Kansas State basketball player Amaad Wainright was arrested by U.S. Marshals on Tuesday in Kansas City, Missouri, according to the US Marshal office. K-State Athletic Director Gene Taylor released a statement: “We are aware of Ahmad’s [SIC] situation, and due to the seriousness of the charges he has been indefinitely suspended from our men’s basketball […]
Co-owner of Schlitterbahn’s extradited to Kansas
Jeffrey Henry has been charged in the death of a 10-year-old boy and has been extradited to Kansas.
Two others from Missouri arrested in new Holton Walmart theft case
Jason Allen Aubrey, 30, of Bethany, Missouri and Kevin Lee Parker, 31, of Bethany, Missouri were arrested east of Holton on K-116 Hwy following a traffic stop by deputies.
Kansas man sentenced for drunk driving, injuring bicyclist
Kevin Hall was sentenced on Monday to more than three years in prison.
Junis Leads Royals to First Win
Junis tosses seven strong innings, allows just three hits to get first win for the Royals.
Topeka restaurant robbed Tuesday morning
This investigation is ongoing. If you have any information, call Crime Stoppers at 234-0007.
Brown to Test NBA Draft Process
Brown finished among the Big 12 leaders in six categories, will not hire an agent so he is able to come back to Kansas State
Authorities investigating KCK triple homicide
The bodies were found on Thursday morning. The names of the victims have not been released.
Writing Constitutional language challenging, but school finance worth looking at, says KU professor
It remains to be seen if any language even makes it out of committee, let alone any further in the process.
Kansas man’s death ruled as an overdose now being investigated as suspicious
Lawrence Police Sgt. Amy Rhoads says new information obtained “led investigators to believe the circumstances surrounding the death were suspicious.”
Kansas man sentenced for second-degree murder
Leobardo Velasquez was sentenced in the death of 52-year-old Raul Lopez-Vargas.
House school finance plan passes; Senate version still to come
It remains to be seen what the Senate’s version of a school funding bill will look like and a final product won’t happen until something passes the Senate and they get into a conference committee.
Colorado man pleads guilty to robbing Kansas bank
Kenneth Fisher pleaded guilty on Monday to robbing a bank in Manhattan.
Designer of Schlitterbahn waterslide arrested
John Schooley will be held in Dallas pending his arraignment and extradition to Kansas on charges that include second-degree murder.
Officer cleared in fatal shooting of man who killed three people
Newton Police Cpl. Levi Minkevitch shot and killed David Montano in February of 2017 after responding to a shooting call.
Fog and drizzle East; Fire Danger West
Cloudy and cold this morning with patchy drizzle and fog in Topeka. Red Flag Warning across Central Kansas today.
Villanova Cruises to Second Title in Three Years
Wildcats beat every team in NCAA Tournament by 12 points.
Kansas AG believes people should be asked about Article 6 of Kansas Constitution, but doesn’t see it as a solution to current suit
The current Legislature will have to deal with the remedial phase of the case that is before them now, commonly called Gannon V.
Royals Fall for Third Straight Game
Hammel gives up four runs in the fifth inning to the Tigers as Royals fall for the third straight game.
First attempt at Kansas House school finance bill defeated
Through multiple germaneness challenges and several amendments beaten back on mostly party lines, the bill that came out of the K-12 Budget Committee is what ultimately was voted on by the Committee of the Whole. That bill was defeated 55-65.
Ex-boyfriend hiding in woman’s attic falls through ceiling
A Salina woman heard a loud noise and found her former boyfriend had fallen partly through the living room ceiling.
Kansas vet fights to keep adopted daughter from deportation
Patrick Schreiber and his wife have filed a lawsuit in hopes to reverse immigration officials’ rejection for there adopted daughter to become a U.S. citizen.
