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With 2007 fresh at our doorstep, we take a look back at the top 10 news stories of the Lawrence area.
In what is likely the highest day of sales yearly for wine and champagne, some Lawrence liquor stores were prepared for the holiday.
A look back at the local sports stories of 2006.
Some local men have discovered a way to fuel cars without wasting gasoline, and no, we aren't talking about electric cars!
The Jayhawks had another sluggish game, this time against the Xavier Musketeers. The Jayhawks lost the contest 63-72.
Early on the morning of Sept. 17 — a Sunday morning, a morning set aside for church and family — fire trucks blared down New Jersey Street. It was a house fire, and people were trapped inside. In a matter of hours, a longtime Lawrence family had lost five members, including four children.
On Thursday, Oklahoma State defeated Alabama in the Independence Bowl, but K-State was crushed by Rutgers in the Texas Bowl and Texas A & M was dismantled by California in the Holiday Bowl.
Only one Jayhawk player scored in double figures last night against Detroit. No, it wasn't Brandon, Jullian, or Darrell...for the second straight game, it was sophomore guard Mario Chalmers.
This Sunday, the Jayhawks with play the final basketball game of 2006 in Allen Fieldhouse, but before that battle, the ladies have to worry about Northern Illinois.
Sergeant Dan Ward with the Lawrence Police Department says the most important thing you can do this Holiday Season is to make sure you have a designated driver.
Saddam Hussein was hanged just after nine O'clock tonight. The 69 year old was hooded, then led to the gallows and executed without ceremony.
The Lawrence, Edwards, and Medical Center Campuses will be closed for a national Day of Mourning in honor of Ford who passed away Tuesday.
A year after the Hobbs Taylor Lofts welcomed it's first residents, the downtown complex is still searching for a retail tenant.
Commissioner Sue Hack has suggested replacing the third Tuesday meeting of the month with a shorter meeting on Thursday mornings.
It's been about twenty years since Liberty Hall has had a makeover. Now, work is underway to modernize the theatre while still maintaining it's vintage feel. The hall has been the site of several concerts, films, and special events.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, seats at Liberty Hall will get a New Year's makeover, having a safe end of the year celebration, and mourning for former President Gerald Ford.
Tuesday will honor Gerald Ford.
With Christmas behind us, you will have your first chance to get rid of that Christmas Tree tomorrow.
With no school during the holiday break, several local kids find themselves faced with boredom. Some have been spending their break at a local indoor swimming pool.
Last week a witness in a Lawrence aggravated-battery was shot the day before the trial was to begin, today prosecutors say it was more than a coincidence. Three of out the four people connected with conspiring against the witness have formally been charged in Franklin County today.
The 'Share the Warmth' program had another strong year after they collected and cleaned over 2200 coats in Lawrence this year.
Though it did not reach the goal of $100,000, the Salvation Army is happy to report receiving over $80,000 in donations this holiday season.
If you plan on ringing in the New Year with alcoholic beverages, don't risk driving home intoxicated - call the 'Tipsy Taxi' instead. And best of all - it's free!
The current Kansas Attorney General Phil Kline has been in a legal battle with a Wichita-based abortion clinic for over a week, now Governor Sebelius weighs in on the issue.
In the East Hills Business Park of Lawrence, plans for a high-tech incubator that will cost a reported $7.5M are under way.
Westar had planned on deciding the site of the controversial coal-fired plant by the end of 2006, but will now wait until the new year to make a decision.
The city of Lawrence and a city employee are suing Brandon Woods after an accident with a toxic chemical.
She may not dominate the box score, but without the defense and basketball IQ of Kelsey Harrison, the Free State Firebirds would not be the 4th ranked team in the state.
Behind Mario Chalmers 22 points, the Jayhawks were able to overcome a supposed lack of focus and terrible free throw shooting to take care of the visiting Detroit Mercy Titans.
With 8 Big 12 Bowl games in the next 5 days, one might have trouble keeping up. Tonight, 3 Big 12 games were played.
Prosecutor: 'I don't think this was a coincidence'
High demand makes equipment more costly
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, new lab space for bioscience firms will be built in East Hills Business Park and more about Attorney General Phill Kline's efforts to prosecute George Tiller.
Project would cost $7.5 million.
6News weather report from December 27.
In the last 20 days, Jenna Brantley has only been able to play organized basketball twice. Forget all the off time though, it's those days that provide this story.
On the ladies hardwood, Bonnie Henrickson's team will end an eight day layoff Friday. That's when the Jayhawks take on Northern Illinois in the Fieldhouse.
