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Snapchat alerts FBI to threat of gun violence to Lawrence High; police say it wasn’t credible
Snapchat alerted the FBI to a threat a student allegedly made to Lawrence High School, but a local investigation found that the threat wasn’t credible, school officials said Friday.
Snapchat alerts FBI to threat of gun violence to Lawrence High; police say it wasn’t credible
Snapchat alerted the FBI to a threat a student allegedly made to Lawrence High School, but a local investigation found that the threat wasn’t credible, school officials said Friday.
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Douglas County Renters Speak panel at library to highlight tenant experiences, survey results
A panel of local housing experts and advocates will soon take a deep dive into data from more than 1,000 community members who shared their perspectives on rental housing in Lawrence and Douglas County.
Three co-owners of Raven Book Store to take full ownership
Three longtime booksellers at the Raven Book Store will soon take ownership of the store from outgoing majority owner Danny Caine.
Meg Davis/Submitted photo
A view of Lawrence: Social Service League building gets facelift, new mural
The Social Service League on Wednesday celebrated the completion of a facelift to its building, including a mural painted by Lawrence artist Mona Cliff.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Baker University names alum as interim president as search continues
Baker University on Thursday announced the appointment of Hoot Gibson as interim president.
Maya Hodison/Lawrence Times
Lawrence school district committee on high school boundaries will seek analyses from consultant
Members of the Lawrence school district’s committee working on high school boundaries decided Wednesday they need more data from a consultant before presenting their ideas to the community.
2024 election guide for Lawrence and Douglas County voters
Big questions and representation at the local, state and national levels are on Lawrence voters’ ballots for the Nov. 5 general election. Here’s our key need-to-know election info, all in one place.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Planning Commission votes in favor of Pallets behind Lawrence Community Shelter
Planning commissioners on Wednesday voted in favor of plans to build 24 new cabin-like Pallet shelters behind the Lawrence Community Shelter building to provide up to 48 people overnight shelter through the winter.
Tricia Masenthin/Lawrence Times
Bert Nash has not yet voluntarily recognized employee union
A spokesperson from Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center confirmed Wednesday that executives have not voluntarily recognized the union employees have begun organizing.
Andrea Albright/Lawrence Times
Jury trial set for teen charged in shooting death of Lawrence 17-year-old
A 19-year-old Lawrence man pleaded not guilty to an upgraded murder charge in another teen’s shooting death on Wednesday, and the court set his jury trial date.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
City asking Lawrence voters to increase sales taxes for affordable housing, homelessness programs
Lawrence voters will soon decide whether to approve a sales tax increase that would add 1 cent per $20 spent in order to fund affordable housing and homelessness services. Here are some FAQs about the sales tax, what it would cost you, and what it would fund.
KU establishes office to engage with sovereign nation communities, expand Indigenous initiatives
KU announced Wednesday that it has launched a new unit that will focus on engaging with regional Indigenous and Native American communities.
Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Lawrence library’s Community Resource Fair to return with free haircuts, books and more
The Lawrence Public Library’s fourth annual Community Resource Fair will bring numerous local organizations and resources into one space, along with free haircuts, coffee and books.
Cat Video Fest to showcase best cat moments, fundraise for Lawrence Humane Society
A Lawrence event aims to celebrate cats, and help meet their needs, by highlighting some of their best angles captured on camera.
Lawrence school district, police encourage people to report threats of violence promptly
After a social media post titled “Gun at LHS” raised concerns Tuesday, the Lawrence school district and police are reminding people to “report, not repost” if they hear of threats.
Kids shine, Cordley takes first place at Lights On! event
Kiddos from Cordley Elementary and their peers wowed crowds with their dance routines during the Boys & Girls Club’s Lights On! event.
