SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Wichita Police Department employee on drug charges.

Just after 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, officers contacted the employee identified as 38-year-old Chad Michael Hobbick&nbsp; after receiving information about his involvement with illegal narcotics. 

He was arrested without incident&nbsp;and resigned from the department that day, according to officer Charley Davidson.

Hobbick faces requested charges of unlawful possession of meth and drug paraphernalia. The four-year employee worked in a support role for the Support Services Division and was not a police officer.&nbsp; He is no longer in custody, according to online jail records.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588620138876.png" alt="Hobbick photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Hobbick photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Wichita Police Department employee on drug charges.Just after 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, officers contacted the employee identified as 38-year-old Chad Michael Hobbick&nbsp; after receiving information about his involvement with illegal narcotics. He was arrested without incident&nbsp;and resigned from the department that day, according to officer Charley Davidson.Hobbick faces requested charges of unlawful possession of meth and drug paraphernalia. The four-year employee worked in a support role for the Support Services Division and was not a police officer.&nbsp; He is no longer in custody, according to online jail records.

Kan. police department employee accused of meth possession

SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an injury accident and have made an arrest.

A 1997 Mazda 2300 pickup driven by Wesley Spragg, 38, Salina, was westbound on Old Highway 40 at North Marymount Road just after 5a.m. Sunday, according to Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan.

The vehicle traveled onto the shoulder and the driver overcorrected. The vehicle crossed the highway and rolled into the south ditch.

Spragg left the scene on foot, but was located by deputies nearby and arrested on requested charges of&nbsp; Felony DUI, Driving while suspended, Possession of marijuana, Possession of paraphernalia, Leaving the scene of an accident and Obstruction, according to Soldan.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588599673055.jpeg" alt="Spragg&nbsp;Photo&nbsp; Saline County&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Spragg&nbsp;Photo&nbsp; Saline County&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an injury accident and have made an arrest.A 1997 Mazda 2300 pickup driven by Wesley Spragg, 38, Salina, was westbound on Old Highway 40 at North Marymount Road just after 5a.m. Sunday, according to Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588605832499.jpeg" alt="Weekend crash scene -Photo Saline Co. Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Weekend crash scene -Photo Saline Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>The vehicle traveled onto the shoulder and the driver overcorrected. The vehicle crossed the highway and rolled into the south ditch.Spragg left the scene on foot, but was located by deputies nearby and arrested on requested charges of&nbsp; Felony DUI, Driving while suspended, Possession of marijuana, Possession of paraphernalia, Leaving the scene of an accident and Obstruction, according to Soldan.

Kan. man jailed after he walks away from rollover crash

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man on drug distribution allegations.&nbsp;

Just after 8:30 a.m. Friday, the Wichita Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team executed a search warrant at a room at the Afton Motel, 855 South Broadway, regarding an ongoing narcotics investigation, according to officer Charley Davidson.

Police located 32-year-old Sterling Flemming inside and arrested him&nbsp; without further incident.&nbsp; During the investigation, officers recovered crack cocaine, marijuana, drug paraphernalia, a handgun, ammunition, and cash.

He is being held on requested charges that include&nbsp;possession of narcotics with the intent to sell, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana with the intent to sell.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588364728529.png" alt="Flemming photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Flemming photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man on drug distribution allegations.&nbsp;Just after 8:30 a.m. Friday, the Wichita Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team executed a search warrant at a room at the Afton Motel, 855 South Broadway, regarding an ongoing narcotics investigation, according to officer Charley Davidson.Police located 32-year-old Sterling Flemming inside and arrested him&nbsp; without further incident.&nbsp; During the investigation, officers recovered crack cocaine, marijuana, drug paraphernalia, a handgun, ammunition, and cash.He is being held on requested charges that include&nbsp;possession of narcotics with the intent to sell, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana with the intent to sell.

SWAT team helps arrest alleged Kan. drug dealer

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have made an arrest.

&nbsp;Just after 10:00p.m. Thursday, deputies responded to a vehicle burglary that had just occurred in the 3500 block of SE 2nd Street in Shawnee County, according to Deputy Shayna Anderson.

The reporting party was able to give a detailed description of the suspect's vehicle.

 Approximately one hour later a deputy stopped a vehicle matching that description at SE 2nd Terrace and High Street in Topeka. 

The deputy located a stolen item inside and arrested Erick M. Weems Jr., 25, of Topeka and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on the requested charges of burglary and driving with a suspended license.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588446054044.png" alt="Weems photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Weems photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have made an arrest.&nbsp;Just after 10:00p.m. Thursday, deputies responded to a vehicle burglary that had just occurred in the 3500 block of SE 2nd Street in Shawnee County, according to Deputy Shayna Anderson.The reporting party was able to give a detailed description of the suspect's vehicle. Approximately one hour later a deputy stopped a vehicle matching that description at SE 2nd Terrace and High Street in Topeka. The deputy located a stolen item inside and arrested Erick M. Weems Jr., 25, of Topeka and booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on the requested charges of burglary and driving with a suspended license.

Sheriff: Kansas burglary suspect had stolen items in vehicle

DODGE CITY, Kan. (AP) — A 16-year-old boy is in custody after he led authorities on a chase through several counties in a stolen school bus. 

Ford County authorities say they were notified Saturday about the bus being stolen out of Cheney in Sedgwick County. 

Sheriff Bill Carr says the driver evaded deputies for several miles, driving west on and off county roads and Highway 54. The driver eventually stopped and surrendered near Kingsdown in Ford County. 

Carr says the teenager was a runaway from another county.&nbsp;

DODGE CITY, Kan. (AP) — A 16-year-old boy is in custody after he led authorities on a chase through several counties in a stolen school bus. Ford County authorities say they were notified Saturday about the bus being stolen out of Cheney in Sedgwick County. Sheriff Bill Carr says the driver evaded deputies for several miles, driving west on and off county roads and Highway 54. The driver eventually stopped and surrendered near Kingsdown in Ford County. Carr says the teenager was a runaway from another county.&nbsp;

Sheriff: Kan. teen arrested after chase in stolen school bus

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man in connection with another violent attack.

Just before 7 p.m.&nbsp; Thursday, officers responded to an area hospital regarding an assault report, according to officer Charley Davidson.

 Upon arrival, officers contacted a 25-year-old woman who had extensive injuries to her face and neck.&nbsp; She was treated at the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation revealed, the woman had been battered and strangled to the point of unconsciousness multiple times over several days at her home in the 2200 block of East Lockwood in Wichita, by her boyfriend identified as 27-year-old Nathan Rowe.&nbsp; 

A family member brought her to the hospital, according to Davidson.&nbsp;

Police located Rowe Friday and arrested him without incident.&nbsp; He was booked into jail for this incident and two other separate domestic violence investigations from March, involving the same victim.

He faces requested charges of domestic battery, aggravated domestic battery strangulation, and aggravated domestic battery, stemming from multiple domestic violence battery, aggravated battery and strangulation investigations.