In a 5 on 5 game, it's likely the Kansas men can compete with just about anybody on the hardwood. But if it's five against 500, that's changes things.
A spike in oil prices this year helped boost petroleum production in the Sunflower state.
A Sedgwick County judge refuses to reinstate criminal charges filed by attorney general Phill Kline against Wichita abortion provider George Tiller.
The gifts are unwrapped and now its time to think about writing thank you notes. But are thank you notes an outdated practice or have we lost our manners?
They took Lawrence by political storm four years ago, sweeping three candidates into office, but now it looks like the Progressive Lawrence Campaign will likely not be active for elections coming up this fall.
Lawrence police make two more arrests in connection with a shooting last week in Ottawa.
Flags are lowered to half-staff in Lawrence and across the country today as the nation mourns the death of its 38th president.
Says special prosecutor will continue work.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, former President Gerald Ford had ties to Lawrence, the lost art of the "thank-you" note, and investigation of the shooting in Ottawa.
Says prosecution can continue even when Morrison takes office.
Fred Williams was dismissed in 2004.
Former president pick Bob Dole as his running mate.
For Kansas the football season ended on Nov. 25, but for eight other conference teams the bowl season is just beginning.
Seven months ago, five-star forward Darrell Arthur had a dream he was playing for Bill Self's Jayhawks. Now nearly half-way through his first season at Kansas, Darrell is definitely living that dream.
The prep-sters are currently on day four of a mandated five day break from winter sports activities.
Baldwin City hopes to work with Lawrence to preserve its long-term water supply.
Millions of dollars of repairs needed at the state's regents universities has been making headlines for years.
Burglary suspects fleeing the scene of an apartment complex strike a police officer with their car.
The latest round of violence outside downtown's Last Call night club ends with police arresting six men, all from the Kansas City area.
Almost a year after a fatal shooting on Massachusetts Street, city leaders say they dropped the ball on downtown security.
If Santa didn't bring you just what you wanted this year, chances are you'll soon make a visit to the store for a return.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, city leaders take blame for failure in downtown nightlife security, and more about return policies after Christmas.
Stephen Cory gives the highs and lows for December 25.
After a solid victory over Boston College, Coach Self rewarded the team by letting them take off a few days for the holidays.
It was a statement win the KU desperately needed and after an 84-66 victory over Boston College Saturday, the Jayhawks once again have the attention of the rest of the country.
The U.S. Army and Marine Corp. have been developing a new field manual on counter insurgency - the first in more than 20 years.
The upcoming session of the legislature will bring renewed push for the primary seat-belt law in Kansas.
The city moves forward with plans for the newest park in west Lawrence.
The streets of Lawrence were empty tonight because if you weren't at home the place to be was the movie theatre.
For more than 100 years, she celebrated her birthday on Christmas but today marks more than just another candle on the cake for Gertrude Halberg.
People in Lawrence got a hearty helping of Christmas spirit at the 13th annual community Christmas dinner.
Douglas County Commissioners gave themselves an $11,000 pay raise last week bringing their salaries to $32,000 a year.
A 51-point blowout over Winston-Salem State isn't exactly the best tune-up for a top tier team out of the ACC, but nonetheless the Jayhawks stepped up their game yesterday in a route to a 84-66 win over Boston College in Allen Fieldhouse.
We all know of Rudolph the Red Nosed Rain-deer but did you know he was born right here in Lawrence?
Kansas has a new cash crop growing right here in the heartland.
It's one of the most common sites around the halls and on the fans at the city's oldest high school.
It's their 50th year of spreading Christmas cheer one song at a time.
While the Lions roared back into the boys contest, it was the Firebirds that came from behind to win the girls version of the city showdown.
Last night at Free State High, they literally had to turn people away at the door. That's how hot a ticket last night's city showdown was.
Last Tuesday's 51-point blow out of Winston-Salem State may have helped boost the confidence of the KU men's basketball team. Now the Jayhawks hope to carry that momentum into the tomorrow's contest against Boston College.
KU's mascot has an identical twin at a high school hundreds of miles away.
A Friday field trip to the movies becomes a learning experience for a group of local 4-H'ers.
Lawrence employers are relatively optimistic about their hiring plans heading into the new year, according to a new report.
It's the ultimate gift this holiday season - the gift of life.
Rachael Magario has spent the last decade working on her undergraduate and graduate degrees on the KU campus, but for Magario getting around campus can be difficult because she's blind.
