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Initial postdebate polls show Biden losing ground to Trump
Polling has started to come out following last week’s presidential debate between former President Trump and President Biden, showing some indications of Trump gaining in the aftermath. Anticipation for the debate built up in advance for both candidates, but especially for Biden, who was hoping to use the night to overcome worries that he’s not […]
Emporia police make arrest after man allegedly burglarizes apartment with family inside
EMPORIA (KSNT) – Emporia police have arrested a local 19-year-old after an alleged burglary at an apartment complex. The Emporia Police Department (EPD) announced in a press release that officers were called just after 5 a.m. on Sunday, June 30 to an apartment complex in the 1800 block of Merchant Street. A woman told police […]
Two Jayhawks named preseason All-Big 12
LAWRENCE (KSNT) – KU football has a pair of players at the same position on the preseason All-Big 12 team. The league announced its preseason media poll and preseason all-conference selections on Monday. Jayhawk defensive backs Cobbe Bryant and Mello Dotson are both included. No KU players are listed on the offensive side of the […]
Kansas gov. ceremonially signs off on tax plan
HOLTON (KSNT) – Kansas Governor Laura Kelly traveled to two northeast Kansas cities on Tuesday to ceremonially sign a tax cut package. Kelly signed off on Senate Bill 1 in the cities of Hiawatha and Holton on Tuesday, July 2, according to a press release from the Office of the Governor. The bill modifies income tax […]
Export experts to meet with Kansas businesses on statewide tour
TOPEKA (KSNT) – State leaders are announcing the start of an upcoming talk series aiming to show off international exporting opportunities to Kansas businesses. The Kansas Department of Commerce’s (KDC) International Division revealed the plans for the Kansas Exporters Roundtable series on Tuesday, July 2. This will be a monthly series starting in July and […]
Big 12 releases preseason media poll, K-State and KU both top four
LAS VEGAS (KSNT) – With Big 12 media days just around the corner, the conference released its preseason media poll on Tuesday. K-State checks in at No. 2, receiving 19 first place votes and just narrowly missing the top ranking. Utah received 20 first place votes and is the preseason pick to win the league. […]
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 […]
Lawrence police investigating scene of a bank robbery
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Lawrence Police Department is investigating an “alleged” robbery at a Bank of America Tuesday morning. According to officers, the robbery took place around 9:20 a.m. at 900 Ohio Street where a man wearing a black beanie, a black mask with a design on it, and possibly all black clothing attempted […]
New degree completion program heads to Washburn University
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Washburn University, Dr. Kelly Erby, details the newest degree completion program coming later this fall. The Bachelor of General Studies program is for those that started college but didn’t fully earn their degree. The flexible degree program aims to help those that already […]
New law lets KS breweries sell directly to liquor stores
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Local beer makers and sellers are calling a new Kansas law a win. Starting Monday, July 1, microbreweries in the state can now self-distribute their own beer and allow licensees to sell hard cider. KSNT 27 News talked to the owner of Blind Tiger, Jay Ives, in Topeka on the new changes. […]
New city manager highlights focal points in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Robert Perez is officially one week into his new job as Topeka city manager. Monday, 27 News sat down with Perez about what he looks forward to tackling in his first year on the job. Entering his second week on the job, Topeka City Manager Robert Perez is hitting the ground running […]
Keep your pets safe during the Fourth of July
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Fourth of July can stress out your pets and scare them into running away. The noise and visual effects of fireworks can spook your pets. The Helping Hands Humane Society (HHHS) said that the week prior to the holiday usually brings in a high number of stray pets. “Usually on average […]
New Billard Airport restaurant offers $95 steak, Cajun food
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The new restaurant laying down roots at Billard Airport has announced its menu before opening day. SKY Restaurant is Billard Airport’s newest restaurant, and has announced its breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. The restaurant offers Cajun/Creole food in the comfort of the Oakland neighborhood. One of the restaurant’s owners, Chris Stemler, told […]
Exclusive Interview: ‘Cowboy for Congress’ Shawn Tiffany talks Kansas District 2 race
TOPEKA (KSNT) – ‘Cowboy for Congress’ Shawn Tiffany is fielding questions about the race for Kansas’ second congressional district. Tiffany joins several others in the race for Congressman Jake LaTurner’s seat, after he announced he would not seek reelection. Tiffany joined 27 News Capitol Bureau Chief Rebekah Chung to discuss gender transitioning for minors, pushback on his political […]
‘Extreme flooding’ puts raw sewage in Osage Co. waterways
Update: At 1:30 p.m. on July 2, the KDHE revised its stream advisory. The KDHE rescinded the advisory for Melvern Lake due to the distance from the lake to the City of Allen’s wastewater treatment plant. The advisory will be rescinded completely after bacteria testing takes place deeming the water safe. OSAGE COUNTY (KSNT) – […]
Pet food sold in Kansas recalled due to listeria danger
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning cat and dog owners to avoid feeding their pets a type of raw food which contains a serious health risk. The FDA announced on Monday, July 1 that Viva Raw LLC of North Carolina is voluntarily recalling some of its dog and cat foods […]
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