Stories for November 4, 2008

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Lawrence public transit system saved

Voters overwhelmingly approve sales taxes to keep buses running after months of uncertainty.

View incoming national Senate results

Get the results of national Senate results here as they come in.

Electoral Count: Obama projected to win presidency

Obama currently has 338 electoral votes. McCain has 156.

The influences behind KU students’ votes

Political affiliations and candidate reputations are likely to affect students when they enter the voting booth today. But students are also worried about the influence of negative campaign ads used by both candidates.

How to organize a basketball camping group

The Kansas basketball team’s first exhibition game is tonight, and the first round of camping will start Wednesday morning at 6 a.m.

Coach senses another All-American

Kansas soccer player Lauren Jackson is quickly climbing the ranks after her freshman year.

Self announces lineup for season opener

Returning players get the start in tonight’s matchup against Washburn.

Professor to discuss the importance of pollinators

Orley “Chip” Taylor, professor of ecology, will present the lecture “What’s Happening to Our Honey Bees, Bumble Bees and Other Pollinators?” at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Dyche Hall.

Morning Brew: Kansas breeds athletes

Among the Jayhawk all stars exist some Kansas-natives who can put up points of their own. Don’t forget to watch the Jayhawks tip off against Washburn today. And finally, a tip of the hat goes to former Jayhawk tight end Derek Fine who enjoyed some nice statistics playing for the Bills this weekend.

Dufek: Don’t forget about volleyball

Women’s volleyball has the thrills, the venue and the talent. Students should check out their next game against Colorado where they’ll compete for a tournament bid.

How fair and balanced is the news?

The presidents of KU College Republicans and KU College Democrats will reach across the aisle to agree on at least one issue: The media should not let biases influence their coverage.

Student prepares for Project Runway competition

Bonnie Croisant has made the finals for the second year in a row. Watch her talk about the experience and see photos of her preparation.