A Lawrence woman is arrested in connection with a shooting in Ottawa that left a witness in a Douglas County court case seriously injured.
Attorney general Phill Kline's investigation into a Wichita abortion provider has hit a road block.
Lawrence's gay and lesbian community pushes to extend the rights of long-term couples.
Lawrence could become the first city in the state to legally recognize gay partnerships.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, Lawrence police bring in a woman in connection to shooting in Ottawa, and a school district in Pennsylvania shares a mascot with KU.
Kline, an ardent opponent of abortion, has been investigating clinics operated by Tiller and Planned Parenthood.
The investigation continues.
After both the girls and boys squad defeated Wichita Word of Life last Saturday, the Eagles are looking forward to the rest of a promising season.
A Lawrence man thought he was chatting online with an under age girl, however it was actually a police officer and he has been put in jail for the offense.
In the shooting case of Mike Miller, Ottawa police have been searching for Lisa Winter who may be somehow connected to the incident.
In an odd prank and case of animal cruelty, two roosters were spray-painted green and chained to a tree at the Free State High School this morning.
The Lawrence business 'Protection One' has announced it will be merging with a New York-based business named 'Integrated Alarm Services Group.'
Willie D. Paul was injured in a wreck on K-10 over a week ago and has been battling the injuries since. Today, however, the condition worsened and Willie passed away.
A little boy helped the Lawrence Library hit a major milestone, when he checked out their 1,000,000th book of the year.
Ron Garvin, South Junior High's physical education teacher and football coach, is the 2006-07 'Lawrence Master Teacher.'
Haskell University of Lawrence is looking for someone to takeover as President of the University and now, two candidates have emerged.
Two local officers have been serving the area for over three decades and today they got some recognition for it.
The number of dogs and other animals abandoned and left in front of the Humane Society always increases as the holidays near.
After going down with a severely sprained ankle two weeks ago, Free State girls guard Jenna Brantley hadn't been on the court since, that is until tonight the Firebirds win over rival Lawrence High.
In the battle of city bragging rights, LHS came up victorious after a very closely contested game, winning by only a single point.
Governor Kathleen Sebelius announced that the proposed coal plant for Western Kansas will probably be built despite numerous oppositions. She stated that if it isn't built here, they will merely move it elsewhere and it has the potential to boast the economy for that area.
Police this evening are looking for a Lawrence woman in connection with a shooting earlier this week that seriously injured a witness hours before he was scheduled to testify in a criminal trial.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, man injured in a K-10 wreck last weekend has died, and a breakdown of crime numbers in Lawrence.
Sunflower Electric has proposed three700-megawatt plants next to its current 360-megawatt facility in the west Kansas town of Holcomb.
Roosters were green at Free State.
Willie D. Paul died during the night, after a week in the hospital.
The commission plans to have a hearing Jan. 17 on the allegations.
In the Western part of Kansas and throughout Colorado, snow is causing headaches for holiday travelers. The Denver Airport even had to cancel several flights and left many visitors spending an unexpected evening sleeping on cots.
If you are needing to buy that 'gotta have' toy for someone special, but are strapped for cash, consider trading in your old CDs, DVDs, or video games for quick cash or store credit at a couple of local locations.
The 'Who's Next in 2007' issue of 'Newsweek' magazine features an article on the Kansas Democrat and the prominence of 'blue' over a once 'red' terrain.
Before the students of Lawrence High and Free State High can head off to celebrate their Christmas break, they will need to battle each other on the hardwood for basketball bragging rights.
Lawrence's Humans Relations Director, R. Samuel, will be leaving his post after 34 years of service.
48-year old Mike Miller was found shot on 1500 block of S. Hickory St. in Ottawa this afternoon, less than 24 hours before he was scheduled to testify in court.
Outgoing Attorney General Phill Kline was officially appointed as Johnson County's next District Attorney today - whether Gov. Sebelius likes it or not.
Northeast Kansas will have to prepare for several troops to arrive at Fort Riley much sooner than expected.
For the 3rd time this year, the Jayhawk women's basketball squad will play outside of the fieldhouse, this time against the Indiana Hoosiers.
Now that the KU men's basketball team doesn't have to stress over finals anymore, the Jayhawks have been preparing for the basketball long-haul with 2-a-day practices.
Many drivers in Lawrence will take 27th street as a 'shortcut' from Iowa St. to Louisiana St. The traffic has been increasing over the past few months and now neighbors are noticing the drivers are going a bit too fast. However, several graduate students from KU think they know how to solve the problem.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, South Lawrence residents express concerns over 27th Street traffic and comparing the Douglas County Sheriff's salary with other states.
