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Transgender people in Lawrence lack answers about enforcement around invalidated driver’s licenses
Transgender people in Lawrence — and former residents who left the country to avoid persecution — have been swept up in the statewide confusion about enforcing anti-trans legislation that invalidates driver’s licenses with corrected gender markers.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Transgender people in Lawrence lack answers about enforcement around invalidated driver’s licenses
Transgender people in Lawrence — and former residents who left the country to avoid persecution — have been swept up in the statewide confusion about enforcing anti-trans legislation that invalidates driver’s licenses with corrected gender markers.
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You should still call, but people can now text 911 in Douglas County
People in Douglas County now have the ability to text 911 in situations where they are unable to safely call, the sheriff’s office announced Friday.
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.
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.
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.
Lawrence Police Department via LDCFM/Contributed Photo
No injuries in fire at Lawrence recycling center
There were no injuries reported in connection with a fire Sunday at Lawrence’s recycling center, 1006 E. 11th St.
Kansas wildfire responders brace as a dangerously dry, windy season drags on
The Kansas wildfire season is typically winding down around this time of year. But after months of drought, high winds and dry grass continue to fuel extreme wildfire conditions across the state.
Lawrence police chief shares information on complaints about officers
Lawrence Community Police Review Board members appeared pleasantly surprised Thursday evening to hear a summary of complaints made against Lawrence police officers in the past few months.
Andrea Albright / The Lawrence Times
Simulation provides glimpse into struggles faced by those moving from incarceration to independence
An interactive simulation on Wednesday highlighted the challenges faced by individuals transitioning from a life of incarceration into the community.
SafeBar Alliance celebrates 12 years of providing sexual assault prevention training to Lawrence bars
The SafeBar Alliance is celebrating its 12th birthday with a new look and plans to increase business participation by nearly 30%.
Lawrence man killed in crash at Bob Billings and K-10
A Lawrence man was killed in a crash off Kansas Highway 10 Friday evening and a Mayetta man suffered serious injuries, according to a Kansas Highway Patrol crash report.
