of being opposed to Bush’s call for 21,500 more troops in Iraq.
Soldiers from around the world, some from countries on the front lines of war, said Friday they supported U.S. efforts in the war on terror.
President Bush visited Lee's Summit, Missouri, today and introduced his new health care proposal. Among the ideas to privatize health insurance, the President wants to improve technology in hospitals to drive down costs.
Lawrence drivers finally get some relief from slick, icy roads, but now they face another obstacle to navigate: the many potholes around town!
Michael Limburg, a 38-year old forklift operator at 'Amarr Garage Doors,' is one of the several people vying for a seat on the Lawrence City Commission.
The downtown restaurant 'Local Burger' has put its own spin on the hit documentary 'Super-size Me.'
Eleven-year-old Heather Cistola sold home-made caramels to help cover the costs of a trip to Washington D.C. She met and even exceeded her goal, which prompted her to start to give back to the community!
Several area students are being shown the many different aspects of agriculture. Among other things, students are learning all about the cattle industry.
Comics are filled with funny pictures, people, and stories - but for one local elementary student, they are serving a much more serious purpose.
There was a 'Super Bowl' in Eudora today, but it wasn't about football. The city's middle school hosted the 'Super Bowl Spelling Bee.'
The University's two basketball teams continue to move in very different directions. Bill Self's squad is back atop the Big 12 standings, while the women find themselves in the conference cellar.
LHS is taking on Wyandotte in round one of the Topeka Capital Classic, tonight. But can the Lady Lions walk away with a victory?
The Lady Firebirds faced off against Gardner-Edgerton on day one of the Firebird Winter Classic tonight.
Lauren Kimball earned the honor for the month of January with solid play on the hardwood for the Free State Lady Firebirds.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, recent weather makes for pothole season and reaction to President Bush's health care initiatives.
The president will be in Kansas City until about 1:30. He is to visit St. Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit, Mo., and hold a round table discussion on health care.
U.S. Sen. Sam Brownback, R-Kan., who is running for president, said on Thursday that he opposes both President Bush’s increase of troops in Iraq, and a Senate committee resolution critical of Bush’s plan.
If you're feeling blue, you are not alone. A British psychologist says he's mathematically determined the last week of January is particularly depressing - and today is right in the middle.
The Senate Judiciary Committee started rewriting the non-smoking measure, calling for fewer public places to be affected by the ban.
In hopes of preventing a sexually transmitted disease that causes cancer, one Wichita lawmaker is calling all young girls living in Kansas to receive a vaccination.
Jake Davis is a singer-songwriter who has lived in Lawrence since 1996. He is hoping to represent the younger adults in Lawrence and get a few things changed for the better.
Members of Lawrence' Affordable Housing Task Force propose raising the mortgage registration tax in hopes of creating more affordable housing.
City Commissioners gave city manager David Corliss glowing reviews as part of his annual performance review.
Typically, music is added to a film to create suspense or convey moods, but in this case, it was the other way around!
Artists gathered at the local comic shop 'Astrokitty' to show off their mini- comics to fans at 'Mini-Comic-Palooza 2007.'
This Texas road game went much better than the last. Brandon Rush and Julian Wright led the way to a KU trouncing of BU, 82-56.
A Jayhawk fan wants nothing much more than to beat K-State every now and again, but the Jayhawks women's team couldn't outlast the 'Cats, 55-59.
In a year in which more students are on the wrestling team than ever before, a new wrestling room couldn't have come at a better time for Tonganoxie High.
New City Manager David Corliss received glowing reviews from city commissioners today as part of his annual performance review.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, a bill aimed at banning smoking in public places statewide is undergoing changes, and costs to bond out of custody in Douglas County.
City Commissioner Boog Highberger said this morning that he will actively begin to lobby the legislature to increase the state’s mortgage registration tax.
The races are now set, and there will be a primary election next month in Lawrence as well as in two southern Leavenworth County towns.
Two final candidates join the race today for Lawrence City Commission.
There was no rush for the counter at the Douglas County Courthouse today, but one school board veteran did wait until almost the last minute to file.
Today brought a turnaround for the Eudora city council race as the number of candidates triples.
Tonight in Tonganoxie the April ballot is now set for the city council and mayor's races.
A couple of primaries to report in a few other area towns: Basehor-Linwood and Piper.
As more Kansans take advantage of the state's new conceal carry law, local leaders are working to promote gun safety in the home.
