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Story archive for May 2008

KUJH News Break

KUJH News BreakHere are the stories we're working on for the 5:30 p.m. newscast including a bill being vetoed, gas taxes going away in Missouri and possible changes to the University's withdrawal policy.
May 01, 2008

Sale benefits United Way

Sale benefits United WayKU Bookstores organized a sidewalk sale in front of the Kansas Union on Thursday. Part of the sale's proceeds benefit United Way.
May 01, 2008

KU alters withdraw policy

KU alters withdraw policyThe University Senate at KU has voted to change the policy on withdrawing from classes, a policy that was just modified last semester.
May 01, 2008

KUJH News Break

KUJH News BreakHere are the stories we're working on for the 5:30 p.m. newscast, including bridge inspections in Lawrence and a damage report from last night's storm.
May 02, 2008

Storm causes power loss

Storm causes power loss An early-morning storm swept through Douglas County Friday with hurricane-force winds that damaged many buildings and trees. No injuries were reported.
May 02, 2008

Basketball gets new recruit

Basketball gets new recruitThe University of Kansas men's basketball team received a verbal commitment from Royce Woolridge to play for the Jayhawks in 2010.
May 02, 2008

Kansas evaluates bridges

Kansas evaluates bridgesA state-created bridge safety task force will meet later this month to create a cross-Kansas plan for ensuring that bridges are up to standard.
May 02, 2008

Cinco de Mayo celebrations

Cinco de Mayo celebrationsThe fifth of May brings good weather and good margaritas.
May 05, 2008

3 o'clock update

3 o'clock updateSee what we are working on for the evening newscast.
May 05, 2008

Clinton to host competition

Clinton to host competitionLawrence athletes used to travel to other states to compete in an Ironman triathlon. Now the competition will be held in Lawrence's backyard.
May 05, 2008

3 O'Clock Update

3 O'Clock UpdateSee what we are working on for the evening newscast.
May 06, 2008

Google aides Greensburg

Google aides GreensburgGoogle, Inc. donated $100,000 dollars to the KU architecture program to help students in Studio 804 build a community arts center in Greensburg, Kan.
May 06, 2008

Triple Crown Tragedy

Triple Crown TragedyThe biggest horse race of the year ended in tragedy Saturday as Eight Belles collapsed a few hundred feet past the finish line.
May 06, 2008

Tax hike sustains bus routes

Tax hike sustains bus routesCity Commissioner Robert Chestnut proposed a sales tax increase to subsidize the Lawrence Transit System.
May 06, 2008

KUJH News Break

An in-depth look at the music therapy major. Kansas legislature proposes new regulations for sexually oriented businesses and a new Wichita smoking ban.
May 07, 2008

City to vote on transit tax

City to vote on transit taxLawrence City Commissioners generally agree that a new tax regarding the Lawrence Transit System, or "T," may be in store for the future.
May 07, 2008

Bill regulates sex business

Bill regulates sex businessA bill proposed by a Kansas state representative contains new regulations for what it calls "sexually oriented businesses," which would mean big changes for places like strip clubs.
May 07, 2008

Healing through music

Healing through musicFor more than 50 years, music therapy has been a staple in the KU Music Department. This is the story of one man who has benefitted greatly from the program.
May 07, 2008

KU club walks on water

KU club walks on waterThe Kansas water skiing club is looking for new members to join a fun organization.
May 07, 2008

Fighting for a fan base

Fighting for a fan baseCentral States Wrestling is an up-and-coming company of wrestlers trying to make it in the entertainment industry.
May 07, 2008

Students battle bad landlords

Students battle bad landlordsFor many students, first-time renting experiences can turn out to be a nightmare, especially when the lease seems impossible to get out of.
May 08, 2008

KUJH News Break

KUJH News BreakLasik surgery could be dangerous, KU journalism professor on TV and tornadoes hit Oklahoma City.
May 08, 2008

Doctors defend eye surgery

Doctors defend eye surgeryMany Lasik eye surgery recipients have complained about the procedure recently, but doctors say that the operation is perfectly safe.
May 08, 2008

Paintball: More than a hobby

Paintball: More than a hobbySome people play paintball for fun, but Justin Vandewynkle has taken the sport seriously and helped his team win the Paintball World Cup.
May 08, 2008