The City of Lawrence Human Relations director will leave his post after 34 years of service, City Hall leaders announced this afternoon.
Lawrence Memorial Hospital has raised $6.6 million as part of a goal to raise $8 million to help fund a major expansion of the hospital, LMH leaders announced today at a meeting of the hospital’s board.
The Eudora boys finished up their final night of games before holiday break, hosting Gardner-Edgerton.
For the next nine years the border showdown will close out the regular seasons for Kansas and Missouri football.
On Monday she was named the Big 12 Conference Rookie of the week, by the end of the year she'll likely be the Jayhawks' MVP.
Finals are over and its back to basketball full time for the Kansas men.
One local elementary school students overcomes financial obstacles to help fulfill her dreams.
Eudora takes its first dip into the construction of a new city pool and recreation center.
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius says she hasn't yet ruled out banning coal-fired power plants like the ones local leaders spoke out against last month.
Students and faculty who commute to the KU campus in Lawrence to either the Edwards campus or Johnson County Community College will soon have an easier way.
A man working for a local tree trimming company this afternoon in southeast Lawrence is flown by emergency helicopter to a Kansas City hospital.
Trial is postponed for a Lawrence man in the beating death of a his girlfriend this summer.
A judge sends a Gardner man to prison for killing his brother-in-law during a family birthday party.
A Lawrence family gets an early morning wake up call by a man running from police.
Lawrence voters won't cast ballots on a new library in April after all.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, a Lawrence family woken by man running from police, city commissioners consider building the new library at the corner of 7th and New Hampshire, and education officials say that the U.S. needs to step up foreign language lessons.
Late Friday night, at Babcock Apartments, a person or persons broke into several cars stealing Christmas presents out of the car of one resident. Each resident affected is curious as to why they were targeted and why someone would do such a think so close to Christmas.
Emergency crews were called to the offices of 'Wiklund & Peterson' to investigate an unknown white powder discovered in the dentist office.
There are many families here in Douglas County who are unsure of how they will be able to afford Christmas gifts for their children, but 'Toys for Tots' has been gathering gifts and is ready to spread the holiday cheer.
When one usually thinks of an abusive relationship, pictures of adults come to mind. However, in a recent study, it is shown that 1 in 11 teens will also get caught up in an abusive relationship.
Organizers of the 'Lawrence Half-Marathon and 5K' want to use Lawrence city streets, police, & emergency crews for free and are hoping the city can grant this request.
After playing 6 games in 14 days, the Piper Pirates are a bit fatigued. However, their top-ranked squad won every contest and are hungry for their next game.
The Eudora Lady Cardinals faced the Gardner-Edgerton Trailblazers today on the hardwood, but fell short of the victory, 30-46.
While Kansas voters rejected Phil Kline as Attorney General, another group has named him their "Man of the Year."
Joshua Walton appeared in court today for the hit and run accident he was involved in that left a KU student dead.
Douglas County Commissioners gave themselves an $11,000 raise this year, but still say it wasn't as much as it should have been.
The Jayhawk women's team visited Lawrence Memorial Hospital earlier today to spread some holiday cheer.
After getting into foul trouble earlier in the year, KU freshman phenom Darrell Arthur asked coach Self to come off the bench for the game against Toledo. But will this trend continue?
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, county commissioners give themselves a 50 percent pay increase, junior high students learn about respect in relationships, and the latest comments about the proposed western Kansas coal power plant.
Kansas attorney general wins award after losing election.
Emergency crews this morning responded to a report from a Lawrence dental office of a powdery substance found inside an envelope.
The pay increases are based on a survey of the pay received by county officials in other Kansas counties
On the prep hardwood this weekend, the Piper boys continued to coast through their schedule.
With only a few weeks left until the filing deadline, there is only 1 'hat in the ring' and 4 empty spots available on the Lawrence School Board. Many current board members will more than likely wait until the deadline to reach a decision on running for another term.
Starting the game with an amazing 40-0 run, the Veritas girls basketball team never looked back defeating Wichita Word of Life 50-22.
In a close match over Wichita Word of Life, the boys basketball team was able to taste victory for the first time this season, 62-57.
While one study has Lawrence listed as the 4th best city in the country for renters, but another has it listed as one of the worst areas for rentals.
Two members of Lawrence Realty Associates are looking for an edge in competition and might have found it by offering property auctions.
The Miss Kansas and Miss Teen Kansas pageants come to a conclusion tonight.
