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Kansas Braces for Severe Storms: 70+ MPH Winds and Hail Expected Tonight
Wichita, KS – Central Kansas is on alert as severe storms are expected to develop this evening, with the National Weather Service in Wichita issuing warnings for the region. The storms, expected to begin around 5 p.m. and continue until midnight, could bring winds exceeding 70 mph, half-dollar-sized hail, and locally heavy rainfall.
“Tornado Alley” expanding Eastward, stirring up more storms around the QCA
MOLINE, Ill. — Back in 2018, storm chaser and Northern Illinois University professor Dr. Victor Gensini published a groundbreaking study on tornado patterns. He looked at tornado data from 1979 to 2017, examining trends on where tornadoes touched down and the location of certain ingredients that promote their development. Gensini found a marked eastward migration of the typical "tornado alley" many of us think of.
Rural Kansas students, communities to receive new STEM resources for career, economic development
Students in rural Kansas communities will soon have new resources to integrate science, math, and technology education toward some of the nation’s most in-demand career options – while boosting the state’s overall thriving rural future. Through grant funds of $600,000 from a Patterson Family Foundation grant, the...
Last day to reserve Topeka St. Jude Dream Home tickets
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Today is the last day to reserve your ticket for the 2024 Topeka St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway! Today is your last chance to enter the giveaway for a brand-new home in southwest Topeka. While in-person house tours are over, there is still a way to see the house from the comfort […]
Larry’s Shortstop in Topeka closes
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A longtime Topeka staple shut its doors for the last time on Tuesday. Larry’s Shortstop, which has been located on Topeka Boulevard for nearly 40 years, is officially closed as of 2 p.m. on July 30. They were known for their great cheeseburgers and breakfast options. 27 News spoke to some employees […]
Topeka budget for 2025 shows increases due to inflation, wage increases
TOPEKA (KSNT) – City leadership is releasing the budget proposal for next year on Tuesday. City of Topeka spokesman Daniel Garrett issued a press release on July 30 regarding the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2025. The plan comes courtesy of the city’s Department of Administrative and Financial Services. In total, the city budget […]
The journey from teaching art to children to promoting the NOTO Arts District
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Our July 2024 honoree went from helping young kids appreciate art as an early child care provider, to promoting an arts and entertainment district as NOTO’s Program and Communications Coordinator. Staci Ogle grew up in south Topeka and has lived in the Capital City her entire life. Before graduating from Washburn Rural […]
Topeka Police Department members to see 17% raises next year, and more to follow
Action from the Topeka City Council will increase salaries in the Topeka Police Department by 17% next year and 5% in each of the two following years. Council members on Tuesday debated the the amount of the increase but appeared swayed by data from the interim police chief showing Topeka has fallen behind its peers in beginning salaries. ...
City of Topeka agrees to help fund downtown ice rink project
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka city leaders have approved the reallocation of tax funding for an ice rink near Evergy Plaza. The Topeka City Council approved the reallocation of transient guest tax funds from the Evel Knievel Museum to the Downtown Topeka Foundation Ice Rink Tuesday evening. According to the proposal, $178,000 from the transient guest […]
WATCH: One-on-One with Melissa Etheridge
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Yes, THAT Melissa Etheridge!. The Leavenworth, Kan. native shares about her new docu-series and music recorded at Topeka Correctional Facility. The conversation touches on trauma, second chances, lessons learned, and finding joy. Missed the livestream? Watch HERE.
Kansas Highway Patrol inspects school buses to prep for first day of school
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Kansas Highway Patrol troopers were inspecting school buses Tuesday to prepare for the first day of school. In July and August, KHP troopers partner with school districts across Kansas to check all school buses and ensure they are in proper working condition to transport students to and from school.
Animal hospital workers rush to help crash victims in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – 27 News is following up on a deadly motorcycle crash that occurred over the weekend. The crash occurred on Saturday, July 27, at SW 10th Avenue and Fairlawn Road. The motorcycle riders that died in the crash have been identified by the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office as Noah T. Lawler, 19, and […]
Pair of water main breaks reported Tuesday morning in south Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A couple of water main breaks were reported Tuesday morning in south Topeka. City officials early Tuesday said one of the break occurred in the vicinity of Interstate 470 and S.W. Burlingame Road. Crews were on the scene as of 7:16 a.m. Tuesday making repairs. Residents...
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