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Suspect Abandons Vehicle after Police Chase
A suspect abandoned a vehicle after fleeing from police in a pursuit. Wednesday at 10:14pm, authorities attempted to stop a Lexus passenger vehicle, for an illegal license plate in the 700 block of N 7th. Salina police Lt. Kyle Tonniges tells KSAL News, the driver did not pull over and...
Topeka ER & Hospital to give away Jelly Roll tickets, more
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka ER & Hospital will be giving people free admission to the Topeka Zoo this weekend along with a special giveaway of two pairs of tickets to the Jelly Roll and Warren Zeiders Concert for its fourth anniversary. Topeka ER & Hospital will be holding the anniversary event at the Topeka […]
Fiesta Topeka King and Queen enjoying the party
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Fiesta Topeka is underway!. The Our Lady of Guadalupe community cut the ribbon on the 91st annual event Tuesday evening. Before night two’s festivities began, Queen Gabriela Flores and King Esteban Tetuan took a break by visiting Eye on NE Kansas. Watch the video to...
Officials address catch-and-release of Topeka murder suspects
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Local officials are answering questions after the arrest and release of suspects in two separate homicide investigations. Topeka Police initially arrested suspects in connection with the June 21 murder they say is gang-related, as well as the north Topeka shooting that left one dead Saturday, July 13. Both individuals were later released. […]
Kansas felon was selling meth from his home
TOPEKA, KAN. – A Kansas man was sentenced Tuesday to 25 years in prison for charges related to drug trafficking and illegal firearms, according to the United State's Attorney. According to court documents, Christian Michael Woodruff, 33, of Topeka pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to...
Charge dropped for Topeka man accused of murder
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A man who was arrested for murder in January 2023 took a plea deal dismissing his first-degree murder charge. On June 27, Skyler J.M. Wilson pleaded guilty to aggravated robbery and solicitation to commit aggravated robbery in connection to a Jan. 10 robbery. Wilson was arrested on a first-degree murder charge after […]
Emporia man charged with attempted first-degree murder
An Emporia man has been formally charged with attempted murder after an alleged incident earlier this week. Justin Colby Barrett, age 34, was charged Wednesday with attempted first-degree murder and six other counts, including three counts of aggravated battery, and single counts of aggravated kidnapping, aggravated child endangerment and criminal threat.
Kansas NFL Team Notably Absent From Pride Celebrations
Despite the public celebration of hundreds of celebrities and organizations, including the NFL itself, one NFL team has notably refrained from publicly celebrating Pride Month. Kansas City Chiefs and Pride Month. Where team after team of various sports organizations have jumped at the opportunity to celebrate Pride Month with posts...
Family retreats to basement with fleeing suspect on roof
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A homeowner called 12 News on Thursday morning because a man was on his roof and refused to leave. The man was advised by police to go to his basement while police attempted to talk the man down. The standoff began at around 3 a.m. as...
Nelly will headline KU’s Late Night in the Phog
LAWRENCE (KSNT) – Kansas Athletics is revealing that rap superstar Nelly will be the headliner for the 40th Annual Late Night in the Phog in Lawrence this fall. Kansas Athletics made the news official online Thursday, July 18. Nelly will be at Allen Fieldhouse on Friday, Oct. 18 with tickets being made available, along with […]
New SCCC instructor recruiting for Saints Pep Band
LIBERAL, Kan. — Claire Thompson started college with the goal of becoming a band director — preferably at a high school. Now, after 12 years teaching elementary school music students, she is ready to return to her first love and level up. Thompson was hired as the new...
Parsons School District launching free meals for all students under new program
PARSONS, Kan. — The Parsons School District qualifies for a sweeping lunch program that includes every student at school. USD 503 now has the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) designation. In other words, they can offer a free breakfast and lunch to every student regardless of income. There’s an extensive application process through federal and state authorities to prove they have at least 25 percent enrollment who qualify under free and reduced guidelines.
Bonner Springs approves request from Mattel Adventure Park developers
BONNER SPRINGS, Kan. (KCTV) - Mattel Adventure Park takes a step closer to reality in Bonner Springs. Members of the city’s Planning Commission unanimously approved an amendment to change the city’s long-term land use plan for a property west of Kansas Speedway. The decision means the property will...
New Teachers in USD 234: Wilcoxen, Hastings
This is part of a series of new teachers in USD 234 School District, Fort Scott. There are 22 new teachers and two new administrators in the district. School starts for students on August 16. There are five campuses in the district:. Fort Scott Preschool Center (serving pre-kindergarten students ages...
Kennel Cough outbreak halts dog adoptions/intakes at Salina Animal Shelter
The Salina Animal Shelter is currently experiencing a round of kennel cough in our facility. According to a post made on social media by the shelter, a stray dog was brought into the facility before the holiday weekend. This dog may have been the cause of the outbreak. The Shelter...
Wichita Area Events This Weekend
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - If you’re looking for a weekend packed with fun, you’ve come to the right place! There are many exciting events going on in Wichita this weekend, you won’t want to miss out on the fun!. Wichita Wind Surge: Wichita Wind Surge has a...
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