Lawrence school board hears about new Family Engagement Center, state legislative updates The Lawrence school board on Monday heard a presentation about the new Family Engagement Center to be located at the current school district offices, as well as some legislative updates.

The Lawrence school board tonight heard a presentation about the new Family Engagement Center to be located at the current school district offices, as well as some legislative updates. lawrenceks.news/4mvoL66

Kansas Legislature’s GOP supermajority leans into rule that skirts debate, muffles dissent Republican leaders of the Kansas Legislature relied on an arsenal of parliamentary procedure that frustrated Democrats seething about a bill forcing transgender people to use public bathrooms and obta...

Republicans in the Kansas Legislature relied on an arsenal of parliamentary procedure that frustrated Democrats seething about a bill forcing transgender people to use public bathrooms & obtain driver’s licenses matching their sex assigned at birth. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/4cokKM7

Blocks of southbound Haskell Ave. closed after water leak About half a mile of southbound Haskell Avenue is closed to traffic following an overnight water system leak.

About half a mile of southbound Haskell Avenue is closed to traffic following an overnight water system leak. lawrenceks.news/4cosa1V

Jan. 2027 jury trial set for former Lawrence school speech pathologist charged with child sex crimes A former Prairie Park Elementary School speech pathologist pleaded not guilty Monday to charges of sex crimes against students, and the court set his jury trial date: January 2027.

A former Prairie Park Elementary School speech pathologist pleaded not guilty today to charges of sex crimes against students, and the court set his jury trial date: January 2027. lawrenceks.news/4mp76gd

Jayhawks from around the world to host 10th annual cultural show Jayhawks from all over the world will host a cultural event this week, featuring performances, a fashion show, activities and more. There will also be free T-shirts, door prizes and food.

Jayhawks from all over the world will host a cultural event this week, featuring performances, a fashion show, activities and more. There will also be free T-shirts, door prizes and food. lawrenceks.news/4mxkiA0

Kaw Valley Almanac for April 13-19, 2026 Recent rains have triggered morels, so go check your favorite haunts. Several have been seen under cedar trees this spring, something that only happens when conditions are just right.

Recent rains have triggered morels, so go check your favorite haunts. Several have been seen under cedar trees this spring, something that only happens when conditions are just right. Latest @kvalmanac.bsky.social: lawrenceks.news/4dDCfKF

Hearings for teens charged in fatal Hawk shooting pushed back for third time The judge and families in the courtroom expressed frustration as attorneys for the two teenage defendants charged in January's fatal shooting at the Hawk requested again to delay court hearings.

The judge and families in the courtroom expressed frustration today as attorneys for the two teenage defendants charged in January's fatal shooting at the Hawk requested again to delay court hearings. lawrenceks.news/4ej6uqu

Lawrence Fraternal Order of Police raising funds for family of officer who died The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #2 Lawrence, Kansas, has set up a memorial fund for those who wish to support the family of Lawrence police Officer Zachary Garcia-Kerns, who died this month at age...

The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #2 Lawrence, Kansas, has set up a memorial fund for those who wish to support the family of Lawrence police Officer Zachary Garcia-Kerns, who died this month at age 28. lawrenceks.news/4cfZvfq

Lawrence school board to hear plans for Family Engagement Center; new agenda platform is live The Lawrence school board's new agenda platform has launched, and the superintendent on Monday will share more plans for "enhancements," this time focused on a new family engagement center.

The Lawrence school board's new agenda platform has launched, and the superintendent on Monday will share more plans for "enhancements," this time focused on a new family engagement center. lawrenceks.news/4u2DSqn

Indigenous designers’ work to shine on the runway at annual Haskell fashion show The third volume of the Haskell Indian Nations University Fashion show will feature creations from seven Native designers with a theme of “generational beauty.”

The third volume of the Haskell Indian Nations University Fashion show will feature creations from seven Native designers with a theme of “generational beauty.” lawrenceks.news/4tBI6ER

Midco and Native Lands collaborate to plan native plant park in downtown Lawrence A park will soon take over an unused lot next to Midco in downtown Lawrence, incorporating native plants with the work of several local artisans and offering community members a chance to step into th...

A park will soon take over an unused lot next to Midco in downtown Lawrence, incorporating native plants with the work of several local artisans and offering community members a chance to step into the role of stewards of native land. lawrenceks.news/4c4IOop

KU Powwow brings family, tribal representation and celebration inside the Lied Center Dancers took the celebration onto the Lied Center stage Saturday for the 37th KU Powwow, honoring family, tribal representation and the circle of life.

Dancers took the celebration onto the Lied Center stage today for the 37th KU Powwow, honoring family, tribal representation and the circle of life. lawrenceks.news/4c5CNrt

Lawrence Public Library makes nerding out free, accessible at annual fandom convention The Lawrence Public Library seemed bigger on the inside Saturday as superfans and media lovers packed both levels of the building with cosplay, fan art and a passion for all things fandom.