Leaders for downtown Lawrence say the biggest issue on Massachusetts Street is getting more feet on the ground.
Pushing a project through the planning process could soon get easier.
KU officially opens its new $57 million dollar research building in Kansas City, Kan.
A KU leader is one of two finalists to become president of the University of Alabama in Huntsville.
It was a first tonight for President Bush as he gives his sixth state of the Union address as it was his first before a democratically controlled congress.
One of the main points in President Bush's state of the union address tonight will better fuel economy and local farmers may see some off-road benefits.
Forget football, basketball, baseball or soccer. There's only one form of the city showdown where the Lions and Firebirds get to settle their differences one on one.
It was also rivalry night in Tonganoxie as the undefeated Chieftains put their 11-0 record on the line, hosting the Basehor-Linewood Bobcats.
Tonganoxie versus Basehor-Linewood and both teams came in with winning records, different from last year's match-up that featured a battle of two winless squads in the last week of the season.
Over at Haskell Indian Nations University, the women's basketball team sits at 9-10 on the season. However, the tide might be turning over in east Lawrence thanks to a new transfer player for the Fightin' Indians.
When the Kansas men's basketball team takes the floor at the Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas, don't expect any standing ovations.
The KU women will be in Manhattan Wednesday night for sunflower showdown No. 1 of the season.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, property owners and business leaders have direct line to City Hall, filing deadling for local elections, and prospects for Kansas hosting a presidential primary.
House leaders said the measure represented an important step early in the 2007 legislative session.
Meeting held today at the Lawrence Arts Center.
Bail bondsman files for city commission.
State would have bigger role in picking presidential candidates.
At their meeting tonight, Lawrence School Board members discussed the district's alcohol policy implemented 1 year ago - a controversial decision which required every student to take a breathe-alcohol test before entering any school dance.
With a seventh person entering their name for the Lawrence City Commission, a Primary election will need to be held.
With the filing deadline less than 12 hours away, there are still several questions surrounding the potential candidates for the Eudora City Council.
Though he has been leaning back and forth for weeks, Leonard Ortiz announced today he will not seek re-election to the Lawrence School Board.
One week after the nation observed the official Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, KU students pay tribute to the slain civil rights leader.
Elected officials across Douglas County face news that this year property values will not increase as much as they have in the past.
Thousands of dollars in tools, furniture, and appliances were stolen from construction sites across Lawrence.
On February 5th of last year, a man was shot and killed in front of the Lawrence bar and music venue 'The Granada' and now the man charged with the killing will again wait to formally go to trial.
In a move very unusual for 'freshman' legislator, Nancy Boyda is pushing for legislation that would remove pensions for any congressman convicted of a crime while in office.
A bit of weather history brought to you by a local youth.
Bill Self had called for a plan to use full court pressure after every made free throw attempt. The problem? KU only hit 2-4 freebies against TTU.
In a game against the S.M. East Lancers, the FSHS Firebirds were handed their 3rd straight loss, 39-49.
The Lawrence High School girls basketball team managed to hold off the Lincoln Prep Blue Tigers, 57-42.
The intense football rivalry between KU and Missouri will be played on a larger stage for the next two years. The match-up wil be played at Arrowhead stadium in Kansas City.
With the KU-MU football game being moved to Arrowhead stadium for the next 2 years, several local merchants expect to feel a dip in sales.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, property values will not increase as much as in the past, tomorrow is the deadline to run for city commission or the school board, and the Border Showdown moves out-of-town.
Valuation growing at half its usual rate.
Sunflower Electric has stated that the plants would be much cleaner than existing coal-burning facilities.
A pastor of a Lawrence church who thinks the city needs to do more to implement previously approved growth plans has become the seventh candidate to file for the city commission race.
A formal announcement is scheduled for 2 p.m.
While the city has tried to deal with the town's adult homeless population, another hidden side of the problem exists at Lawrence schools. According to date collected by the Lawrence School District, 79 students are reported as homeless.
Two of the five seats on the city council will be up for grabs this April, but the filing deadline is Tuesday, and so far, just 4 people have filed.
Senator Sam Brownback announced yesterday he will run for the Presidency in 2008.
Lawrence High and Free State High school musicians performed Saturday at the Plymouth Congregational Church to raise money for 'Music Works.'
The 11th Annual 'Eagles Day' celebrates the return of the Bald Eagle to the Lawrence area.
