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'Everything Must Go': Lawrence Staple Closing After Five Decades In Business
Lawrence Staple, a long-standing fixture in the local business community, has officially announced it is closing its doors after fifty years of operation. The store, known for its extensive inventory and service, cited…
Lawrence opens 2026 snowplow naming contest, with city snow crews choosing winner
Lawrence is accepting name suggestions for a city snowplow through Nov. 15, with snow and ice response crews choosing the winner. City staff will narrow eligible entries to 10 finalists based on creativity, originality…
Kansas G Melvin Council Jr. Out Until Big 12 Play With Broken Foot
Kansas guard Melvin Council Jr. broke the fifth metatarsal in his right foot during practice Monday and is expected to undergo surgery in the next few days. Coach Bill Self said the team hopes Council will return around…
How Long is Melvin Council Jr. Out? Injury Update, Return Timeline
Kansas guard Melvin Council Jr. broke the fifth metatarsal in his right foot during practice Monday and is expected to miss about two months, the university said. Coach Bill Self said Council will undergo surgery in the…
Kansas guard Melvin Council Jr. out until Big 12 play starts after breaking foot in practice
Kansas guard Melvin Council Jr. will miss at least the rest of the nonconference schedule after breaking the fifth metatarsal in his foot during Monday practice. Coach Bill Self said Council is expected to undergo…
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Lawrence police to add officers to downtown patrols
The Lawrence Police Department is adding two officers to its dedicated downtown patrol, bringing the team to four as the holiday shopping season begins. The expanded patrol starts Monday and will focus on supporting…
Jayhawks stunned by last-second UCF touchdown
UCF defeated Kansas 33-32 on Saturday after a last-second touchdown pass from Alonza Barnett III to Caden Piening. The Knights overcame a late deficit, ending a 12-game road losing streak. Despite Kansas scoring 25…
Nail-biter ends with UCF topping Kansas on touchdown with one second remaining
UCF defeated Kansas 33-32 in a thrilling Big 12 matchup on Saturday, ending a 12-game road losing streak. Caden Piening caught the game-winning six-yard touchdown pass from Alonza Barnett III with just one second…
UCF rallies for thrilling last-second win over Kansas
The UCF Knights secured a dramatic 33-32 victory over the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday, snapping a 12-game road losing streak. After building a 26-7 lead, UCF fell behind before Alonza Barnett III connected with Caden…
NCAAM Highlights: Middle Tennessee at No. 17 Kansas (11/6) Stream of NCAA Basketball
Highlights from the NCAA men's basketball game between Middle Tennessee and No. 17 Kansas are now available. The matchup showcased early-season action as the Jayhawks faced off against the Blue Raiders. Fans can view…
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Trey Kaufman-Renn leads No. 17 Kansas in rout of Middle Tennessee
No. 17 Kansas cruised to an 89-45 victory over Middle Tennessee on Friday night in Lawrence. Trey Kaufman-Renn led the Jayhawks with 17 points on 7-of-8 shooting. Kansas utilized strong defense to hold the Blue Raiders…
Sadie McGuinn leads GGC women's cross country to runner-up finish in CAC Championships
Sophomore Sadie McGuinn led the Georgia Gwinnett College women’s cross country team to a second-place finish at the Continental Athletic Conference Championships in Lawrence, Kansas. McGuinn secured a top-five…
GGC men's cross country takes 4th at Continental Athletic Conference Championships
The Georgia Gwinnett College men’s cross country team finished fourth at the 2026 Continental Athletic Conference championship meet in Lawrence, Kansas. Competing in their inaugural season, the Grizzlies placed three…
Kansas' Isaiah Marshall: Expected to start Saturday
Kansas quarterback Isaiah Marshall is expected to return to the starting lineup for Saturday's game against UCF. Marshall, who has been sidelined since the October 24 matchup against Baylor, will resume his role as the…
How to watch Middle Tennessee vs. Kansas men's basketball: Time, TV, streaming
