A Manhattan, Kansas, resident was arrested Friday on allegations of rape, according to local police. The arrest, made by the Riley County Police Department, underscores the severity of sexual violence issues within the community.

In a heartfelt address, U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran paid tribute to Manhattan native Jim Sharp, celebrating the former soldier’s efforts in World War II. Delivered on the Senate floor, the salute aspired to honor generations of American veterans while spotlighting Sharp’s unique legacy.