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Charity and Christmas fun collide in Lawrence's Festival of Trees. The annual event benefits The Shelter, a nonprofit organization that helps troubled teens who otherwise would have to live in foster care.
After a century at the heart of the aviation industry, Kansas is about to help make history again. The Global Flyer -- an airplane designed by Burt Rutan, father of SpaceShip One -- will use a Salina airstrip as the launching point in January for its first-ever flight: a solo, non-stop flight around the world without refueling.
The Douglas County Health Department will administer at least 1,300 flu shots during a clinic Dec. 12 at Allen Fieldhouse. The event will be similar to a clinic held in October, where more than 1,400 vaccinations were given.
The Lawrence School Board met with the district's boundary committee Tuesday night to narrow down a slew of potential boundary changes for Lawrence elementary schools.
The Lawrence Open Shelter will stay open another year at their facility at 9th and Kentucky, although the city commission did not grant the sought-after five-year extension. In other business, the commission unanimously approved the establishment of a no-left-turn policy from 23rd Street onto 6 intersections between Louisiana and Haskell from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Erica Hallman scored 17 points, three points off a career high as Kansas University’s women’s basketball team dumped Denver, 67-44, on Tuesday night at Allen Fieldhouse.
Vinland United Methodist Church is in need of volunteers for its 29th Annual Living Nativity. Paula Johnson, who is helping with the event, said they mainly needed babies to play Jesus. It’s helpful if parents can stand in as Mary and Joseph, too.
A light snowfall and freezing temperatures were causing some slick spots on area highways this morning. Two to 3 inches of snow is expected by the time the snowfall ends, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
At least 1,300 flu vaccines will be available to the public Dec. 12 during a clinic at Allen Fieldhouse, officials at Kansas University and the Douglas County Health Department announced Tuesday.
He scored 12 points and pulled down seven rebounds, but senior Keith Langford expects more from himself than what he accomplished Monday night against Nevada.
Last season was a roller coaster ride for the Lawrence High girl's basketball team. After winning 14 games, the Lions fell in the sub-state final. This season, thanks to two key returning starters and "improved" team chemistry, LHS hopes to improve on last season's record.
Eleven different Jayhawks appeared in the scoring column for the KU victory over the Wolf Pack, with four of those in the double digits.
For the first time, two charities have been chosen as recipients of the Lawrence St. Patrick Day Parade's fundraising campaign. The Shelter Inc. and Lawrence youth football with share the funds raised this year.
The Jayhawks fought all season to get berth in the tournament.
Crystal Kemp played the entire game as the Jayhawks racked up their second win of the season.
County commissioners decided to hold off putting the new restroom near the dispatchers.
The Brush Recycling Center will take tree debris for the next five days.
Music and new Christmas lights helped put the town into a festive mood.
The Van Go show included poetry books and other products of its youth vocational arts program.
Last season, Nevada ripped KU, 75-61, in Reno. And Monday night, the Jayhawks returned the favor with an 85-52 victory at Allen Fieldhouse.
Over 100 area artists brought their creations to the Lawrence Arts Center on Saturday.
The school board is considering whether the $53 million dollar bond issue should include new technological improvements in the district. If they decide to add these upgrades, the price of the bond issue could increase by almost half a million dollars.
Lawrence was being dusted by snow late tonight. And when it's all over, the city should see 1 to 2 inches of snow, with some areas getting as much as 3 inches by Tuesday afternoon, says Matt Sayers, 6News meteorologist.
The Lawrence Salvation Army plans to relocate to a bigger, better site in east Lawrence. The new shelter will feature a residence center for homeless who are seeking jobs. Meanwhile, downtown merchants are researching homeless issues.
Kevin Helliker, a KU grad, is now the chief of the Wall Street Journal's Chicago bureau.
Tiani White gives the record highs and lows for November 29.
Target wasn't slated to open until 6 a.m. today. But that didn't keep people from lining up outside in preparation of holiday and personal shopping sprees. Throughout the city this morning, the smell of commerce filled the air as bargain shoppers cashed in on special deals at stores like Target, Wal-Mart, Sears, JC Penney's and Best Buy.
If you've got a lot of Christmas shopping to do today, the weather will cooperate -- today's high temperature will be 57 under mostly cloudy skies.
On the heels of the summer Cole Porter biopic "Delovely," Lawrence Community Theatre opens one of the songwriter's best-loved musicals this weekend. Ticket sales have been strong for the local version of the Tony award-winning show "Anything Goes."
Low-income Kansans will benefit from about $16 million in federal funding to help with winter utility bills. Congress appropriated about $2 billion to fund the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
The Lawrence Open Shelter is seeking a city permit to allow the homeless shelter to expand and remain downtown for at least five more years.
"Mizzou Arena" is the official new name for the University of Missouri's $75 million new arena. The arena was originally named "Paige Sports Arena."
Lawrence Postmaster Judy Raney suggests that people who want to mail a package this holiday should send their package early and in a sturdy box.
More than 9,000 new holiday lights will be placed around the rooftops of buildings on Massachusetts Street for the annual lighting ceremony.
Hundreds flocked to Massachusetts Street on Friday night for the holiday lighting ceremony and to watch Santa get rescued from the roof of Weaver's Department Store.
