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University of Kansas prepared to tighten belt for lean times
Monday, Sept. 1, 2008
University of Kansas is making it clear many would lose their jobs if colleges were forced to cut their budgets. How many jobs at KU and at Kansas State University would likely be cut if the schools have to shave 7 percent from their budgets. Read story.
New Web site rates Kansas judges
Friday, Aug. 29, 2008
You're two clicks away from viewing information that could help you make your decision in the November 2008 general election. Watch video.
Sebelius for president?
Media outlets: Kansas governor has chance of achieving what Hillary Clinton could not
Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008
She wasn't picked to be vice president, but Gov. Kathleen Sebelius may walk away with a huge consolation prize. What other Kansan joins Sebelius as a viable presidential pick in 2012. Watch video.
Sebelius addresses Democrats in Denver
Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008
After a quick shoutout to the Sunflower State, find out what Governor Sebelius had to say tonight. Watch video.
VP Watch: Business as usual until Obama breaks silence
Friday, Aug. 22, 2008
He's made a choice, but the announcement is yet to come. Governor Sebelius is said to be one of four potential candidates to be selected on the Democratic national ticket. All week, Sebelius has managed talk around her possible VP nomination, and today was no exception. Watch video.
VP Watch: Sebelius offers no clue on Obama's running mate
Friday, Aug. 22, 2008
49 News is following Gov. Kathleen Sebelius today, one day before she leaves for the Democratic National Convention, where she will speak. And, we're not the only media outlet following her. Get a sense of the media entourage she's been subjected to and find out how she feels about all the attention. Watch video.
Sebelius helps kick off national contest for students
The Governor still keeping mum on VP issue
Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008
Find out what the contest entails, and what opportunity the Governor says it offers students. Watch video.
Sebelius calls VP speculation "out of body experience"
Obama makes his VP choice, but isn't saying who
Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008
Speculation of her joining the Democratic ticket is so abundant, Gov. Kathleen Sebelius likens it to an "out-of-body experience." 49 News has been among the media outlets chasing the story and the governor. Where she was today in Topeka and where she is now. Watch video.
Obama's Veepstakes: Sebelius keeping quiet
Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008
Find out the supposed four finalists for the Democratic vice presidential position. Watch video.
Sebelius still on Obama's short list, as VP decision nears
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2008
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius' name is still being dropped as a possible running mate for Barack Obama. When he's expected to make his decision. Read story.
Funeral visits cut for inmates
Monday, Aug. 18, 2008
Prisoners in Kansas won't get to visit dying relatives or go to their funerals anymore as a part of budget cuts. Find out what other programs being cut and why Kansas communities could feel the hurt. Watch video.
College students should avoid credit card "deals," protect personal info
Monday, Aug. 18, 2008
The state's top cop is warning college students to protect themselves from credit card companies, scammers and even their own roommates. As students head back to school this week, 49 News Reporter Jesse Fray found out what the attorney general says they need to be aware of. Watch video.
Kansas Senate, House candidates skipping conventions
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008
They disagree on a lot of issues, but the Kansas delegation has one thing in common: They all prefer staying in Kansas instead of attending their respective conventions. When those conventions are. Read story.
Decision to skip Leavenworth as NBAF finalist was unfair, lawmaker says
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008
A state lawmaker is angry that Leavenworth has been dropped from the list of possible sites for a federal biosafety lab. What city she says doesn't belong on the list. Read story.
Sebelius plans to attend soldier's funeral
Monday, Aug. 11, 2008
Find out when the service for Spc. Ronald Schmidt is scheduled. Read story.
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