LAWRENCE —An estimated 70,000 fans celebrated the University of Kansas National championship in downtown Lawrence on Monday night, according to Lawrence Police.
Lawrence's main downtown strip, Massachusetts Street, was crammed sidewalk to sidewalk as fans watched the game on an enormous flat-screen TV suspended high over the street from a construction lift.
According to a social media report, the police ended the party with minimal incidents. Preliminary reports show 3 arrests and one person issued a notice to appear without a physical arrest. None included serious injuries.
The celebration will continue Tuesday with a welcome home event scheduled for Memorial Stadium at approximately 4:15 p.m. Gates to the stadium will open at 3p.m., according to the University of Kansas.
A shuttle will be available from the Vermont Street garage and Riverfront Plaza.
A parade is also being planned for the weekend. Check the Post for additional details as they become available.