The Democrats said they would do it...and they did. The house passed legislation to cut interest rates on federal loans last week.
After riding a 10-game winning streak into Lubbock, Texas, the Kansas Jayhawks were unable to pull out a victory against Bobby Knight's squad.
Not much can be said about KU's 48-75 loss to Iowa State...a game which saw the 'Hawks shoot only 27% overall from the field.
In a rough weekend for KU fans, the tennis team managed to win only 1 out of 3 matches.
Not all news was bad this weekend for KU fans. The Track and Field team took 16 events yesterday including a first place finish in the pole vault.
Last night, the Tonganoxie girls basketball team kept their perfect season alive by beating Lansing in the final of the Tonganoxie invite, 50-37.
The two-term senator said he will fight to renew America's cultural values and pledged to focus on rebuilding families.
Senator Sam Brownback is expected to make an official announcement tomorrow in the state's capital to throw his hat into the ring. While some are skeptical of Brownback's chances, one expert says he may have a chance to pull out the Republican nomination.
Momentum builds to require bar and night club owners to get a special permit to operate in Lawrence.
Rojelio Barron was convicted of attempted 1st Degree Murder after reaching a plea agreement with prosecutors, but now he is arguing for an appeal.
Joan Golden says the Chamber is forming new task forces to tackle topics covering a number of issues to strengthen the Lawrence Community.
The Chamber Citizen of the Year Award is given to a local leader who has shown a lifetime commitment to the community.
Fire trucks block off a lane of traffic downtown Lawrence as crews clean up a water leak at 10th and Mass. St.
Several Kansas students are using their reading, writing, and arithmetic to participate in the regional 'Future City Competition.'
One local elementary student had a dream of getting her own work published on the pages of the children's magazine 'Highlights' and after 3 years of trying, she has finally cracked the pages.
In a match-up at the McPherson Invitational, the FSHS Firebirds lost to the SM East Lancers, 50-63.
At the Topeka Invitational, the Lawrence High Lions were topped by the Highland Park Scots. 52-70.
The Tonganoxie Lady Chieftains just keep rolling, this time over the Silver Lake Lady Eagles to the tune of 50-20.
The Eudora Lady Cardinals couldn't get the job done against the Lansing Lady Lions, losing 26-38.
In a battle of local teams, the Eudora Cardinals managed a crucial win over host team Tonganoxie during their Invitational event, 68-57.
While trying to obtain an 11-0 record, the Piper Pirates were blown away by the Hogan Prep Rams, 57-83.
Last year, the KU men's squad rode a 10-game conference winning streak into Lubbock, Texas, to battle Bobby Knight's Texas Tech squad, but ending up falling short by a single point.
The Journal-World wins the most SNA awards.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, new chairmwoman for Lawrence Chamber of Commerce calls on members to get to work on business issues, Sen. Sam Brownback expected to announce his candidacy, and making downtown safer.
She believes her daughter's death could have been prevented - now Kathy Mitchell has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against 'Lawrence Memorial Hospital' and 'The Bert Nash Mental Health Center.'
The proposed bill would require school districts to provide fitness tests for students in grades 4, 7, 9, and 12 to crack down on childhood obesity.
Teachers and staff members at Prairie Park Elementary kicked off their anit-bullying program today - with a special skit about bullies from fairy-tales.
The trial has been postponed in a case that will decide whether 'Naughty But Nice' is an adult-themed sex shop or a run-of-the-mill retailer.
20-year old Darnell Thomas was sentenced to more than 4 years in prison for armed robbery, but a judge has granted his request to go to the Labette Correctional Conservation Camp as a step short of going to prison.
'Boone's Produce Company' in Lawrence has seen prices of oranges double since yesterday due to the loss of a billion dollars in citrus products in California.
Some of the ice from the weekend's winter storm is finally melting away, but there still may be a price to pay to get rid of the remaining ice.
It's the site of one of the most famous pre-civil war battles in the area and now state funds are on the way to help the 'Black Jack Battlefield' reach a wider audience.
Local Jr. High students put their heads together and crunched numbers today - all to gain a trophy at the first LJHS Math Contest.
This weekend, the Jayhawks will face Bobby Knight's Texas Tech squad. Though KU is riding a 10-game winning streak, the team still has plenty to prove on the road.
The Jayhawks earned a much needed win over Sacramento State Hornets in a game that saw KU's bench come up huge, outscoring the Hornets bench 45-0.