If you know of someone in a dangerous domestic relationship resources are available, please reach out to one of&nbsp; the following resources 911; Harbor House Domestic Violence Shelter, 620-263-6000 or The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588362216507.png" alt="Rowe from an earlier arrest in Sumner Co." />
 <figcaption>Rowe from an earlier arrest in Sumner Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man in connection with another violent attack.Just before 7 p.m.&nbsp; Thursday, officers responded to an area hospital regarding an assault report, according to officer Charley Davidson. Upon arrival, officers contacted a 25-year-old woman who had extensive injuries to her face and neck.&nbsp; She was treated at the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.The investigation revealed, the woman had been battered and strangled to the point of unconsciousness multiple times over several days at her home in the 2200 block of East Lockwood in Wichita, by her boyfriend identified as 27-year-old Nathan Rowe.&nbsp; A family member brought her to the hospital, according to Davidson.&nbsp;Police located Rowe Friday and arrested him without incident.&nbsp; He was booked into jail for this incident and two other separate domestic violence investigations from March, involving the same victim.He faces requested charges of domestic battery, aggravated domestic battery strangulation, and aggravated domestic battery, stemming from multiple domestic violence battery, aggravated battery and strangulation investigations.If you know of someone in a dangerous domestic relationship resources are available, please reach out to one of&nbsp; the following resources 911; Harbor House Domestic Violence Shelter, 620-263-6000 or The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

Kansas man arrested for violent attack on woman

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a drive by shooting.

Just after 7:00 p.m. Friday, police were dispatched to a disturbance with weapons at Maple and Mclean in Wichita, according to officer Kevin Wheeler. 

Two men in the area led an officer to a shooting victim in a passerby’s vehicle. 

The victim was a 20-year-old mn who had a gunshot wound to his right leg. 

He was transported by EMS to a local hospital with a non-life threatening injury.

The 20-year-old and two 19-year-old men reported they were walking east along Maple Street when two men in a red four-door vehicle approached them at the intersection of Sycamore and Maple and pointed guns at them. 

The victims ran and shots were fired striking the 20-year-old once. He was the only one injured.

Police do not believe this is a random incident and have not reported an arrest.

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a drive by shooting.Just after 7:00 p.m. Friday, police were dispatched to a disturbance with weapons at Maple and Mclean in Wichita, according to officer Kevin Wheeler. Two men in the area led an officer to a shooting victim in a passerby’s vehicle. The victim was a 20-year-old mn who had a gunshot wound to his right leg. He was transported by EMS to a local hospital with a non-life threatening injury.The 20-year-old and two 19-year-old men reported they were walking east along Maple Street when two men in a red four-door vehicle approached them at the intersection of Sycamore and Maple and pointed guns at them. The victims ran and shots were fired striking the 20-year-old once. He was the only one injured.Police do not believe this is a random incident and have not reported an arrest.

Police: 20-year-old Kan. man wounded in drive-by shooting

TOPEKA—Chief Justice Marla Luckert Friday evening issued six new administrative orders to provide updated direction to state courts and court users as the state slowly reopens following a plan
 outlined by the governor Thursday evening.

“These orders continue some of the strategies put in place at the beginning of this pandemic response and provide updated guidance for gradually reopening state courts, according to
 the framework announced by Governor Kelly,” said Chief Justice Luckert. “This approach reflects our commitment to protecting public health, and the health of our employees and judicial officers, while we increase the number and types of service we are
 able to deliver to the people of Kansas.”

<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETF3HgrLgDMShq-I2cPXEINI" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-044</a>: Reissuing Administrative Order 2020-PR-36 under Governor’s April 30, 2020, State of Disaster Emergency Declaration

This order suspends deadlines, time standards, and other applicable speedy trial provisions in municipal courts that have been closed by the COVID-19 pandemic and establishes that they
 will remain suspended until the court reopens and can reasonably place cases on its calendar or until further order. It also authorizes using two-way telephonic or electronic audio-visual communication in court proceedings to the extent they are permitted
 by the United States and Kansas Constitutions.

<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETGxkZlOwJ9IeKS5dCWo62CU" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-045</a>: Authorizing Two-Way Audio-Visual Communication in Any CourtProceeding

In this order, the chief justice authorizes courts to use two-way audio-visual communication to replace in-person judicial proceedings to protect the health and safety of court users,
 staff, and judicial officers.

The remote proceeding must be consistent with the United States and Kansas Constitutions, allow for confidential communication between counsel and a party or witness, and be reviewable
 by the public contemporaneously or soon after.

<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETMQBeYJmNb2rupmaq0iI9jw" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-046</a>: Suspending Deadlines and Time Limitations Under K.S.A. 2019 Supp. 22-3402

In this order, the chief justice suspends deadlines and time limitations to bring defendants to trial under authority granted her by House Substitute for Senate Bill 102, which took
 effect on its <a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETHgjDclCwXnUUYSsIowd6G4" target="_blank">
March 19, 2020, publication in the Kansas Register</a>.

<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETKCSAHsnLBKXbWs8xkxTpFc" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-047</a>: Suspending Deadlines and Time Limitations in Judicial Proceedings

In this order, the chief justice suspends statutes of limitations and statutory time standards regarding the conduct or processing of judicial proceedings under authority granted her
 by House Substitute for Senate Bill 102, which became law March 19.

The order allows for a district or appellate judge, or hearing officer, to exempt a case from the suspension of a statutory or other deadline, as long as it does not involve a matter
 covered by the governor’s Executive Order 20-10, which temporarily prohibits certain foreclosures and evictions.

<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETCSQ1s_eyIqQ3djICkJw5Rs" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-048</a>: Order Relating to District Court Operations in Counties Not Affected by a Stay-at-Home Order or Subject to a Directive Closing a County Courthouse or Other Judicial Office

This order applies to court operations in cities and counties in which no local stay-at-home order is in place now or after such a stay-at-home order is lifted.

It directs the chief judge of the judicial district to work with the local public health official to verify that all appropriate measures are taken to protect the health and safety of the public, court
 users, court staff, and judicial officers. It also includes instructions for staffing the court.

<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETHrvIkB3ajoyZoE_cAJyaAQ" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-049</a>: Relating to District Court Operations in Counties Affected by a Stay-at-Home Order or Subject to a Directive Closing a County Courthouse or Other Judicial Office

This order acknowledges that county officials, in response to local public health conditions, may impose more stringent restrictions than those issued by the governor and that these
 restrictions may affect courthouses, judicial officers, and court staff. Should that occur, the court covered by a local public health order will continue to perform essential functions as outlined. Nonessential functions may also be performed as resources
 and circumstances allow.

State courts have been operating in a limited capacity since March 18 under earlier Supreme Court orders issued in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Courts initially were restricted
 to only essential functions, but they were later permitted to perform additional functions, to the extent local resources and circumstances allowed.

Many courts, including the Supreme Court, have been carrying out their duties through remote hearings involving videoconferencing technology.

