Man who stormed Capitol in caveman costume gets prison
A New York City judge’s son who stormed the U.S. Capitol wearing a furry “caveman” costume was sentenced on Friday to eight months in prison.
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Alleged bridge shooter may enter plea
It appears a man accused opening firing on the Centennial Bridge may resolve his criminal case with a plea agreement. A plea hearing is scheduled for Wednesday in the case of Jason R.
WHO: Nearly 15 million deaths associated with COVID-19
The World Health Organization estimates that nearly 15 million people were killed either by coronavirus or by its impact on overwhelmed health systems during the first two years of the pandemic, more than double the current official death toll of over 6 million.
Students win medals at state SkillsUSA conference
Thirteen Leavenworth High School students recently competed in events at the SkillsUSA Kansas State Championships Conference. And all 13 returned with medals for finishing in first, second or third place.
GOP works to get out the vote after calling elections rigged
Republican David Perdue has made election fraud the centerpiece of his run for Georgia governor. But if he hopes to win in this year’s midterm elections, his supporters will have to use the same democratic system he says they shouldn’t trust.
Ignorance and silence does not make for a just society
Between the late 1860s and 1930s, over 4,000 African Americans were lynched in the United States. They were victims of racial terrorism and often mob violence. Sadly, these acts were largely tolerated by state and federal officials. 2022 marked the first time a federal anti-lynching law was passed.
Leavenworth High School Project Graduation planned for May 21
The Leavenworth High School Parent Teacher Association will host the 36th annual Project Graduation Celebration from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. May 21 at the high school, 2012 10th Ave.
Samantha Bradbeer has wed Zachary Stephens
Miss Samantha Lynn Bradbeer and Zachary Stephens were united in marriage at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 23, 2022 in a formal double ring ceremony performed at The Memorial Chapel on Fort Leavenworth, KS.
MAYOR SPEAKS AT LUNCHEON
Mayor Camalla Leonhard was the guest speaker at the Kiwanis Club weekly luncheon. She spoke about upcoming events and projects in Leavenworth.
SAR INDUCTS NEW MEMBER
The Henry Leavenworth chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution recently inducted new member Mark Harris. He is shown with Jerry Gross.