Legislation To Bring Horse And Dog Racing Back To Kansas Offers Big Boost To Economy
“It’s time to right a wrong.” Jonathan Small, Topeka attorney serving as lobbyist for the Greater Kansas Racing Alliance (GKRA), made that emphasis at a recent horse owner’s workshop in Emporia. “Kansas City’s Woodlands Racetrack drew 1.7 million fans in 1990 alone,” Small said. “But, nearly a decade ago racing in Kansas was brought to […]
Man dies in dirt bike accident in south Wichita
32-year-old Brian Shuss was found dead on Saturday night.
State Fire Marshal’s office assisting with investigation of fire that killed two Sunday
No foul play is suspected, but 56-year-old Phillip Lee was pronounced dead at the scene and 83-year-old Patricia Lee died as a result of her injuries from the fire.
Department of Energy report highlights need for coal generation in extreme weather, former regulator says
It’s not that new sources of energy are not efficient in normal circumstances. However, normal circumstances do not always exist.
Concordia substitute teacher charged with sex with teenager
42-year-old Nicole Reed was arrested last week.
Nearly half of professionals lose sleep over work, survey says
It’s still important to communicate, even if your boss is the one stressing you out.
Kansas has new app for renewing vehicle registrations
Governor Jeff Colyer recently unveiled the “iKan” app.
Distracted driving is a no-no that most people do, survey says
Despite their own behavior, most drivers, nearly 58 percent, say talking on a cell phone while behind the wheel is a very serious threat to their personal safety, while 78 percent believe that texting is a significant danger.
Revenue receipts in strong position to meet fiscal year estimates
March tax receipts came in $60.91 million over last March and $39.47 million above current expectations.
Senate passes Kansas State Fair tax bill
The bill would allow state sales taxes collected during the Kansas State Fair to be used for capital improvements at the fair.
Economy growing in Kansas, Midwest survey says
The growth is still centered in the cities at this point.
Chilly, foggy start to the week
Watch out for slick spots this morning until temps get above freezing.
Topeka Police looking for missing teen
16-year-old Maggie Dees was last seen near SE 21st and California at around 11 p.m. Saturday.
Easter Sunday fire displaces five people
Five occupants were out of the structure when firefighters arrived. Preliminary damage estimate is $12,000.
Kansas Falls To Villanova In Final Four 95-79
Villanova starts hot and holds off Kansas comeback attempt in the second half.
Royals Blow Late Lead to White Sox
Maurer gives up lead up in the eighth inning.
Fire at vacant house Saturday likely arson
There were multiple areas of fire origin. No one was hurt.
Search warrant served on Missouri residence in connection to Kansas thefts
Items believed to have been stolen from the Holton Walmart were seized from the residence on Friday.
DCF Launches Pilot to Encourage Families to Foster
In Shawnee County, foster parent training option goes from 10 weeks to two weekends.
Consumer Alert: AG Derek Schmidt asks consumers to check for recall of defective vehicle airbags
Schmidt encouraged all Kansans to check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website at www.nhtsa.gov/recall-spotlight/takata-air-bags or with their local automobile dealers to see if their vehicles are affected.
Court reinstates lawsuit over man’s trampling death
A wrongful death lawsuit over an Oklahoma man’s 2013 trampling death at a southern Kansas cattle processing facility has been reinstated.
Emporia State professor placed on leave after sexual harassment investigation
A student had reported that the professor tried kissing her after taking her into a private room.
Missouri man sentenced in killing of Kansas gun store owner
Nicquan Midgyett was sentenced to life in prison and won’t be eligible for parole for 29 years.
House rejects bill letting agencies refuse LGBT adoptions
The bill would have allowed adoption and foster care contractors to refuse placements to gay and lesbian couples based on religious grounds.
AUDIO: Kansas Prepares For Final 4 Matchup With Villanova
After waiting nearly a full week to get back to game action, the Kansas Jayhawks are just a day away from squaring off with the Villanova Wildcats in the Final Four in San Antonio, Texas. The team spoke to the media again on Friday afternoon ahead of the game. The Jayhawks are ready for their […]
Compressed timeline will make school finance bill tough to follow in the coming week
Even if the timing is not during normal business hours, voters and stakeholders can still follow it online.