For a complete list of judicial branch actions to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETJY1fba_jQVMP7-5nL5HZLc" target="_blank">Kansas
 Courts Response to COVID-19</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1576879254086.png" alt="Kansas supreme court" />
 <figcaption>Kansas supreme court</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA—Chief Justice Marla Luckert Friday evening issued six new administrative orders to provide updated direction to state courts and court users as the state slowly reopens following a plan
 outlined by the governor Thursday evening.“These orders continue some of the strategies put in place at the beginning of this pandemic response and provide updated guidance for gradually reopening state courts, according to
 the framework announced by Governor Kelly,” said Chief Justice Luckert. “This approach reflects our commitment to protecting public health, and the health of our employees and judicial officers, while we increase the number and types of service we are
 able to deliver to the people of Kansas.”<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETF3HgrLgDMShq-I2cPXEINI" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-044</a>: Reissuing Administrative Order 2020-PR-36 under Governor’s April 30, 2020, State of Disaster Emergency DeclarationThis order suspends deadlines, time standards, and other applicable speedy trial provisions in municipal courts that have been closed by the COVID-19 pandemic and establishes that they
 will remain suspended until the court reopens and can reasonably place cases on its calendar or until further order. It also authorizes using two-way telephonic or electronic audio-visual communication in court proceedings to the extent they are permitted
 by the United States and Kansas Constitutions.<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETGxkZlOwJ9IeKS5dCWo62CU" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-045</a>: Authorizing Two-Way Audio-Visual Communication in Any CourtProceedingIn this order, the chief justice authorizes courts to use two-way audio-visual communication to replace in-person judicial proceedings to protect the health and safety of court users,
 staff, and judicial officers.The remote proceeding must be consistent with the United States and Kansas Constitutions, allow for confidential communication between counsel and a party or witness, and be reviewable
 by the public contemporaneously or soon after.<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETMQBeYJmNb2rupmaq0iI9jw" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-046</a>: Suspending Deadlines and Time Limitations Under K.S.A. 2019 Supp. 22-3402In this order, the chief justice suspends deadlines and time limitations to bring defendants to trial under authority granted her by House Substitute for Senate Bill 102, which took
 effect on its <a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETHgjDclCwXnUUYSsIowd6G4" target="_blank">
March 19, 2020, publication in the Kansas Register</a>.<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETKCSAHsnLBKXbWs8xkxTpFc" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-047</a>: Suspending Deadlines and Time Limitations in Judicial ProceedingsIn this order, the chief justice suspends statutes of limitations and statutory time standards regarding the conduct or processing of judicial proceedings under authority granted her
 by House Substitute for Senate Bill 102, which became law March 19.The order allows for a district or appellate judge, or hearing officer, to exempt a case from the suspension of a statutory or other deadline, as long as it does not involve a matter
 covered by the governor’s Executive Order 20-10, which temporarily prohibits certain foreclosures and evictions.<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETCSQ1s_eyIqQ3djICkJw5Rs" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-048</a>: Order Relating to District Court Operations in Counties Not Affected by a Stay-at-Home Order or Subject to a Directive Closing a County Courthouse or Other Judicial OfficeThis order applies to court operations in cities and counties in which no local stay-at-home order is in place now or after such a stay-at-home order is lifted.It directs the chief judge of the judicial district to work with the local public health official to verify that all appropriate measures are taken to protect the health and safety of the public, court
 users, court staff, and judicial officers. It also includes instructions for staffing the court.<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETHrvIkB3ajoyZoE_cAJyaAQ" target="_blank">Administrative
 Order 2020-PR-049</a>: Relating to District Court Operations in Counties Affected by a Stay-at-Home Order or Subject to a Directive Closing a County Courthouse or Other Judicial OfficeThis order acknowledges that county officials, in response to local public health conditions, may impose more stringent restrictions than those issued by the governor and that these
 restrictions may affect courthouses, judicial officers, and court staff. Should that occur, the court covered by a local public health order will continue to perform essential functions as outlined. Nonessential functions may also be performed as resources
 and circumstances allow.Essential functionsState courts have been operating in a limited capacity since March 18 under earlier Supreme Court orders issued in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Courts initially were restricted
 to only essential functions, but they were later permitted to perform additional functions, to the extent local resources and circumstances allowed.Essential functions generally include:<ol>
 <li>determining probable cause for persons arrested without a warrant;</li><li>first appearances;</li><li>bond hearings;</li><li>warrants for adults and juveniles;</li><li>juvenile detention hearings;</li><li>care and treatment emergency orders;</li><li>protection from abuse and protection from stalking temporary orders;</li><li>child in need of care hearings and orders;</li><li>commitment of sexually violent predators; and</li><li>isolation and quarantine hearings and orders.</li>
 </ol>Many courts, including the Supreme Court, have been carrying out their duties through remote hearings involving videoconferencing technology.For a complete list of judicial branch actions to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/7OQb2btLAon7mhUPJUGETJY1fba_jQVMP7-5nL5HZLc" target="_blank">Kansas
 Courts Response to COVID-19</a>.News Release<figure>
 <img src="" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>

New administrative orders for courts as Kan. plans to reopen

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas began releasing inmates this week as a way to check the spread of coronavirus in its prison system, but stopped when an outbreak mushroomed and created a danger of returning infected offenders to their communities, Gov. Laura Kelly said Friday.

Kelly said during an Associated Press interview that the Department of Corrections released only six inmates and put them under house arrest for the rest of their sentences. But confirmed coronavirus cases at the Lansing Correctional Facility outside Kansas City have skyrocketed among inmates and staff, and the prison is under quarantine.

“We got the testing results at Lansing and realized that we had some other work to do before we could let anybody else go,” Kelly said. The Department of Corrections said none of the six released were from Lansing.

Problems at the prison didn’t prevent Kelly from promising to lift a statewide stay-at-home order as planned at midnight Sunday or outlining&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/abd6bb1cfc4f6349d94f853f04b12bcb">a plan</a>&nbsp;to gradually reopen the state’s coronavirus-battered economy by June 15, starting with restaurants and many other businesses Monday. However, her economic plan frustrated some business owners, who won’t be allowed to reopen until at least May 18 while others can.

The state saw a 5% jump in confirmed coronavirus cases Friday, an increase of 221, to 4,449. It recorded a single new COVID-19-related death to make the state’s tally 130 since early March.

Kelly and Dr. Lee Norman, the state’s top public health administrator, said Friday that Kansas expects to receive some 60,000 testing kits from the federal government in May, a key factor in her decision to reopen the state.

The slowdown in economic activity is hitting the state budget. A new fiscal forecast issued less than two weeks ago projects Kansas will see its tax revenues drop 7.8% in the current budget year that began in July 2019. Tax collections in April suggested the new projections are on the mark: The state collected $578 million in taxes for the month, roughly what the new, more pessimistic fiscal forecast projected.

Dr. Drew Miller, a family physician in Lakin in southwest Kansas, said he still will advise people to stay home as much as possible. He said became comfortable with Kelly’s reopening plan as he reviewed it.

