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Lawrence anti-mask protester will face trial in alleged assault at vaccine clinic for kids
Video and voice recordings that played in court before a Lawrence man was bound over for trial on Thursday captured the anti-mask protester yelling obscenities at police and witnesses just after an alleged assault.
Wyatt Haywood / Contributed Photo
Photos: KU for Ukraine event draws crowd in Lawrence
Stories, poetry and music brought the Lawrence community a little closer to war-torn Ukraine on the other side of the globe Monday evening.
Melinda Hedgecorth / Contributed Photo
Feria de Kansas event invites Lawrence to celebrate spring with Spanish culture
Lawrence community members will have the opportunity to “celebrate spring like the Sevillanos do” during Feria de Kansas on May 1, according to a news release from the event’s sponsor, 45º (45 Grados).
U.S. Sen. Kassebaum looks in mirror, sees GOP moderates like herself no longer viable in Kansas
Former U.S. Sen. Nancy Kassebaum shattered a glass ceiling to become the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate who didn’t follow in footsteps of a male spouse.
Letter to the Times: Banning abortions in Kansas
If a proposed amendment to the Kansas constitution passes, “With almost certainty there will be no legal abortions in Kansas — no matter how she got pregnant or even if she might die from the pregnancy,” Amii Castle writes in this letter to the Times.
New revenue projections give Kansas a $3.1B surplus as governor pushes for food sales tax cut
A revised economic forecast for Kansas projects the state will collect $407.8 million more than previously expected in the upcoming fiscal year, adding to a budget surplus that could be used to eliminate the 6.5% state sales tax on food.
Video: Anti-mask protester arrested at Douglas County Commission meeting
A Lawrence man known for his anti-mask protests near school buildings and district offices was arrested Wednesday just before the Douglas County Commission meeting.
Kansas governor approves budget including extension of postpartum coverage
Gov. Laura Kelly signed Wednesday a $16 billion state budget backed by most lawmakers from both parties, including an extension of postpartum Medicaid coverage, a fully funded water plan and rainy day money.
Mackenzie Clark / Lawrence Times file photo
Albert Wilson files wrongful conviction lawsuit 4 months after rape case is dismissed
Albert Wilson, whose Lawrence rape case made headlines across the country, has filed a wrongful conviction lawsuit against the state of Kansas.
New driving privilege for 15-year-olds opens preferential path to religious activities
Gov. Laura Kelly signed legislation enabling 15-year-olds with restricted driver’s licenses to drive unaccompanied to “religious activities” such as Fellowship of Christian Athletes meetings at a school but not a gathering in the same building of National Honor Society.
August Rudisell / The Lawrence Times
Lawrence PRIDE set for 2-day celebration; donations to benefit Haus of McCoy
Mark your calendars: Organizers are planning a special two-day, multivenue Lawrence PRIDE celebration this June.
Fire, ambulance response times are harmful for emergency outcomes in Lawrence, Fire Medical leaders say
Over the last 15 years, Lawrence’s firefighter-paramedics have seen a 62% increase in call volume but no increase to the number of fire stations.
‘We’re virtually invisible’: Kaw Nation leader wants to prevent erasure when Sacred Red Rock is returned
When the Sacred Red Rock is returned to the Kaw Nation from Lawrence, the Kaw people want to ensure that they are not erased with it.
Democrat Kelly dangles vetoes in front of GOP legislators eager for fresh fight
At least two bills rejected by Gov. Laura Kelly, probably more, will be put on the override docket. That drama will play out after legislators return Monday to Topeka. The backdrop is the 2022 campaign for governor pitting the Democratic incumbent against likely GOP nominee Derek Schmidt, the attorney general.
Tricia Masenthin / The Lawrence Times
Olympic champion Billy Mills encourages youth at Lawrence school named in his honor
Two special lunch guests and a small entourage visited Billy Mills Middle School on Tuesday. Billy Mills himself, and his wife, Patricia, greeted students and educators at the Lawrence school named after the Olympic gold medalist.
August Rudisell / The Lawrence Times
COVID times are changing, and so are Lawrence data sources; here’s what to expect from updates
As the pandemic has dragged on for more than two years, so have the numbers — all representing lives touched by COVID-19.
Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health and others are changing how and when some of those numbers are reported. Here’s what to expect.
August Rudisell/The Lawrence Times
Masks now optional on Lawrence buses
Masks will no longer be required for Lawrence Transit riders or employees following a federal judge’s ruling that suspends enforcement of a mask mandate on public transportation, the city announced Tuesday.
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Justice Matters: Join us at the Action Assembly to witness our collective power (Column)
“When we are united around addressing systemic issues of injustice, the impact is long-lasting and profound,” the co-presidents of Justice Matters write in this column.
The Raven Book Store’s bestsellers for April 19, 2022 (Sponsored post)
“The last few weeks have marked a return to live in-person events for the Raven, and the bestsellers list certainly shows it.”
Governor signs Kansas law allowing harsher penalties against child abusers
Under a new Kansas law, those found guilty of child abuse will face harsher penalties in line with other severe crimes.
August Rudisell / The Lawrence Times
City falling short on some of its public safety goals, update for Lawrence City Commission shows
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday will hear an update on some measures of the city’s performance in safety and security.
Kelly signs bill expanding authority of Kansas advanced practice RNs
The Kansas and national associations of nurse practitioners praised action by the Kansas Legislature and Gov. Laura Kelly to reduce regulatory barriers to licensed advanced practice registered nurses practicing independently, including prescribing of medication without written authorization of a physician.
Clay Wirestone: My grim prediction for Kansas — Abortion banned within a year if voters don’t show up (Column)
“Within the next year, the Kansas Legislature will pass a full ban on abortion, without exceptions for rape or incest. Gov. Derek Schmidt will delightedly sign it and rhapsodize about our state’s culture of life,” Clay Wirestone writes in this column for Kansas Reflector.
August Rudisell/The Lawrence Times
Buses in Lawrence will be free Friday for Earth Day
Anyone who needs a lift can hop on the T fare-free on Friday in celebration of Earth Day, the city announced Monday morning.
