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The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

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Student protest signs for a walk out. Digital illustration by Ariza Noscal.

NEWS: When to Walk Out?

Stella Dorssom, News Planning Team April 30, 2026

Following a growing number of student walkouts held throughout the state, an addition to the Kansas Senate bill 315 attempts to restrict students’ First Amendment rights to protest during school hours....

Protesting, a group of individuals join together on Easter to continue their weekly Sunday protest. “Our constitution is being decimated by the Trump administration. They only care about their billionaire friends,” Anda Arms said.

NEWS: Students Protest the Trump Administration

Baila Love, Online Managing Editor May 16, 2025

Since President Donald J. Trump began enacting his discriminatory policies in February, Lawrence citizens have been protesting on Massachusetts Street against his administration. Despite high attendance,...

Joining in a chant during the weekly protest on Easter Sunday, Kelly Barth protests the importance of democracy. “We need to stop this rogue presidency, and the people need to rise up,” Barth said.

NEWS: Weekly Sunday Protests Continue

Jonah Frye, Reporter May 1, 2025

The crowd seen at Ninth and Massachusetts streets every Sunday from noon to 1 p.m. was first organized by Robin Gingerich and her husband in response to actions taken by the Trump administration. Since...

Photo illustration by Zoe Kaul.

NEWS: Kansan Faces Budget Cuts

Evie Chancy, News Managing Editor April 24, 2025

The KU Student Senate passed a bill that cuts funding for KU’s student publication, The University Daily Kansan, to $1.50 per student tuition from $3.64 per student tuition on March 13. The KU Student...

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