“It’s more conservative than what I thought it would be,” Miller said.

Kelly loosened restrictions on religious gatherings that prompted&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/1ec624a15ae111e72a20dd6818d64451">a lawsuit</a>&nbsp;by two churches and their pastors. A legal group representing them, Alliance Defending Freedom, announced plans to drop the lawsuit Friday.

But the disparate treatment of different businesses inspired criticism from some business owners. While restaurants can reopen Monday with social distancing and other restrictions, bars, gyms, fitness centers, hair salons and barbershops, among others, have to wait another two weeks at least.

Nathan Hunt, a retired Army platoon sergeant and combat veteran, said he can open his martial arts academy in Junction City safely. He said he can limit class sizes, clean his business thoroughly and put marks on his mats to keep students apart.

“I know how to corral the kittens,” Hunt said. “I don’t need another mom to tell me how to run my business safely.”

The outbreak at the Lansing prison is problematic for the state because 164 inmates living in a single dormitory-style housing unit tested positive without showing any symptoms. Department of Corrections spokeswoman Rebecca Witte said 253 inmates at Lansing have tested positive and two have died. Eighty-six employees — about 21% of the staff — have tested positive as well.

The state plans to test roughly 2,000 Lansing inmates and staff this weekend, Norman said.

There also are infections among either staff or inmates in four other correctional facilities, although they are much smaller, the agency said.

Kelly has faced pressure from inmates’ families and an American Civil Liberties Union of Kansas state-court lawsuit to release some inmates.

The ACLU accused the department in a statement of “delay in addressing the very real threat posed by COVID-19 to the incarcerated, to corrections staff, and to the community.”

Kelly said other inmates “on the list” for being released early and put under house arrest “really are victims of the pandemic.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588352329083.png" alt="Kansas Governor Laura Kelly during her televised address on Thursday" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Governor Laura Kelly during her televised address on Thursday</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas began releasing inmates this week as a way to check the spread of coronavirus in its prison system, but stopped when an outbreak mushroomed and created a danger of returning infected offenders to their communities, Gov. Laura Kelly said Friday.Kelly said during an Associated Press interview that the Department of Corrections released only six inmates and put them under house arrest for the rest of their sentences. But confirmed coronavirus cases at the Lansing Correctional Facility outside Kansas City have skyrocketed among inmates and staff, and the prison is under quarantine.“We got the testing results at Lansing and realized that we had some other work to do before we could let anybody else go,” Kelly said. The Department of Corrections said none of the six released were from Lansing.Problems at the prison didn’t prevent Kelly from promising to lift a statewide stay-at-home order as planned at midnight Sunday or outlining&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/abd6bb1cfc4f6349d94f853f04b12bcb">a plan</a>&nbsp;to gradually reopen the state’s coronavirus-battered economy by June 15, starting with restaurants and many other businesses Monday. However, her economic plan frustrated some business owners, who won’t be allowed to reopen until at least May 18 while others can.The state saw a 5% jump in confirmed coronavirus cases Friday, an increase of 221, to 4,449. It recorded a single new COVID-19-related death to make the state’s tally 130 since early March.Kelly and Dr. Lee Norman, the state’s top public health administrator, said Friday that Kansas expects to receive some 60,000 testing kits from the federal government in May, a key factor in her decision to reopen the state.The slowdown in economic activity is hitting the state budget. A new fiscal forecast issued less than two weeks ago projects Kansas will see its tax revenues drop 7.8% in the current budget year that began in July 2019. Tax collections in April suggested the new projections are on the mark: The state collected $578 million in taxes for the month, roughly what the new, more pessimistic fiscal forecast projected.Dr. Drew Miller, a family physician in Lakin in southwest Kansas, said he still will advise people to stay home as much as possible. He said became comfortable with Kelly’s reopening plan as he reviewed it.“It’s more conservative than what I thought it would be,” Miller said.Kelly loosened restrictions on religious gatherings that prompted&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/1ec624a15ae111e72a20dd6818d64451">a lawsuit</a>&nbsp;by two churches and their pastors. A legal group representing them, Alliance Defending Freedom, announced plans to drop the lawsuit Friday.But the disparate treatment of different businesses inspired criticism from some business owners. While restaurants can reopen Monday with social distancing and other restrictions, bars, gyms, fitness centers, hair salons and barbershops, among others, have to wait another two weeks at least.Nathan Hunt, a retired Army platoon sergeant and combat veteran, said he can open his martial arts academy in Junction City safely. He said he can limit class sizes, clean his business thoroughly and put marks on his mats to keep students apart.“I know how to corral the kittens,” Hunt said. “I don’t need another mom to tell me how to run my business safely.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1586514248901.png" alt="Two inmates at the Lansing Prison have died as a result of the virus." />
 <figcaption>Two inmates at the Lansing Prison have died as a result of the virus.</figcaption>
 </figure>The outbreak at the Lansing prison is problematic for the state because 164 inmates living in a single dormitory-style housing unit tested positive without showing any symptoms. Department of Corrections spokeswoman Rebecca Witte said 253 inmates at Lansing have tested positive and two have died. Eighty-six employees — about 21% of the staff — have tested positive as well.The state plans to test roughly 2,000 Lansing inmates and staff this weekend, Norman said.There also are infections among either staff or inmates in four other correctional facilities, although they are much smaller, the agency said.Kelly has faced pressure from inmates’ families and an American Civil Liberties Union of Kansas state-court lawsuit to release some inmates.The ACLU accused the department in a statement of “delay in addressing the very real threat posed by COVID-19 to the incarcerated, to corrections staff, and to the community.”Kelly said other inmates “on the list” for being released early and put under house arrest “really are victims of the pandemic.”___

Coronavirus outbreak prompts Kansas to stop prison releases

SHAWNEE COUNTY– A total of four teens were arrested Thursday following an incident at the Days Inn in Topeka.

Just after noon Thursday, officers from the Topeka Police Department responded to the Days Inn, 1510 SW Wanamaker Road on a report of three persons who were possibly unresponsive in a room at the motel, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Koenen.

Officers made contact with a total of five people who were responsive, but were showing possible signs of impairment. 

Medical personnel arrived on scene and all five individuals were medically cleared.

Upon further investigation, a total of four teens are facing&nbsp; charges including a 17-year-old boy who was arrested and booked into the Shawnee County Juvenile Detention Center on the following charges Possession of stolen property Criminal carry of a weapon and Criminal damage.

A 16-year-old boy was arrested and taken to Juvenile Intake for a Misdemeanor warrant

A 17-year-old boy was arrested and taken to Juvenile Intake on the requested charges of Obstruction and 3 misdemeanor warrants.

A 17-year-old girl was arrested and taken to Juvenile Intake for an alleged Probation violation.