City Commissioners will discuss the idea of establishing a time limit for no left turns on 23rd Street on Tuesday. The city wants to prohibit drivers from making left hand turns on 23rd Street from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
For the past three seasons, the Free State High varsity boy's basketball team has advanced to the Sub-State Championships and every year, they've lost. But this year, the Firebirds hope to end that streak.
The women's basketball team will battle UMKC at 1 p.m., Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.
After a mediocre showing in the season opener, coach Self pushed his freshmen harder than he ever had before Tuesday's game against Saint Joseph's. And the tough practices paid off.
Freshman forward C.J. Giles blocked three shots against Saint Joseph's on Tuesday, including one block where he nearly caught the ball.
Lawrence got its second helping of winter overnight -- not more snow, but a blast of arctic air that could chill every holiday turkey in the city.
As part of the Mothers Against Drunk Driving's Red Ribbon Project, Kansas Highway officers are tying red ribbons on their patrol cars to remind drivers to drive safely.
Wilbur West can't play the violin anymore so the 89-year-old spends most of his time restoring and repairing string instruments.
Ann Chapman, coordinator of nutrition services at Kansas University, says although Thanksgiving is known as a feast, people should not eat so much that they become sick.
Every player who played in the basketball game against Sacred Heart on Wednesday scored and contributed to the Jayhawks first win of the season.
Rodrick Stewart, a 6-foot-4 sophomore from the University of Southern California, will be on the Jayhawks roster next year. And former high school teammate and KU freshman C.J. Giles says he couldn't be happier about Stewart's transfer.
Some members of the men's basketball team will dine at coach Self's house on Thanksgiving while other players like Leavenworth native Wayne Simien will dine at home.
Tonganoxie High School senior Addie Heim is this month's High School Scholar Athlete.
Many businesses in Lawrence including Domino's Pizza stayed open on Thanksgiving to try to bring in more customers.
LINK vice president Herman Leon said he was very happy that many people wanted to help with the annual dinner.
More than 40 volunteers delivered meals to residents who were unable to travel downtown for the annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner today.
Six inches of snow kept city crews busy clearing streets in the early morning hours.
A 65-year-old woman suffered injuries this morning when her car struck a road grader just south of McLouth, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.
A 21-year-old Kansas University student died Tuesday night from injuries she received in a traffic accident along the Kansas Turnpike near Wichita, according to the Kansas Turnpike Authority.
Between 5 and 7 inches -- that's how much snow fell on Lawrence by mid morning. The heavy snow knocked out power to some local residents and slick conditions and poor visibility made travel difficult this morning for area commuters and caused six injury accidents.
Residents of the Hesper area want to pave the roads about a mile and a half south of Eudora.
The Free State High girl's basketball team may have a lot of young players but don't tell them that. The players say that they have experience and that they can play.
The Jayhawks beat the Hawks by 40 points Tuesday night at Allen Fieldhouse. The 40-point loss is the second worst loss in Saint Joseph's history.
The Kansas University men's basketball team may not be ranked number one anymore but they played like they were Tuesday night against Saint Joseph's.
The Kansas University women's basketball team won their first game of the season, 59-48, against Sacred Heart on Wednesday at Allen Fieldhouse.
Lawrence is ranked the 122nd safest city out of more than 300 cities, according to an annual report released this week.
The city received more than five inches of snow Wednesday morning, which caused hazard road conditions and power outages around the city.
Safe Winter Walkways, a program that helps the elderly and disabled during the snowy season, needs volunteers to help shovel snow.
Someone stole a Salvation Army kettle stand at the Dillons on 1015 W. 23rd St. The kettle stand costs about $150.
Ryan Chapman, the Lawrence Marine who was wounded in Fallujah, returns home for Thanksgiving. Chapman received national attention last week when he appeared in a televised news conference while recovering at a military hospital in Germany.
Wayne Simien had 20 points and 13 rebounds and No. 2 Kansas shot 63 percent during a 91-51 rout of St. Joseph’s. It was the first regular-season loss since Dec. 28, 2002, for the Philadelphia school that went undefeated in the 2003-04 regular season.
A nationwide study from the National Institute for Early Education Research indicates that state-administrated preschool programs in Kansas lag behind other states in funding.
The city commission Tuesday night moved a step closer to final approval of a proposed roundabout at the intersection of 19th and Louisiana streets.
Lawrence families in need are able to get a Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings thanks to the Salvation Army, which is handing out more than 250 turkeys.
The Lawrence Interdenominational Nutrition Kitchen is preparing for a Thanksgiving meal that is expected to feed 400 people. Anyone is welcome to attend the community dinner, which runs from noon to 2:30 p.m. Thursday.
Commerce Bank officials and the Lawrence police department are warning of an e-mail scam that's been circulating for the past several weeks.
Crystal Kemp scored 26 points in Kansas University’s women’s basketball opener, but didn’t get much help. KU coach Bonnie Henrickson hopes Kemp’s teammates step up tonight when the Jayhawks play host to Sacred Heart.
The number of travelers is up, and the weather isn't exactly cooperating with them for this holiday weekend.
Despite a second-half rally, Haskell Indian Nations University’s men’s basketball team fell to 0-10 on the season after suffering a 96-79 loss to Bethany College. Haskell’s women improved to 2-4 with an 83-58 victory over Kansas Wesleyan.
There's no bowl game for the Kansas faithful to look forward to, but the season-ending victory over Missouri, coupled with the defeat of KSU, gives Coach Mark Mangino plenty of hope for the 2005 season.
