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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 […]
From bucking to barrel racing, North Topeka Saddle Club welcomes horse lovers
It’s been a decade since Natalie McCrary got on a horse to race, but July 9 was the right time to get back on the saddle. “Horse riding has been in my blood for as long as I can remember,” she said. “I’ve always had a horse.”
Topeka Zoo to Celebrate Giving Day on July 24th
The Topeka Zoo will host the public on July 24th for their 2024 giving day campaign called, “Love Your Zoo” during normal business hours. This giving-day campaign is an effort to raise $25,000 in 24 hours and will also thank donors. Donations can be made online starting July 1 st , or in person and online at the Topeka Zoo on July 24th. Individuals supporting the day of giving will be celebrated through several incentives. Those incentives are:
Topeka gun-related crime down compared to last year
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Shootings and murders are down in Topeka compared to 2023. So far this year, there have been 24 shootings in Topeka, compared to 53 this time last year (Jan. 1- July 15). Eight people have been killed in Topeka this year, compared to 13 this time last year (Jan. 1- July 15). KSNT […]
Comfortable temperatures for the next couple of days.
Tonight temperatures will cool off significantly. Falling into the lower 60s. Some of us seeing upper 50s further north. Winds tonight will be light from the northeast. Despite a clear and sunny sky tomorrow, temperatures will struggle to reach middle 80’s. This is due to a cooler air mass falling into place. Dew points also remaining low allowing for less humid air throughout the end of the week. Winds will be from the northeast.
Man arrested in connection to aggravated burglary, stalking incident in southwest Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Topeka man was arrested in connection to an aggravated burglary and stalking incident in southwest Topeka, Kan. According to the Topeka Police Department officials, officers responded to a domestic disturbance just after 11:30 p.m. on Monday, July 15 in the 3100 block of SW 10th Ave. in Topeka. Upon arrival, it was reported that the individual was identified as Jermaine Poree, 38, of Topeka, and was in the area of a residence where he was reportedly not allowed. Poree fled the scene before the officers arrived.
Washburn holding STEM camp for middle-school students
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Area middle school-age students are getting a hands-on look at Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics activities at a special camp that is taking place this week and next at Washburn University in the capital city. Seventh- and eighth-grade students are learning to fly a mini-drone, testing...
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 […]
FHLBank employees to participate in ‘Stuff the Bus’ for Boys & Girls Club of Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - FHLBank Topeka employees will participate in “Stuff the Bus” with supplies for Boys & Girls Club of Topeka. According to FHLBank Topeka officials, a Boys & Girls Club of Topeka (BGCT) bus will arrive to gather supplies from a drive at 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 18 at FHLBank Topeka located at 500 SW Wanamaker Rd. in Topeka, Kan.
Topeka author makes NYT ‘The 100 Best Books of the 21st Century’
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka native, known locally for writing the Midwest family drama “The Topeka School”, made the New York Times ‘Best Books of the 21st Century’ list. Ben Lerner took the 62nd spot on the list with his sequel to “The Topeka School”, “10:04”, which was described by the Harvard Review Online as […]
80 compete, eight crowed in Topeka Junior Golf City Championship
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Some of the best young golfers in Topeka and the surrounding areas went toe-to-toe on the course on Tuesday. The Topeka Junior Golf Association (TJGA) held its annual junior golf city championship at Western Hills golf course. “It’s very exciting and the game of golf is growing,” junior golf director, and Washburn […]
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