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 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the investigation -photo courtesy WIBW TV</figcaption>
 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY– A total of four teens were arrested Thursday following an incident at the Days Inn in Topeka.Just after noon Thursday, officers from the Topeka Police Department responded to the Days Inn, 1510 SW Wanamaker Road on a report of three persons who were possibly unresponsive in a room at the motel, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Koenen.Officers made contact with a total of five people who were responsive, but were showing possible signs of impairment. Medical personnel arrived on scene and all five individuals were medically cleared.Upon further investigation, a total of four teens are facing&nbsp; charges including a 17-year-old boy who was arrested and booked into the Shawnee County Juvenile Detention Center on the following charges Possession of stolen property Criminal carry of a weapon and Criminal damage.A 16-year-old boy was arrested and taken to Juvenile Intake for a Misdemeanor warrantA 17-year-old boy was arrested and taken to Juvenile Intake on the requested charges of Obstruction and 3 misdemeanor warrants.A 17-year-old girl was arrested and taken to Juvenile Intake for an alleged Probation violation.

Police: Kan. teens reported unresponsive in motel, arrested

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating the April 23 shooting death of a 37-year-old Kansas man have arrested a third suspect.

On April 24, police released information to the community to help locate 28-year-old Jesse Sweeney, Bobbie Williams-Cox, and William Moore regarding the investigation.&nbsp; 

Just after 4 p.m. on Thursday, an alert citizen called 911 reporting seeing Sweeney at an apartment complex in the 200 block of North Topeka in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson. Upon arrival, officers attempted to contact Sweeney at an apartment, and he fled out a window onto the fire escape and onto a separate floor of the apartments.

Police covered off the area, located Sweeney, and arrested him without further incident.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He is being held on requested charges that include aggravated kidnapping, aggravated assault, use of a deadly weapon, contempt of court and failure to appear. He is being held on bonds totaling $258,500, according to online jail records.

On Tuesday, Bobbie Williams, 36, was&nbsp; charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of her boyfriend Blake Mayes, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorey.

She and William Moore, 51, were also charged with aggravated kidnapping and aggravated assault when they&nbsp;&nbsp;made first appearances in court.

Police investigators say the shooting happened after a disturbance occurred between Mayes, Williams and Sweeney.&nbsp;

Police arrested Moore in Wichita and Williams in the Topeka area last weekend.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Sweeney has previously been arrested and convicted of charges of possession of narcotic drugs, according to Davidson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588334948493.png" alt="Sweeney " />
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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating the April 23 shooting death of a 37-year-old Kansas man have arrested a third suspect.On April 24, police released information to the community to help locate 28-year-old Jesse Sweeney, Bobbie Williams-Cox, and William Moore regarding the investigation.&nbsp; Just after 4 p.m. on Thursday, an alert citizen called 911 reporting seeing Sweeney at an apartment complex in the 200 block of North Topeka in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson. Upon arrival, officers attempted to contact Sweeney at an apartment, and he fled out a window onto the fire escape and onto a separate floor of the apartments.Police covered off the area, located Sweeney, and arrested him without further incident.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is being held on requested charges that include aggravated kidnapping, aggravated assault, use of a deadly weapon, contempt of court and failure to appear. He is being held on bonds totaling $258,500, according to online jail records.<figure>
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 <figcaption>Williams remains jailed on a $150,ooo bond- photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>On Tuesday, Bobbie Williams, 36, was&nbsp; charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of her boyfriend Blake Mayes, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorey.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1587856746805.png" alt="Moore photo Sedgwick Co." />
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 </figure>She and William Moore, 51, were also charged with aggravated kidnapping and aggravated assault when they&nbsp;&nbsp;made first appearances in court.Police investigators say the shooting happened after a disturbance occurred between Mayes, Williams and Sweeney.&nbsp;Police arrested Moore in Wichita and Williams in the Topeka area last weekend.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sweeney has previously been arrested and convicted of charges of possession of narcotic drugs, according to Davidson.

Police arrest 3rd suspect in murder of Kan. woman's boyfriend

KANSAS CITY– A Kansas City-area man was arrested Wednesday, the same day he shared pornographic images over the internet that he had just taken of a 5-year-old child victim, was charged in federal court, according to the United State's Attorney's office.

Justin Swift, 35, Independence, Mo. was charged in a two-count criminal complaint with producing child pornography and with distributing child pornography over the internet. Swift, who was arrested on Tuesday, April 28, remains in federal custody pending a detention hearing on Monday.

According to an affidavit filed in support of the federal criminal complaint, Swift shared 11 images of child pornography on Tuesday, April 28, with another person using the Kik message application on his phone. Swift falsely claimed the child victim was his 5-year-old daughter, the affidavit says, and commented that he took the photos either the night before or a few minutes before distributing them.

Law enforcement officers executed a search warrant at Swift’s residence later on the same day. Swift, an unidentified woman, and four children – including the child victim – were present. Officers seized Swift’s phone, the affidavit says, which contained numerous sexually explicit images of the child victim, including the same photos Swift had previously distributed via the Kik application. Swift was placed under arrest.

The charges contained in this complaint are simply accusations, and not evidence of guilt. Evidence supporting the charges must be presented to a federal trial jury, whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.

&nbsp;His first court hearing in the case is scheduled for Monday.

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 <figcaption>Swift has a previous conviction for domestic assault, according to the Missouri Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY– A Kansas City-area man was arrested Wednesday, the same day he shared pornographic images over the internet that he had just taken of a 5-year-old child victim, was charged in federal court, according to the United State's Attorney's office.Justin Swift, 35, Independence, Mo. was charged in a two-count criminal complaint with producing child pornography and with distributing child pornography over the internet. Swift, who was arrested on Tuesday, April 28, remains in federal custody pending a detention hearing on Monday.According to an affidavit filed in support of the federal criminal complaint, Swift shared 11 images of child pornography on Tuesday, April 28, with another person using the Kik message application on his phone. Swift falsely claimed the child victim was his 5-year-old daughter, the affidavit says, and commented that he took the photos either the night before or a few minutes before distributing them.Law enforcement officers executed a search warrant at Swift’s residence later on the same day. Swift, an unidentified woman, and four children – including the child victim – were present. Officers seized Swift’s phone, the affidavit says, which contained numerous sexually explicit images of the child victim, including the same photos Swift had previously distributed via the Kik application. Swift was placed under arrest.The charges contained in this complaint are simply accusations, and not evidence of guilt. Evidence supporting the charges must be presented to a federal trial jury, whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.&nbsp;His first court hearing in the case is scheduled for Monday.

Felon caught with alleged child porn victim at home

HARVEY COUNTY— Charges were filed Thursday against a Kansas couple for alleged threats of possibly spreading the coronavirus at a Walmart store in Newton on April 6, according to&nbsp;Harvey County Chief Deputy Attorney Jason Lane.

Hazel Hamrick, 29, and Ernest Williams, 47, both of Hesston are accused of stating and portraying that Williams was infected with COVID-19, to customers and employees inside the Walmart business in an attempt to cause fear.

Hamrick faces two felony counts of criminal threat. Each count carries a penalty range of 5-to-17 months in prison and a fine of up to $100,000.

