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Kansas to begin voluntary testing for bird flu in dairy farm milk tanks
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Tuesday that four states will launch voluntary pilot programs in the days ahead to test bulk milk tanks on dairy farms for bird flu — a move that’s aimed at making it easier for farmers to ship herds across state lines and for public health officials to track spread of the virus.
KHP seeks witnesses to fatal crash in southwest Kansas
GRAY COUNTY —The Kansas Highway Patrol is seeking assistance from the public to identify individuals who witnessed crashes that occurred just after 3p.m, on June 17, according to a media release from the agency. These collisions occurred on U.S. Highway 56 near milepost 102, in Gray County. There was low visibility due to blowing dust on the incident date.
Police ID 43-year-old Kansas homicide victim
SHAWNEE COUNTY– Law enforcement investigating another deadly shooting in Topeka have identified the victim as Steven R. Warden, 43, of Topeka, according to Police Lt. Edward Stanley. Just after 9:30p.m. Monday, police responded to the area of 13th and Western Avenue in Topeka. First responders located Warden suffering from...
Free: Biden Admin. cut deal with Wikileaks founder; pleads guilty to spy charge
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange returned to his homeland Australia aboard a charter jet on Wednesday, hours after pleading guilty to obtaining and publishing U.S. military secrets in a deal with Justice Department prosecutors that concludes a drawn-out legal saga. The criminal case of international intrigue,...
First publicly funded religious charter school in US ruled unconstitutional
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma Supreme Court on Tuesday stopped what would have been the first publicly funded religious charter school in the U.S., turning back conservatives and the state’s GOP governor who have welcomed religious groups into public education. The high court determined the Statewide Virtual...
Woman dead after violent head-on crash in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY —One person died in an accident just after 5p.m. Tuesday in Kansas City. A Honda Pilot was eastbound on 43rd Street, at a high rate of speed, according to KCPD Sergeant Phil DiMartino. As the Honda crossed over Virginia Street, the vehicle went airborne. As the Honda...
⚾ Gordon's and Chisholm's two-out hits rally Marlins past Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Nick Gordon’s infield hit highlighted the Miami Marlins late two-out rally for a 2-1 win over the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday evening. After collecting just two singles in six scoreless innings against Seth Lugo, the Marlins recorded four hits in the seventh, scoring both runs with two out against relievers Carlos Hernández (0-1) and Will Smith.
Rep. Lauren Boebert wins GOP primary after switching Colorado districts
DENVER (AP) — U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert won Tuesday's Republican primary in a U.S. House race that she jumped into last year, surviving a scandal over a video of her at a Denver theater and accusations of carpetbagging after fleeing what could have been a tough reelection bid in her current district.
Day 8, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report
This is day 8 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. Drew Hubbell, who farms with his dad and uncle near Spearville in Ford County, reports harvest started...
Leader, members of motorcycle gang accused of violent criminal activity
KANSAS CITY – Seven area residents, including the leader and several members of the Galloping Goose Motorcycle Club, have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in an ongoing criminal enterprise that involved acts of violence, drug trafficking, and illegally possessing firearms, according to the United State's Attorney.
Children placed into protective custody after Kan. drug bust
BROWN COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on drug allegations. Just before 4:30p.m. June 22, Brown County and the Kansas Department for Children and Familes went to a residence in Morrill on a welfare check, according to Sheriff John Merchant. Upon conclusion of the interaction, Alicia Jennings, 33...
U.S. Surgeon General declares gun violence a health emergency; NRA responds
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. surgeon general on Tuesday declared gun violence a public health crisis, driven by the fast-growing number of injuries and deaths involving firearms in the country. The advisory issued by Dr. Vivek Murthy, the nation's top doctor, came as the U.S. grappled with another summer...
Freedom Run Committee announced Jerry Frakes as the 2024 Freedom Runner posthumously
The 48th Annual Freedom Run Committee is pleased to announce the 2024 Freedom Runner posthumously, Jerry Frakes. Jerry passed away January 11, 2024, at the young age of 83. This honor is given to Jerry as a nod to the brilliance and spunk he brought to the Freedom Run. To help celebrate him and his contributions to not only the race but the community, his family, wife Connie, son Kelly and daughter Robin, as well as Jerry’s grandson Austin, will join runners at the start and finish line on race day.
Kan. mother accused of killing 9-year-old dies in the hospital
SHAWNEE COUNTY — A woman accused in the death of child in Shawnee County has also died. Shyla M. Goracke, 29, Topeka, died Monday, according to Shawnee County Sheriff's Deputy Abigail Christian. Shortly after 11:30 a.m. June 20, the Shawnee County Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call regarding...
Risk of fatal food poisoning: Hundreds of coffee products recalled
Snapchill LLC (Snapchill) of Wisconsin is voluntarily recalling all canned coffee products manufactured by the company, within expiration date, because their current process could lead to the growth and production of the deadly toxin, botulinum toxin, in low acid canned foods, according to a statement from the Food and Drug Administration.
Planned Parenthood will spend millions on abortion rights ahead of election
WASHINGTON (AP) — Planned Parenthood will spend $40 million ahead of November's elections to bolster President Joe Biden and leading congressional Democrats, betting that voters angry at Republican-led efforts to further restrict access to abortion can be the difference in key races around the country. The political and advocacy...
Police: Naked man attacked Kan. convenience store staff
SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after an altercation at a convenience store. Just before 5a.m. Tuesday, employees from the KWIK Stop gas station at 1727 West Crawford Street in Salina reported to police that a man walked into the store naked and began battering employees with a stick in each hand, according to Salina Police Captain James Feldman.
US-China joint veterinary program at K-State celebrates eighth graduating class, 10th annual homecoming event
MANHATTAN — Ten years ago, a group of 11 Chinese students gathered at Kansas State University with the sponsors and organizers of the College of Veterinary Medicine's U.S.-China Joint Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program to share details of their experiences and academic progress while studying in the United States.
Homicide: Police investigate deadly Kansas shooting
SHAWNEE COUNTY– Law enforcement are investigating another deadly shooting in Topeka. Just after 9:30p.m. Monday, police responded to the area of 13th and Western Avenue in Topeka, according to Police Lt. Edward Stanley. First responders located one individual suffering from a gunshot wound. This individual was pronounced deceased at...
The next generation of great mathematicians is Navajo, and K-State faculty are inspiring it
MANHATTAN — Imagine wanting to become a basketball player but only being able to read about the theory of dribbling and shooting, never or only rarely touching a basketball. Or wanting to become a concert pianist but never feeling the weight of a single key or hearing the harmonic ring from it rebounding against a tightly wound set of piano strings.
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