Homes in the South Lawrence neighborhood of Indian Hills places luminaries by the road. This is the 22nd year for this Indian Hills tradition.
With the recent E. Coli outbreaks in Taco Bell and the Spinach recall from a few months ago, local super markets have seen a decline in produce sales.
While a father and son were driving East on HWY 40, an unknown object flew through the windshield of their vehicle.
Though she hasn't officially begun her duties in the 2nd District, Nancy Boyda has unofficially been doing some work in Topeka, eager to take office in January.
The Jayhawks found the offense they were missing in previous games and came up victorious over the visiting Santa Clara Broncos.
The KU mens basketball team headed off to Wal-Mart earlier today to purchase gifts for less fortunate families throughout the community.
With lagging volunteer service, the independent Eudora Emergency Medical Service puts out a 'call for help.'
Two people sent to hospital.
Guns packing some major firepower were seized outside of 'Last Call' late last night. Due to a concert at the club, police decided to send extra officers to watch over the night club. Officers became wary when they noticed two fully-loaded guns within a car outside the club.
K-10 was shut down shortly after a 27-year-old man accidentally ran his vehicle off the road. There has not yet been any updates available on the victim.
The bells are ringing, but who is listening? With only a week left to raise $100,000, the Salvation Army is only at the halfway mark.
The #1 ranked Piper Pirates had their way with the Perry-Lecompton boys basketball team, winning the contest 65-38.
The truth is that it will be fairly expensive for the city to pay for a new public library and so far, two different ideas have been proposed.
State Legislators decide how our tax money will be spent each year, but how much are they making annually?
In the "High School Game of the Week," the Eudora Lady Cardinals held the Anderson Co. Lady Bulldogs to only 17 points in route to a 39-17 victory.
The Anderson Co. Bulldogs came into Eudora to face the Cardinals boys team with hopes of victory, however, the Cardinals played solid all game leading to a 45-33 victory.
After the attempted sexual assault of a woman on campus, the KU police have issued a crime alert and ask students to be weary of walking alone.
Several members of the Lawrence Police Department received rewards of honor today for their efforts in numerous emergencies in the last year.
The Basehor-Linwood Bobcats added the lady Jaguars to their list of victories this season capping another game boasting their tough defense.
One night after the LHS girls team lost to the S.M.N.W. Cougars, the boys team faced the challenge of avenging their loss. In an extremely close contest, LHS came up victorious, 65-62.
While the boys team may have had a hard time against the Topeka Trojans, the ladies were all business routing the team at home, 51-31.
The visiting Free State Firebirds headed into Topeka ready for some hardwood action, however, the Trojans came out to play tonight and took home the victory 74-63.
Despite the state's decision to shut down the historic 'Constitution Hall' for the winter due to lack of resources, local residents are trying to come up with ways to keep the site open.
Accident right before 5 p.m.
The Lawrence city commission has also filed a letter in opposition.
Fred DeVictor had been with City Hall since 1970.
An infant is dead from repeated child abuse, her father convicted of the killing, but today the baby's mother appears in a Douglas County Courtroom to face judgement for what she failed to do to protect her child.
Lawrence High School squared off against in-town rival Free State High today at the Lawrence Aquatic Center for a swim meet.
State and Federal transportation officials held an open house comparing the two different proposed routes to connect I-70 west of Lawrence to K-10 east of town.
Decked out in santa hats and flashing lights, several Lawrence residents hit the streets jogging through downtown Lawrence in an annual charity event.
While most people probably remember him as the first African-American to play for the Oklahoma Sooners, those who know Prentice Gautt best say his contributions to society went bar beyond athletics.
The March 12th freak weather incident caused 5.5 million dollars in damages to 73 buildings on campus. The state will pay for 4 million dollars of these damages.
Someone has smashed windows and stolen cash and the cash register from both Baskin-Robbins stores in Lawrence. Police do not yet have any suspects.
Chris Orr has been in critical condition since he suffered head trauma during the tragic 'Cat Tracker incident last month, but is starting to show signs of improvement. His condition has now been updated to 'stable.'
The Basehor-Linwood High School girls basketball team have been destroying its opponents this year on the defensive end. The Bobcats have held their opponents to less than 40 points in every contest this season.
The students weren't visiting the Governor to spread Holiday cheer, but rather to drop off 6500 postcards all signed by students urging the Governor to get behind an effort to address a 727 million dollar deferred-maintenance backlog.
Despite a 21-point performance from T. Bird, LHS fell to the S.M.N.W. Cougars 59-65.