A new report shows that 43 percent of Kansans who are eligible for food stamps do not receive them.
A chilly mix of precipitation is headed to the Lawrence area, starting with rain late tonight that will change over to light snow by Wednesday morning. "It is our first bout with winter-like weather in terms of snowfall," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Akron's teams are called Zips, even though the mascot is a kangaroo.
State coaches try to encourage good sportmsanship among their players. However, the brawl between professional players may set the wrong example for young athletes. Rules are already in place to deal with outbreaks of violence, although no local schools or colleges have had to invoke these rules.
Even though the Jayhawks have played only one game during the season, Wayne Simien was recognized for his performance against Vermont. Also, KU has fallen to second place in the AP poll.
The program has saved nearly $400,000 during the school year.
The scholarship was given to Ruth Anne French, one of only 25 students in the school's history to receive the honor.
Members of the show "Real World: Philadelphia" signed autographs and spoke with students at the Kansas Union.
The syndrome can cause mothers to suffer feelings of guilt and shame because they are not experiencing the expected joy of childbirth.
Yan McHenry was found guilty of vehicular homicide Shawn Trager in a traffic accident on Highway 56.
Around 400 people bid in silent and live auctions to raise money for the organization.
Coach Henrickson is concerned about KU's lack of floor balance and focus on offense.
Senior David McMillan was named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week.
Kansas was down to its fourth-string quarterback and had no bowl chances, but showed toughness to defeat Mizzou.
Alyssa Crenshaw gives the record highs and lows for November 22nd.
Jamie Stanclift will play softball for a former KU assistant coach.
The husband and wife owners of the two stores may have been participating in a hidden ownership interest in a third store, in violation of state regulations.
State regulators have ruled that the owners of Lawrence’s Cork and Barrel liquor stores should have their licenses revoked because they participated in a hidden ownership scheme to skirt Kansas laws.
Mild weather is in store for Lawrence today. But colder temperatures, icy northerly winds and the season's first dusting of snow are headed to the Lawrence area by early Wednesday morning.
What a way for the Kansas football team to finish its season: with a win over the Missouri Tigers.
The No. 1-ranked Kansas Jayhawks faced a tough task from the Vermont Catamounts on Friday in the opening game of the 2004-05 season, but KU held on for a 68-61 victory, overcoming a late Vermont lead.
A 23-year-old Valley Center man has been hospitalized for injuries he suffered early this morning when he was struck by a car while crossing West Sixth Street.
Much of the Lawrence area was shrouded by mist and fog shortly after 8 a.m. today, including the city's downtown and the Kansas River bridge. "Our visibility is being reduced down to a fourth of a mile or less," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Saturday is National Survivors of Suicide Day and members of a Lawrence support group want to remove the stigma surrounding suicide.
A student at the University of Southern California says she was paid $20,000 to do the classwork of University of Missouri student Paige Laurie. The new basketball stadium at MU is named after Laurie.
Two parents were involved in a knife fight outside Central Junior High after attending a girl's basketball game.
Police are investigating a hit-and-run accident that injured a pedestrian Friday night near 26th and Iowa.
Trial has been set for Feb. 14 for a Missouri man who killed his son on the Kansas Turnpike and is now charged with trying to kill his three other children in a Lawrence car crash.
The border showdown extends beyond the battle on the football field. For Lawrence High senior Andrea Chao, the showdown is with her KU, MU college applications.
After the hard loss to the West Coast All-Stars in the exhibition game on Tuesday, coach Bonnie Henrickson says there are still a lot of things that her team needs to work on before Sunday's season-opener.
Fourth-string quarterback Brian Luke will start Saturday against the Missouri Tigers and the junior QB says he wants to show everyone that he can play at this level.
Who the men's basketball team is playing is not very important for the fans who camp out at Allen Fieldhouse. So what's important? Getting the best seats to watch the Jayhawks kick butt.
Four new movies open in Lawrence this week, and none more goofy than "National Treasure." It's "The Da Vinci Code" meets the American Revolution in this lively action/heist movie.
Police are asking for the public's help solving two similar robberies this month at the Best Value Inn, 730 Iowa.
A 30-year-old Kansas University student was arrested early this morning after fleeing from police at high speed through Lawrence's downtown and crashing his car through a storefront window of a photo gallery, Lawrence police said today.
Scattered showers and mild temperature will keep Lawrence warm and wet today. "We have several chances for rainfall," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "It looks like quite a wet day."
As part of the 24th annual American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout, Lawrence advocates of the smoking ban say living in a smoke free environment is an even bigger incentive to stop smoking.
The new position was created to help ease the caseloads in Douglas County's courtrooms. Eight local attorneys have applied for the position. And the governor may appoint new judge as early as next month.
More than a dozen children were vaccinated for the flu today at the Douglas County Health Department. The Health Department received about 150 doses earlier this week through a federally funded program to be used for children.
People who are chronically homeless are eligible to apply for the Hope Building Program, which will provide permanent housing and counseling to the city's homeless community.
Although police have not arrested anyone in connection to the area dumpster fires, Deputy Fire Chief Mark Bradford says the department has some leads.
Benson Chesang, the sophomore runner from Kenya, will be the only Jayhawk who will run in the NCAA Cross Country championships on Monday. Chesang earned his spot by placing sixth at regionals in Emporia, Ill. last week.
Coach Mangino says he does not want to leave his players out on the field too long on Saturday against the Tigers because the team does not have enough of a rotation.
