Local News
Lawrence commissioner takes proactive measure for tornado safety
One Lawrence City Commissioner says he wants Lawrence to be pro-active in the event of a disastrous tornado, such as the E-F 5 that hit Moore, Oklahoma.
Gene Fritzel Construction approved for Lawrence rec center
Lawrence's next rec center looks as though it has a construction contractor.
Gene Frtizel Construction's bid was approved at Tuesday’s city commission meeting, but with some stipulations.
Lawrence summer construction begins
Driving around west Lawrence will likely feel like a maze this summer.
Monday, three major construction projects began.
Lawrence police launch ‘Click It or Ticket’
The Lawrence Police Department started the 'Click It or Ticket' campaign on Monday and will go through June 2.
Theatre Lawrence prepares for new facility
A new 35,000 square foot facility will soon be the home of Theatre Lawrence. The non-profit agency has been around since the mid-seventies and has been at the 1501 New Hampshire location since 1984.
Basehor residents get final word on zip code change
Some Basehor residents have a Bonner Springs zip code.
Businesses gear up for KU graduation
Although graduation is on Sunday, the celebration has already begun on Mass Street.
Lawrence Douglas-County fire fighters, mayor promote ‘Fill the Boot’
Lawrence Douglas-County fire fighters teamed up with the mayor this afternoon to promote the "Fill the Boot" campaign in support of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. This year organizers have strategized the annual campaign in a way to reach the most people.
National group recommends changing legal limit to drink and drive
A national group has a new recommendation for the legal limit to drink and drive, but the suggestion is ruffling some feathers locally.
Douglas County pilot is recovering from crash
A local pilot is out of the intensive care unit and is on the road to recovery.