TOPEKA (KSNT) - Living the Dream is dedicated to living out the legacy and example that the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. exuded during his time as an activist. One of the many ways that they do this is by celebrating with a multitude of events for the MLK Holiday. John Nave, a board [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A teacher is under investigation for tying up children with duct tape at a Catholic school in Topeka. The allegations involve a teacher at Most Pure Heart of Mary School. A parent told 27 News he filed a police report Wednesday, claiming the teacher tied up his student and two other children [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A firefighter was injured Thursday morning after being hit by a car while working an accident, the city said. The original crash was on westbound I-470. The firefighter was hit by a car not involved in the original accident. “Personnel on scene began immediate care of the firefighter,” said Gretchen Spiker, city [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A major highway is closed due to several early morning crashes Thursday. The Topeka Police Department reports I-470 is shut down at the Huntoon exit in Topeka. The Kansas Department of Transportation's KanDrive map shows first responders on scene and an incident in the area. A 27 News reporter is heading to [...]
Otherwise, we'll be fighting the clouds most of the day, and it'll be much colder for your Thursday than what we've been used to over the last couple of weeks. Highs may only make it into the lower 30s across the area. It'll be rather breezy today, too, so we'll likely be feeling like the [...]
BARRY COUNTY, Mo. (KSNF/KODE) — It seems like real treehouses are popping up all over the country (and even the world), as most of them are built for the purpose of becoming vacation rentals. People love these high-up romantic getaways for their unique locations and overall designs, giving visitors a different option when it comes to travel [...]
JOPLIN, Mo. (KSNF/KODE) — Where it gets cold in the winter and you have to leave your car out in the elements, you’re likely looking for ways to keep your vehicle as ready to go as possible when snow or ice begins to fall. One tip that many people follow is to leave your windshield [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Vietnam veteran John Dietrick celebrated his 21st and 22nd birthday overseas. In that time, he would serve in an almost million dollar aircraft - undertaking the responsibility for protecting his fellow soldiers that came with him. John was inspired to join the armed forces in part from his father, who served as [...]
MANHATTAN, KS (KSNT) - From Stanford to Illinois, to Washington, Jason Mansfield brings more than 4,300 miles of coaching experience to the heart of the country. "I'm very excited to be here," Mansfield said. "I came here to build a program that lasts. A program with high character, great connection to each other and the [...]
LAWRENCE (KSNT) - KU opposite hitter Anezka Szabo is playing for Genève Volley in Switzerland. Szabo will remain an opposite hitter with her new team. She just got to Switzerland, but Genève's season has already begun. Szabo is from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and went to the University of Nebraska before coming to KU. She [...]
JUNCTION CITY (KSNT) - Law enforcement is searching for three missing children after they were allegedly abducted by their mother late last year. The Junction City Police Department reports that Rosie, Camden and Genevieve Peterson were abducted by their mother, Jeana Foley, on Dec. 21, 2022. A felony warrant for custodial interference was issued for [...]
LA SALLE, IL (KSNT) - All employees were accounted for and no injuries were reported after a large fire broke out at the Carus chemical plant in La Salle, Illinois, on Wednesday morning, January 11, fire officials said. This footage, shot by Jannell Ramirez a few blocks west of the plant, shows thick smoke billowing [...]
Kansas City, Kansas Public School educators being trained to use Narcan, the emergency spray that’s used to save anyone who’s overdosed on fentanyl.
They're more than 1,000 miles away from their father, who suffered a brain aneurysm while in Mexico. But getting him home will cost thousands of dollars.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Topeka Fire Department is now accepting applications from individuals who are not previously certified as Emergency Medical Technicians. Rosie Nichols, a spokesperson for the TFD, said the City of Topeka is now encouraging those who are interested in a career with the fire department to consider registering for an entry-level exam. [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Members of congress were in attendance, along with Attorney General Kris Kobach, and other members of the state government to watch the State Judicial Review. Chief Justice Marla Luckert spoke about the goals and aspirations that the Kansas Judicial Branch has set for itself to accomplish in the future. "The Kansas Judicial [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Blue Cross and Blue Shield employees raised more than $200,000 for United Way. Matt All, Blue Cross CEO, is also chairman of the United Way Board. “And they make sure that those dollars are actually making a difference for families here in northeast Kansas, and so, if you’re going to give anywhere [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A local woman has been arrested on arson charges after being accused by law enforcement of starting grass fires in southwest Topeka. Rosie Nichols, a spokesperson for the Topeka Fire Department, said that Colleen Knoxsah, 43, of Topeka was arrested on Wednesday. She has been charged with three counts of arson and [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Hill's Pet Nutrition will be shifting its global and U.S. headquarters to the greater Kansas City area later this year. An announcement from Hill's reports that the company will be expanding in Kansas by bringing its headquarters to Aspiria Campus at 6180 Sprint Parkway in Overland Park towards the end of 2023. [...]
What We’re Tracking: A low pressure system is currently tracking eastward and will bring minor impacts to northeast Kansas tonight. Rain begins to develop late tonight and change over to snow fairly quickly, lingering into very early Thursday morning. The system should move through rather fast, which would limit the amount of precipitation. Accumulations should [...]
BROWN COUNTY (KSNT) - Several law enforcement groups are investigating a suspicious death in Brown County. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation, Brown County Sheriff's Office and the Horton Police Department are looking into the death of Gene A. Dunlap, 56, of Horton. Dunlap was found dead in the attic of his home in Horton by [...]
MANHATTAN, KS (KSNT) - Markquis Nowell's point total is impressive, but his alley-oop to Keyontae Johnson put the exclamation point on K-State's win. The Wildcats beat Oklahoma State, 65-57, Tuesday night. The Cowboys jumped out to an early lead, but that lead only grew to as many as five points. The offenses took turns scoring [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Kansas Turnpike Authority's new administration building at the corner of Kansas Ave. and Topeka Blvd. is nearly complete and ready for customers. The KTA broke ground on the building in January, 2022 and hopes to complete work sometime in early February. The new building will house the KTA Administration offices, legal, [...]
SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) - A mix of snow and rain predicted on Wednesday night could impact Thursday commutes. Shawnee County is expected to receive a mix of snow and rain on Wednesday afternoon which could affect how roads are treated. The Kansas Department of Transportation told 27 News they won't pre-treat roads during the day [...]