Kansas and Missouri have played each other in more than 100 football games and KU and MU fans differ on who has won more games.
The women's basketball team will open their season Sunday against Texas-Arlington at Allen Fieldhouse.
Kansas University will get its first look at Vermont's senior forward Taylor Coppenrath in the season opener Friday at Allen Fieldhouse. Coppenrath was fourth in the nation in scoring last year and this year; he's already been named preseason All-American.
The new owners of the Eldridge Hotel want to modernize the hotel but keep its historical charm. Some of the improvements include replacing carpets, repainting walls and redoing the bathroom areas.
The company that for the past 27 years has handled the jobs for about 100 employees who work at Kansas basketball and football games is dissolving its event-management division, which is news to some of its current employees.
One day after a compromise to the citywide smoking ban is introduced, city commissioners are weighing in.
Just because there's no ice rink in Lawrence doesn't mean KU can't have an ice hockey team. Every week, the KU hockey team makes the trip to Johnson County for practice and drives all over the Midwest for games.
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical crews responded to several Dumpster fires throughout central Lawrence on Wednesday night.
)After several cloudy days, the sun made an appearance this morning over Lawrence, bringing unseasonably high temperatures this afternoon. "The sunshine is returning briefly," Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist, said shortly before noon. Partly cloudy skies will bring this afternoon's high temperature up to 73, Schack said. The average high for this date is 53.
Douglas County Toys for Tots is collecting toys for their Christmas toy giveaway.
K-Mart is buying one of the nation's oldest remaning names in retailing, as it announced Wednesday an $11 billion merger that would position it as the nation's third-largest retailer.
Last year, the Kansas defense played well in one game: a win against Missouri. The Jayhawks held quarterback Brad Smith to 62 yards passing and 33 yards rushing.
It could have been worse for Mark Mangino. Following his postgame remarks Saturday, the Big 12 Conference has decided to reprimand the coach and fine him $5,000 instead of handing down a suspension.
Douglas County Commissioners tabled a proposal Wednesday night to merge the Douglas and Shawnee County K-State Research and Extension offices.
Investigators with the state fire marshal's office are still trying to determine what caused an explosion that severely burned a rural Tonganoxie man Tuesday morning.
Lawrence-Douglas County Health officials managed to get their hands on a supply of flu vaccines for some of the area's most at-risk residents. The health department has received enough of the shots to vaccinate every nursing home and assisted-living resident in Douglas County.
It is a week before Thanksgiving, and already bell ringers are manning their posts around Lawrence. But this year, the Lawrence Salvation Army says that they are in need of more volunteers.
When the starting lineups are introduced Friday night, expect to hear Christian Moody's name. Bill Self announced Wednesday that the junior walk-on would start alongside Wayne Simien, Keith Langford, Aaron Miles, and J.R. Giddens.
Christian Moody has earned himself a spot on the Jayhawks' starting lineup with his athleticism and team-oriented attitude.
Starting next fall, all students living in university group housing will be required to receive the meningitis vaccine.
KU student leaders are pushing forward a tuition plan that would revamp the way the university charges students. Proponents say the guaranteed tuition plan would keep students from being priced out of an education.
A group of local bar owners came to the city commission meeting Tuesday night with a compromise to Lawrence's smoking ban that would address air-quality concerns.
A rural Tonganoxie man was severely burned Tuesday morning in an explosion and fire inside his barn. According to witnesses, 39-year-old Elmer William Lee apparently was welding a gasoline tank onto a truck when the explosion occurred.
A top U.S. Department of Education was in Lawrence on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the No Child Left Behind Act.
The regular season doesn't start until Friday, but freshman Russell Robinson's play already has sparked talk about the dimension he adds to the Kansas backcourt.
Coach Mark Mangino has a lot to worry about this week. In addition to the wait for the Big 12's decision regarding punishment for Saturday's remarks following the Texas game, Mangino will be without starting running back John Randle for the Missouri game.
Junior high students in Lawrence crossed social boundaries by mixing it up Tuesday at lunch.
An eight-foot-tall Scotch pine was delivered to Cedar Crest on Tuesday afternoon to play a part in the holiday festivities at the governor's mansion.
Free State's Ashley Jackson, the first Firebird to win an individual state title, signed with Big East Conference school Louisville. Meanwhile at Lawrence High, Megan Little signed with the University of Northern Iowa.
Tonganoxie residents celebrated the passing of the $25.3 million school bond issue with a balloon launch Tuesday from the site where the new middle school will be built.
In Kansas' first exhibition loss since November 2001, the West Coast All-Stars squeaked by the Jayhawks 60-58 Tuesday night.
The Big 12 Conference office has received KU's recommendation for disciplining head coach Mark Mangino for Saturday's postgame remarks.
Cloudy skies, high humidity and warmer temperatures were bringing some light drizzle, mist and even some patchy fog this morning to the Lawrencea area.
Ryan Chapman survived a close call in Fallujah. He had been trying to spot a sniper, but was hit before he could locate the enemy. A bullet struck his forehead, even though he later told his family he was only being treated for a cut.
Tax revenues show that the state has collected more money after the ban went into effect. However, others say that higher liquor prices make up the shortfall in sales, even though business has suffered due to the ban.
The foundation gives grants to school programs, to help reward teachers. The foundation is asking for donations so that they can provide more grants.
