New Year's weekend DUI arrests up from '23, more than double from '22
The Kansas Highway Patrol released its New Year's weekend Holiday Report on Tuesday.
The Kansas Highway Patrol released its New Year's weekend Holiday Report on Tuesday.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Kansas wildlife officials will be reviewing some local species in need next month. Nadia Marji with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) said in a press release that the KDWP will be reviewing its lists of endangered, threatened and species-in-need-of-conservation (SINC) in February. The seven members of the Threatened and [...]
Trailers for a horror film and separate video game have been released, featuring a version of Mickey Mouse.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A 46-year-old man from Berryton was arrested after a child showed up at an area hospital with signs of a sexual offense. At 11:15 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 1 the Shawnee County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to a local hospital regarding a report of a sexual offense on a minor. After a [...]
In 2024, you'll be able to visit the new Kansas City International Airport terminal without booking a flight as officials add a new guest experience.
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - Police in Manhattan have arrested an 18-year-old in connection to a shooting at a house party in October last year. Hali Rowland with the Riley County Police Department (RCPD) said in a press release that Marc Oliver was arrested by police around 10:15 p.m. on Dec. 30, 2023. He was arrested on [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - A former Manhattan City mayor has died at the age of 78 in Manhattan. Roger Ernest Maughmer served on the Manhattan City Commission for six years. He was the mayor of Manhattan during the 1993 flood, according to his Obituary. Maughmer moved to Manhattan in 1975. He worked for Southwestern Bell for [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Topeka Police Department (TPD) says a man is dead following a motorcycle crash in December last year. Rosie Nichols with the City of Topeka said in a press release that Joshua P. Harmer, 29, of Topeka, died from his injuries on Dec. 22, 2023 following a crash just two days prior. [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning of products promising lightning-fast weight loss solutions. The FTC issued a press release providing tips on how to spot weight loss scams. The FTC said consumers should be on the lookout for ads reporting "miraculous" products that will help with weight loss without dieting and [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Kansas Children's Discovery Center in Topeka is celebrating the achievement of a new milestone in attendance records last year. Laura Burton with the Discovery Center said in a press release that the museum broke a previously established record set in 2019 for attracting nearly 98,000 visitors over the course of the [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - One of the longest-running circuses in the U.S. is coming to town. If you're looking to be entertained this February, then you might want to check out the upcoming Arab Shrine Circus. The circus, along with its team of clowns, will be visiting the Capital City at the Stormont Vail Events Center [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A lot has changed in Kansas since 2009. The minimum wage, however, hasn't. With inflation eroding purchasing power and the cost of living increasing, Kansans watch as Missouri bumps its minimum wage to $12.30. The last time Kansas raised its minimum wage was in 2008 from $6.55 to $7.25 per hour. At [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The nightmare plaguing the state of Kansas' court systems is almost over. On Tuesday, Kansas Courts spokeswoman Lisa Taylor said in a press release that a new portal allowing people to search through Kansas district court cases online is fully operational, with some drawbacks. For example, this portal is temporarily out of [...]
Oakley, a dog, and Binx, a cat, have very different personalities, according to their owners. But they've been family ever since Binx wandered into their lives.
A southwest breeze helps to bring in slightly warmer air to the area today. Highs should climb into the lower to middle 40s with a partly cloudy sky before another weak front moves in later this evening. All that front is going to do is switch our winds back to the north and west. They [...]
An orange line accompanies a deadline from the city of Lawrence, demanding homeless camps move away from a levy along the Kansas River.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - With no winter weather in northeast Kansas to begin the new year, many are taking advantage of day one of 2024 by spending it outdoors. The first day of the year is the first journey for roughly 200 people from across America, who gathered at Perry State Park Monday afternoon to be [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) – On the latest episode of Inside Kansas Politics, 27 News Capitol Bureau Chief Rebekah Chung sat down with Political Analyst Bob Beatty and Kansas Reflector reporter Rachel Mipro. The year 2023 was packed with major political moments, from culture wars to controversial license plates. You can watch Inside Kansas Politics Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. only [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - As a new year starts, one local gym is ready to help anyone and everyone with a resolution to be fit. The year is 2024, and many people may have their list of new year resolutions and are ready to hit the ground running. Many people's New Year's resolution has them going [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - If you want help looking your best on your wedding day, check out the upcoming Topeka Bridal Fair. This event is keyed specifically for those who are wanting to look their best for all formal occasions, especially weddings. Numerous vendors will be in attendance with models showing off the latest in fashion [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The 51st annual Kansas Shrine Bowl will feature no shortage of talent. The Kansas Shrine Bowl announced its rosters and coaching staffs for the 2024 game on Monday. The game will be played on Saturday, June 29 at Welch Stadium in Emporia. The selections are the result of a combination of statewide [...]
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - Firefighters were able to extinguish a house fire in Manhattan, but not before it did significant damage. The Manhattan Fire Department (MFD) said in a press release that fire crews were called around 1:15 p.m. on Jan. 1 to the 1400 block of Legore Lane on a report of a house fire. [...]
LAWRENCE (KSNT) - Jayhawk football fans received good news to start the new year. KU cornerback Cobee Bryant announced on social media that he plans to return to KU in 2024. Bryant was good enough to have people wondering if he'd declare for the NFL draft. Bryant returns for his senior year after earning First-Team [...]