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Homelessness is rising in Kansas and state lawmakers aren't doing much to help
LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — About 20 people who are without homes gather in a shelter each day in the relatively rural community of Leavenworth off the Missouri river in Northeast Kansas. On any given day, that number of people is close to filling up the shelter’s day center space that’s...
Former Kansans wanted: Kansas launches $2M marketing campaign inviting you back home
Kansas state government has launched a national marketing campaign with a $2 million budget to try to convince former Kansans to move back to the Sunflower State. The Kansas Department of Commerce announced Monday that it has launched the "Love, Kansas" talent attraction campaign. "It's simple: We need more humans in Kansas to keep...
Ottawa County Sheriff's Office Investigates Nocturnal Trailer Park Shootings in Holland Township; Public's Help Sought
Residents of Holland Township were thrust into the center of unexpected violence when two homes in the Leisure Estates Trailer Park were subjected to gunfire, according to the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. In incidents that shockingly broke the midnight silence, deputies arrived at the scene around 12:13 a.m. following reports of the shootings at the suburban community located at 523 Butternut Drive. WWMT mentioned no injuries were reported, providing some relief amidst a tense investigation.
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach argues new agency rule on gun sales is unconstitutional
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach argued that a rule implemented by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms is unconstitutional and moved that a temporary restraining order be issued on the rule Monday at the Robert Dole Courthouse in Kansas City, Kansas. The ATF rule deems that firearms sold with...
‘Special Hunt’ applications open in Kansas
Applications are open for the KDWP's Special Hunts program following a press release issued on July 1. This offers hunters interesting hunting opportunities with limited access to public and private lands. This includes select refuge areas for deer, upland game, waterfowl, doves, turkey and furbearers.
NCK 94.9 to Provide Patriotic Soundtrack for Independence Day Celebrations
White Communications and NCK 94.9 will provide the soundtrack to area Fourth of July celebrations this week. NCK 94.9 will broadcast a 30-minute program of patriotic music at 10 pm on Wednesday, July 3rd and Thursday, July 4th. The program will provide a perfect musical backdrop for the Concordia City Fireworks show at the Cloud County Fairgrounds in Concordia on July 3rd, while the patriotic program will also be played July 4th for the enjoyment of local residents celebrating with privately-purchased fireworks.
Police investigate discovery of body early Wednesday along East Topeka trail
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Police were investigating the discovery of a body early Wednesday along a trail in East Topeka, authorities said. Officers were called around 6:46 a.m. to the Deer Creek Trail near S.E. 5th Street and Arter Avenue on the city’s east side, where a body was reported to have been found.
How cover crops are helping a Kansas farmer adapt to climate change
On Sunny Day Farms near Palmer, Kansas, Lucinda Stuenkel raises cattle and grows wheat, soybeans, and other commodity crops. But during times when no cash crop is growing, her fields do not lie fallow. Stuenkel: “We try to have something green and growing in there all year round.”. For...
Topeka Housing Authority highlights challenges and goals before the city council
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Ahead of the city council’s agenda, Topeka Housing Authority’s president and CEO Trey George presented their annual report, breaking down the details from the past year and sharing their goals for the future. THA is a quasi-governmental entity, so while they are not controlled...
American Kolache opening west Topeka location this fall
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topekans will soon be able to enjoy fresh baked goods from a new eatery set to open in a few months. 27 News spoke with Russell Clark, owner of the American Kolache franchise, about his plans to open a new location in the Capital City. This will be the first American Kolache […]
ESU football player suspended after alleged burglary arrest
TOPEKA (KSNT) – An Emporia State University football player is suspended indefinitely after being arrested in relation to an alleged Emporia apartment burglary while a family was inside. 19-year-old Michael Hourel, a linebacker with ESU, joined the hornets as part of the Jan. 2024 recruiting class. A spokesman with Emporia State Athletics told 27 News […]
Higher Grounds Coffeehouse and Deli ready to serve Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Higher Grounds Coffeehouse and Deli has opened to the public. The coffeehouse held a soft opening on Monday, July 1 amid the completion of construction and equipment. The coffeehouse is owned and operated by Noller and companies, which are the same people who own Laird Noller...
Junction City family displaced after storm destroys home
JUNCTION CITY (KSNT) – Friday, June 28, a massive storm hit local towns, including Junction City. Shannan Himmaugh has been renting her house for seven years. When a tree came crashing through the house, it destroyed her bed. Luckily, she had just left the room to do laundry. “Everything was water damaged. It was crushed,” […]
Sewing Shack invites you to rethink consignment shops
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Your packed closet could hold extra cash. Consignment shops can help sell it for you, and help shoppers find good deals!. Julie Gustafson owns Sewing Shack in Topeka’s Brookwood Shopping Center, SW 29th and Oakley. She visited Eye on NE Kansas with their bridal consultant Janette Feldkamp.
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