In a match-up against the Topeka Seaman Vikings during the Topeka Invitational Tournament, the Lions pulled in the victory, 70-62.
Tomorrow night's game between FSHS and Olathe South will be a battle between 2 teams ranked in the top 5 of class 6-A.
Lawrence High School hosted a 5-team Swim Meet this afternoon. Among several other highlights, LHS managed to notch first place as a team!
The Lawrence Schools foundation received a check for more than $5,000 from Sunflower Broadband - the company which owns 6News.
To spend more time with his family and to merely take some time off from politics, MIke Rundle has decided to step down from the Lawrence City Commission.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, Black Jack Battlefield receives state funds for tourism, an effort to stop bullying at one local elementary school, and state lawmakers want to fight childhood obesity.
Kansas has launched an aggressive bid for a $451 million national defense lab, and needs to do a better job of drawing federal research dollars.
A woman was taken to Lawrence Memorial Hospital this morning following a one-car rollover accident near Vinland.
The leads have run dry, but parents of a missing Lawrence woman are still pleading for her return.
Icy temperatures and uncleared sidewalks continue to force residents to navigate slick paths, and while the lingering gold makes things difficult, there is still a method to melting.
Complaints from neighbors and people who use the Riverfront Park Levee prompt the city to break up a homeless campsite in the area.
Lawrence city commissioners will pull plans for a new library off the shelf next month.
State lawmakers considering a bill that would ban smoking in most public places got an earful today from Lawrence bar owners who oppose the idea.
The list of candidates for the Lawrence school board increased to seven yesterday when former school board member Mary Loveland threw her hat in the ring.
A downtown restaurant is getting enough attention to make their competitors green with envy.
They work all year to raise money for local charities and tonight they celebrate their hard work.
A new transit service that links KU's Lawrence campus with colleges in Kansas City is now up and running.
The T is on a roll. Data from 2006 released today shows another year of significant rider-ship increases for the Lawrence public transit system.
Two struggling universities meet in the Phog this evening. Bonnie Henrickson's Kansas Jayhawks enter their final non-conference contest on a seven game losing streak.
Eighteen games in and it's been a season of no doubters for the Kansas men. In fact, 13 of the Jayhawks 16 victories have come by 10 points or more and by an average of 25 points a game.
The Piper Pirate boys improved to 10-0 on the season with a 1st round win at the Spring Hill Invitational yesterday.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, city commissioners will weigh new library cost against other needs, family of missing Lawrence woman still searching for answers, and a wrap-up of a busy day at the statehouse.
Senate debate replays discussion here.
Commissioners say they may not pay the $30 million cost.
Leavenworth County is a leading contender.
Fire claims the life of a longtime Lawrence resident as 94-year-old Alice Frye died last night after an accidental fire in her kitchen on Sunday.
The Lawrence fire and medical investigation into the deadly fire completed today shows us what happened inside Frye's home.
A heat lamp ignites a fire in a Douglas county barn killing several animals.
Lawrence city commissioners order up special permission for a gourmet chef to run a restaurant from his east Lawrence home.
Since the governor's state of the state address last week local pre-k educators have been buzzing about Sebelius' emphasis on early childhood education.
Sixteen years were not enough for Mary Loveland as the longtime Lawrence school board member is running for a fifth 4-year term.
For at least the third time in the last four months vandals strike vehicles in east Lawrence, breaking out windows.
Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew pushes to make advance voting more convenient for residents.
In 2003, Gov. Kathleen Sebelius vetoed a bill that would have required Kansans to show ID when voting.
As the city recovers from the weekend storm, Lawrence sidewalks remain slippery.
The main attractions took the floor tonight at the 48th Tonganoxie Basketball Invitational. Starting on the ladies side, Tongie put its undefeated record on the line.
The main attractions took the floor tonight at the 48th Tonganoxie Basketball Invitational. The boys started the season 6-0, but tonight the Chieftains were out to end a two game skid against Jeff West.
It didn't take point guard Sherron Collins long to introduce himself to the border showdown.
Things haven't been going so well for that other team that calls Allen Fieldhouse home.
Rural firefighters have problems with icy roads
Discussion planned tonight at City Hall.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, a fire that broke out on Sunday claimed the life of a longtime Lawrence resident.
Says law change would have helped in Baldwin City.
New proposal would offer property tax relief.
Latest in a series of moves by the company
Mary Loveland served four terms, ending in 2003.
