WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – A 46-year-old man is dead after a railroad accident in north Wichita on Tuesday evening. Emergency crews responded to a report of a man trapped under a train in the 2600 block of North New York Street just after 6 p.m. Police say employees were moving train cars at the Union […]
New Providence, Bahamas (KSNT) – Topeka native Gary Woodland is tied for the lead after round 1 of the Hero World Challenge. Woodland shot a 66 for the round to finish at (-6). Patrick Reed also shot a 66. Tiger Woods and Jordan Spieth are tied for 11th. The Hero World Challenge continues with round […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Kansas State Treasurer Jake LaTurner announced the start of its 2nd annual Christmas Cash initiative with the launch of an online search option. The website is a free search engine for Kansans to go online and find out if any of the $350 million in unclaimed property in the state treasury […]
Law enforcement officials are seeking information which will lead to the identification of an unknown individual known as Jane Doe 37.
The Topeka Jayhawk Club held their annual Roundball luncheon Wednesday at the Downtown Ramada Inn and Convention Center. The University of Kansas Head Men’s Basketball Coach Bill Self and Head Women’s Basketball Coach Brandon Schneider were guests of honor. Voice of the Jayhawks Brian Hanni, was emcee for the luncheon. The KU alumni Band provided […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Shawnee County District Attorney Michael Kagay has transferred voting controversy allegations against Congressman Steve Watkins to the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office. Watkins is accused of using an address for a local UPS store instead of his home address when voting in the 2019 general election. Dylan Jones, a spokesman for Watkins, […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – This time of the year is the season of giving. Edie Smith, vice president of development and marketing at Capper Foundation, stopped by KSNT News Wednesday morning to talk about how you can help the organization help others. Smith detailed the organization’s partnership with Amazon Smile, Dillons and Five Below to […]
Today's Cute Kid of the Day is Ashlynn!
A Florida man who planted credit card skimming devices on ATMs in Kansas was sentenced to two years in federal prison.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House Judiciary Committee is moving swiftly to weigh findings by fellow lawmakers that President Donald Trump misused the power of his office for personal political gain and then obstructed Congress’ investigation as possible grounds for impeachment. Responsible for drafting articles of impeachment, the Judiciary Committee prepared Wednesday morning for its first […]
We’re still not seeing much change with our local weather pattern. There should be decent sunshine this morning with above normal temps for another day. Clouds may increase this afternoon as moisture tries to build gradually late today into Thursday ahead of an approaching system from the Desert Southwest. This morning will be clear and […]
MERIDEN, Kan. (KSNT)– A local woman is raising awareness of the dangers of drowning, and her message is personal. Shannon Shaw has always loved being a mom and a “Nani” to her grandkids, including Carissa. Shannon said when Carissa was young, she was always laughing and happy, and she would leave a mark on almost […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT)– Christmas is three weeks away, and here in Topeka, a local organization is fundraising in the Christmas spirit, with the annual Festival of Trees. The Festival of Trees is put on by SLI, an organization that helps people with different disabilities. The Festival of Trees gets people in the holiday mood, but […]
Nick Jr. Live! was great entertainment for a younger audience Tuesday night at the Topeka Performing Arts Center. Guests were invited to sing, dance, clap, cheer and move to the music from Bubble Guppies, PAW Patrol, Dora The Explorer, Shimmer and Shine, Blue’s Clues and You, Blaze and the Monster Machines and Top Wing.
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – The Topeka City Council made a decision on where homeless people can set up campsites in the city Tuesday evening. Council members passed the ordinance at their weekly meeting. The camping ordinance bans the homeless from staying on business doorways, specific commercial areas such as NOTO or downtown, and public infrastructure […]
Eight high school football teams were crowned champions this past weekend. But there are some people wanting to change the system in place for high school sports in Kansas.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KSNT) – Former Chief Spencer Ware is coming back to Kansas City. ESPN reported the Chiefs signed the running back as multiple running backs on the team are facing injuries. Damien Williams (rib) and Darrel Williams (hamstring) are out, leaving only LeSean McCoy and rookie Darwin Thompson at running back. After recently […]
MANHATTAN, Kan. (KSNT) – Students living at Kansas State are going to have to change their eating routine come spring. The Derby Dining Center will be closing its doors for renovations after spring break. Students will have to eat at various other dining centers on campus. This will directly affect about 1,500 students, but every […]
MANHATTAN, Kan. (KSNT) – The Riley County Police Department is warning people in the community about a new phone call scam. Officials said the scammer is pretending to be from Apple, or even the police department themselves, and then asking for your money. Scammers take advantage of the giving season, aiming at your wallet to […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Over the last 14 seasons, Walt Alexander has transformed Topeka High football from a bottom-dweller to a top tier team in 6A. As of Tuesday, Alexandar stepped down as head coach and announced he’s leaving Topeka High at the end of the school year. Alexander took over a program in 2006 […]
For some Kansans, high sales tax makes it difficult to put food on the table.
MANHATTAN, Kan. (KSNT) – The Manhattan Town Center is in full swing of holiday events and most of them are free to attend. The mall has Christmas events every day until the big day, including pictures with Santa Claus until Christmas Eve. There are also musical performances ranging from choirs to instrumental acts to acrobats. […]
Gov. Laura Kelly kicked off the holiday season on Tuesday by lighting the tree in a ceremony at the Capitol.
On a busy day, 200 to 300 people can come into a DMV to get a new license. The Kansas Department of Revenue has created new mobile drivers license offices that allow people to conveniently get a license.
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center wants to make sure all kids and families have the opportunity to learn and play at the discovery center. President/CEO Dené Mosier stopped by KSNT News Tuesday morning to talk about how the discovery center is breaking barriers with its program KCDC Cares. You can find […]
