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New Planned Parenthood clinic expands abortion access for patients in and outside Kansas
This story first appeared in the Kansas Reflector. Read more Stateline coverage of how states are protecting and curbing access to abortion. PITTSBURG, Kan. — A new Planned Parenthood clinic in southeast Kansas will be the closest abortion access point for many people in the South and will provide easier access to reproductive health care for southeast Kansans […]
Electric transmission corridor town hall moved to Crest Theater
The Barton County Commission will host a National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor town hall meeting beginning at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 20, now relocated to the Crest Theater, 1905 Lakin in Great Bend. This open forum meeting is planned as a way for local governmental agencies, as well as the...
Sedgwick police chief tracked ex-girlfriend 164 times using license plate cams
SEDGWICK, Kan. (KAKE) - A former Kansas police chief’s certification has been revoked after he used police investigation equipment to keep tabs on his ex-girlfriend. In October of 2023, former Sedgwick Police Chief Lee Nygaard was placed on paid administrative leave while he faced “multiple allegations of misconduct,” according to the City of Sedgwick.
Jose Pepper’s Plans Covered Patio
When a Downtown Salina bar which closed this summer reopens under a new name and new ownership this fall, it will also have a new covered outdoor dining area. In July it was announced the Prickly Pear would be transitioning to a new ownership group and concept, Jose Pepper’s.
NW Kansas man hospitalized after I-70 motorcycle accident
GOVE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 4p.m. Sunday in Gove County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Harley Davidson Road King motorcycle driven by Cade Austin Gourley, 21, Hoxie, was westbound on Interstate 70 one mile east of Kansas Highway 212 in the left lane.
U.S. Attorney in Kan. for press conference regarding former bank exec. sentenced for embezzlement
(WICHITA, Kan.) The United States Attorney, Kate E. Brubacher, was in Wichita, Kan. on the afternoon of Monday, August 19, 2024 around 1 p.m. CDT for a press conference regarding the sentencing of a former bank executive for embezzlement. According to the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), Shan Hanes,...
City of Topeka continues cleanup from last week's storms
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The City of Topeka continues its efforts to clean up from last week’s storms. Crews began picking up limbs Monday. The damage came from storms that occurred last Wednesday night. Crews started in the Oakland area Monday morning moving tree limbs from alleyways and piling...
Two 14-Year-Old Girls Arrested for 'Brutal and Calculated' Murder of 93-Year-Old Woman
While the victim's family said the girls' "punishment should be severe," one of their fathers claims the teens were "coerced" to enter the victim's home by another man -- who then killed her in front of them with an axe. In a shocking twist, two 14-year-old girls have been arrested...
KCPD: Man injured in motorcycle, car crash has died
KANSAS CITY —One person died in an accident that occurred just before 1a.m. Sunday in Kansas City. A Ford Fusion was stopped at the red traffic signal, from northbound U.S. 169 Highway exit ramp at Barry Road, according to KCPD Captain Jake Becchina. As the light turned green, the...
Local realtors join forces with statewide auction company to enhance services
SALINA– Three of Salina's most respected real estate professionals have joined a leading auction company, McCurdy Real Estate & Auction, bringing enhanced real estate auction services to Central Kansas. This collaboration marks an exciting development for buyers and sellers in the region. The local team comprises well-known figures in...
Shelter: Puppies and kittens need additional care
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Michaela Schommer with the Hutchinson Animal Shelter noted that this is a time of year where they struggle to find homes for really young animals. "We are flooded right now with kittens," Schommer said. It is still kitten season, they are still being born, they are still coming in every day and we we are full in foster homes we could use more fosters but we need adopters."
Miners Hall Museum brings back classic games with ‘Game On!’ exhibit
FRANKLIN, Kan. — People in Franklin got to jump in the past, to learn about games kids played back in the day. The Miners Hall Museum kicked off a special exhibit titled, ‘Game On!’ for the Franklin community. Its goal is to inform people about the fun...
Sunday afternoon crash on U.S. Highway 75 involves three vehicles, one injured
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A three-vehicle injury crash occurred on U.S. Highway 75 and Lower Silver Lake Road Sunday afternoon in Topeka. According to the KHP crash log, three vehicles were traveling northbound on U.S. Highway 75 around 2:30 p.m. Sunday. A 2022 Ram 2500 rear-ended a 2014 Ford Fusion after coming to a stop.
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