Several pit bulls may have been trained for dog fighting.
The $30 to $35 million dollar expansion will help provide more room for the emergency and obstetrics departments.
The team had incredible success over the season, despite the overtime loss in the second round of the NCAA tournament.
The Jayhawks was unable to put shots in the net during the second-round game.
Texas' quarterback Vince Young managed to overcome KU's lead with a first-down scramble late in the game.
Mangino said that BCS money caused a referee to make a controversial call against the Jayhawks during the Texas game.
Walk-on Christian Moody has a good chance to start in the post next to Wayne Simien during the season.
Washburn played a physical game which kept them close to KU throughout the game.
Julia Price gives the record high and low for November 15.
After a few weeks of practice, the high school basketball season will begin on November 29.
The location, the quality of the program, and the coach were all contributing factors to Jenny Heppert's decision to go to University of Central Florida.
Jenny Heppert will be playing for the Golden Knights next year.
The official Christmas tree for the governor's mansion has its roots in Lawrence.
Ann Brill has been named permanent dean of the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Kansas University.
You can put away the scarves and gloves. But you'll probably need the umbrella -- warmer, but wetter weather is in store for Lawrence this week.
It was supposed to be easy, but that wasn't the case for the Jayhawks on Sunday as the Ichabods held their own in exhibition play in Allen Fieldhouse. Kansas survived the early scare, though, 79-70.
The Jayhawks just couldn't hold on to their lead. With just 11 seconds left to go in the fourth quarter, Texas scored a touchdown, which won the game, 27-23, for the Longhorns. However after the game, coach Mangino said he was upset by a late pass interference penalty call on Charles Gordon.
A Douglas County jury this afternoon found Lafayette Cosby guilty of first-degree premeditated murder in last spring's shooting death of Robert Martin. And the victim's family members say the verdict brought them some relief.
Winter-like temperatures crept into the Lawrence area this morning, with even colder weather expected Saturday and Sunday mornings. "There's some patchy frost out there, but not the hard freeze we were expecting," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
More than six thousand dollars in fraudulent checks were cashed at three local businesses this week. The checks were passed off as legitimate USD 497 currency.
Residents are coming to the aid of the School of Equestrian Arts after 23 saddles and 15 bridles were stolen from the group on Tuesday. The school has already received five saddles worth about $400.
Polls show that President Bush was re-elected based on voters concern about moral values. Douglas County threw support to John Kerry. But is that because residents are any less religious than other parts of the country?
Olathe South ended Lawrence High's season with a 20-14 victory in overtime, Friday night at the Olathe District Activities Center.
Eudora was just no match for undefeated Hayden. The Wildcats beat the Cardinals, 42-6, Friday in Eudora.
The last time Kansas University met Texas, the Jayhawks lost the game 59-0. But when the Longhorns take on the Jayhawks Saturday at Memorial Stadium, senior Joe Vaughn says he'll be ready to play smash-mouth football.
Kansas University defeated Creighton 3-1 in a first-round NCAA tournament game at the Jayhawks Soccer Complex Friday afternoon. Kansas will take on Nebraska at 1 p.m. Sunday in the second round.
When the Kansas University Athletic Department implemented the new point system this year, KU faculty was able to negotiate for better seats at Allen Fieldhouse. The negotiations put faculty behind the students. But neither faculty nor athletic officials foresaw the problem with students standing during games.
Where for art thou Romeo? This weekend, he's on the Crafton-Preyer Theatre stage, where University Theatre is presenting Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet." KU's version of the tragic tale of star-crossed young lovers is expected to be as notable for its sugary love scenes as it is for its fast-paced and well-choreographed fight sequences.
The Cardinals hope to give the Wildcats a run for their money Friday in Eudora.
A cold blast from the north will keep Lawrence shivering today, setting the stage for Friday morning's first act of winter -- a hard frost. "We do keep it chilly for the next two days," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. Shack said this morning's northerly blustery winds were making the 43 degree temperature feel more like 34.
Yasser Arafat died early Thursday at a Paris hospital. And 6News reporter Brooke Wehner talks with Deborah Gerner, a Kansas University political science professor, about whether Arafat's death will bring peace between the Israelis and Palestinians.
With winter almost here, residents should expect to start cranking up the heat. But one local agency, which provides utility bill assistance for families, is already having a hard time paying the heating bills.
On Thursday, Lafayette Cosby took the stand and tried to convince jurors that he shot Robert T. Martin in self-defense in April.
About fifty people were on the University of Kansas campus Thursday to watch the annual flag-lowering ceremony. Barry Bridger, a retired lieutenant colonel and former prisoner of war during the Vietnam War, also spoke to ROTC cadets and veterans Thursday night at Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union.
Jayhawks' Russell Robinson and Sasha Kaun say that although they were nervous last week, there are a lot of things that they still need to work on.
Self wants to recruit guards who can bring the ball upcourt and also play the shooting guard position. Russell Robinson is considered a combination guard and on Wednesday, coach Self signed Mario Chalmers, another guard who can shoot and run with the ball.
Texas quarterback Vince Young became the first quarterback in the school's history to rush for four touchdowns in a game. But coach Mangino says that although his defense will be facing a new offensive system Saturday, he's confident in his entire defense.
Texas running back Cedric Benson is fourth in the nation in rushing and leads the nation in scoring with 18 touchdowns. Although Benson may be a challenge for Kansas University Saturday, senior safety Tony Stubbs says the Jayhawks will just have to wrap him up.
