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Woman, 51, dies after central Topeka fire associated with careless smoking

Terri L. Dones, 51, suffered fatal injuries from an accidental fire associated with careless smoking April 21 at her central Topeka apartment.

Emporia High boys golf takes 10th in Firekeeper Open

The Emporia High boys golf team shot a season best 313, good for 10th in a competitive field of the Firekeeper Open on Tuesday. Emporia High finished 25 strokes behind team champion St. James Academy.

Heartland Flyer End of the Line?

Could June 30, a deadline only ten weeks away at this writing, mark the final run for Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer, the only passenger train in Oklahoma? That could happen, according to a

NVIDIA Starts Production In Arizona, Will Build Supercomputers In Texas

NVIDIA is working with manufacturing partners to build factories in Texas and Arizona. And, Westa Inc., Nefab, and TMEIC invest $87 million Texas.

City of Topeka, Shawnee County seek input for women’s violence prevention program

The City of Topeka, in partnership with Shawnee County and local organizations, is inviting businesses and organizations to host community input sessions for Empower: Her.

How Topeka ranked in best cities to live in Kansas. What others made the list?

With more than 600 communities in Kansas, which ones are the best to live in? This ranking, compiled by data and reviews, share which is the best.

First Topeka Whataburger opening date released

Locals won’t have to wait much longer to eat burgers and fries at Topeka’s newest fast-food chain addition. 27 News reached out to Whataburger this week to find

Kansas district halts electric bus use over safety concerns

In May 2024, the Winthrop school district in Maine reported it took four of the Lion Electric school buses out of commission after a bus suddenly stopped working while driving. Another superintendent in Maine reported the buses can have critical battery failures, blown compressors or loss of power.

Former Leavenworth Detention Center worker recounts brutal attack

A former Leavenworth Detention Center officer is sharing her story as the city of Leavenworth fights with the facility’s owner, CoreCivic, in federal court.

‘Pretty striking’: Washburn law professor unpacks Leavenworth’s lawsuit against CoreCivic

A Washburn University professor broke down the lawsuit the City of Leavenworth filed against CoreCivic after the company withdrew its application for a special use permit in March.

Chad Lee Blow

Chad Lee Blow, of Topeka, Kansas, died on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at his home. He was 47. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olpe. The Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m., Monday, April 14, 2025, at the church. Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home has the arrangements.

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Tulips bloom early in Shawnee County. What visitors can expect from Tulip Time this year

Tens of thousands of tulips that were planted last fall are blooming across gardens ahead of annual Jerold Binkley Tulip Time festival in Topeka.

Pawnee City got more than 400 applications after offering $50,000 incentive

Pawnee City announced a program incentivizing people to move to the town, offering $50,000 in down payment assistance. Less than a month later, the program has received hundreds of applicants.

It's Your Business has Dirk Camilletti, Kris Holm, Michael E. Rinehart and Judy McNeal

Dirk Camilletti was named chief benefits officer of the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Michael E. Rinehart was promoted to District One Engineer of the Kansas Department of Transportation. Judy McNeal, longtime state of Kansas employee and KPERS chief fiscal officer, retired.

Kansas Couple's Mysterious Double-Murder Exposes Dangerous Dynamic in One Victim's Family

It would take more than two decades and three trials to find justice for Mike Sisco and Karen Harkness in Dateline's all new "Deadly Obsession."

Chandler receives sentencing date for 2002 murders

Dana Chandler is set to be sentenced for the double-homicide of her ex-husband and his fiancee, after being convicted by a Pottawatomie County jury in March.

City of Topeka expects hefty outside attorney fees in defense of police officers

Topeka City Council approves a contract with a law firm to handle Taylor Lowery police shooting. Here's what to know.

PREP – AVCTL I Spring Week 2 Recap

The spring season has begun for the entire Ark Valley Chisholm Trail League I with all seven schools seeing each of their teams compete in their chosen spring sport. The Salina South Spring teams have seen early success as the Lady Cougar softball team currently sits at 5-1 on the season with their lone loss coming against Topeka West on Monday.

ADA quotes messages to witnesses in opening arguments of Topeka homicide trial

Opening arguments were made April 1 at Tremale Serrano's trial on charges linked to the October 2023 Topeka shooting death of Jackson 'Jack' Danner.

Mulerider tennis wraps up spring break matches in Missouri and Kansas

ST. JOSEPH, MO – Southern Arkansas tennis concluded a spring break trip with matches in St. Joseph, MO and Topeka, KS.

Lawrence likely to see storms, strong winds Tuesday night

The Douglas County area will likely see thunderstorms and strong wind gusts overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service forecast.

Kansas Legislature’s Republican leadership hustling to end annual session in early April

GOP-led Kansas Legislature to return to Topeka on April 10 with plan to conclude 2025 session. Democrats warn early exit carries financial risk.

Kristi Noem refused to say who financed some of her travel. It was taxpayers who were on the hook

An Associated Press analysis of recently released travel records found more than $150,000 in expenses tied to Noem’s political and personal activity.

Satanic Grotto leader detained following Black Mass at Kansas Statehouse

TOPEKA, Kan. ( WIBW /Gray News) - The leader of a Satanic group that sponsored a Black Mass on Friday morning was detained in Kansas Friday. Authorities in Topeka said Satanic Grotto founder Michael Steward made his way to the security checkpoint at the visitors entrance on the north side of the Kansas Statehouse around 11:30 a.m.

Where can you celebrate Easter this year in Topeka? Here are five options

Easter is April 20 this year, but these five events will celebrate a few days in advance. What to know about each.

Purpose-built chaos envelops lawmakers in Topeka and Washington as leaders pursue vengeance

Through the fog, we must fully grasp — and admit — where we are. Unfortunately, President Trump's mindset is easy to discern.

New visitation area opens at Kansas prison

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter The Kansas Department of Corrections has opened a newly-designed visitation area at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility. The new area is more child-centered, with i

Organizer of satanist 'black mass' at Kansas Capitol arrested after punching counter-protester

The Satanic Grotto's protest was aimed at criticizing religious oppression in Kansas politics. But Gov. Laura Kelly had the Satanic Grotto's permit amended, and legislative leaders modified policy to target the group,

Protesters talk reasons for attending satanic ‘Black Mass’ in Topeka

Many Catholics and Christians gathered at the Kansas Statehouse Friday to counter-protest the satanic ‘Black Mass’ ceremony. It was a peaceful, but tense day at

Opinion: Hate leads the shouting hour outside progressive churches

It was 10 minutes before Sunday's service at St. Paul United Methodist Church when the amplified hell-and-brimstone squad arrived at its steps.

KISS Returning To Stage At Vegas Fan Event

KISS couldn’t stay away from the stage for long. The face-painted rockers, who retired from full-production live shows in December 2023 ahead of being reborn as digital avatars, will play an “unmasked” electric set as part of the fan event KISS Army Storms Vegas at Virgin Hotels from Nov. 14-16.

A babysitter checks under child's bed for 'monster'. What she finds is far more terrifying.

A babysitter in Kansas makes a chilling discovery after checking for 'monster' under child's bed, authorities say.

At tense hearing, Kansas House panel reviews evidence in complaint against outspoken lawmaker

Rep. Ford Carr says Republicans intend to slander his reputation and expel him from the Legislature for being a "scary Black man."

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.