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Man going to prison for Kan. woman's fentanyl overdose death
DOUGLAS COUNTY —A Kansas man is going to prison for a drug sale death. Last week, Mason Duane Robinson, 28, of Lawrence, was sentenced to 49 months in the Kansas Department of Corrections for distribution of a controlled substance in a case related to the fentanyl-overdose death of a Lawrence woman, according to Douglas County District Attorney Suzanne Valdez.
Bull hops fence at rodeo arena, injures 3 before being captured
SISTERS, Ore. (AP) — A rodeo bull hopped a fence surrounding an Oregon arena and ran through a concession area into a parking lot, injuring at least three people before wranglers caught up with it, officials said. The crowd at the 84th Sisters Rodeo in the city of Sisters...
⚾ Seattle scores 3 in the 10th to hold off the Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Julio Rodríguez hit a tiebreaking single in the 10th inning, Cal Raleigh added a two-run single and the Seattle Mariners held off the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Sunday to avoid getting swept for the first time this season. J.P. Crawford hit his...
Kan. deputy found multiple open alcohol containers in car
JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on multiple allegations. Jusst after 11p.m. June 6, a Sheriff’s Deputy near Mayetta, observed a gray Honda Accord with a Kansas license plate and the vehicle’s registration was expired. However, the plate contained a current 2025 sticker, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.
Thousands of children got tested for lead with faulty devices: What parents should know
A company that makes tests for lead poisoning has agreed to resolve criminal charges that it concealed for years a malfunction that resulted in inaccurately low results. It’s the latest in a long-running saga involving Massachusetts-based Magellan Diagnostics, which will pay $42 million in penalties, according to the Department of Justice.
Riley County Arrest Report June 9
The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. RACQUEL MONIQUE KIMBLE, 21, Junction City, Domestic battery; Knowing/reckless bodily harm to family/dating relationship; 3+ in 5 yrs; Battery on LEO; Physical contact with county or city officer on duty; Bond $4,000.
SNAP benefits huge part of farm bill, big point of contention for lawmakers
The overdue farm bill is finally making its way through Congress, after the House agriculture committee recently advanced a proposal. Food assistance is likely to be one of the biggest sticking points as the draft moves forward. The long-stalled farm bill took a step forward in the House of Representatives...
With home prices up more than 50%, some states try to contain property taxes
KANSAS CITY (AP) —For retirees Tom and Beverly McAdam, the good news is the value of their two-bedroom home in suburban Denver has risen 45% since they purchased it more than six years ago. That's also the bad news, costing them thousands more in real estate taxes and leaving...
Kansas man caught running from business burglary
SHAWNEE COUNTY–Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after an arrest. Just before 2:30 a.m. June 6, police were dispatched to the 405 NW Lyman in Topeka reference a burglary alarm at the business, according to Police Lt. Manuel Munoz. Officers saw an individual inside the...
Kevin Willmott's new film shines light on KC civil rights figure
For Academy Award-winning screenwriter Kevin Willmott, the Hollywood jobs are great and all. But the material closest to his heart inspires the stories he tells of overlooked historical events, and particularly local ones, that cast a revealing light on the problems of today. The newest film written, produced and directed...
Southern Baptists are poised to ban churches with women pastors
KANSAS CITY (AP) —From its towering white steeple and red-brick facade to its Sunday services filled with rousing gospel hymns and evangelistic sermons, First Baptist Church of Alexandria, Virginia, bears many of the classic hallmarks of a Southern Baptist church. On a recent Sunday, its pastor for women and...
Police searching for suspect in Kansas strong-armed robbery
JOHNSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged strong-armed robbery in Overland Park. Just after 8p.m. Saturday, police responded to Shawnee Mission Parkway and Foster Street in Overland Park, according to Police Captain Ray Tisinger. Officers found a robbery victim who received minor injuries. A suspect fled the...
Aid delivered to Gaza from newly repaired U.S. military built pier
WASHINGTON (AP) — The first aid from an American-built pier arrived in Gaza on Saturday since storm damage required repairs to the project, the U.S. military said, relaunching an effort to bring supplies to Palestinians by sea that had been plagued with problems. The pier constructed by the U.S....
Large portion of Wyoming's Teton Pass road collapses
JACKSON, Wyo. (AP) — A large chunk of a twisting mountain pass road collapsed in Wyoming, authorities said Saturday, leaving a gaping chasm in the highway and severing a well-traveled commuter link between small towns in eastern Idaho and the tourist destination of Jackson. Aerial photos and drone video...
Kan. deputy found sawed off shotgun in reported stolen jeep
SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new allegations. Just after 1 p.m. June 5, an officer with the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office located a gold 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee in the 2300 block of SW Van Buren Street. The vehicle had been reported stolen out of the City of Topeka, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.
Kan. man threatened to shoot store employee during theft
DOUGLAS COUNTY —A Kansas man is going to prison for a crime during a shopping trip to Walmart. Last week, a judge sentenced Maurice Anthony Mahan, 53, of Lawrence, to 16 months in the Kansas Department of Corrections for making a criminal threat, according to Douglas County District Attorney Suzanne Valdez.
⚾ Pasquantino's 2-run double leads Royals past Mariners
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Vinnie Pasquantino hit a tiebreaking two-run double during Kansas City’s three-run fifth inning, and the Royals beat the Seattle Mariners 8-4 on Saturday. Kyle Isbel had three RBIs for Kansas City, and Adam Frazier had two hits and scored two runs. The Royals...
Kansas man accused of selling methamphetamine
OSAGE COUNTY –Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on drug allegations. Just before 10 pm June 3, a Sheriff’s K-9 unit conducted a traffic stop at 213th and South Michigan Road in rural Osage County for a traffic violation, according to Sheriff Chris Wells. During the stop, illegal narcotics were located.
2,100 hay bales lost in Kansas feedlot fire will burn for days
RENO COUNTY —The bales are still burning after a large fire in Reno County. Just before 9:30pm Friday, Reno County Fire District 7 was notified of a large hay fire at the Turon Feedlot, according to Reno County Emergency Management. Crews found 2100 hay bales on fire. Mutual aid...
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