What we're tracking Overnight temperatures will drop back into the lower 20s with a northwest wind at 5-15mph. While the cloud cover will be hanging around through the night, there is also another quick chance of snow possible tonight or very early Friday morning that could give a few spots a dusting as another system [...]
OSAGE COUNTY (KSNT) - One person is dead after a train hit their vehicle in Osage County Thursday. Candice Breshears with the Kansas Highway Patrol told 27 News that one person has died after their vehicle was struck by a BNSF train around 10:45 a.m. on Feb. 9 near the intersection of 189th St. and [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - New court documents have been released in a case involving a man accused of intentionally setting a house fire that killed his girlfriend and two daughters. Kyle Tyler, 32, is at the center of the case. Genny Fitzpatrick, 31, along with Peyton, 9, and Kourtney, 1, were all killed in a house [...]
TOPEKA (FOX 43)- If you've ever wanted to be a veterinarian but felt overwhelmed by the aspects of getting there, this interview is for you. Ashley VanMetera along with Taryn Oliver joined the Fox 43 AM Live show to talk about their experiences working as nursing supervisors with K-State's Veterinary Health Center in Manhattan. During [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has officially placed a Super Bowl bet with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro ahead of the Chiefs vs. Eagles game this weekend. Gov. Kelly announced on Thursday that she and Gov. Shapiro are putting food on the line for their Super Bowl bet. If the Eagles win, Gov. Kelly [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The state will be targeting drunk drivers after Sunday’s Super Bowl. “We want everyone to enjoy Super Bowl festivities, but we also want responsible drivers on our roads,” said Gary Herman, Kansas Department of Transportation. “If you are planning to be away from home during the Super Bowl, make a game plan [...]
For the children that live in the city of each Super Bowl, Troy and Tommi Vincent make it their mission to use positive language to uplift and inspire young kids.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Here are some of the top photos sent to 27 News in the first month of 2023. The following photos were submitted by local viewers. If you have a great photo or video that you'd like to see featured on our website and social media, use this link. Tanya Atchison sent in [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A dozen communities in Kansas are slated to receive federal funds to help improve road safety. The Office of the Governor announced that a total of $5 million in federal dollars will be distributed among 12 Kansas communities through the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program. This program [...]
WASHINGTON COUNTY (KSNT) - A new report has revealed the cause of the Keystone Pipeline oil leak in Washington County last year. Canada-based TC Energy released its report on the Milepost 14 Incident Thursday, Feb. 9. It shows the initial findings of an investigation focused on the cause of the oil spill, which dumped an [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Construction on the 2023 St. Jude Dream Home has moved indoors for the winter. The framing, electrical and plumbing are installed and drywall is going up. St. Jude and Drippé Homes broke ground on Topeka's newest St. Jude Dream Home in October, 2022 in Aquarian Acres, near Lake Shawnee. Work so far [...]
The Chinese balloon that traveled across the United States last week before it was shot down over the Atlantic Ocean had both antennas to collect communications and solar panels to power its sensors, according to multiple reports on Thursday. News outlets reported that a State Department official said the balloon could collect communications signals and [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT)- The Boys and Girls Clubs of Topeka (BGTC) have some special events coming up soon on its roster, some of those you might need to sign up for sooner rather than later. Red Friday is coming up tomorrow for the boys and girls. Everyone at BGCT is invited to wear their Chiefs gear [...]
The Strawberry Hill homeowner is crediting close neighbors as one of the reason he's alive.
JOPLIN, Mo. — Mountain lions are rare in Missouri, but sightings of the big cat are increasing. Conservationists believe this is a sign of a healthier environment in the region. In 1927, the big predator was wiped out in Missouri. However, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) confirms five to ten sightings each year of [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Topeka native Michiko Snell served through both Desert Shield and Desert Storm by keeping flight crews up to date and prepared for worldwide flight operations. At schools across Topeka, you'll find Snell playing the day away. She's a traveling string teacher, sharing her love for music with students across the city. “It [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT)- Wednesday is the last school day before the Super Bowl because of parent-teacher conferences for the 501 school district, so superintendent Tiffany Anderson is stopping at as many schools as she can. Anderson is meeting with kids, celebrating the Chiefs and giving away some goodies, all while teaching some valuable lessons. “I am [...]
Officials say the device dates to 1863.
Rain and snow came to an end early this morning, and by this afternoon, more clouds work their way in. As wind speeds increase from the northwest up to 35mph, the afternoon temperature will continue to feel cooler despite highs in the mid 40s. There's also another quick burst of snow possible very early Friday [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - City and county leaders are working together to ensure those who currently live outside Topeka see it as a place they might want to call home. The "Choose Topeka," program offers financial incentives to people who relocate to Topeka. Since 2019, it's helped bring almost 100 individuals and families to the Capital [...]
INDIANAPOLIS (KSNT) – The University of Kansas will have two players represented in the 2023 NFL combine. The NFL announced on Wednesday that Earl Bostick Jr. and Lonnie Phelps are invited to the Combine. The Combine will take place in Indianapolis, Indiana, from April 27-29 and can be watched on the NFL Network.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Topeka Habitat for Humanity honored its volunteers and support staff at the Great Overland Station Wednesday evening. "This is our annual 'Building Together' event. It's an event we do to thank the community for supporting the work we do," Humanity COO Nikki MacMillan said. "You are all here because you are [...]
INDIANAPOLIS (KSNT) - K-State could have its second-most players attending the NFL Combine. Felix Anudike-Uzomah, Deuce Vaughn, Julius Brents and Malik Knowles were all invited to the 2023 NFL Combine, the NFL announced Wednesday. It is the most Wildcats selected to participate in the NFL Combine since five K-State players attended in 2013. The Combine [...]
TOEPKA (KSNT)- The Topeka and Shawnee County Joint Economic Development Organization (JEDO) approved an incentive agreement to aid expansion of Harris Fabrication at its first meeting of 2023. Harris Fabrication is an existing manufacturing business local to Topeka providing metal fabrication in the Capitol city for over 50 years. According to GO Topeka, this new [...]
LAWRENCE (KSNT) - KU's Jalen Wilson is in the top 10 for the Julius Irving award, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced Wednesday. The Julius Irving award goes to the nation's top small forward. Wilson leads the Jayhawks in total points and average with 20.7 points per game. Fellow Big 12 player Keyontae Johnson [...]
