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Bill would allow big-cat hunting

February 9, 2010

By Scott Rothschild

A Kansas legislator Monday urged passage of a bill to allow hunting of mountain lions.

HealthGrades releases list of hospitals with lower mortality, complication rates

February 9, 2010

By Karrey Britt

Three Kansas hospitals rank in the top 5 percent of 5,000 U.S. hospitals, according to a new study.

Senate to debate Kansas school finance resolution

February 9, 2010

By The Associated Press

A resolution aimed at discouraging a lawsuit by school districts against the state of Kansas is heading for a Senate debate.

49 Storm Team Forecast: Breezy and cold

February 9, 2010

By Ashley Meenen

A cold wind for today; how long until these chilly temperatures warm.

Commuter forecast for February 9, 2010

February 9, 2010

By Ashley Meenen

There may still be a few slick spots on the roads to watch out for. The temperatures are also very cold, with wind chills below zero. Bundle up and drive safely.

Father aims for school to let his 9th grade athletes play with high school team

February 8, 2010

By Jesse Fray

In most school districts, ninth grade students play high school sports, but in Lawrence that's not always the case. As Jesse Fray explains, it has one father fighting to give his children a chance to play at a higher level.

Gill showcases recruits in Topeka

February 8, 2010

By Matt Lothrop

While the Kansas basketball team squared off with Texas tonight in Austin, football coach Turner Gill was in Topeka showcasing Ku's 20-10 football recruiting class.

Pozez PreSchool Fair attracts parents

February 8, 2010

By 49 News staff

Dozens of parents and their children attended a PreSchool Fair tonight at the Pozez Education Center.

Give dark chocolate to Valentine's sweethearts

February 8, 2010

By KSU release

Before buying that box of chocolates for your Valentine, it is important to understand the type of chocolate to buy if you are looking for health benefits, according to Brian Lindshield, Kansas State University assistant professor of human nutrition.

Climber prepares to peak in Argentina

Woman ready for 23,000-foot ‘sufferfest’

February 8, 2010

By Brenna Hawley

Sandy Brown is no stranger to a challenge.

Bill would allow big-cat hunting

February 9, 2010

By Scott Rothschild

A Kansas legislator Monday urged passage of a bill to allow hunting of mountain lions.

Singing Valentines -- 02/12/10 at KS

February 12, 2010

Kan. death penalty repeal tests senators

February 7, 2010

By Associated Press

Sixteen years after Kansas enacted a death penalty law, senators will debate whether that law is still valid.

Domestic violence is on the rise in Shawnee County

October 20, 2009

By Jessica Drew

Every week 20 people in Topeka call the domestic violence emergency hotline at the YWCA, and cases filed by the District Attorney for domestic violence are projected to be up 80 percent from last year. 49 News Community Reporter Jessica Drew explains why the district attorney is saying no more victims, and how one survivor of domestic violence says you can help. But first, a warning some of the images may be hard to look at.

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Inman Police Chief charged with sex crimes against children

January 13, 2010

By Jessica Drew

Attorney General Steve Six said the Inman police chief is charged with sex crimes against children.

Graphic abortion display angers town

October 29, 2008

By Kendall Jones

A extremely graphic display on abortion is causing a lot of controversy in one small Kansas town. Find out why the creators say they won't take the display down.

City could eliminate 20 jobs

February 1, 2010

By Daniel Winn

City plans to save about $1 million.

'Shop Emporia First'

February 4, 2010

By Lauren Seabrook

Emporia residents are furious over a 53,000 dollar purchase approved by Lyon County. 49 News Emporia Reporter Lauren Seabrook tells why their leaders are shopping in Topeka even though they encourage residents to shop Emporia first.

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High school girls basketball: Marais des Cygnes Valley vs. Waverly

January 28, 2010

By 49 News staff

Marais des Cygnes Valley vs. Waverly

Cash reward for reporting underage drinking

February 3, 2010

The Underage Drinking Task Force has teamed up with Safe Streets Coalition and Crime Stoppers to give a cash reward for tips leading to a citation or arrest of underage drinking.

Locker Room Show Part 2

January 26, 2010

Highlights and scores from area basketball games.

Sunflower Showdown makes learning fun

January 29, 2010

By Lauren Seabrook

Students are gearing up for the Sunflower Showdown. 49 News Education Reporter Lauren Seabrook shows us how teachers in Silver Lake are using the rivalry to making learning fun.