What We're Tracking As the night goes on, skies will remain mainly clear cooling us down into the lower 60s. Tomorrow, once again we will see temperatures in the lower 90s with lots of sunshine. There is a low chance for isolated storms once again tomorrow. During the middle of the week, a front makes [...]
Editor's note: The original article indicated the city council had placed a cap of $8 million on the purchase of the hotel. A spokeswoman said the city council approved the use of $8 million in bonds to reimburse the purchase of the hotel, but it did not set a restriction on how much can be [...]
Property values in Shawnee County have steadily been increasing since 2018. In 2023, approximately 91% of properties in Shawnee County saw increases in appraised values, according to the Shawnee County Appraiser's Office (SCAO).
TOPEKA (KSNT)— More than $11 million is going toward transportation improvement projects in Kansas. Governor Laura Kelly joined state transportation officials in Gardner on Tuesday to announce that the money is being awarded to 14 statewide Cost Share Program projects. The projects include roadway improvements, pedestrian and access improvements and street rehabilitation. “If you’ve noticed that [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Several abortion provider organizations filed a lawsuit against the state of Kansas Tuesday over an abortion reversal bill passed in the Legislature this spring. The abortion providers announced their lawsuit in state court through a press release from the Center for Reproductive Rights (CRR). The groups seek legal action against laws which [...]
A one-bedroom, one-bathroom home in California has captured the attention of prospective buyers across the Los Angeles region and beyond.
Lawrence police suspect fentanyl overdoses in three overnight emergencies that killed a man and sent a woman and a teenager to hospitals.
Kansas City Chiefs, including Patrick Mahomes, sign up for Marquez Valdes-Scantling's celebrity softball game at Legends Field June 9.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Capper Foundation is holding their annual iCan Bike program this week at the Central Park Community Center. Throughout the five-day program, instructors with the assistance of volunteers, will teach 26 individuals with disabilities how to ride a conventional two-wheel bike. The program provides each participant with 75 minutes of instruction each [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - First responders are at the scene of a car crash in Manhattan that sent two people to a nearby hospital. The Riley County Police Department posted on social media at 9:37 a.m. on Tuesday, June 6 that the northbound offramp at North Seth Child Road and Anderson Avenue is closed to traffic [...]
For one week, those who visit the location can fuel up with the "world’s first and only Cheez-It Pump” designed to pump Cheez-It bags into a vehicle.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Visit Topeka, Visit Manhattan, Visit Emporia and Explore Lawrence are partnering up to create a virtual trail connecting 14 local breweries, distilleries and winery locations. The MET&L Prairie Pour Tour announcement is part of a new initiative to showcase the beer, wine and spirit scene in northeast Kansas, according to a press [...]
Video shows masked intruders kick in the door of a Florida home just after 3 a.m. and go inside.
Overall, today looks mainly dry and hot, but there could still be a few isolated storms by the afternoon. Temperatures remain warm and the humidity levels will stay moderate throughout the week. By the middle of the week, though, a front tries to make it's way through the area, but doesn't quite make it. It'll [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Three individuals were arrested in Topeka after a burglary attempt was foiled by law enforcement Sunday. At 4:15 p.m. Shawnee County Sheriff's deputies responded to reports of a burglary in progress on the 5200 block of SE 61st St. Upon arrival, a deputy saw two vehicles trying to leave the scene. The [...]
RILEY COUNTY (KSNT) - Officials want to hear from residents about implementing a four-day work week for county employees, and are asking for your assistance. Monday morning, Riley County Commissioners discussed a proposal to implement a four-day work week for Riley County employees. The county is proposing a schedule shift to offer customers more opportunities [...]
WAMEGO (KSNT)- Hayden Oviatt was a force to be reckoned with in three sports at Wamego. The (now former) Red Raider drew attention in football, wrestling and baseball. He won a state wrestling title as a junior. He led Wamego football to the state title game, even after an injury sidelined him for several weeks [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Officials say the avian flu is in farmers' rearview mirrors as chickens are healthy, and they can start to sell more eggs. If you’ve been to the grocery store lately, you know egg prices are now back to normal. An avian flu outbreak starting in February caused egg and chicken production issues [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital treats the toughest of childhood cancers and pediatric diseases. 27 News Evening Anchor David George recently traveled there to meet one of the heroes who make it all possible. Michael Bigley is currently the Director of Strategic Partnerships, and he was once a patient himself. He now leads [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT)- The Topeka Jayhawk Club held its annual golf tournament at Shawnee Country Club on Monday. The tournament, called the Otto Schnellbacher Classic, brought hundreds of Jayhawks together. KU head football coach Lance Leipold, head men's basketball coach Bill Self and athletic director Travis Goff were all in attendance. Those famous Jayhawks said the [...]
WABAUNSEE CO. (KSNT) - Deputies say no one was injured after a crash between a car and train. The Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Department received a call at around 5:20 p.m. of a train colliding with a car near NW 1st Street and NW Carlson Road. According to Undersheriff Eric Kirsch, an individual left a car [...]
Topeka (KSNT) -- Kansas democrats are preparing for a ‘fight’ to overturn the Republican supermajority in next year’s election. The party is closing the gap on the Republican supermajority in the House after last year’s election. Kansas Democratic Party Chair Jeanna Repass spoke with Inside Kansas Politics host Rebekah Chung about what to expect in 2024, [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT)- Bill Self greeted fans and talked with media on Monday in Topeka. He was at Shawnee Country Club for the annual Topeka Jayhawk Club golf tournament. Self was in attendance alongside KU athletic director Travis Goff, KU head football coach Lance Leipold and former KU basketball player, now on the staff, Wayne Simien. [...]
Norma Hunt, the wife and widow of Kansas City Chiefs Founder Lamar Hunt died Sunday. A day later, former players of the team were taking part in the Trent Green Golf Classic where they recalled their memories of Norma.
The Kansas City Chiefs were welcomed to the White House by the President's Marine Corp Band playing the Beastie Boys hit "Fight for your Right."