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Fatal accident in Manhattan

One person is dead after a fatal crash in Riley County.

Possible microburst in Topeka

Tree damage in the central and northeast part of Topeka from strong straight-line winds.

Storm Track Weather Update

Tracking isolated storms over the next few days. Click here for the details!

Topeka man sentenced on gun, drug charges

A Topeka man has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison on federal gun and drug charges, U.S. Attorney Barry Grissom said today.

Sentence in crash that killed 2 will be appealed

A prosecutor says he'll appeal the probation given to Kansas State University graduate student for a head-on crash that killed two people.

Wichita approves delay on concealed guns law

The city of Wichita won't allow people with permits to bring concealed firearms into public buildings until at least early next year.

Man fights death penalty with bike pedals
It’s a controversy that puts people’s lives at stake – the death penalty. One man is pushing to get rid of the death penalty in Kansas, while a professor at Washburn University says we have one of the… More »
State child support collections hiring contractors
Changes are coming to the way Kansas goes after parents who aren't paying child support and state leaders claim it will save taxpayers money in the long run. When it comes to child support collection Kansas ranks in… More »
Red Cross Offers Local Volunteer Disaster Relief Training
The American Red Cross Kansas Capital Area Chapter is offering disaster courses throughout the summer to prepare and train volunteers to assist in disaster response locally and nationally. The past several months have been very busy for the… More »
Pony Express Annual Re-Ride
Pony Express Annual Re-RideMore »
Playmate admits helping boyfriend in US illegally

A former Playboy Playmate has admitted helping her Canadian boyfriend after he illegally entered the United States in northern New York last summer.

Syrian pound tumbles on US plans to arm rebels

Many exchange shops closed in Damascus on Tuesday, fearing more chaos a day after the Syrian currency plunged to a new record low, reflecting growing fears in the capital following a U.S. decision to arm rebel groups fighting to topple President Bashar Assad’s regime.

NYC to offer free phone-charging stations in parks

It’s a sight that can trigger dread: the low-battery message on your cellphone when there’s no charger around.

Chef describes Jackson children’s lives to jury

A chef who worked for Michael Jackson has described the home lives of the children during the final months of the singer’s life, including what she said was his daughter’s last birthday party.

Jury can’t reach verdict in Detroit cop’s trial

A judge declared a mistrial Tuesday after jurors failed to reach a verdict in the trial of a Detroit police officer who fatally shot a 7-year-old girl during a chaotic search for a murder suspect that was recorded by a reality TV crew.

Assisted by basketball, ABC wins ratings week

Basketball and talent shows commanded TV viewers’ attention last week.