Friday will be the last day for finals at KU, which will be a big sigh of relief for lots of KU students. But for the men's basketball team, it means a return to the hardwood to ready for next week's match-up with WSS.
No traffic jams, no crowded downtown, this can't be graduation time can it? For students graduating in December, it just isn't as fun.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, brothers graduate from KU together, community members speak out about the SLT, and KU looks to the state for help with microburst repairs.
The microburst caused about $5.5 million damage to 73 buildings.
Testimony will help decide trafficway's future.
"Health in Pregnancy" started in July
Accident comes after four-way stop installed.
Holiday decorations continue to be stolen from homes in West Lawrence, and neighbors are getting fed up. Five different incidents of this holiday theft have been reported including a theft-in-progress early this morning. Police have apprehended the two suspects and hope this issue will soon be resolved.
Someone broke out a window and stole a paint-sprayer at the 100 block of Comfort Ct., a neighborhood being designed for low-income housing. There is no suspect yet for the break-in.
A 25-year-old Topeka man struck a signpost, sent the car in a spin, and ended up rolling the vehicle two times before crashing into a construction area. A medical helicopter was required to rush the injured man to receive emergency treatment.
The Holidome in Lawrence is getting brand new furniture for its 192 guest rooms and is looking to give away the current furniture to anyone with a student ID from KU, Baker, or Haskell Universities.
The Grassroots Action organization met for the first time tonight with hopes of making life easier for Lawrence residents at home and at work.
In the first installment of what looks to be a new KU tradition, several students gathered around the KU Memorial Union to let out a giant scream of frustration to clear their heads for their next grueling final!
Susan Shackleford, 41, of Lawrence has been identified as the deceased woman found near the Kansas River Levee early this morning. Her cause of death has not yet been determined.
Sometime between 8:30 p.m. Monday night and early Tuesday morning, and unknown person or persons broke into the Lawrence Catholic Charities in Northwest Lawrence. It is not yet known what, if anything, was stolen.
With all the hype surrounding the highly ranked Lady Chieftains, it has been a wonderful surprise to have the boys team off to an undefeated start as well!
There are a total of seven freshmen on the KU women's basketball team, each one of them showing loads of potential this season on the court. However, this week marks the first time they have truly been tested at Ku off the court during finals week.
Sasha Kahn has admittedly been a step slow since returning from an early-season knee injury which sidelined him for several games. However, playing against Toledo, Kahn showed fans a glimpse of his old self.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, proposals to extend the eastern leg of the SLT, new progressive political action committee meets, and ousted state BOE member Connie Morris has planned one last trip on the taxpayer dime.
New board is seated Jan. 9
The annual Geminid meteor shower is tonight
A strategy to increase the number of affordable homes in Lawrence began to emerge this morning from a city-appointed task force.
Lawrence police are investigating a body found this morning near the Kansas River levee.
The board deadlocked 5-5 on a proposal that would prohibit board members from using tax dollars to travel out of state after they are defeated in an election.
The Lady Bobcats hosted Lansing tonight, pulling out a 42-23 victory.
Basehor-Linwood boys basketball team took on Lansing, beating the Lions 61-50.
The Lady Cardinals hosted Silver Lake tonight, pulling out a 48-40 victory.
Eudora High boys basketball team took on Silver Lake, beating the Eagles 58-46.
Last season the Tonganoxie girls basketball team was ousted by KC Sumner in the sub-state final. But after winning the Eudora Invite last week to start the season, all eyes are on the team from T-town.
It's becoming abundantly clear that the best four players on the KU women's basketball team are all freshmen.
It's a scheduling hole in December that every team in college basketball has to deal with. Simply put, it's finals week at the University of Kansas.
Lawrence police are hoping surveillance video will help them catch to burglars.
As Hanukkah approaches there are still many of us who don't know much about the holiday - but that is changing with a little help from the Chabbad Center.
She's worked to make Lawrence a healthier place to live since 1973.
Kansas is as prepared as possible for the unthinkable - the state ranks second in the nation in planning for bio-terror attacks and other other public health emergencies.
A Colorado conservation group becomes the latest organization to speak out against plans for a new coal-fired power plant in southwest Kansas.
Kansas' prison population is expected to climb by 26 percent over the next nine years, and there are more than 500 million dollars in associated costs with those potential problems lingering.
Just hours after his political revival, outgoing Kansas attorney general Phill Kline bashes the media and plans changes for his new office.
Owners of a Lawrence second-hand store where police claim stolen goods were accepted and sold are arrested.
