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The University of Kansas football team defeated Central Michigan University, 52-7.
September 01, 2007
Rec welcomes expansion
KU students adjust to overcrowding during the expansion of the Student Fitness Recreation Center. Construction crews continue to work outside on the additions.
September 04, 2007
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The City of Lawrence provides police officers to Lawrence Schools, the Kansas Supreme Court considers death sentences and the KU student recreation center continues expansion.
September 04, 2007
Yearbook goes digital
The Jayhawker yearbook now has a new home...online. A Web site, which includes 20 different universities, recently added KU to its list of e-yearbooks.
September 04, 2007
Budget raises questions
The city of Lawrence is proposing a funding agreement to the city commission tonight that would save it $300,000 annually, but it depends on the school district.
September 04, 2007
KUJH News Break
The City plans to measure the annual output of greenhouse gas emissions, KU offers business cards to students and the attorney general intervenes in a case against Phill Kline.
September 05, 2007
HAWK walk helps children
There's a new HAWK in town and it's is ready to help children cross the street.
September 06, 2007
Volleyball sweeps UMKC
The University of Kansas volleyball team defeated the University of Missouri-Kansas City, 3-0, Tuesday night at Horejsi Family Athletics Center.
September 05, 2007
KU means business (cards)
Students now have the option of ordering their own KU business cards. The cards are the same as those designed for university employees but will be a big help to students off campus.
September 05, 2007
Law protects renters
Are lazy landlords putting off making necessary repairs for their tenants? A Kansas law provides valuable rights for local renters to fight back.
September 05, 2007
Lawrence going greener
New software that measures emissions of greenhouses gases will help the city of Lawrence adapt their vehicles to become more eco-friendly.
September 05, 2007
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September 06, 2007
KU improves readiness
The Virginia Tech shootings led some in Lawrence to question how well KU could respond to a crisis. The answer has changed more than minds.
September 06, 2007
Volleyball hosts tournament
The University of Kansas Volleyball team will host the Jayhawk Classic this weekend. KU is currently ranked fourth in the Big 12 volleyball standings.
September 06, 2007
Free State to face Raiders
The Lawrence Free State High School football team will travel to Shawnee Mission South on Friday to face the Raiders. Both teams are 0-1 on the season.
September 06, 2007
Big 12 names new commish
The Big 12 Conference has named Dan Beebe their new commissioner. Prior to this commitment, Beebe served as the commissioner for the Ohio Valley Conference.
September 06, 2007
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September 07, 2007
Finacial Aid may Decline
Students may soon be scrambling for dollars even more than usual. Student-need programs could see a drop in federal funding resulting in less aid for students in need.
September 07, 2007
Lawrence recieves pets
The Lawrence Humane Society opened its arms to more than 200 neglected animals. The response was overwhelming and most of the animals have found new homes.
September 07, 2007
Bands invade Lawrence
The football games won't be the only thing to see this weekend at KU. Saturday will be the University's annual marching band day.
September 07, 2007
Jayhawks lose in overtime
The Brigham Young University women's soccer team defeated the University of Kansas yesterday with an overtime penalty kick.
September 07, 2007
Football to face SE Louisiana
The University of Kansas football team (1-0) will face Southeast Louisiana for the first time Saturday. KU is 4-1 against schools from the state of Louisiana.
September 07, 2007
SLU @ Kansas 9/8/2007
The Jayhawks made school history tonight winning back-to-back games with 50 or more points.
September 08, 2007
Doubles duo honored
The University of Kansas doubles tennis pair of Elizaveta Avdeeva and Edina Horvath have been selected to the ITA All-America Championships.
September 07, 2007
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September 10, 2007
KU engineers safer bridges
Driving across a bridge could be safer in the future thanks to some KU faculty and students. Tools they're developing can help detect weak spots.
September 10, 2007
Art attracts families
Artists and locals convened in South Park Sunday for a day of running, music and crafts. The family friendly festival attracted hundreds from around the Midwest.