Tonight’s Mega Millions Drawing Six Years to the Day since Kansas Player Won One Third of Record Mega Millions Jackpot
If one lucky ticket matches all numbers in the March 30, 2018 drawing, the jackpot winner would have a choice of annuity payments or the cash option.
Check withholding to be sure it’s correct after tax law changes, says IRS
If you’re able to withhold less, you can actually give yourself a paycheck raise.
Kansas autism treatment provider dealing with state, federal red tape
Some military families will not be receiving in-home services starting at the beginning of April due to the lack of reimbursement.
Nice Friday, chilly weekend
A Good Friday before a chilly Easter weekend.
Washburn Board of Regents approve $19.9 million indoor facility
– The Washburn Board of Regents at its meeting on March 28, voted unanimously to approve a $19.9 million indoor practice facility which will include the only 200-meter, banked indoor track in the NCAA Division II ranks in the country. The facility will be built in the area between the Washburn Softball Complex and Falley […]
Royals Fall to White Sox on Opening Day
Royals start fast but the long ball helps White Sox.
AUDIO: Villanova Gets Ready For Final 4 Meeting With Kansas
Villanova coaches and players spoke to the media in San Antonio at the Final Four on Thursday, discussing their path to the national semifinals and their upcoming matchup with the Kansas Jayhawks. The Wildcats were the No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament’s East regional this year after a second-place finish in the Big East […]
Kansas officials identify 3 new cases of measles
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment says the new cases are residents of Johnson County, which is now home to 11 of the state’s cases.
Bill to require DCF to share more information on child abuse deaths
The House vote comes after several high-profile child deaths in recent years.
AUDIO: Kansas Jayhawks’ First Full Day In San Antonio
The Kansas Jayhawks arrived in San Antonio, Texas, on Wednesday afternoon, but spent their first full day in the home of the 2018 Final Four on Thursday. The team and coach Bill Self spoke to the media on Thursday afternoon. Kansas is coming off of an Elite Eight victory over the Duke Blue Devils last […]
Man who killed Viviana Vazquez sentenced to life in prison
Pedro Enriquez was sentenced on Thursday.
Audio: The Danielle Norwood Show – March 29, 2018
Misty Kruger from USD 501 and Daniel, an actor in the series “Undercover High”, discuss the show and the effect it had on the school and students.
iKan app launches with auto registration functionality, with more to come
The state will charge a $2 convenience fee for the transactions done on the app to pay for it.
New bill would allow adoption agencies to refuse placements to gay and lesbian couples
The bill passed on Thursday and now heads to the House.
Colyer comments on school funding
The goal at this point is to pass something next week before the scheduled break April 6.
Co-owner of Schlitterbahn’s will not oppose extradition to Kansas
Jeffrey Henry is charged with murder, aggravated battery and child endangerment.
Cold Weather Rule to End March 31
The Kansas Cold Weather Rule ends on Saturday, March 31. That means Kansans who are behind on electric and natural gas utility bills will be subject to disconnection of service unless they contact their utility company to make payment arrangements. The Cold Weather Rule is in effect from November 1 through March 31 each year. […]
FBI informant to testify on militia group’s plan to bomb Somali immigrants
Jurors will hear the testimony of Dan Day on Thursday.
Legislation passes to better prepare schools against shootings
The bill would set aside $5 million for schools to upgrade infrastructure to prevent or slow a school shooter.
Texas man pleads guilty in I-70 crash that killed 3
45-year-old Steven Johnson pleaded guilty at the Geary County District Court.
Royals Send Karns to Disabled List
Royals send starter to DL with elbow inflammation
Salvador Perez Out With Freak Knee Injury
Royals catcher will be out 4-6 weeks with knee injury.
Foggy Thursday
A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect this morning until 8 a.m.
Moran comments on Shulkin ouster at VA
Moran is chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies.
House K-12 budget moves bill to floor, adds $500 million plus in new money
The committee moved the bill to the floor without recommendation Wednesday night.
