Veto of abortion bill 'an absolute tragedy’
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Rep. Lance Kinzer, an Olathe Republican who introduced the bill, called Sebelius’ rationale for vetoing it an “illegitimate, made-up excuse.” “The governor’s decision to veto this particular piece of legislation is an absolute tragedy for women in the state of Kansas who will continue to be exploited by abortion providers who care more about profit than they do about the sanctity of life,” Kinzer said Thursday outside the Johnson County Courthouse.

Kansas Judge Prevents District Attorney From Getting Abortion Reports
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A Kansas judge has decided to prevent a local district attorney from getting state abortion reports that could make it clear a Planned Parenthood violated state law. Phill Kline has filed 107 counts against an abortion business suspected of doing illegal abortions and falsifying medical records.

Republicans call for law requiring voter ID
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Emboldened by a U.S. Supreme Court ruling, Republicans on Monday called for passage of a law in Kansas to require that people have a photo ID to vote. In a 6-3 decision, the court upheld Indiana’s photo identification requirement. Kansas Secretary of State Ron Thornburgh praised the ruling, saying such laws protect against voter fraud. “Voter identification is critical to the security of the electoral process,” Thornburgh said, and he also urged Kansas legislators to pass a similar law.

Laura and Jenna Bush read to kids in Prairie Village
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First Lady Laura Bush and her daughter Jenna Bush answered questions after reading their book, "Read All About It!," to a group of school kids Tuesday morning.

Kemper Arena in Financial Trouble
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Ten months after the city signed a new management contract, the aging arena is losing more events than expected to the Sprint Center and now it must also deal with budget cutbacks by the city.

Sales tax vote could decide Civic Center
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City leaders are envisioning the civic center as a way to offer more cultural activities to Lenexa residents. Recreational facilities, library space, and classrooms are just some of the possible features that could be included with the project. Wade added, “If voters support this (sales tax increase) in May, I think you will start to see a short time after, some firmer agreements coming about.”

City expects grant for taxi program
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Olathe’s taxi coupon program could get some much-needed funding. The city has applied for more than $400,000 in federal grant money, and city officials are optimistic the city will get it.

War memorial to former DCCC students dedicated
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Three simple but powerful objects make up the Battlefield Cross: A warrior's rifle, his helmet and his boots. The cross speaks of a warrior's life of sacrifice for his country, and is commonly used to show living soldiers' respect for their fallen comrades. Now, it forms the heart of Dodge City Community College's new memorial to three fallen warriors and former students.