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DUI death rekindles painful memories
Friday, Oct. 10, 2008
Last week, a drunk driver in Wichita ran down a mother and her daughter on their way to school. The deadly crash brought community members together. They want a state DUI task force and changes in state laws when it comes to drinking and driving. Learn just how big the small group's passion is. Watch video.
Kansas failing in saving energy
Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008
Find out what group has ranked the Sunflower State 38th for its energy policies. Read story.
Governor reports for jury duty
Monday, Oct. 6, 2008
Find out how Kathleen Sebelius spent her day as a prospective juror in Shawnee County District Court. Watch video.
AG warns of identity theft for the dead
Monday, Oct. 6, 2008
Find out where schemes are popping up, trying to use identity information of the deceased to open store charge accounts. Read story.
Could Topeka handle a population boom?
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
There are a lot of efforts going on around Topeka to help the city grow, but would Topeka's infrastructure support a population increase of 1,000 people? Find out why such an increase could be a problem for Topeka. Watch video.
Governor stumps for state senate candidate
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
Find out what Sebelius had to say about the economy after her stump remarks. Watch video.
Seniors gather to determine senior needs statewide
Monday, Sept. 29, 2008
Find out what ideas they'll be recommending to the Kansas Legislature. Watch video.
Fall coming in with a stomp
Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008
Campbell's Winery held its annual grape stomp Saturday. But if this were a thousand years ago, just who would be doing all the stomping? Watch video.
Get your Identity Theft Repair Kit
Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008
Many people who fall victim to identity theft are left asking the question, "What do I do now?" A new resource put out by the Kansas Attorney General's Office helps answer that question. Read story.
Kansas Chamber of Commerce lends ear to scientist who disputes man-made global warming
Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008
A scientist told Kansas' largest business group that he questioned whether carbon dioxide emissions caused by people are causing global warming. What he told one person in attendance when asked about the rising levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Read story.
The governor opines on the economy, energy independence
Monday, Sept. 22, 2008
Find out what the governor believes is most important in the economic bailout plan, and what pledge she recently signed. Watch video.
Regents recommend 4 percent funding hike
Amount would cover inflation only; fears persist about possible cuts
Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008
The Kansas Board of Regents is recommending a 4 percent increase in higher education funding, expressing fears about possible cuts during "unprecedented times." Read story.
Some pure seed bags are not that innocent
Monday, Sept. 15, 2008
Lawn seed bags could contain more than pure seed. Find out what you might be planting in your garden. Watch video.
Weed control gets easier! K-State develops a herbicide-resistant hybrid
Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008
A new sorghum hybrid could make weed control a whole lot easier for producers. What year K-State would have this technology in the market. Watch video.
Sebelius cautiously optimistic about Kansas housing climate
Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008
Find out how Kansas ranks nationally when it comes to home foreclosures. Plus, a bit of good news about the state's latest revenue numbers. Watch video.
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