The Lawrence Public Library seemed bigger on the inside today as superfans and media lovers packed both levels of the building with cosplay, fan art and a passion for all things fandom. lawrenceks.news/4suefgL

Kansas public school students will need parental permission to leave school grounds for a protest and schools could face $100,000 penalties if they don't enforce restrictions after legislators overrode the governor's veto Friday. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/4eaZKeg

Judge Sally Pokorny told the people packed into a Douglas County courtroom for her retirement ceremony today that she's the luckiest woman in the world. lawrenceks.news/4tDLTBF

Lawrence board reviews early results in housing study, advocates for deeply affordable options Members of Lawrence's Affordable Housing Advisory Board are emphasizing the need for community education on multifamily housing, more development incentives and strategies for boosting deeply affordable options in an ongoing study.

Members of Lawrence's Affordable Housing Advisory Board are emphasizing the need for community education on multifamily housing, more development incentives and strategies for boosting deeply affordable options in an ongoing study. lawrenceks.news/3QfPrvs

An upcoming public health event will examine why racial inequities persist in birth outcomes in Douglas County and how the community can help. lawrenceks.news/4vFtdUb

Republican legislators overrode Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto to create a buffer around law enforcement and emergency personnel, making it a misdemeanor to go within 25 feet of a first responder while they are working. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/4c3bgqL

Miley, a 5-year-old shelter pup, is about to be Lawrence's new favorite KU tour guide. lawrenceks.news/4suLfp8

For Oumar Seck, his family and his team, futbol is not just a sport; it's about bringing people together. As Lawrence prepares to host Team Algeria's base camp for the World Cup, the community is invited to join in the fun and build memories. lawrenceks.news/4vnbD73

House and Senate Republicans overrode Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto today to preserve a bill they say will protect free speech in the name of slain political activist Charlie Kirk, despite objections. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/4cz88mt

Gov. Laura Kelly signed a bipartisan bill today to establish a state sports authority to offer oversight of construction and management of a $3 billion stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL franchise’s new headquarters. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/48nB52k

Lawrence school district must answer record requests from plaintiffs in AI surveillance lawsuit, judge rules Lawrence Public Schools must quickly comply with open records requests related to a controversial AI monitoring software at the heart of a federal lawsuit after months of delays, a federal judge has ruled.

Lawrence Public Schools must quickly comply with open records requests related to a controversial AI monitoring software at the heart of a federal lawsuit after months of delays, a federal judge has ruled. lawrenceks.news/4snWDD4

Happy Local News Day! It's a perfect time to introduce two new members of our news team. lawrenceks.news/lnd26

Gov. Laura Kelly today proposed a three-part plan to provide “a real and lasting solution” for property tax relief as lawmakers head back to Topeka to close out the legislative session. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/4ci1Jek

Service industry pool night at Lawrence pubcade serves up camaraderie, connection Service industry workers who keep the Lawrence bar and restaurant scene afloat had the tables turned on them when a refreshed pubcade and pool hall served them a night of camaraderie and billiards.

Service industry workers who keep the Lawrence bar and restaurant scene afloat had the tables turned on them when a refreshed pubcade and pool hall served them a night of camaraderie and billiards. lawrenceks.news/4eb2pVh

KU powwow and cultural festival coming up; screening, concert to kick off events The KU First Nations Student Association will soon host its 37th annual Powwow and ninth annual Indigenous Cultures Festival. Events will move indoors because of anticipated weather.

The KU First Nations Student Association will soon host its 37th annual Powwow and ninth annual Indigenous Cultures Festival. Events will move indoors because of anticipated weather. lawrenceks.news/4t691cm

Lawrence community resource fair will aim to answer World Cup questions eXplore Lawrence and several community organizations will host a community resource fair this week to answer folks' questions about the World Cup and activities surrounding it.

eXplore Lawrence and several community organizations will host a community resource fair this week to answer folks' questions about the World Cup and activities surrounding it. lawrenceks.news/41XCIjy

Justice Sotomayor to Lawrence crowd: ‘To survive longer, we have to work at it’ While acknowledging that the United States is “in a patch of history that is very different than what many of us have experienced before,” the message of Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor on Tuesd...

While acknowledging that the United States is “in a patch of history that is very different than what many of us have experienced before,” Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor's message to a Lied Center crowd tonight was one of resounding hope. lawrenceks.news/41P2mqO

City Commission approves annexing, rezoning land in northwestern Lawrence Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday approved annexing about 65 acres into northwestern Lawrence and rezoning them for construction of new single-family homes.

Lawrence city commissioners today approved annexing about 65 acres into northwestern Lawrence and rezoning them for construction of new single-family homes. lawrenceks.news/47Pa1Jc