A longtime Lawrence resident died late Monday night after being injured in a house fire.
Utilities would be given chance to recover costs.
Fire, water, library and taxes on agenda.
Tonight, we celebrate how our world is drastically different today - thanks to the work of Martin Luther King Jr. Several people gathered at tonight's M.L.K. Community Celebration, remembering him as an ordinary man who did extraordinary things.
Schools across Lawrence remained empty and silent for the most part today - except for that deep scraping sound of metal against hard-packed snow.
The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce has a vision for Lawrence as a vibrant and economically healthy University city.
Robert Krause will ask city commissioners Tuesday night to allow a special use permit for his home at 917 Delaware St. to run a fine-dining restaurant.
L.M.H. ranks # 14 in the country among community hospitals that provide heart attack, heart failure, and pneumonia care.
A stove fire caused one woman injuries last night, as her house house was quickly overrun by flames.
With this extreme winter weather and a shortage of hay, several area farmers are worried about what else may be in store during this winter season.
In her 'State of the State Address,' Gov. Sebelius acknowledged the danger of dependency on foreign oil and the possibility of turning to wind energy.
Lawrence schools are going to the dogs. Actually, they're going to the Dads as part of a program to get fathers more involved.
In a tight game that came right down to the wire, Sherron Collins enjoyed a career night to led KU past the Tigers, 80-77.
A little bit of weather history presented by a local youth.
At the Tonganoxie Invitational Tournament, the Eudora Cardinals boys team handled the Pleasant Ridge Rams, 62-49.
In a tight match-up, the Eudora Lady Cardinals managed to hold off the Atchison Lady Reds, 56-52.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, a one woman is critically injured in a fire Sunday night in north Lawrence, complete coverage of Lawrence's Martin Luther King Jr. celebration, and Gov. Kathleen Sebelius is looking into wind energy.
Committee chairman says measure will 'enhance integrity' of process.
After barely edging out Iowa State in overtime, one can't help but notice the Jayhawks inability to outplay unranked and unproven teams.
Though the game was tight and came down to the wire, the Jayhawks women's basketball team has suffered yet another loss, this time to Nebraska.
Several weather-related accidents have been reported across the county, though no one has been seriously injured. Also, several ways to keep warm during these cold times.
Flames could be seen from the street during a South Lawrence fire Saturday night. Eight residents had to be evacuated due to the fire.
Diane Nash will be speaking at the Lied Center at 6:30 p.m. on Monday to talk about civil rights and to remember the great Martin Luther King Jr.
It has been 5 years since President Bush signed legislation to help out our nation's education programs and now it's time to decide if it should continue on the same path, be altered, or be thrown out entirely.
Now 9-0, the Piper boys basketball team continues to roll over opponents.
After another impressive victory, the Tonganoxie Lady Chieftains remain the top team in class 4A.
'Monument to Firefighters' stands proud in front of fire station # 5. The statue was created by a South Dakota artist named Benjamin Victor.
Spending time at the Salvation Army and the Lawrence Community Shelter is all in a day's work for 4 newcomers in the fight against homelessness in Lawrence.
Winter weather closings announced
Weather continues to be cold, freezing.
Facing their first conference game on the road, KU has been physically and mentally preparing for Iowa State these last few days.
Journal-World Arts Editor Mindie Paget gives us the 411 on several local arts projects.
The city is offering over $250,000 to help downtown buildings install sprinkler systems.
Though the film may be set at the Kansas University campus, don't expect to see any Hollywood cameras around anytime soon.
In May, Larry Welch will step down as K.B.I. Director. Welch took over as Director in 1994.
That warm weather had to end sometime! Now that winter has once again peaked it's head into our neck of the woods, Lawrence street crews are hard at work to keep our streets clean and safe.
Add another victory for the Piper boys basketball team after a 74-61 victory over the Bishop Ward Cyclones.
In a tight battle that raged into overtime, the Piper girls basketball team lost to the Bishop Ward Lady Cyclones, 50-60.
After failing to make the board in 2003, Michael Pomes is giving it another shot for this year's election.
The Mill Valley Jaguars topped the Chieftains, 66-48 tonight, putting Tonganoxie at 6-2 on the season.
After a tight battle with the Mill Valley Lady Jaguars, the Tonganoxie girls basketball team remains undefeated with an 8-0 record.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, winter weather in sharp contrast with 60's earlier in the week, protecting downtown buildings from fire may get easier, and a local private school pushes for a 7,000-ft. expansion.