If you're noticing something a little bit off with your drinking water in Lawrence, you're not alone.
Lawrence city commissioners pave the way for a major redevelopment in east Lawrence.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, unusual smell and taste in drinking water is not harmful, and online holiday shopping has an impact on local stores.
Lawrence residents may be noticing an odd taste and smell from their tap water due to an unusual algae occurrence in Clinton Lake.
Paul Morrison defeated Phil Kline this last November for the Attorney General position in Kansas, leaving his post as District Attorney. In a strange twist, Republican voters chose Phil Kline to replace the man who defeated him for re-election.
While there is still no suspect in the mysterious murder of local hip-hop artist Anthony Vital, police have arrested 4 people based on charges discovered during the murder investigation.
To celebrate her own re-election, and the re-elections of several of her colleagues, Gov. Kathleen Sebelius plans on throwing several congratulatory events in January.
Pearson Government Solutions is being sold for 600 million dollars to Veritas Capital Partners - a private equity investment firm.
A bit of weather history from a local youth. This week: Jimmy Cooper!
Strapped to find new ways for neighborhood improvement, city leaders look to developers to pay for our streets and parks.
Official Adequate Yearly Progress reports came in today for Lawrence schools, and the local education facilities fared even better than originally thought!
More than 120 people have tested positive for E. Coli from eating at 6 different Taco Bell's across the country - most of which on the East Coast. However, the local restaurants have been tested and there is nothing to worry about here.
Douglas County Commissioners want to start repairs March 12th and finish by August 10th. Hefty fees could be assigned if the bridge is not fully repaired on time.
The Jayhawks put up a good fight against the Golden Bears on Sunday, but ultimately came up short of the win. However, the fans got a glimpse of the future as Danielle McCray was moved to the post and had a breakout game.
Even though Kansas has won their last two contests, the team still struggled and looked out of sync on the floor. With finals week here, the 'Hawks get a much needed 10-day break to regroup and ready for the long dance to March.
After losing in the final round of a tournament against Junction City, the FSHS girls basketball team was served their first loss of the season, but are still feeling very confident about the rest of the season.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, commissioners set the date for work to begin on the Lecompton bridge and legislative leaders give their blessings to KU to continue discussion for partners in life sciences on both sides of Kansas-Missouri line.
KU Chancellor Robert Hemenway assured the lawmakers that KU would do nothing to hurt KU Hospital or health care in Kansas.
District has feared closure would hurt its headcount
He may not look a thing like Santa, but Case Brewer has been busy this holiday season buying gifts for those in need. Using the website, www.larryville.com, Brewer has been answering requests made by locals in need of holiday help...and hopes he may inspire others to do the same.
Santa Claus made a quick stop in Lawrence today to spend some time with local youths and to make sure everyone in town is staying off his 'naughty list' this season.
As a result of the declining population over the last 15 years, the area has lost legislative seats and many worry the power may be shifting East.
At Free State Glass, the products created by these crafty artists are anything but ordinary.
The city is considering creating a 'City Auditor' position to evaluate the city's performance and efficiency and to suggest ways the city can improve.
A proposed development near 8th and Louisiana is awaiting approval from the Lawrence City Commission.
Despite a wonderful game from freshman McCray, the Jayhawks couldn't get the 'W' against the Golden Bears.
KU fell behind early to Toledo, but managed to come back and seal the win. This marks yet another game this season where the team looked somewhat uninspired.
The Firebirds barely lost to Junction City in the final battle of the Metro Prep Classic 44-39.
Bryan Duncan's Free State girls basketball squad hooked up with Topeka Seamen in the semi's of the metro prep classic.
The Free State guys took on the KC Washington in consolation action at the Citizens National Bank tourney in Leavenworth.
Heading to Overland Park the Lawrence guys were locked up in a semifinal at the Blue Valley Shootout.
The Kansas women welcome Pac 10 opponent California to the Phog on Sunday.
The Kansas men get a chance at some rock chalk revenge this weekend.
Haskell Indian Nations University has said farewell to Dr. Karen Swisher.
Governor Kathleen Sebelius says she'll begin her second term with a head start because most of her cabinet will remain the same for her second term, with a few exceptions.
Outgoing Kansas Attorney General Phill Kline may have his sights set on another run for political office, but this time as Johnson County district attorney.
Many families struggling to provide christmas gifts for their children turn to Lawrence's Adopt-A-Family program.
New fees could be on the way for Lawrence developers.