Middle Tennessee takes on the Kansas Jayhawks in a men's college basketball game. This guide provides essential information for fans, including the scheduled tip-off time, television broadcast details, and streaming…
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Lawrence homeowner pins garage intruder until police arrive, officers say
A Lawrence resident successfully detained a suspected garage intruder until police arrived on Thursday morning. The homeowner discovered the suspect in his garage and held him down while his wife contacted 911. Officers…
The Cooler-Than-You-Think History Behind the Kansas We Saw Tuesday
Kansas experienced a significant political shift as Democrat Adam Hamilton was elected to the U.S. Senate, the first for the party in the state since 1932. The election also saw Democrats gain 20 seats in the…
Haskell Indian Nations University hits road for ex-players
Former Haskell Indian Nations University football coach Rich Brewer has spent the last four years traveling across the country to support his former players who have transitioned into coaching roles. Brewer, who coached…
Lawrence man, 74, guilty on all counts in sex crimes case involving 3 children under 14
A Douglas County jury has convicted 74-year-old Lawrence resident Mark Duane Strand on all counts, including rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child. The charges stem from the abuse of three children under…
38 Lawrence residents to travel to Algeria on expense-paid trip
Thirty-eight residents of Lawrence, Kansas, are set to travel to Algeria on an expense-paid trip. The invitation was extended by the Algerian Embassy as a gesture of gratitude after the Algerian national team chose…
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UCF expects QB Alonza Barnett III to start vs. banged-up Kansas
UCF is preparing to start quarterback Alonza Barnett III in Saturday's game against Kansas. Barnett, who recently returned from a hamstring injury, is expected to lead the Knights as they look to rebound from a recent…
Game time: UCF Knights vs. Kansas
The UCF Knights travel to Lawrence to face the Kansas Jayhawks this Saturday at 3:45 p.m. ET. UCF, led by running back Duke Watson, looks to improve its Big 12 standing, while Kansas aims to maintain its undefeated…
Knights hope to snap road losing streak at Kansas
The UCF Knights are aiming to end a 12-game road losing streak as they prepare to face the Kansas Jayhawks this Saturday. Coach Scott Frost expressed frustration with the team's performance away from home and emphasized…
Tyran Stokes, Stefan Joksimovic Top ESPN's New 2027 NBA Draft Big Board to Open CBB Season
Kansas freshman Tyran Stokes has emerged as the top prospect on ESPN's new 2027 NBA Draft big board. The 6'8" wing is being touted for his versatile perimeter play and physical tools, despite his jump shooting still…
Spartans Unified Bowling finishes up regular season strong in Topeka and Lawrence
The Spartans unified bowling team concluded their regular season with a strong performance in Topeka and Lawrence. After placing second and fourth at the Seaman Meet in Topeka, the team secured a first-place finish at…
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Drake visits Kansas following Davis' 20-point showing
The Drake Bulldogs are set to face the Kansas Jayhawks in Lawrence this Friday at 12 p.m. EST. Kansas enters the matchup following a strong 66-48 victory over the Omaha Mavericks, highlighted by a 20-point performance…
Lawrence community leaders head to Algeria following World Cup connection
Community leaders from Lawrence, including Mayor Brad Finkeldei and Commissioner Amber Sellers, are traveling to Algeria from November 9–14. The visit follows an invitation from the Algerian government to strengthen…
Lawrence’s Mann holds narrow lead over Kobach in race to become state’s next attorney general
Democrat Chris Mann holds a narrow 52% to 48% lead over Republican incumbent Kris Kobach in the race for state attorney general, according to preliminary results from Tuesday's election. With approximately 11% of the…
Election Day updates: Douglas County voter turnout running ahead of midterm elections four years ago
Voter turnout in Douglas County is significantly higher on Election Day compared to the midterm elections four years ago. According to the County Clerk's office, 33,979 ballots had been cast by 10:30 a.m., surpassing…