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Syracuse Basketball: Orange flashback to the 2003 national championship game
This battle would see two legendary head coaches go head-to-head, as Jim Boeheim of Syracuse basketball took on Roy Williams of Kansas in the championship game of the 2003 NCAA Tournament from New Orleans. The Syracuse Orange (30-5 overall, 13-3 in the Big East), led by star players such as...
College football season is just weeks away, but until the first ball is kicked off in late August — in Kansas’ case, at Children’s Mercy Park against Lindenwood — it’s still what coaches and media members alike know as “talking season.”
The term, often associated with former college coach Steve Spurrier, defines the period of time in which soundbites and speculation take the place of actual on-field action. Big 12 talking season reached its apex at media days in Las Vegas two weeks back. Before players are back on the field...
Allen Fieldhouse to shrink in capacity after renovations
LAWRENCE, Kan. (WIBW) - 16,300 is a number that has intimidated college basketball programs for decades. But once the Allen Fieldhouse renovations are done, that maximum capacity number will change to 15,300. KU Athletic Director Travis Goff says the changes might shrink attendance numbers by 1,000, but it will vastly...
Young artists of Van Go unveil unique benches created for their clients
Twenty-one unique benches created by young Lawrence artists are on their way out into the world following the unveiling Friday at Van Go. Each year, Van Go Summer JAMS apprentice artists are each paired with a client — a local business, individual or organization. Van Go Executive Director Lori...
Olathe woman injured after Lee’s Summit vehicle tailgates SUV along K-10
LAWRENCE, Kan. (KCTV) - An Olathe woman was injured in a collision on K-10 southwest of Lawrence after a Lee’s Summit vehicle tailgated and then rear-ended an SUV. The Douglas County, Kansas, Sheriff’s Office says that around 3:50 p.m. on Friday, July 26, emergency crews were called to the area of K-10 and Wakarusa Dr., along the South Lawrence Trafficway near the Clinton Lake Youth Sports Complex, with reports of a 2-vehicle collision.
KU Cancer Center, Health System receive $20 million in federal investments
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The University of Kansas Cancer Center and The University of Kansas Health System have received $10 million apiece in federal investments. U.S. Senator Jerry Moran announced the news on Friday afternoon. The KU Cancer Center will use the money for the new cancer building, while the health system will use it for advanced cardiac technology to be used for patient care.
VCMN release absolute banger “FAB”
It’s no secret we’re gaga for VCMN. The R&B duo have been bringing joy to every corner of Lawrence with their lively performances and larger-than-life personalities. They’re instantly likable, and they get EVERYONE dancing. Their new single “FAB” perfectly reflects this, and we immediately started shaking our...
Cyber security threats ramp up; so do efforts to tamp down
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Cyber threats are becoming increasingly common and more harmful for victims. Efforts to reduce the risk of an attack, and dampen the impacts, are also ramping up. “It’s always a matter of when, not if,” says Blake Bryant, program director for the information technology and applied...
5-Star Point Guard Darius Acuff Commits to Arkansas over Kansas, UConn & Michigan
Arkansas lands 5-star point guard Darius Acuff, choosing the Razorbacks over Kansas, UConn, and Michigan, marking the highest-rated commitment under John Calipari. Darius Acuff is the No. 8 prospect in the country and the top-ranked point guard. Acuff led his high school team to a state championship, averaging 21 points...
Two KU baseball players sign free agent MLB contracts
LAWRENCE (KSNT) – A pair of right-handed Jayhawk pitchers are getting their shot at the next level. Reese Dutton and J’Briell Easley have both signed free agent contracts, Dutton with the Philadelphia Phillies and Easley with the Texas Rangers. In his sole year at KU after transferring in from USC Upstate, Dutton earned a spot […]
Take a peek at renovations of David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium
Construction crews continue work on David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, home of the Kansas Jayhawks' football team. The plan is for work to be completed on the west side of the stadium in time for the start of the 2025 football season.
New executive director of Family Promise of Lawrence resigns
Monique Wahba, recently named director of Family Promise of Lawrence, has resigned from her position because the role does not “align as well with (her) career goals” as she had anticipated, the organization announced Friday. Brenda Wahl, current director of operations and a staff member of FPL for...
Kansas Basketball Non-Conference Schedule Released: Jayhawks Set to be Battle-tested for Big 12 Action
Expectations are through the roof for Bill Self and his Kansas Jayhawks for the 2024-2025 season. After lacking depth last season, and falling short of program expectations, coach Self loaded up with recruits and the transfer portal and has expectations sky-high again for this season. The Kansas Jayhawks posted their non-conference schedule for the season, and they are set to be battle-tested for Big 12 action following the new year.
Lawrence City Band continues to unite community 100 years later
Lawn chairs and picnic blankets cover the grass at South Park as community members gather for the Lawrence City Band’s Summer Concert Series. The band has been performing for over 100 years and they spend eight Wednesdays in June and July entertaining the community. “I think we're so blessed...
Man accused of killing coworker in 2021 collision near Olathe FedEx found guilty
OLATHE, Kan. (KCTV) - The man accused of killing his coworker in a 2021 collision near the FedEx Ground facility in Olathe has been found guilty of second-degree murder. Johnson County District Attorney Stephen Howe says that on Thursday, July 25, Ruben Rodriguez was found guilty of reckless second-degree murder of Dade Smith, 23, a former co-worker at FedEx on 167th St. in Olathe.
Lawrence Community Shelter board concerned about 2025 funding; city looking to limit services to locals
Lawrence Community Shelter board members shared concerns Thursday that the emergency shelter’s funding — which could rely upon voters approving a sales tax increase — could be in jeopardy. Meanwhile, the City of Lawrence is working on policies to limit homelessness services to people who have ties...
Owner of Olathe cigar lounge opening new cocktail bar next door
Three years ago, Matt Murphy opened Fireside Cigar, an Olathe cigar shop and lounge. At the time, he said, there was nothing else like it in southern Johnson County. Over the last few years, he’s noticed another hole in the market — the absence of a dedicated cocktail bar in the area.
Kansas makes the cut for four-star wing Tounde Yessoufou
Four-star prospect Tounde Yessoufou included Kansas in his top group on Wednesday. The Jayhawks remain in the hunt for the versatile wing and are in his top 10 schools along with Arizona, Arizona State, Baylor, Kentucky, Tennessee, UCLA, UConn, USC and Washington. So far, he has taken official visits to Arizona, USC and Washington.
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