September 10, 2007
Bins wire downtown
A local Internet provider has snuck around the rules to broadcast a wireless signal downtown. The new service is winning praise from local businesses.
September 10, 2007
Greeks promote sobriety
An alcohol-training program attempts to combat binge drinking one mouse click at a time. Some campus organizations require freshmen to visit the Web site.
September 10, 2007
Jayhawks dominate SLU
The University of Kansas football team defeated Southeastern Louisiana University, 62-0, Saturday at Memorial Stadium.
September 11, 2007
Art exhibit opens
A downtown Lawrence art exhibit opened today. Clare Doveton brought the new exhibit to a grand opening at Pachamama's restaurant.
September 11, 2007
Sorority offers wish
One KU sorority hopes to send a Lawrence child diagnosed with Leukemia to Disney World. Chi Omega is raising money as part of Make-A-Wish week.
September 11, 2007
KUJH News Break
The University of Kansas remembers 9/11 with artifacts on display at the Dole Institute of Politics. Also, burial service costs in Lawrence may increase in 2008.
September 11, 2007
Burial rates to rise in '08
Burial service costs in Lawrence will increase hundreds of dollars in 2008 in order to keep up with competitors.
September 11, 2007
Engineers locate beams
The Dole Institute of Politics has displayed two beams from the World Trade Center since opening in 2003. Now, the institute knows where these beams were located.
September 11, 2007
Men's golf tees off
Men's golf opens its season at an invitational in Florida. Sophomore Bobbie Knowles and freshman Nate Barbee led the team today tying for 47th place.
September 11, 2007
KUJH News Break
The drivers in Tuesday's accident along Highway 59 are awaiting charges, a KU-backed reading project gets a new grant and Kansas schools improve its test scores.
September 12, 2007
Fatalities highlight dangers
September 12, 2007
Race meets modern art
The work of an influential Kansas artist is now on display at the Spencer Museum of Art. The Spencer Museum played a key role in organizing the exhibition.
September 12, 2007
Health pros discuss HPV
Health professionals came to KU to talk about HPV for the Critical Conversations Series. The series, which is related women and gender, will continue throughout the year.
September 12, 2007
Soccer faces tough test
The Kansas women's soccer team will take on the number-two ranked team in the nation on Saturday. The Jayhawks have started the season with three losses and one tie.
September 12, 2007
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September 13, 2007
Area schools jettison soda
Lawrence public schools removed sugary drinks from school vending machines. Faculty thinks it will help fight the ever-expanding youth obesity epidemic -- students aren't so sure.
September 13, 2007
City protests bar's license
The downtown bar Last Call attracts a crowd Lawrence city officials would rather not have in town. What is city hall planning to do with the bar? Shut it down.
September 13, 2007
Exercise boosts the brain
Have you ever thought that you could use a little more brain space? Researchers said it was possible to make your mind bigger and exercise was the way to do it.
September 13, 2007
Monarchs migrate south
Butterflies are moving out as fall moves in, and KU researchers are tracking their migration. Monarch Watch, a KU research group, tags the butterflies to track them.
September 13, 2007
Firebirds start strong
The Lawrence Freestate Firebirds have had a strong start to its season but can they keep the up the momentum after tonight's game against Leavenworth?
September 13, 2007
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September 14, 2007
Audio-Reader hosts sale
The 1970s are back in style —at least for a weekend. Vinyl records and turntables will bring a blast from the past at Audio-Readers annual sale Sept. 21-22.
September 14, 2007
Literacy program earns grant
Chancellor Hemenway and Washington officials went back to preschool for a day. They gave the school a grant worth $3.4 million.
September 14, 2007
History show features KU
Tuesday's episode of Mega Disasters on the History Channel will feature research done by KU professor Bruce Lieberman.
