What We’re Tracking Partly cloudy weather for much of the night as northwesterly breezes start to taper off through the overnight hours. With cooler, drier air in place, expect a noticeably cooler morning on Wednesday with temperatures in the lower to middle 50s to start the day. Some scattered clouds for the start of Wednesday [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) — Kansas abortion providers have filed a legal challenge to a new law that would require providers to ask patients why they're getting the procedure. The law is set to take effect July 1. While anti-abortion advocates say it would provide better understanding of the reasons people seek abortions, abortion rights advocates argue that [...]
KANSAS (KSNT) - A Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) rule change that requires individuals to have background checks and federal firearms licenses before selling firearms for a profit took effect on Monday. Firearm owners are waiting to see if U.S. District Judge James Moody will place a temporary injunction on the ATF's [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - After crashing into a liquor store and being arrested for a DUI, the former Manhattan Mayor entered a "non guilty plea" at his first court appearance. Former Manhattan Mayor Winfried Butler appeared in court for the first time Tuesday, May 21 after being arrested for driving under the influence and crashing into [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Thousands of families across Kansas will see higher internet bills next month as a federal relief program comes to a close. Next month, the Federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a program that gave nearly 23 million Americans a $30 monthly subsidy for internet services, is ending. The Federal Communications Commission says 132,015 [...]
Dallas police say photographer who filed report against Rashee Rice for allegedly punching him has signed an affidavit of non-prosecution.
A man sought in connection to the death of two women in California was arrested by the Kansas Highway Patrol.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The State of Kansas is distributing millions in cash towards innovative technology projects to improve road and school safety. Governor Laura Kelly announced on Tuesday, May 21 that $3.5 million is being awarded to more than a dozen projects in Kansas through the Kansas Department of Transportation's (KDOT) Innovative Technology Program. A [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Evergy is giving an update to its efforts to repair downed power lines in the aftermath of a weekend storm that knocked power out across parts of Kansas and Missouri. The company says 95% of the 106,000 customers who had their power knocked out have had their services restored as of 10 [...]
WESTMORELAND (KSNT) - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is setting up a disaster field office in Westmoreland and offering those impacted by the April 30 tornado low-interest loans. Opening at noon on May 22, an SBA team will have customer service staff available to help homeowners, renters, business owners and private nonprofit organizations. The [...]
STACKER - Who doesn't enjoy that new car smell? But with all the bells and whistles on modern vehicles, you might wonder: Are they built to last like the classics of yesteryear? This can be especially concerning when it comes to new car insurance costs. Cheap Insurance explores the world of car longevity, exploring how [...]
KANSAS (KSNT) - A report compiled by Forbes analyzed data from all 50 states to discover which states have the worst drivers, Kansas ranked in the top 10. According to AAA findings, more than half of all drivers engage in speeding, driving while distracted and engaging in aggressive driving. In Kansas, many deadly crashes were [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - Kansas State University (K-State) announced it has received a gift that will expand the university's music offerings. On Friday, May 17, K-State announced that Jerry A. Hall of Indianapolis, Indiana donated $375,000 to the QuVee Mock Master Class Series and $125,000 to support the Marilyn Sawin Arts Extension Across Kansas fund. The [...]
GRAY COUNTY (KSNT) - On Monday, a crash involving a 2023 Ford Super Duty and a Peterbilt semi-truck sent several individuals to the hospital for treatment of serious injuries in Neosho County. At 2:20 p.m., a 17-year-old from Montezuma, KS, was driving the 2023 Ford Super Duty north on 2 Road. A 51-year-old man from [...]
LAWRENCE (KSNT) - KU women's soccer is entering a new era, as head coach Nate Lie will lead the program for his first season in the fall of 2024. Previous Mark Francis retired after a quarter-century at the helm. Lie asked the players he inherited in Lawrence to give him two things: A chance and [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Topeka High baseball is headed to the 6A state tournament for the second-straight year. Topeka High, which is combined with Cair Paravel for baseball, posted a 15-4 regular season record, and is coming off a win over Derby in the 3A regional tournament. If their record wasn't confidence boosting already, the Trojans [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT)- For the second time in three years, Cair Paravel Latin soccer will compete in the 4-1A state tournament. The Lions are on their way to quarterfinals to take on the Baldwin on Tuesday, May 21 at 6 p.m. at Bettis Family Sports Park in Topeka. "This group of girls is special," CPLS head [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Between NOTO, the riverfront, Downtown Topeka and the development of the Polk-Quincy viaduct, community stakeholders got together Monday, May 20, for a bus tour to better understand projects, developments and visions for the Capital City. These include the "Story of Noto in Art", discussing efforts on the east side of downtown, vacancies [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Seaman High school has historically been known for its success on the diamond. However, more often than not, the talk is about baseball. The Seaman softball team is state bound in 5A, making sure the Vikings are represented in Wichita despite the baseball team getting upset in the regional title game, snapping [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Mars and Envista are set to host 'Halfway to Halloween' this Thursday, May 23, at Evergy Plaza. Attendees can expect live music performing a variety of different Halloween hits, food vendors, candy give-a-ways and more. The event comes as Mars celebrates a decade of making candy in Topeka. John Koop, Vice President [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Local first responders rolled up their sleeves Monday for a good cause - and a little friendly competition! The 7th annual blood drive competition, Battle of the Badges, had the Topeka Police Department (TPD) and the Topeka Fire Department (TFD) racing to see which agency could get the most donations. Each blood [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - With Memorial Day weekend creeping up, busier roads are expected across Kansas. The American Automobile Association (AAA) has made a significant estimation, projecting that a staggering 43.8 million people will embark on journeys of at least 50 miles this weekend. That is a 4% increase over last year 2023. KSNT 27 News spoke [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Police arrested a woman following a stabbing in the Oakland neighborhood over the weekend. Right before 5 p.m. on May 19, the Topeka Police Department (TPD) responded to a call in the 700 block of NE Poplar Street on reports of a stabbing. Kerry Connell with the TPD said one man was escorted to [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Jess Buchholz and Casey Woods with Emporia Main Street detail this years Unbound Gravel, the largest gravel cycling event in the world, and the first puzzle competition coming to Emporia, Jigsaw Jam. For more information, watch the interview above. For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in [...]