Freezing drizzle expected throughout day
Health care costs have soared in the last 6 years, and more and more Kansans are uninsured. Governor Sebelius has issued a call to lawmakers and state agencies to take action, this year, and get more people health care coverage.
Brandon Callahan was scheduled to make his first appearance this afternoon in Douglas County District Court, but failed to show. Callahan is remembered for leaving police on a 130-mile chase across 2 states back in November.
James Chappelle, former manager of the Lawrence Wal-Mart store, pleaded no contest to one count of felony theft.
Judge Michael Malone said today he would review videotaped statements given by Leonard Price before making a decision on whether or not the confession was voluntary.
Michael Pomes has entered his name into the list of candidates for the Lawrence School Board, bring the total up to 6.
In honor of MLK Jr., Lawrence students share tonight how they're making a difference in our community and beyond.
Many do not realize the importance of Douglas County in the story of the Civil War and now a public forum has been planned in hopes to attract more people to Lawrence to tour the famous area.
'Affordable Limousine Service' has expanded it's business into taxis. The new service features 2 new vehicles and service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The third bill approved today by the new Democratic controlled House would loosen restrictions and boost federal funding for embryonic stem cell research.
The knock on Brandon Rush this season has been his lack of aggressiveness on the offensive end of the court. That was not an issue last night during KU's 87-57 beat-down of Oklahoma State.
The Piper boys basketball team started the year as the top ranked squad in class 4-A. Now, it's 8 games into the season and nothing has changed.
During a day of celebration for KSHS swimming seniors, the Firebirds managed to take first place in the 'Medley Relay.'
In a tight match, the Eudora Lady Cardinals defeated the Spring Hill Broncos, 62-51 putting Eudora at 6-3 on the season.
President Bush has requested that we send another 20,000 troops over to Iraq; a decision that has people across the country angered, including several Lawrence residents who have taken to downtown to protest the proposal.
The filing deadline is noon Jan. 23.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, former manager of Lawrence's Wal-Mart store enters plea in embezzlement charges, and an up-close look at Gov. Sebelius' proposed budget.
Lawrence residents could get the chance to vote on spending more money to fight homelessness.
A group of consultants wants to make building traditional neighborhoods in Lawrence legal again.
Convicted murderer John Manard pleads guilty today to charges that he escaped prison in a dog crate.
New projections show tougher punishment for sex crimes in Kansas will put state prisons beyond capacity within two years.
The number of candidates in the race for the Lawrence school board nearly doubled today with the addition of two more names to the list.
Everyone inside the building and a few nearby neighbors from the outside gathered at Pinkney Elementary this afternoon to celebrate unity.
KU students wrap up a special gift for the New Orleans community.
Governor Kathleen Sebelius looks to the future as she delivers her State of the State address tonight.
From the head of the state to the head of the nation. In the White House tonight, President George Bush has called for an increase in the number of U.S. Troops serving in Iraq.
Kansas' new education leader could be chosen by spring.
While the Sunflower State's economy is on an upswing in 2007, top economic development officials warn the long term outlook is much more shaky.
They came to see Lawrence and learn more about America's justice system. KU is hosting a 20 person delegation from China to study the U.S. criminal justice system.
The Kansas men's basketball team has never lost a Big 12 opener. Tonight though, a stiff test against fellow top ten foe Oklahoma State to open the conference season.
To the NBA where former Kansas forward Nick Collison had his best game in a Seattle Super Sonics uniform.
It's been three years since the Free State High School boys swimming and diving team won the state title. Now, with only two members from that Firebirds team still around, Annette McDonald's squad hopes it can relive those memories come February.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, Governor Sebelius will deliver the annual State of the State, and the Kansas economy is improving but still trail behind others in the nation.
Growing, but not as fast as region or nation
Prison population is exceeding capacity
The Kansas City Royals caravan cruised into Lawrence this evening for a stop at the 6th Street HyVee.
A step toward victory tonight for members of Lawrence's gay and lesbian community.
The debate over the state's evolution standards is heating up again.
In news out of the state house today, the senate wasted no time in passing a bill setting aside money to cover the funding for the third year of a school finance bill approved last year.
The Kansas Bioscience Authority is preparing to pump $4.5 million dollars into an effort to bring even more money into the state.
School board candidate and retired physician Robert Rauktis is running an unusual campaign.