Williams faces two felony counts of aiding and abetting criminal threat. Each count carries a penalty range of 5-to-17 months in prison and a fine of up to $100,000.

Both individuals also face one misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct. The maximum penalty of that count is one month in county jail and a fine of up to $500.

Both individuals have posted bond, which was set by the District Court at $5,000 each.

Hamrick’s and Williams’ first appearances are scheduled for June 2 at 3 p.m.

HARVEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating&nbsp; a viral video of two people walking through Walmart in Newton coughing on other people and saying they have coronavirus, according to a social media report police in Newton.

Police were not called at the time of this incident, but Newton officers began investigating after seeing the video on social media. Police identified the suspects, interviewed them and have arrested Hazel Hamrick, 29, and Ernest Williams, 47, both of Hesston,&nbsp; on requested charges of felony criminal threat and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. They've been booked into Harvey County Jail.

Both admitted to walking around Walmart with Williams coughing on people while Hamrick verbalized that Williams had the coronavirus. They both indicated they don't take the COVID-19 pandemic seriously and thought it would be funny.

Harvey County Attorney's Office has indicated they will aggressively pursue prosecution of the two individuals, including other potential criminal charges, according to police

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 </figure>Williams photo Harvey CountyHARVEY COUNTY— Charges were filed Thursday against a Kansas couple for alleged threats of possibly spreading the coronavirus at a Walmart store in Newton on April 6, according to&nbsp;Harvey County Chief Deputy Attorney Jason Lane.Hazel Hamrick, 29, and Ernest Williams, 47, both of Hesston are accused of stating and portraying that Williams was infected with COVID-19, to customers and employees inside the Walmart business in an attempt to cause fear.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1588282116224.png" alt="Hazel Hamrick -photo Harvey Co." />
 <figcaption>Hazel Hamrick -photo Harvey Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hamrick faces two felony counts of criminal threat. Each count carries a penalty range of 5-to-17 months in prison and a fine of up to $100,000.Williams faces two felony counts of aiding and abetting criminal threat. Each count carries a penalty range of 5-to-17 months in prison and a fine of up to $100,000.Both individuals also face one misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct. The maximum penalty of that count is one month in county jail and a fine of up to $500.Both individuals have posted bond, which was set by the District Court at $5,000 each.Hamrick’s and Williams’ first appearances are scheduled for June 2 at 3 p.m.--------HARVEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating&nbsp; a viral video of two people walking through Walmart in Newton coughing on other people and saying they have coronavirus, according to a social media report police in Newton.Police were not called at the time of this incident, but Newton officers began investigating after seeing the video on social media. Police identified the suspects, interviewed them and have arrested Hazel Hamrick, 29, and Ernest Williams, 47, both of Hesston,&nbsp; on requested charges of felony criminal threat and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. They've been booked into Harvey County Jail.Both admitted to walking around Walmart with Williams coughing on people while Hamrick verbalized that Williams had the coronavirus. They both indicated they don't take the COVID-19 pandemic seriously and thought it would be funny.Harvey County Attorney's Office has indicated they will aggressively pursue prosecution of the two individuals, including other potential criminal charges, according to police

Kan. couple charged in coronavirus coughing prank

MONTGOMERY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have two suspects in custody.

Just after 8a.m. April 25, deputies responded to 5518 County Road 5800 near Cherryvale for report of a burglary. 

The owner reported his shed was broken into and security camera video also showed the suspects enter the victim's home while he was asleep, according to Sheriff Ron Wade.

Deputies identified the suspects as Christopher Whittley and Melinda Mattlock. With the help of police and the Kansas Highway Patrol, deputies located the suspect's vehicle and made an arrest during a traffic stop.

Whittley is being held on requested charges of theft, criminal damage to property and aggravated burglary. Mattlock is being held for aggravated burglary, according to Wilson.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1588023335773.png" alt="Whittley -Photo Montgomery Co." />
 <figcaption>Whittley -Photo Montgomery Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>MONTGOMERY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary and have two suspects in custody.Just after 8a.m. April 25, deputies responded to 5518 County Road 5800 near Cherryvale for report of a burglary. The owner reported his shed was broken into and security camera video also showed the suspects enter the victim's home while he was asleep, according to Sheriff Ron Wade.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1588023261505.png" alt="Matlock-photo Montgomery Co." />
 <figcaption>Matlock-photo Montgomery Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>Deputies identified the suspects as Christopher Whittley and Melinda Mattlock. With the help of police and the Kansas Highway Patrol, deputies located the suspect's vehicle and made an arrest during a traffic stop.Whittley is being held on requested charges of theft, criminal damage to property and aggravated burglary. Mattlock is being held for aggravated burglary, according to Wilson.

Sheriff: Kan. homeowner was sleeping during burglary 

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal traffic crash and have made an arrest.

Just before 4:30 a.m. Wednesday, police responded to an injury accident at Kellogg and Rock Road, according to officer Charley Davidson. 

Upon arrival, officers located 70-year-old Donald Hall of Wichita in critical condition and pinned inside of his vehicle.&nbsp; 

Wichita Fire Department crews removed Hall from the vehicle &nbsp;and he was pronounced deceased on the scene, according to Davidson. &nbsp;Hall was a longtime Wichita radio host and Wichita State University basketball announcer, according to Hall’s employer, Entercom Communications.

The investigation revealed a 2000 Lincoln driven by Ray Watkins, 43, Wichita, was southbound on Rock Road and collided with an eastbound 2012 Lincoln that had exited onto Kellogg Drive to turn north on Rock Road.

It appears at this time that Watkins ran a red light before colliding with Hall, according to Davidson.

Based on evidence found in Watkins’ vehicle and on his person, alcohol, and drugs are believed to be a factor in the accident. &nbsp;

Watkins was contacted at the scene with minor injuries and was arrested without incident on requested charges of 2nd-degree murder, according to Davidson.

Watkins has been previously arrested and convicted of a charge of aggravated robbery, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

“This is a very sad and tragic case,” Chief Gordon Ramsay said.&nbsp; “Don was a big part of the Wichita community for many years. He will be missed.&nbsp; WPD continues its thoughts and prayers for the Hall family and all those affected by this unfortunate incident.”

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 <figcaption>First responders on the scene of the fatal crash -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal traffic crash and have made an arrest.Just before 4:30 a.m. Wednesday, police responded to an injury accident at Kellogg and Rock Road, according to officer Charley Davidson. Upon arrival, officers located 70-year-old Donald Hall of Wichita in critical condition and pinned inside of his vehicle.&nbsp; Wichita Fire Department crews removed Hall from the vehicle &nbsp;and he was pronounced deceased on the scene, according to Davidson. &nbsp;Hall was a longtime Wichita radio host and Wichita State University basketball announcer, according to Hall’s employer, Entercom Communications.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1588182421819.png" alt="Watkins photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Watkins photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>The investigation revealed a 2000 Lincoln driven by Ray Watkins, 43, Wichita, was southbound on Rock Road and collided with an eastbound 2012 Lincoln that had exited onto Kellogg Drive to turn north on Rock Road.It appears at this time that Watkins ran a red light before colliding with Hall, according to Davidson.Based on evidence found in Watkins’ vehicle and on his person, alcohol, and drugs are believed to be a factor in the accident. &nbsp;Watkins was contacted at the scene with minor injuries and was arrested without incident on requested charges of 2nd-degree murder, according to Davidson.Watkins has been previously arrested and convicted of a charge of aggravated robbery, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.“This is a very sad and tragic case,” Chief Gordon Ramsay said.&nbsp; “Don was a big part of the Wichita community for many years. He will be missed.&nbsp; WPD continues its thoughts and prayers for the Hall family and all those affected by this unfortunate incident.”