Kansas University will face Creighton in the first round of the NCAA regional match Friday at Jayhawk Soccer Complex.
Many Lawrence residents were at the VFW Post 852 in northern Lawrence today to pay their respects to those who have died serving the country. And veterans like Leonard Moore say that Veteran's Day means the same whether the country is at war or at peace.
Three people including one of the state's most wanted were arrested in a drug raid in Eudora.
Chancellor Robert Hemenway switched places with Jason Schrage, a senior from Iowa City, Iowa, for the day to get a better view of the disability issues on campus.
Employees at the School of Equestrian Arts northwest of Lawrence are working to raise funds after thieves steal nearly two dozen saddles used by disabled riders in a therapeutic horseback riding program.
Old friends, neighbors and servicemen gathered at the Dole Institute of Politics on the eve of Veterans Day to celebrate 229 years of the U.S. Marine Corps.
Mario Chalmers, Micah Downs and Julian Wright made their verbal commitments to Kansas binding by signing national letters of intent to play for the Jayhawks.
Chancellor Robert Hemenway talked to KU student senators Wednesday night about the university's rising tuition rates as part of the Student Senate's biweekly open forum.
Douglas County's new district attorney won't take office until January, but already he's in the process of planning who his staff of prosecutors will be.
A shredded American flag displayed on the outside of a Lawrence home since the day after Election Day has nearby residents upset.
Of all the tough losses this volleyball season, the toughest came in Waco. In the first week of October, the Jayhawks fell to Baylor in four games. The rematch, however, would find things swinging the Jayhawks' way.
Thanks to the Internet, Jayhawk fans have known for months who would sign letters of intent Wednesday to play for Bill Self: Julian Wright, Micah Downs and Mario Chalmers.
The Jayhawk Soccer Complex has been called lots of things -- most of them negative. But this weekend, the much-maligned field can be called something else: an NCAA host.
Nineteen Kansas seniors will play their final game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday against the Longhorns.
Former Free State Firebird made her final appearance at Allen Fieldhouse on Tuesday night in the KU-Fort Hays State game.
$230 mllion and 6,000 new Lawrence-area jobs may be in store from the rising biosciences industry, a new study says.
Grab your coat and umbrella and hunt down that ice scraper -- a cold front is bringing showers today and tonight, cold and blustery conditons Thursday and even a hard frost early Friday morning.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at Woodruff Auditorium on Monday night.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at Woodruff Auditorium on Monday night.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at Woodruff Auditorium on Monday night.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at Woodruff Auditorium on Monday night.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at Woodruff Auditorium on Monday night.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at Woodruff Auditorium on Monday night.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at Woodruff Auditorium on Monday night.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at Woodruff Auditorium on Monday night.
Canine units from across the state are training in Lawrence as part of a recertification process they must undergo each year. This is the first time for the training to be held in Lawrence.
Lawrence commissioners put off making a decision on raising the city's water and sewer rates until input from some of the city's largest water users, such as the public schools and Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
Even Start, a nationwide program designed to educate young or disadvantaged parents and their children, may be cut from next year's federal budget.
Doctors diagnosed a Kansas University food-service worker on Monday with hepatitus A. State health inspectors have investigated, and the hall cafeteria passed inspection.
A day after a closed-door meeting of city officials regarding the fate of Spencer McCabe, the Eudora fire chief remains in city employ.
John McCoy, former starting defensive end for Kansas, recently e-mailed Coach Mark Mangino about his current service with the Army Reserves in the Middle East.
John Nielsen will start against Texas, and Brian Luke will back up. After that, no one's quite sure what the Jayhawks will do now that it's confirmed that they have only two healthy quarterbacks.
For the first time since 1972, Marian Washington is not on the sidelines for the start of a KU women's basketball season. But Tuesday's exhibition opener against Fort Hays State was not about the past. Instead, it was a look to the future as Bonnie Henrickson made her Jayhawk debut.
The Lawrence High football team is in the second rounds of the playoffs thanks in part to a field goal, a Hail Mary, and a halfback pass.
Patchy clouds will paint the Lawrence sky today, treating the area with another day of mild temperatures. But a cold front will bring rain Wednesday and a hard freeze by Friday, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
The school board have agreed to begin the repair work as soon as possible.
The protestors were demonstrating against the U.S. offensive in Fallujah.
The Jayhawks have come a long way to reach the tournament.
Kansas is ranked first in the preseason poll for the first time since 1957.
Fans stood in line to watch the exhibtion game.
Nielson is not a scholarship player, but has made a good showing in practices and performed admirably when starting quarterback Jason Swanson was injured in Saturday's game.
The team is having a rough season after losing two quarterbacks.
Keith Langford says that hard work and yoga helped him regain confidence in his repaired knee.
Michael Josephson lectured on the education program, "Character Counts." He is the founder of the Josephson Institute of Ethics. His talk at Woodruff Auditorium was one of two given in Lawrence on Monday.
Sue Hack has declared her intention to run again for the 2005 election.
The chief is suspended without pay over charges of property damage. The Eudora city council has chosen not to decide on the chief's fate at this time.
EHS overwhelmed the Golden Tornados. They will face Hayden on Friday, who defeated Tonganoxie over the weekend.
Lafayette Cosby has been accused of first-degree murder, but the defendant's attorney says his client was acting in self-defense.
