Stories for June 1, 2009

Kansas Women's Golf Association Senior Championship set to tee

Why it's about more than just sinking a few putts.

Barnett to announce for Congress from Kansas

State Sen. Jim Barnett is joining a crowded field of candidates to replace Rep. Jerry Moran in Kansas' 1st Congressional District.

Woman stole money from Kansas senator's PAC

A former employee of a fundraising firm has admitted stealing nearly $18,000 from a political action committee for Kansas Sen. Pat Roberts.

Change in leadership at 3 KS universities

College students in Kansas will see a change at 3 universities this fall.

Defendant in Tiller's killing railed against abortion

Scott Roeder harbored a burning, "eye-for-an-eye" anger toward abortion doctors.

Riley County cutting D.A.R.E. program, leaving elementary schools feeling a void

The Riley County Police are just saying no to funding for the D.A.R.E. program. RCPD evaluated the program and decided to cut it from Manhattan schools and hope that the $76 thousand in funding will go to other agencies that need it. 49 News Manhattan Bureau Reporter Lindsey Elliott explains why police officers and school principals don't see eye to eye on the effectiveness of the program.

Suspected killer's Topeka ties

Scott Roeder lived in Topeka for many years and actually had several run-ins with the law during his time here. 49 news reporter Gena Terlizzi explores his background in Topeka, and his history in the Shawnee County Court system.

$1 million bond set for Fort Riley soldier accused of multiple rapes

The 19-year-old Fort Riley soldier was arrested and charged May 29 for rapes occurring since March in Junction City and Manhattan

Slain doctor's Wichita clinic to reopen next week

The clinic of slain Kansas abortion provider George Tiller will reopen after a week of mourning.

49 Storm Team Forecast: Strong storms north this evening

Severe thunderstorm watch for the northern counties this evening.

New swine flu cases in Douglas, Morton Counties

Total number of cases climb to 89

Cases of the 2009 H1N1 influenza A virus were confirmed today in a Douglas County adult and a Morton County adult. These are the first cases of the virus identified in both counties.

Suspect's family in abortion doctor killing speaks

A brother of the man suspected of fatally shooting abortion doctor George Tiller told a Kansas newspaper that the family never foresaw him capable of killing.

Authorities protecting Colorado doctor after Tiller killing

Federal agents have stepped up protection of a Boulder abortion doctor after an abortion provider in Kansas was gunned down in church, authorities said Monday.

Doctor's murder won't stop anti-abortion activist

Anti-abortion activist Randall Terry says his movement should not tone down its rhetoric despite the killing of abortion doctor George Tiller.

Absent plea deal, trial in car chase that injured officer to begin next week

Prosecutors have not tried to negotiate a plea deal with a Topeka woman accused of striking a Lawrence police officer with her car during a chase in December.

Tickets available for Symphony in the Flint Hills

Manhattan Parks and Recreation is selling a limited number of tickets for Symphony in the Flint Hills Saturday June 13.

Prosecutors waiting to file charges in Tiller shooting

Suspect jailed in Kansas abortion doctor's killing

Prosecutors are waiting to file charges in the fatal shooting of abortion doctor George Tiller in a Wichita church.

Group says Tiller shooting suspect never a member

The leader of Operation Rescue says a man suspected of fatally shooting abortion doctor George Tiller is not affiliated with the anti-abortion group.

Suspect in Tiller murder returned to Wichita

Attorney General orders increased security for 'certain individuals and groups'

A man suspected of fatally shooting abortion doctor George Tiller in church was in jail Monday while investigators sought to learn more about his background, including his possible connections to anti-abortion groups.

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