September 17, 2007
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September 17, 2007
Local eateries keep it fresh
Lawrence restaurants serve up some fresh ideas designed to boost business. Will it be enough to tempt your tastebuds? Check out what's on tap.
September 17, 2007
Fed reassures bankers
English bank customers are scrambling to withdraw their savings. One U.S. federal employee gave confidence to local bankers that this problem won't have a domestic effect.
September 17, 2007
KU rings in anniversary
September 17, 2007
Kansas tops Toledo
The University of Kansas football team defeated the University of Toledo, 45-13, Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Last year the Jayhawks lost to the Rockets in double overtime.
September 17, 2007
Biofuel work progresses
Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Adrian Polansky visited KU to see the progress of biodiesel fuel research.
September 18, 2007
KUJH News Break
The Kansas Speedway is in the hunt for a state-owned casino. Also, Kansas Sec. of Agriculture stopped by to see KU's biodiesel research.
September 18, 2007
Traffic prompts new plan
The population of Douglas County is expected to increase 75 percent by 2030. With more people, there could be a bigger problem with traffic congestion.
September 18, 2007
Gas debate develops
September 18, 2007
KU targets former recruit
The University of Kansas men's basketball team is targeting a former recruit who verbally committed to play for the team in 2005.
September 18, 2007
Privacy breach strikes KU
The unauthorized release of private student records to local media organizations has KU scrambling to investigate the leak.
September 19, 2007
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September 19, 2007
Soccer team earns first W
Finally, seven games into the season, the University of Kansas women's soccer team recorded its first win of the season against Missouri State.
September 19, 2007
Leaders learn on ropes
A new ropes course teaches KU students useful skills through challenging group activities. The location of the course feels far, but it's really not far from KU.
September 19, 2007
Popular Emoticon turns 25
Smile! Emoticons, the popular punctuation combinations that can represent anything from happiness to Paris Hilton, celebrate its 25th birthday this week.
September 19, 2007
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September 20, 2007
Pines fight for survival
Is that pine tree outside looking a little brown? An incurable disease called pine wilt could be to blame. Learn what can be done to prevent it.
September 24, 2007
KU prepares for vegans
As more college students are start to follow vegan diets, they're having trouble finding meal options on campus. The university is making meals more vegan-friendly.
September 20, 2007
Talib earns top spot
Sports information website rivals.com honored Aqib Talib as the nation's best defensive back.
September 20, 2007
Volleyball snaps streak
The Kansas Volleyball team snapped their conference losing streak, taking down the Missouri Tigers last night. This was the Jayhawks' first conference win since last October.
September 20, 2007
Data leak spurs inquest
The fallout continues after recovered documents show that KU employees may have improperly disposed of student records, a story first reported on last night.
September 20, 2007
Enrollment hits records
KU has a stable enrollment overall this year but has hit record highs for minority enrollment and medical-center enrollment.
September 20, 2007
KU faces tough 07-08 road
ESPN's Andy Katz named the Kansas men's basketball team's schedule one of the top five toughest schedules in the country.
September 20, 2007
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September 21, 2007
Hillel hosts holiday
A holiday finds a home as KU Hillel and the Lawrence Jewish Community Center are teaming up to provide a place for Jews to spend the holiday of Yom Kippur.
September 21, 2007
Freenet loses KU bid
KU might be completely wireless by 2008 but it won't be through Lawrence Freenet. The local company's bid wasn't accepted by the University this past week.
September 21, 2007
KU hosts two top squads
The University of Kansas Soccer team will host Illinois and California this weekend at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.
September 21, 2007
Softball hosts tournament
The University of Kansas softball team hosts the first of three fall tournaments this weekend. The Triangular Tournament gets underway Saturday.
September 21, 2007
Volleyball hosts Red Raiders
The University of Kansas volleyball team hosts the Red Raiders of Texas Tech on Saturday.
September 21, 2007
Kansas to face Florida Int.