KDADS seeks to take over management of 15 Kansas nursing homes
Mission Health Care, which operates 14 nursing homes in Kansas as well as Tennessee, Georgia, Minnesota and Wisconsin, has agreed to step in and oversee the operation of the Kansas facilities.
State to conduct audit of Schlitterbahn water park
The state Department of Labor said Wednesday that it will conduct the audit before the Schlitterbahn park opens its annual season May 25.
Keep personal information safe when preparing taxes, says AARP
If you want to report a scammer, go to the Federal Trade Commission website at ftc.gov.
Texas man pleads guilty to murder, involuntary manslaughter while DUI
The case was investigated by the Kansas Highway Patrol. Assistant Attorney General Corey Kenney of Schmidt’s office is prosecuting the case.
Update: Measles Outbreak now at 13 cases in Johnson, Linn and Miami Counties
New locations and dates of potential measles exposure added
Kansas a top state for doctors, survey says
Part of the reason Kansas ranked so high is job availability.
AUDIO: Bruce Weber Recaps 2017-2018 Season
Get a recap of the NCAA tournament run and a look to the future with Bruce Weber
AUDIO: Washburn Baseball and Softball Coaches Show
Get a recap of the weekend games with Harley Douglas and Brenda Holaday.
New vehicle to be built at Kansas plant will be first in premium compact SUV sector for Cadillac
The starting price for the new Cadillac XT4 announced Tuesday is $35,790.
Cool weather continues
Cloudy and drizzly again for Wednesday.
AUDIO: Bill Self And Jayhawks Speak Before Leaving For San Antonio
Coach Bill Self and the Kansas Jayhawks spoke with the media at Allen Fieldhouse on Tuesday before the team leaves for San Antonio, Texas, and the Final Four on Wednesday. Kansas will take on Villanova in the national semifinals on Saturday night, a rematch of the Elite Eight game between the two teams in 2016 […]
AUDIO: Jayhawk Weekly with Jesse Newell
Get Jesse Newell’s take on the Jayhawks and Villanova match-up.
AUDIO: Rustin Dodd on 580 Sports Talk
Get the lastest news and headlines from Rustin Dodd
AUDIO: Herman’s Meat and Smokehouse Chiefs Insider with Matt Derrick
What is the long term plan that Chiefs GM Brett Veach is implementing.
Lawmakers approve tougher penalties for hoax police calls after deadly December prank call
The bill is named after Andrew Finch, who was killed by Wichita police as they were responding to a fake emergency call.
Audio: The Danielle Norwood Show – March 27, 2018
A local artist and members of the zoo discuss the painting collaboration between animals and artists!
Minor party status gives Secretary of State candidate unique perspective
For more information on Hodgkinson’s campaign, go to rob4kansas.com.
School safety bill passes; insurance bill to make arming teachers less expensive gets hearing
The insurance bill remains in committee. The security bill will have a final vote on Wednesday.
New bill seeks to move Kansas State Fair out of Hutchinson
The bill would allow the fair to leave the city of Hutchinson after more than 100 years.
Authorities identify victim in Lawrence house fire
29-year-old Madison Halverstadt died in a Lawrence house fire on Monday.
Ex-militia member testifies in Kansas bomb plot case
Brody Benson took the stand Monday in the trial of Gavin Wright, Patrick Stein and Curtis Allen.
Graham Named AP All-American
Graham joined by Brunson of Villanova on AP first team.
Co-owner of Schlitterbahn arrested in Texas in connection with child’s death
Jeffrey Henry was arrested in connection with a 10-year-old boy’s death at the Kansas City water park.
Topeka man booked on multiple charges after domestic incident
The man was identified at 27-year-old Cain Harris. Bond has not been set in the case.
Damp, foggy Tuesday
Low clouds and patchy fog are possible this morning.
Topeka mayor leads domestic violence task force
Mayor Michelle De La Isla will be leading the Mayor’s Task Force Against Domestic Violence.
Attorneys General write letter to Zuckerberg regarding news reports
The attorneys general asked Zuckerberg to provide answers to several specific questions on Facebook’s policies and procedures in light of the recent news reports.
