TOPEKA (KSNT) - A local observatory is offering sessions that are open to the public. Washburn University announced the physics and astronomy department will be offering sessions for members of the community to use the Crane Observatory to look at the night sky. Sessions are free for people of all ages to enjoy space and [...]
What We’re Tracking Breezy weather will let up a bit overnight as scattered showers and thunderstorms push away to the southeast of the area. As we start to clear out overnight, lows will dip into the lower to middle 60s. After more sunshine and mainly dry weather on Wednesday, we hold on to a low [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT)- K-State's week three loss at Missouri hurt in more ways than just one tally on its record for the season. The 'Cats have caught the injury bug, and could be without several of their top players against UCF in week four. Will Howard was visibly banged up in K-State's heartbreaking trip to Columbia. [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - A local dog park has closed for the second time after a virus impacting dogs was detected. Vivienne Leyva with Riley County said in a press release that officials will close the Fairmont Dog Park due to a possible parvovirus contamination. Beginning Sept. 19, both the large and small dog enclosures will [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT)- K-State linebacker Daniel Green is out for the season, Chris Klieman confirmed to reports on Tuesday. Green, in his sixth-year with the 'Cats, sustained a pectoral injury during K-State's loss at Missouri. He had surgery Tuesday morning, Klieman said. He was voted team captain this fall for the second-straight season. The devastating injury [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) officer had his badge stripped by the Kansas Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (KCPOST) after a complaint alleged he criminally deprived an individual of their property while out playing billiards with friends. On March 12, 2022, KHP Officer Aaron Plum was drinking and playing billiards [...]
TOPEKA (FOX 43 AM LIVE) - You've heard of reality shows, now Rell-ality makes it's debut. Topeka musician T-Rell joined the FOX 43 AM Live team to talk about his latest upcoming project, a reality show airing this week centering around his child living with disabilities. For more information, watch the full interview above. To [...]
TOPEKA (FOX 43 AM LIVE) - John Sidwell and Daisey Parker join the FOX 43 AM Live team to talk about the upcoming Purse Bingo fundraiser. The event held by the Arab Shrine Divan Ladies will be Sunday Sept. 24. Prizes include designer purses by Michael Kors, Coach and more. Doors open at 2 p.m., while [...]
LAWRENCE (KSNT) - The 39th Late Night in the Phog is just around the corner and fans can start reserving their tickets now. Kansas Men's Basketball reported on social media that ticket reservations for this year's Late Night in the Phog is officially open at 10 a.m. on Sept. 19. While the event is free, [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Shawnee County officials are gathering opinions from local residents on the installation of solar and wind farms. Shawnee County spokeswoman Amanda Monhollon said in a press release that a survey is being launched by the Shawnee County Planning Commission to gain a better understanding of the local community's opinions on renewable energy [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Kansas Children's Discovery Center's latest exhibit features a curious monkey, math, science and engineering subjects. "Today is the grand opening of 'Let's Get Curious' a Curious George exhibit that was created by the Children’s Museum of Minnesota," Dene Mosier, President and CEO, Kansas Children's Discovery Center. "We are so excited to [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - A 39-year-old man from Manhattan was arrested for domestic battery and arson in association with a fire that threatened multiple structures south of Ft. Riley Boulevard. At 11:15 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 18 the Riley County Fire District #1 and Manhattan Fire Department were dispatched to the 900 block of Collins Lane [...]
A 52-year-old Idaho woman was killed in a crash on southbound Interstate 35 in Coffey County on Monday.
The University of Missouri is paying a hefty tab for its win over sas State on Saturday.
RILEY COUNTY (KSNT)- Recently, the Riley County Police Department has been making an effort to become more visible in smaller cities within the county. RCPD Director Brian Peete joined the 27 News Morning Show to speak more about Law Board Meetings the department is holding. "The whole idea and the concept is to be out [...]
South breezes will continue today with gusts upwards of 30 mph. Those stronger breezes will keep temperatures a little warmer despite having partly cloudy skies around. Highs will make it into the middle to upper 80s. However, as we head later in the day, there is a chance for a few isolated showers or storms [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - On Monday, the passenger of a Nissan 350Z was taken to an area hospital after a possible mechanical issue led to a crash in west Topeka, according to Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) crash logs. At 10 p.m., the driver of the 350Z was traveling east on I70 near US 75. The vehicle [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Heartland Motorsports Park has released an update in its ongoing tax dispute with Shawnee County. Heartland Motorsports Park will be closing its doors at the end of October when the last of its 2023 events is concluded, according to a social media post from the organization. "The owner of the property, Shelby [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) – For nine years in a row, the Kansas Museum of History and Topeka Zoo have teamed up to tag monarch butterflies during their annual migration. Monarchs pass through Kansas during the last two weeks of September. “Right now the Monarchs are in their annual southbound migration where they are going down to [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A local hospital is working to protect veterans from getting sick this fall. Monday marked the start of a free drive-thru clinic offering veterans flu shots. Nurses stationed outside the VA hospital in Topeka are providing a quick and easy way to help veterans get vaccinated. Nearly 300 people were vaccinated today. [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - Jerome Tang and K-State men's basketball took the college hoops world by storm with a trip to the Elite 8 after being picked to finish last in the Big 12. The excitement came in Tang's first season with the 'Cats, bringing new energy to the program after a couple of rough seasons. [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A recently retired Topeka educator is set to appear on national television later this week. Topeka Public Schools announced via social media that Dr. Beryl New will be on Wheel of Fortune on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 6:30 p.m. CST to "fulfill her lifelong dream." New is a 35-year veteran in the [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Golf fans got an update on Topeka native Gary Woodland on Monday after his brain surgery. The majority of Woodland's brain tumor was removed and he is currently resting, according to his social media post. Woodland announced his plan for surgery on Aug. 30. “I was diagnosed a few months ago and [...]
EMPORIA (KSNT) - The City of Emporia has issued a water warning on Monday. The alert was issued at 4:54 p.m. on Sept. 18 through Emporia's alert system. The Water Warning can be issued when the city's water supply is facing serious challenges requiring immediate intervention. Water shortages threaten the city’s ability to meet essential [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Government officials are reminding farmers to prioritize their mental health as harvest season comes to a close. Monday morning, Kansas Senator Roger Marshall met with agricultural leaders across the state to share resources to keep Kansas farmers and ranchers safe. September is national suicide awareness month, and Marshall says the suicide rate [...]