Police: Driver arrested for murder after Kansas crash

SEDGWICK COUNTY— A Kansas woman has been charged in the deadly shooting of her boyfriend, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

On Tuesday, Bobbie Williams, 36, was&nbsp; charged with second-degree murder in the April 23 death of Blake Mayes. 

&nbsp;Police investigators say the shooting happened after a disturbance occurred between Mayes, Williams and another acquaintance identified as 28-year-old Jesse Sweeney of Wichita, in connection with the shooting.

Police are asking the public for help locating Sweeney.

Police arrested Moore in Wichita and Williams in the Topeka area over the weekend.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY— A Kansas woman has been charged in the deadly shooting of her boyfriend, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.On Tuesday, Bobbie Williams, 36, was&nbsp; charged with second-degree murder in the April 23 death of Blake Mayes. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1587856746805.png" alt="Moore photo Sedgwick Co." />
 <figcaption>Moore photo Sedgwick Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>She and William Moore, 51, were also charged with aggravated kidnapping and aggravated assault when they&nbsp;&nbsp;made first appearances in court.&nbsp;Police investigators say the shooting happened after a disturbance occurred between Mayes, Williams and another acquaintance identified as 28-year-old Jesse Sweeney of Wichita, in connection with the shooting.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1587762685888.png" alt="Sweeney" />
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 </figure>Police are asking the public for help locating Sweeney.Police arrested Moore in Wichita and Williams in the Topeka area over the weekend.&nbsp;

Kan. woman charged in deadly shooting of her boyfriend 

MONTGOMERY COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects for&nbsp;

Just after 7a.m. April 26, deputies responded to 4780 County Road 4600 for report of a 2027 Honda 4-wheeler and 2016 Honda Pioneer side-by-side, according to sheriff Ron Wade.

The owners had followed the vehicle's tracks into a business in the city of Independence. In addition, multiple community members provided tips about where the stolen vehicles had gone.

Just after 5p.m., a citizen called the sheriff's office to report two men were driving a 4-wheeler near Burns and Maple in Independence. Police located the vehicle at 1016 East Edison, according to Wade.&nbsp; Two men ran from the vehicle into a garaged where they were arrested.

Dalton Higginbothom is being held on warrants for failure to appear, theft and interference with law enforcement. Nathan Wiebelhause is being held on requested charges of possession of stolen property and interference with law enforcement, according to Wade.

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 </figure>MONTGOMERY COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects for&nbsp;Just after 7a.m. April 26, deputies responded to 4780 County Road 4600 for report of a 2027 Honda 4-wheeler and 2016 Honda Pioneer side-by-side, according to sheriff Ron Wade.The owners had followed the vehicle's tracks into a business in the city of Independence. In addition, multiple community members provided tips about where the stolen vehicles had gone.Just after 5p.m., a citizen called the sheriff's office to report two men were driving a 4-wheeler near Burns and Maple in Independence. Police located the vehicle at 1016 East Edison, according to Wade.&nbsp; Two men ran from the vehicle into a garaged where they were arrested.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1588023096219.png" alt="Wiebelhaus photo Montgomery Co." />
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 </figure>Dalton Higginbothom is being held on warrants for failure to appear, theft and interference with law enforcement. Nathan Wiebelhause is being held on requested charges of possession of stolen property and interference with law enforcement, according to Wade.

Kan. deputies follow tracks, arrest 2 for alleged theft

YORK, S.C. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Bashaud Breeland has been arrested in South Carolina for resisting arrest and other offenses.

Breeland, who is from Charlotte, was arrested in York County, just south of the North Carolina-South Carolina border. Breeland was also charged with driving with an open container of alcohol, possession of marijuana or hash and driving without a license.

Breeland had seven tackles and an interception in the Chiefs' 31-20 Super Bowl win over San Francisco two months ago.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Breeland photo York Co. SheriffYORK, S.C. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Bashaud Breeland has been arrested in South Carolina for resisting arrest and other offenses.Breeland, who is from Charlotte, was arrested in York County, just south of the North Carolina-South Carolina border. Breeland was also charged with driving with an open container of alcohol, possession of marijuana or hash and driving without a license.Breeland had seven tackles and an interception in the Chiefs' 31-20 Super Bowl win over San Francisco two months ago.&nbsp;

Chiefs DB Bashaud Breeland arrested in South Carolina

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a home burglary and have made an arrest.

Just after 10a.m. Sunday, deputies responded to a possible burglary of a vacant home in the 3100 block of SE 45th Street, according to deputy Shayna Anderson.

 Deputies&nbsp;discovered evidence that indicated forced entry was made and believed that suspects were possibly still inside the residence. 

A sheriff's K9 handler made announcements into the residence which resulted in the suspect identified as Luke A. Bennett, 47, Topeka surrendering without incident.

Deputies booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on reqyested charges of burglary, theft, criminal damage and violation of the governor's executive order.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1588017771471.png" alt="Bennett" />
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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a home burglary and have made an arrest.Just after 10a.m. Sunday, deputies responded to a possible burglary of a vacant home in the 3100 block of SE 45th Street, according to deputy Shayna Anderson. Deputies&nbsp;discovered evidence that indicated forced entry was made and believed that suspects were possibly still inside the residence. A sheriff's K9 handler made announcements into the residence which resulted in the suspect identified as Luke A. Bennett, 47, Topeka surrendering without incident.Deputies booked him into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on reqyested charges of burglary, theft, criminal damage and violation of the governor's executive order.

Kan. sheriff's K9 helps convince burglary suspect to surrender

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of auto thefts involving the same teen since Saturday.

At approximately 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, police responded to a suspicious character with a weapon call in the 2700 block of North Greenwich in Wichita regarding two juveniles attempting to enter a locked vehicle, according to officer Charley Davidson.

During the investigation of the call, police located and arrested a 14-year-old who was seen running away from a stolen vehicle that had been left running earlier on Sunday.&nbsp;

At approximately 7:20 a.m. Monday, police responded to an auto theft just occurred call at a business in the 3400 block of South West Street in Wichita after keys were left in a vehicle. 