Lawrence City Commissioner Sue Hack confirmed this morning that she'll seek a second term on the commission.
A live streaming online broadcast will be available for tonight's sessions with noted ethicist Michael Josephson and panelists that includes Kansas University men's basketball coach Bill Self.
Sunny skies and highs in the 60s are in store for Lawrence today. "The great weather continues for the first part of the week -- plenty of sunshine, pleasant temperatures and not much to complain about." said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at the Holidome on Monday.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at the Holidome on Monday.
Michael Josephson, the founder of a character education program, presented a panel discussion on ethics, honesty and character at the Holidome on Monday.
The commissioners added several votes from provisional ballots, but the outcome did not change.
The "lost boys of Sudan" were refugees of violence. They walked to Ethiopia to find safety. One of the lost boys went to the United States, and now lives in Overland Park.
The first exhibition game of the season for Kansas went as expected, with just about everybody contributing to a 115-70 win.
An early two-touchdown lead had Kansas fans' hopes up for a win at home, but the Buffaloes came back and the Jayhawk woes continued.
Thomas Murray, the Kansas State professor accused of killing his ex-wife, was back in court Friday to discuss the custodial guardianship of his and his ex-wife's 5-year-old daughter.
Kansas University's proposed centralized football facility at Memorial Stadium received $3 million in seed money Friday from Charles and Sharon Lynch Kimbell of Hutchinson.
Lawrence Police have enlisted the FBI to help find two witnesses in the Robert Martin murder trial scheduled to begin Monday.
Five businesses are offering charter bus rides to and from the stadium for Saturday's 12:30 p.m. game against Colorado, the first of the Jayhawks' final three regular-season games.
Some of us had to scrape frost from our windows early this morning, as plunging temperatures made Lawrence one of the coldest spots in the Midwest. But warmer weather is headed to the area this afternoon through the weekend, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Free State fell to Shawnee Mission West, 26-20 in overtime, on Friday at Haskell Stadium. For the Firebirds, the season is now over.
Lawrence High advances to the second round of the Class 6A state playoffs with a victory against Blue Valley Northwest Friday in Overland Park.
School officials say the new facility will give virtual students a more complete academic experience at a minimal price.
City Commissioners are looking at different water rate plans that would reward residents who conserve water but would also deter residents who use a lot of water.
Ten-year-old Claire Hunt was bitten by a dog in March and now her family is suing the dog's owner for their daughter's medical bill. And the producer's of the television show "Judge Judy" want to fly the family out to Hollywood to have their case settled on the show.
The Children's Wish Foundation surprised Tracy Bowersox, an eighth-grader at Tonganoxie Middle School, with video editing equipment Friday. Bowersox, who has cystic fibrosis, says he wants to make films.
You can make a case that Pixar Animation Studios is the most consistent entity in the film industry, creating a body of work to rival Disney's run during the 1930s and '40s.
Kansas University's soccer team fell to the University of Texas, 3-2, in the semifinals of the Big 12 soccer tournament Friday in San Antonio.
So far, Kansas University is 3-1 at Memorial Stadium and on Saturday, the Jayhawks hope to continue that good run against the Buffaloes.
Tired of gray, drizzly conditions? Skies finally cleared out this morning, bringing back sunshine to the Lawrence area. "You might have to pull out the sunglasses this morning and keep them out for the next few days," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Jurors found truck driver Yan R. McHenry, 47, Dallas, not guilty of involuntary manslaughter while driving under the influence.
The Eudora school district is using a program called, PowerSchool, which allows parents to check their children's school records. Through this program, parents can find out their child's grades, attendance and student tardiness.
About 500 people gathered at the Lawrence Holidome Thursday to celebrate the career of former Kansas University basketball coach Ted Owens and to raise money for the Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center.
Coach Dirk Wedd has his team taking it one step at a time, literally. Team members must step on a step to get to the practice field each day.
The last time Kansas University met Colorado, the Jayhawks lost the game, 50-47, in overtime. Although the team put up a lot of stats that game, KU's Mark Simmons says the only stat he'll be concentrating on this Saturday is the big W.
The Jayhawks need to win the next three games, including this Saturday's game against Colorado, to be eligible for a bowl game.
Kansas University has been picked to win the conference this year, according to a media poll released Thursday. KU senior Wayne Simien is also the media's preseason player of the year.
HINU loses their home opener to McPherson College, 97-68, Thursday night.
Kansas University and Haskell Indian Nations University are teaming to present a two-day conference, "Shifting Borders," focusing on community-building with African-Americans and American Indians.
East Heights Early Childhood Family Center has eliminated water play and suspended family-style serving of their meals after the health department confirmed three cases of giardia with connections to the center.
Firebirds say that if it weren't for the half-back pass play, the team would not be where they are today. In two major football games this season, both games were won with a half-back pass play.
Charles Branson will take over the job as the county's top prosecutor in January after defeating Christine Kenney. But the race affects much more than just the two candidates.
After a week-long investigation of Lawrence Memorial Park Cemetery, 6News have found many families wondering where their loved-ones graves stones are at and what happened to the money that they paid for them.
Now that the races are over, how do you remove the stickers off of your car bumpers? Well, several shops around Lawrence including Richard's Detailing & Mobile Wash are experts at removing old bumper stickers.
Lawrence officials are hopeful that the school district's $50 million bond issue will pass in April, especially after seeing other school districts pass similar bond issues Tuesday.
