The White House says an Iranian proposal addressing its nuclear program is useful and contains a level of seriousness not seen before. The European Union’s top diplomat called them, quote, “very important.”
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The U.S. Senate on Wednesday evening voted 81-18 Wednesday evening to raise the debt limit put an end to the 16-day Federal Government Shutdown. Kansas’ two U.S. Senators, both Republican voted on opposite sides. Voting to end the shutdown was U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Manhattan. Moran released the following statement shortly after the vote: “I share Kansans’ frustration with Washington’s habit of crisis-to-crisis governing. This latest standoff offered a rare opportunity for Congress and the President to change course, make real reductions in spending, lower federal deficits, and address the unfunded liabilities that threaten U.S. solvency.…
The Kansas State Basketball teams held a media day this afternoon with the season just a short few weeks away. Hear sound from Coaches Bruce Weber and Deb Patterson plus multiple players. The Big 12 football coaches teleconference was held, the guys discuss what the other coaches around the conference are thinking at the point in the season. Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus joins the guys to talk about the 6-0 start for the Chiefs. Washburn head coach Craig Schurig joins the show to talk about his team’s 6-0 start plus “You can’t be serious” and much more.
On today’s InFocus, Cathy talks with USD 383 School board member Leah Fliter and Associate Superintendent Bob Seymour, followed by MATC President Rob Edleston.
The White House is urging quick approval of a deal to raise the debt ceiling and end the partial government shutdown. Spokesman Jay Carney says the deal reached by Senate leaders achieves what’s necessary to move past brinkmanship.
Democratic leader Harry Reid says Senate leaders have reached a bipartisan deal to avoid default and end the government shutdown. His GOP counterpart Sen. Mitch McConnell says it’s “far less” than what his party wanted.
The Junction City Police Department arrested a juvenile suspect Wednesday in connection with a dozen residential burglaries in the south part of the city. Detectives developed a possible suspect on Tuesday. After surveillance was set up, the suspect was observed walking behind a house in the 200 block of South Eisenhower. As Officers approached, the suspect had just gained entry to a residence. After a short foot chase, a seventeen year old male visiting from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida was taken into custody. A search warrant was executed at his temporary residence, and numerous items believed to be stolen were collected.…
ATLANTA (AP) The Atlanta Hawks, looking for help at small forward, have signed former K-State standout Cartier Martin, who played with the Washington Wizards the last three seasons. The 6-foot-7 Martin played in 41 games, including three starts, with Washington last season. He averaged 6.6 points and 2.4 rebounds. Martin also has played with Charlotte and Golden State in his five-year career. He has played professionally in China, Turkey, Italy and in the NBA Development League. Martin could contend for playing time with DeMarre Carroll, James Johnson, Kyle Korver and others. Stay connected to all things KSU on the…
An injury accident was reported in Geary county just before 6 a.m. Tuesday. Richard Marsh of Council Grove was transported to Geary Community hospital following the accident in the 12,700 block of Humboldt Creek Road. A hospital spokeswoman indicated Marsh was in good condition but was being transferred to Stormont Vail in Topeka. The Geary County Sheriff’s department reported deputies responded to the single vehicle rollover accident at 5:54 a.m. Marsh was driving a 1990 Chevy C-1500 when the vehicle went off the left side of the road and overturned. The Geary county sheriff’s department also responded to three other…
The Manhattan City commission was involved in yet another debate concerning a decidedly divisive topic during Tuesday night’s executive session. To be or not to be… that is the question concerning the renovation of city hall to house a new Parks and Recreations office, and possible renovations to the Peace Memorial auditorium. Commissioner Rich Jankovich says the primary focus of the renovation is the relocation of the Parks and recreations office into city Hall to gain efficiencies, and provide better service to the community. However, the planned renovations continue to spark controversy as several community members rush to protect what…