The University of Kansas football team hosts Florida International University to wrap up their non-conference season on Saturday.
September 21, 2007
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September 24, 2007
Film brings KU exposure
A present-day adaptation of a 400-year-old play is garnering national attention, not because of its unique name, but for its subject matter.
September 24, 2007
Night breeds new crowd
What happens when downtown Lawrence slows down at night? It doesn't. One Massachusetts Street employee said life's better in Lawrence after dark.
September 24, 2007
Danforth Chapel reopens
Get ready to hear "Here Comes the Bride" from Danforth Chapel. The popular KU wedding site is open again after six months of renovations.
September 24, 2007
Kansas football tops FIU
The University of Kansas football team defeated Florida International University Saturday night at Memorial Stadium, 3-55.
September 24, 2007
Soccer loses twice at home
The University of Kansas soccer team lost this weekend to two nationally ranked teams. Kansas still has one win on the season.
September 24, 2007
New car, new smell
The new-car smell is a trademark for new-car owners. But researchers give manufacturers and car owners something to question.
September 25, 2007
Students explore majors
The Freshman-Sophomore Advising Office hosted the Majors Fair as part of KU Success Week. The fair was the first of many events happening this week.
September 25, 2007
KUJH News Break
A record amount of unclaimed property have Kansans paying more for this year's state fair. Also, that new-car smell might be toxic.
September 25, 2007
Reclaim your property
The state treasurer's office said Kansans took home a record amount of unclaimed cash and property from this year's state fair.
September 25, 2007
Lawrence crime increases
Lawrence residents may want to take more safety precautions. The FBIs 2006 annual report showed that crime doubled in Lawrence from 2005.
September 25, 2007
Women buy bikes
Motorcycle sales have been dominated by men...until now. Women and older people are now gearing up with them.
September 25, 2007
KU hosts national champs
The University of Kansas women's volleyball team will host the University of Nebraska on Wednesday.
September 25, 2007
Nike goes native
Nike is releasing a shoe designed specifically for Native Americans and has big plans for the profits.
September 26, 2007
Doctors push flu shot
Surpluses of the influenza vaccine leave students with no excuse not to get one. Watkins is now offering the shot.
September 26, 2007
3 o'clock update
A local sorority suffers from possible food poisoning, Kansas City union workers go back to work and flu vaccine stocks are plentiful this year.
September 26, 2007
Disease destroys trees
A disease is destroying millions of pine trees in the United States. If trees show signs of the disease then they need to be cut down to prevent spreading.
September 26, 2007
Dad's Day ends in illness
A local sorority suffers as nearly 70 sisters fall ill from a possible case of food poisoning on Dad's Day.
September 26, 2007
KU CC falls short of top 30
The University of Kansas men's cross country team received votes for the NCAA U.S. Track & Field Coaches Association Poll.
September 26, 2007
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September 27, 2007
Chefs favor local flavors
Chefs harvest the effort of area farmers by using local produce. The chefs say the fruits and vegetables taste better and don't leave environmentalists with a bad taste in their mouth.
September 27, 2007
Snacks pack no value
Consumers have eaten up the invasion of 100-calorie snack packs in local grocery stores, but experts question the nutritional value of those snacks.
September 27, 2007
Mural brightens study hall
A mural painted by local teens now brightens KU's School of Business.
September 27, 2007
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September 28, 2007
GPS expands to roads
Improved GPS technology has forced the roadways to keep up. Experts predict it won't be long until roads and vehicles converse with one and another.
September 28, 2007
XP gets extension
Windows XP will be on the market longer than expected. Microsoft cited compatibility issues as the reason for the product's extension.
September 28, 2007
Home sales decline
The fall of home sales is a national trend, but the Lawrence Board of Realtors is telling homes owners not to worry.
September 28, 2007
Soccer begins Big 12 play
The University of Kansas women's soccer team begins Big 12 Conference play tonight against Baylor University.
September 28, 2007