Months of high-energy, high-adrenaline campaigning came to an end last night for local and national partisans of both major parties. The end of all the excitement might affect more people than just the candidates.
Sen. John F. Kerry beat out President Bush by more than 7,000 votes in Douglas County, and if a majority of Douglas County residents had their way, Bush whould have read his concession speech today.
It's estimated that 120 million people voted in the 2004 presidential election, 15 million more than in 2000. Lawrence was no exception to the trend.
Six cities across the country cast their ballots Tuesday for the opportunity to overturn a smoking ban in their city. Here in Lawrence, the Appeal to Reason and Tolerance Coalition is collecting signatures to have Lawrence residents do the same.
A Division II team might be a good way for the Jayhawks to open their season this weekend, as Kansas is far from healthy enough to play anybody else.
The Kansas men's basketball season starts in five days in an exhibition game against Emporia State. After more than two weeks of practice, Coach Bill Self gives his team a B.
The last time KU played at Memorial Stadium, it was the feel-good win of the year. But much has changed in the past month, and on Saturday the Jayhawks hope to beat Colorado and stay mathematically alive in the race for the Big 12 North.
For the past eight years, the Lawrence High and Free State High tumbling squads have practiced side-by-side as separate teams. This year, for the first time, they are both headed to state.
Fifth grade students at Hillcrest Elementary celebrated the Day of the Dead today. Day of the Dead is a Hispanic holiday that honors one's relatives who have passed on.
Unusually large numbers of voters were turning out at the polls today to choose between President Bush and Democratic Sen. John Kerry after a deadlocked White House campaign marked by deep divisions over the war in Iraq, the battle against terrorism and the economy.
Lawrence Free State High School students overwhelmingly picked Democratic candidates in a mock election Monday.
If you're headed out to the Election Day polls today, cloudy skies and chilly temperatures await. And hold onto your ballots -- the winds will be gusting up to 30 mph. "Those winds, that's what kind of hits you in the face this morning," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "It's a blustery day, with the winds staying out of the north and east."
Marci Francisco, 2nd District candidate for State Senate, looks to win the race.
Margurite Ermeling hopeful in 3rd District Commissioner race. She talks about her Independent affiliation and support she received during her campaign.
Marni Penrod speaks optimistically about the Douglas County Clerk race.
Jere McElhaney talks about presumably winning the 3rd District Commissioner seat.
Ken McGovern, who ran unopposed for the Douglas County Sheriff position, discusses his history with the sheriff's office.
Paula Gilchrist is a social service director at the Salvation Army and presumed winner of the Douglas County Treasurer position.
Bob Johnson wins 2nd District County Commission position. He discusses his race and how he feels about others.
Tonganoxie entered Tuesday night's game against Basehor-Linwood as the district champion. And the Chieftains left the game still on top. Tonganoxie beat Basehor-Linwood, 34-10.
The Jayhawks head into the Big 12 tournament Wednesday in Texas as the number one seed. Kansas University will face Iowa State at 11 a.m. Wednesday.
Dennis Moore addresses the crowd at his victory party. Moore beat Kris Kobach in the race for the 3rd District position.
Jason Swanson will make his first appearance as the starting quarterback for the Jayhawks Saturday against Colorado.
According to election officials at five polling places in Lawrence, voters are turning up at polling sites at a record high.
6News reporter Holly Naylor says there hasn't been any major meltdowns at the polling booths today but workers aren't taking any chances.
More than 4,000 Douglas County students in grades kindergarten through 12 participated in Kids Voting. Students at New York Elementary say that the Kids Voting results will be different from the official results.
Dennis Moore will serve a fourth term for the 3rd District US House seat. Congressman Moore was in good spirits as he addressed his Overland Park watch party.
The county clerk's office believes that polling sites will be very busy. Many advance voters have already turned in their ballots. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If voters are in line when the polls close, they will be allowed to vote, but doors will be closed.
County commissioners are urging candidates to be scrupulous about the campaign materials limits at voting places.
Currently, Hillcrest Elementary is the only Lawrence school with an E.S.L. program. The number of international students have doubled since 1999, which means Hillcrest is overcrowded.
Commissioners are considering an idea to send a lobbyist to Topeka during the next legislative session.
More than 50 people participated in the downtown march.
Many businesses stayed open until 6:30 p.m. on Sunday to give out treats to children.
Sunflower Bike Shop was gutted by fire in 1997. Lawrence-Douglas County firefighters believe that the old construction put downtown businesses at a similar risk.
Adam Barmann's undisclosed injury will keep him from playing for most of the season, and a return will be unlikely. Jason Swanson will take over starting quarterback duties.
The Fighting Indians have a 4-6 record for the season.
Lawrence High advanced to the tournament match after quick victories over St. Thomas Aquinas. However, they fell to Washburn Rural.
Free State girls finished 7th overall, and Lawrence High girls finished in 9th place. The boys did not do as well.
The playoffs are supposed to start at home, but the Firebirds cannot play at Memorial Stadium on Fridays. They may be playing at Haskell's stadium.
Coach Francis won honors and four players were named to the All-Big 12 first team.
Brandon Botkin gives the record highs and lows for November 1.
Local researchers have discovered that most voters at KU appear to lean to Bush.
Keep your umbrella handy today and grab a jacket -- more rain is expected this morning and the temperature will fall into the low 50s by this afternoon, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
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