‘Sad political stunt’: Lawsuit between Kobach, Kansas governor heats up
A lawsuit filed by Attorney General Kris Kobach to force Kansas leaders to turn over data requested by the federal government heated up this week with sharply worded filings.
Kansas legislators question business and affordable housing tax credit programs over data and costs
Two tax credit program audits were met with skepticism from the Legislative Post Audit committee, one because it lacked data about usage and the other about concerns the state will lose as much as $1 billion in income tax in the coming years.
Mud swallowed half of this Kansas lake. Engineers think they can fight back
In dry years, Tuttle Creek Lake and other reservoirs keep the Kansas River flowing strong enough to provide drinking water for hundreds of thousands of people. But these manmade lakes are disappearing.
Lawrence library to host ‘Booktoberfest’ for adult readers
The Lawrence Public Library will soon host “Booktoberfest,” its annual fall series for adult readers with events including trivia, a documentary screening, an after-hours scavenger hunt at the library and more.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence Bird Alliance welcomes community to discover the joy of birdwatching
On a sunny Saturday at the wetlands, a green heron soars across the sky. Below, Debbie Baker and Kelly Barth of the Lawrence Bird Alliance watch, sharing the experience with a new friend they made that day on the trail. This is a glimpse into birdwatching in Lawrence.
Kansas Board of Regents proposes budget cut, seeks reading and energy investment
The Kansas Board of Regents answered political pressure to avoid aggressive 2026 budget requests for public universities and colleges by endorsing a plan calling for a $4.6 million cut from the current year’s state appropriation.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Candidates for Lawrence City Commission address annexation, homelessness during forum
Lawrence City Commission candidates at a forum Wednesday said annexation is necessary to achieve affordability in the city. They also discussed the city’s response to homelessness.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Douglas County Commission approves 6th and Stoneridge as site for new fire station
Douglas County commissioners on Wednesday joined city commissioners in approving 555 Stoneridge Drive as the location for Fire Station 6.
I-70 ramps in Lawrence to close intermittently overnight
Two of the Lawrence-area Interstate 70 interchanges will have overnight ramp closures intermittently over the next week for pavement resurfacing.
Lawrence authors talk Sunflower State literary spirit, local books ahead of Kansas Book Festival
The annual Kansas Book Festival will enter its 14th chapter this weekend, and Lawrence authors will speak on topics from KU women’s basketball to axe murder to T.S. Elliot. Here are their takes on the Kansas literary scene and some local book recommendations.
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