A judge postpones the trial for a man charged in a deadly shooting outside a downtown nightclub.
It's a theft that strikes right at the holiday spirit in Lawrence.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, Christmas are stolen from a famously-decorated house, charities receive holiday donations, and city leaders discuss new development fees.
Election 'opened eyes' to possibilities, Hensley says.
As the nation observes the 65th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, one former marine says memories of that December 7th morning come rushing back. To Charlie Hensen, the events are still so etched in his mind, it feels like it only happened yesterday.
Kansas inmate John Maynard, accused of sneaking out of prison in a dog crate, has pleaded 'not guilty' to said charges against him.
Forty-one students graduated today during the fall graduation ceremony at Haskell University and watched as Dr. Karen Swisher attended her last ceremony as the school's leader.
In a very busy tournament night on the prep hardwood, many local high school girls basketball teams came up victorious!
In Florida, a man dressed as an elf - one of Santa's helpers - is standing aside a busy highway trying to catch speeders during the busy holiday season.
Political leaders analyze this year's midterm elections and talk about how the new democratic government will affect the future. The discussion took place at the Dole Institute of Politics.
In the ongoing investigation of the 'Cat Tracker fatality last month, District Attorney Charles Branson is asking Lawrence police for more information on the driver, Brett Simonsson.
Earlier this week, the new-and-improved cafeteria opened at Southwest Junior High School - the first bond issue construction project to be finished.
At last night's student senate meeting, a resolution was passed to add two items to a special election in February regarding KU on wheels.
It's 9 games into the season for the Jayhawks, and the team is still in search of a bona fide leader. Brandon Rush was thought to be the likely candidate for the role, but has been struggling recently.
The LHS Lions and FSHS Firebirds are just two of the eight teams participating in several tournaments throughout this week.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, Lawrence school district finishes its first bond-issue project, a new cafeteria. Also, remembering Pearl Harbor and more about intelligent design.
Chuck Law's boys squad travels to Leavenworth for the Citizens National Bank Invitational.
For Chris Davis and the Lawrence Lions, it's all about repeating.
When the Kansas men's basketball team takes the floor at Kemper Arena this Saturday against Toledo, it will be the last time the Jayhawks do so.
The college basketball season has not been good to the elite teams on the men's side so far this season.
Large deficits have been a large problem for Bonnie Hendrickson's team as of late.
You might call them edible works of art - 32 of the most extravagant gingerbread houses you've ever seen went on the auction block tonight at the Eldridge Hotel.
Good news for Kansas drivers - a new report shows the Sunflower State has one of the lowest auto insurance rates in the country.
This flu season, health officials want you to have some good clean fun.
A shift in power at the state level could spell trouble for Lawrence city leaders.
The Douglas County district attorney's office charges KU football player Jerome Kemp with felony motor vehicle burglary.
Students from all six regents schools in Kansas are pushing for increased funding regarding deferred maintenance.
We may have clear skies over Lawrence today, but city officials are bracing for the possibility of rain, trying to raise the level of awareness for future flooding.
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, flood awareness on the rise, student leaders at KU speak out about crumbling classrooms, and a look back on World War II.
Kansas safety Jerome Kemp was charged today with felony motor vehicle burglary and two misdemeanors.
The Ottawa Police Department has identified a woman killed in a wreck Tuesday afternoon as Linda Mustain, 57, Ottawa.
They've been serving hot, restaurant-style breakfast to those in need twice a week for the last twelve years but this morning meal-time hit a milestone.
More than 100 Ft. Riley soldiers are home tonight with their families just in time for the holidays.
There are only 20 shopping days left until Christmas, but how many days are left if you're shipping your gifts?
Their eight-month-old daughter nearly died while at daycare, and today the former childcare provider walks away with probation in the case.
Tonganoxie's girls basketball team rolled past Bishop Ward.
From all night study sessions to reviewing notes moments before a big exam, students across the nation are used to cramming, but a different kind of cramming is taking over these days as schools shrink lunch time to leave more time for academics.
Tournament basketball continued on the prep hardwood in Eudora tonight.
The city commission supports a change in the taxes you pay at the pump.
The Free State wrestling team hit the mat last weekend, finishing in ninth place at the Gardner-Edgerton Invitational.
The Kansas women played their first road game two days ago, but it didn't go so well.
If you had to grade KU's performance on the hardwood last night, the obvious mark would be a "D," because the Jayhawks' defense was outstanding.
A KU football player turns himself in after being suspected of breaking into a car and stealing more than $1,000 in CD's and other items.