The same 14-year-old entered the vehicle and fled, striking the 22-year-old male vehicle owner in the process. The vehicle owner sustained minor injuries.&nbsp; 

Police quickly located the stolen vehicle and arrested the 14-year-old without further incident. He was booked into the Juvenile Detention Facility on requested charges of auto theft and aggravated battery, according to Davidson.&nbsp;

On Saturday, police in Derby&nbsp; arrested the 14-year-old juvenile in possession of a vehicle that had been stolen in Wichita on Saturday morning.&nbsp;

The 14-year-old has also been listed and cleared as a runaway eight times this month.

“Since the juvenile law changes, it has impacted our ability to address juvenile offenders swiftly,” said Chief Gordon Ramsay. “This has been especially concerning during this pandemic. WPD will continue working with legislatures and state associations to help address issues of juveniles who lack support, care, and oversight.”

Police remind all citizens not to leave your vehicle running unattended and not to leave your keys in your car. Doing so makes you susceptible to becoming the victim of auto theft. Take extra time and ensure you keep yourself and your property safe.

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of auto thefts involving the same teen since Saturday.At approximately 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, police responded to a suspicious character with a weapon call in the 2700 block of North Greenwich in Wichita regarding two juveniles attempting to enter a locked vehicle, according to officer Charley Davidson.During the investigation of the call, police located and arrested a 14-year-old who was seen running away from a stolen vehicle that had been left running earlier on Sunday.&nbsp;At approximately 7:20 a.m. Monday, police responded to an auto theft just occurred call at a business in the 3400 block of South West Street in Wichita after keys were left in a vehicle. The same 14-year-old entered the vehicle and fled, striking the 22-year-old male vehicle owner in the process. The vehicle owner sustained minor injuries.&nbsp; Police quickly located the stolen vehicle and arrested the 14-year-old without further incident. He was booked into the Juvenile Detention Facility on requested charges of auto theft and aggravated battery, according to Davidson.&nbsp;On Saturday, police in Derby&nbsp; arrested the 14-year-old juvenile in possession of a vehicle that had been stolen in Wichita on Saturday morning.&nbsp;The 14-year-old has also been listed and cleared as a runaway eight times this month.“Since the juvenile law changes, it has impacted our ability to address juvenile offenders swiftly,” said Chief Gordon Ramsay. “This has been especially concerning during this pandemic. WPD will continue working with legislatures and state associations to help address issues of juveniles who lack support, care, and oversight.”Police remind all citizens not to leave your vehicle running unattended and not to leave your keys in your car. Doing so makes you susceptible to becoming the victim of auto theft. Take extra time and ensure you keep yourself and your property safe.

Police: 14-year-old arrested for multiple auto thefts

WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General William Barr on Monday ordered federal prosecutors across the U.S. to identify coronavirus-related restrictions from state and local governments “that could be violating the constitutional rights and civil liberties of individual citizens.”

The memo to U.S. attorneys directs the head of the Justice Department’s civil rights division and the U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan to coordinate the department’s efforts to monitor state and local policies and take action if needed.

“If a state or local ordinance crosses the line from an appropriate exercise of authority to stop the spread of COVID-19 into an overbearing infringement of constitutional and statutory protections, the Department of Justice may have an obligation to address that overreach in federal court.”

Barr’s memo comes about two weeks after the Justice Department&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/93201a33ee3f73017f02d273f868bfba">filed a statement of interest</a>&nbsp;in a civil case in Mississippi, siding with a Christian church where local officials had tried to stop Holy Week services broadcast to congregants sitting in their cars in the parking lot.

The directive also comes as many stay-at-home orders are set to expire and governors eager to rescue their economies are moving to ease restrictions meant to control the spread of the coronavirus, even as new hot spots emerge and experts warn that moving too fast could prove disastrous.

At the same time, protesters have staged demonstrations against stay-at-home orders, and in recent weeks, President Donald Trump has urged supporters to “liberate” three states led by Democratic governors.

Trump was asked at Monday’s coronavirus briefing about the strategy behind the decision by the Justice Department.

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 <figcaption>Attorney General William Barr during a Coronavirus Task Force Briefing earlier this month -image courtesy White H ouse</figcaption>
 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General William Barr on Monday ordered federal prosecutors across the U.S. to identify coronavirus-related restrictions from state and local governments “that could be violating the constitutional rights and civil liberties of individual citizens.”The memo to U.S. attorneys directs the head of the Justice Department’s civil rights division and the U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan to coordinate the department’s efforts to monitor state and local policies and take action if needed.“If a state or local ordinance crosses the line from an appropriate exercise of authority to stop the spread of COVID-19 into an overbearing infringement of constitutional and statutory protections, the Department of Justice may have an obligation to address that overreach in federal court.”Barr’s memo comes about two weeks after the Justice Department&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/93201a33ee3f73017f02d273f868bfba">filed a statement of interest</a>&nbsp;in a civil case in Mississippi, siding with a Christian church where local officials had tried to stop Holy Week services broadcast to congregants sitting in their cars in the parking lot.The directive also comes as many stay-at-home orders are set to expire and governors eager to rescue their economies are moving to ease restrictions meant to control the spread of the coronavirus, even as new hot spots emerge and experts warn that moving too fast could prove disastrous.At the same time, protesters have staged demonstrations against stay-at-home orders, and in recent weeks, President Donald Trump has urged supporters to “liberate” three states led by Democratic governors.Trump was asked at Monday’s coronavirus briefing about the strategy behind the decision by the Justice Department.“Well, you’d have to ask Attorney General Barr, but I think he wants to see — like everybody, he wants to see people get back and he wants to see people get back to work,” Trump said. “He doesn’t want people to be held up when there’s no reason for doing it. In some cases, perhaps it’s too strict. He wants to make sure people have the rights and they maintain the rights, very importantly.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1587679047074.png" alt="Protesters mounted a slow-moving caravan around the Statehouse April 23 to push for an end to Gov. Laura Kelly's stay-at-home order." />
 <figcaption>Protesters mounted a slow-moving caravan around the Statehouse April 23 to push for an end to Gov. Laura Kelly's stay-at-home order.</figcaption>
 </figure>The Justice Department argued in the Mississippi filing that officials in Greenville appeared to be targeting religious conduct by singling churches out as the only essential service, as designated by the state of Mississippi, that may not operate despite following all Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state recommendations regarding social distancing.In an interview with radio host Hugh Hewitt last week, Barr said the Justice Department could support legal action against states that impose strict measures as the number of coronavirus cases begins to subside.“The idea that you have to stay in your house is disturbingly close to house arrest,” Barr said. “I’m not saying it wasn’t justified. I’m not saying in some places it might still be justified. But it’s very onerous, as is shutting down your livelihood.”Barr said he believes there is a sufficient basis for social distancing rules that have been put in place, but he has cautioned that there may be concern if the restrictive measures continue too long. He has said the U.S. must find a way to allow business to adapt and reopen.“I think we have to allow people to figure out ways of getting back to work and keep their workers and customers safe,” Barr said in an interview with Fox News earlier this month. “I’m not suggesting we stop social distancing overnight. There may come a time where we have to worry less about that.”For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough, that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia, and death. The vast majority of people recover.